july 4th

Let's lift a patriotic glass and toast to America's birthday in style!

Fireworks season is officially here with scores of Central New Yorkers launching big, bright, sparkly boomers that aren't exactly legal in the state. But some people -- and their pets -- dread this time of year.

Summer is on its way and so are those fun summer parties. One company is looking to crack down on your get-togethers this year.

What fireworks are legal and illegal in New York state? As the summer season and July 4th holiday approaches, here's the 411 on what fireworks you're allowed to buy and use in Oneida and surrounding counties.

You know it's summertime in Central New York when it's pistachio time at Bonomo's.

The iconic American Flag that has called John Street in Utica is returning home fully restored thanks to Steve's Restorations and Hot Rods.

Facts are fun when you tell them correctly. What else did George Washington do on July 4th, 1776? We have the answer and more.

With all that's going on, what lawn games you'll play has probably been the last thing on your mind. Here's a few suggestions to get you started.

Mother Nature provides the fireworks for the 4th of July with a penumbral lunar eclipse.

The new temporary Fireworks Enforcement Detail will be used to prevent illegal fireworks from being brought to New York from Pennsylvania.