coronavirus good news

Every once in a while, I drive by the TJ Maxx in Consumer Square in New Hartford and sigh. How I miss wandering up and down the aisles, shopping for just a few more throw pillows, and dresses...and...I just really miss that store.

Get in your car, and get ready for a drive-through safari, right here in Central New York.

A Central New York farm is switching gears to drive-in movies during the shutdown, and its first event has already sold out.

A New Hartford mom is really going the extra mile to make quarantine with her family fun. She's been treating them to themed-dinners - and the whole family gets involved.

A Central New York farm is planning to host a drive-in movie event, and people are really excited about the idea.

Two words: free Snickers. Mars is giving a free candy bar to essential workers - and you can decide who gets one.

The Utica Zoo will help liven up your next video conference call by including one of their animals in a "virtual encounter". The Utica Zoo has been offering animal encounters for years. In fact, their red panda encounters are among the most popular, with guests visiting from around the country to interact with and feed the cuddly critters...

This random act of kindness may be the sweetest thing you see all week, and not just because of the cupcakes.

Jones Family Farm wants you to know there's no meat shortage where they're concerned...and they're letting you know in dance.

Lunch ladies (and gentlemen) don't often get the respect they deserve, and now that school is closed, they're doing even more for our kids.