107.7 WGNA » Best of Albany Area http://wgna.com Albany’s #1 For New Country Wed, 28 Jun 2017 14:01:08 +0000 en-US hourly 1 http://wgna.com/files/2016/02/wgna-site-logo.png 107.7 WGNA http://wgna.com Local Apps to Download This Summer [LIST] http://wgna.com/local-apps-to-download-this-summer-list/ http://wgna.com/local-apps-to-download-this-summer-list/#comments Thu, 15 Jun 2017 13:06:40 +0000 http://wgna.com/?p=391521 Continue reading…]]> No matter where you go, I'm sure you have your cell phone with you. Between Instagram, Facebook, and Snapchat, there may not be a ton of space but I know of a few local apps that you need to get through the summer...

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Local Landmark Celebrating 175 Years http://wgna.com/local-landmark-celebrating-175-years/ http://wgna.com/local-landmark-celebrating-175-years/#comments Mon, 22 May 2017 14:43:08 +0000 http://wgna.com/?p=389712 Continue reading…]]> I have fond memories of this landmark in the Capital Region. It started with several field trips during school and when I went and visited on other occasions as an adult, I am still fascinated that this exists in the 518.

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Banners to Be Hung in Troy for Veterans [PHOTO] http://wgna.com/banners-to-be-hung-in-troy-for-veterans-photo/ http://wgna.com/banners-to-be-hung-in-troy-for-veterans-photo/#comments Tue, 09 May 2017 13:11:10 +0000 http://wgna.com/?p=388681 Continue reading…]]> Troy is now doing even more to support the veterans who fought for our freedoms. A Troy Military Banner kickoff program was on Sunday and since then, you're going to see something different lining the streets.

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My Favorite Childhood Place Opens This Weekend [PICTURE] http://wgna.com/my-favorite-childhood-place-opens-this-weekend-picture/ http://wgna.com/my-favorite-childhood-place-opens-this-weekend-picture/#comments Fri, 05 May 2017 12:29:38 +0000 http://wgna.com/?p=388499 Continue reading…]]> I love this time of year, the weather is turning warmer, and even though I can't enjoy this place anymore as an adult, it's one of my favorites to visit.

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InStyle Magazine Picks Local Drink as Official Drink of Summer [LIST] http://wgna.com/instyle-magazine-picks-local-drink-as-official-drink-of-summer-list/ http://wgna.com/instyle-magazine-picks-local-drink-as-official-drink-of-summer-list/#comments Wed, 03 May 2017 19:25:45 +0000 http://wgna.com/?p=388301 Continue reading…]]> Summer means all of my favorite things: beautiful weather, more time in the sun & sitting outside on a patio or a beach somewhere with a cool light beverage. You know the feeling, though, you're out with friends and you want a cool drink on a hot day but can't decide. No worries, a national magazine has picked the drink of the summer and it's local.

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How Many Of Our High Schools Made the Top 25 List In Upstate? http://wgna.com/how-many-of-our-high-schools-made-the-top-25-list-in-upstate/ http://wgna.com/how-many-of-our-high-schools-made-the-top-25-list-in-upstate/#comments Thu, 27 Apr 2017 13:55:20 +0000 http://wgna.com/?p=387852 Continue reading…]]> I'll be honest, I expected more. I expected better. Maybe I think too highly of our area and our local schools? I'm not sure, but when this list of Top 25 high schools of upstate new york came out on newyorkupstate.com I was left scratching my head.

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What Candy Will You Be Scarfing on Easter? Your Favorites Exposed [POLL RESULTS] http://wgna.com/what-candy-will-you-be-scarfing-on-easter-your-favorites-exposed-poll-results/ http://wgna.com/what-candy-will-you-be-scarfing-on-easter-your-favorites-exposed-poll-results/#comments Fri, 14 Apr 2017 15:53:25 +0000 http://wgna.com/?p=386837 Continue reading…]]> Any time a holiday of any sort comes around there is one thing we can be certain about: candy. Lots and lots of candy.

It doesn't matter what we're celebrating: Birthdays, Christmas, Halloween, Mothers or Fathers Days, Easter...candy is always involved.

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Ice Cream Favorite Opens http://wgna.com/ice-cream-favorite-opens/ http://wgna.com/ice-cream-favorite-opens/#comments Thu, 30 Mar 2017 22:18:15 +0000 http://wgna.com/?p=385836 Continue reading…]]> Snow is coming to the Capital Region tomorrow so though it may not feel like Spring, it is, which means Summer is right there behind it. You know what gives me hope for warmer weather? Ice cream and one of my favorites opens today.

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The Best Thing In All of New York http://wgna.com/the-best-thing-in-all-of-new-york/ http://wgna.com/the-best-thing-in-all-of-new-york/#comments Wed, 29 Mar 2017 11:00:38 +0000 http://wgna.com/?p=385659 Continue reading…]]> New York is a huge state. Granted, not as big as California or Texas but we're still a pretty big state. If you were to ask me what the best thing in this entire state is, I don't know if I could tell you. Luckily, I found an article that did it for me.

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10 Great Local Restaurants For A Romantic Valentine's Dinner http://wgna.com/10-great-local-restaurants-for-a-romantic-valentines-dinner/ http://wgna.com/10-great-local-restaurants-for-a-romantic-valentines-dinner/#comments Sun, 12 Feb 2017 23:43:51 +0000 http://wgna.com/?p=382808 Continue reading…]]> The other day I asked my friends on Facebook for their opinion on romantic places to eat on Valentine's Day. As usual there were no shortage of suggestions and while there were more than 40 comments I tried to narrow the field down to 10...

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Albany Business Review Announces 2016 "Best Places To Work" Winners http://wgna.com/albany-business-review-announces-2016-best-places-to-work-winners/ http://wgna.com/albany-business-review-announces-2016-best-places-to-work-winners/#comments Fri, 04 Nov 2016 02:28:33 +0000 http://wgna.com/?p=376472 Continue reading…]]> I think one of the things any business should be most proud of is having employees that really feel that they work for a great company that values their efforts. The Albany Business Review has found 36 companies right here in the Capital District that fit that criteria...

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Seussical the Musical: Kids in FREE with GE Kids Days This Weekend http://wgna.com/seussical-the-musical-kids-in-free-with-ge-kids-days-this-weekend/ http://wgna.com/seussical-the-musical-kids-in-free-with-ge-kids-days-this-weekend/#comments Wed, 03 Aug 2016 19:11:18 +0000 http://wgna.com/?p=370454 Continue reading…]]> The lazy days of summer are here and as we begin August avoid hearing the words "I'm bored!"

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Pokémon Go "Walk" in Albany This Saturday http://wgna.com/pokemon-go-walk-in-albany-this-saturday/ http://wgna.com/pokemon-go-walk-in-albany-this-saturday/#comments Fri, 15 Jul 2016 01:38:50 +0000 http://wgna.com/?p=369294 Continue reading…]]> It's officially taken over more than just social media and the internet, it's taken over the Capital Region!

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When You Go to A Website and See Your Face Front and Center http://wgna.com/when-you-go-to-a-website-and-see-your-face-front-and-center/ http://wgna.com/when-you-go-to-a-website-and-see-your-face-front-and-center/#comments Wed, 29 Jun 2016 18:51:43 +0000 http://wgna.com/?p=368096 Continue reading…]]> I woke up this morning and did my normal routine. Part of that routine is checking out what's going on in the world, I just didn't realize that I would be a big part of that.

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A Horse Drawn Trolley Ride and a Ride Through Albany History http://wgna.com/a-horse-drawn-trolley-ride-and-a-ride-through-albany-history/ http://wgna.com/a-horse-drawn-trolley-ride-and-a-ride-through-albany-history/#comments Tue, 28 Jun 2016 14:59:25 +0000 http://wgna.com/?p=367969 Continue reading…]]> They'll help take you back to a simpler time in downtown, Albany. A time where worries were few, life wasn't so busy and technology hadn't taken over.

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#TBT Sean's Best Blogs – "The Boy Who Caught A Butterfly" http://wgna.com/tbt-seans-best-blogs-the-boy-who-caught-a-butterfly/ http://wgna.com/tbt-seans-best-blogs-the-boy-who-caught-a-butterfly/#comments Fri, 24 Jun 2016 00:04:18 +0000 http://wgna.com/?p=367739 Continue reading…]]> This one is important. Recently, I decided to share with you some posts that I had written years ago that you may have missed when I first wrote them. This one was very popular and shared many times. I think that may because it was so very true and very personal.

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10 Beautiful Images of the Capital Region [PHOTOS] http://wgna.com/10-beautiful-images-of-the-capital-region-photos/ http://wgna.com/10-beautiful-images-of-the-capital-region-photos/#comments Mon, 06 Jun 2016 20:16:56 +0000 http://wgna.com/?p=366439 Continue reading…]]> Social media is a beautiful thing. It allows us to come together and share some of the most amazing visual aspects of our days (along with the worded ones - sometimes, strongly worded ones.) I decided to

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Top 5 Activities for the Summer in the Capital Region http://wgna.com/top-5-activities-for-the-summer-in-the-capital-region/ http://wgna.com/top-5-activities-for-the-summer-in-the-capital-region/#comments Thu, 05 May 2016 04:01:49 +0000 http://wgna.com/?p=363377 Continue reading…]]> Though Winter was mild (not complaining), I'm certain most Upstate New Yorkers remained inside like myself awaiting the warm weather. Well people, it's here. The temperatures are already reaching the 70's and it's time to get outside and enjoy it. Don't worry, I've got you covered.

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FREE EVENT Albany History Fair This Sunday http://wgna.com/free-event-albany-history-fair-this-sunday/ http://wgna.com/free-event-albany-history-fair-this-sunday/#comments Wed, 27 Apr 2016 15:25:16 +0000 http://wgna.com/?p=363716 Continue reading…]]> How much do you really know about New York's capital? This Sunday is the time to test yourself!

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Your Vote Matters in the Times Union Readers Poll and Time is Running Out! http://wgna.com/your-vote-matters-in-the-times-union-readers-poll-and-time-is-running-out/ http://wgna.com/your-vote-matters-in-the-times-union-readers-poll-and-time-is-running-out/#comments Fri, 15 Apr 2016 14:19:08 +0000 http://wgna.com/?p=362835 Continue reading…]]> Your votes matter for all of your favorites!

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