Life is filled with moments that bring us joy, experiences that shape how we associate our feelings and trauma that can affect how we compartmentalize our fears, faith and even how we see ourselves in our own realities. What if you were offered an experience that could help you process throu… Read More ⇒Sound Bathing: Finding peace, healing and wellness through vibrations

The winter months can be long and grueling. The cold dry winter air can not only take your breath away but dry your skin and cause your muscles to be tense while you shiver to stay warm. Needless to say, the cold north country winters can take their toll on our bodies but, luckily, there are… Read More ⇒Winter Wellness Destinations: Day spas and overnight romantic getaways

I have decided to embrace the new year with an open heart and an open mind. February, after all, was the month dedicated to Love. But February is not only about Valentine’s Day love and sweet-heart candy; it can also be about loving oneself, fostering meaningful relationships with family and… Read More ⇒Health and Wellness Column: With an open heart and mind

In light of the lack of activities areas can experience once temperatures begin to dip, it comes as no surprise that places able to offer winter activities, such as ice rinks and arenas, offer various programming for both kids and adults. Read More ⇒Hitting the Ice in the North Country: Ice skating opportunities available for pros, recreational skaters, and beginners

Any place that melts the cheese on your burger with a blow torch is a must-stop. Read More ⇒Eating in Upstate Column: Tug Hill Inn Hook and Ladder

JEFFERSON COUNTY Read More ⇒North Country Non-Chain Holiday Shoppers Guide

To hell with presents. The best part of any holiday is the pastries. Read More ⇒NNY Food Column: Sweet treats for the holidays

The holidays are a time for giving. For those who are in need, a warm holiday meal can mean the world, but who provides them locally? Read More ⇒The Spirit of Giving: A meal for the hungry during the holidays

The Watertown Family YMCA’s 5K run has become as much of a Thanksgiving tradition as turkey, cranberry sauce and pumpkin pie. Read More ⇒Trotting into the holidays

The holiday season is approaching, and its time to start thinking about your families next holiday photo shoot. Read More ⇒Holiday Memories Captured: Mini family photo sessions

It’s no secret that children who skip breakfast typically have more difficulty staying alert and concentrating during the first few hours of the school day. Read More ⇒Healthy Breakfast for Kids: Focusing on good food choices

The Community Performance Series will return to in-person performances this fall at SUNY Potsdam’s Crane School of Music. Read More ⇒Community Performance Series concerts at SUNY Potsdam’s Crane School of Music continue this fall

It is almost a requirement that every gentrified or gentrifying neighborhood have at least one farm-to-table eatery. Contrary to what it seems, however, these restaurants are nothing new. Rather, it’s old–as old as dining itself. Read More ⇒Hearth of Malone brings authenticity to the north country

While the past year and a half has been challenging, it has also taught us many life lessons. For most, it’s shown us the importance of being grateful—and not sweating the small stuff. Speaking from experience, I can tell you a bride planning her wedding through COVID knows this better than … Read More ⇒Tips for a ‘Simply’ flawless celebration

Saying “I Do” just got easier, at least from this foodie’s perspective. Read More ⇒Eating in Upstate New York: Zero Dock Street offers unique local wedding menu

The timbers of the abandoned railroad trestle over McCarn Creek are decaying and the concrete moss-covered. The span is fenced off for a reason, as rusty fasteners and the general decay indicate crossing it is not the best idea. Read More ⇒Land Trust Tantalizingly Close in Fully Funding Community Connection Project

Among the things we learn to appreciate more as we grow older is a beautiful waterfront view. One of those views is currently available for purchase along with a sprawling 11 acres of wooded land and a meticulously renovated 3,000–square–foot home along the St. Lawrence River. Read More ⇒St. Lawrence Serenity: Newly renovated home for sale in Alexandria offers scenic views, acres of privacy

New York is home to 28 drive-in theaters, the largest number of drive-in theaters in any state, three of which are located in Northern New York. Read More ⇒Drive-In and Enjoy: Classic movie experiences in NNY continue to entertain families

Those planning to golf in the north country: you have some decisions to make. Read More ⇒Finding The Perfect Greens: Golf courses in NNY offer diverse options

I first met The Sweetest Occasion blogger, Cyd Converse when she first moved back to the north country a few years ago. I was interviewing her for our series ‘Made In Northern New York’ on ABC50 and we instantly clicked. When I showed up to the interview – she was, at least, eight months pre… Read More ⇒The Sweetest Occasion with Alex Hazard and Cyd Converse

Ready for a foodie adventure through a historic village? From foodie delights to shopping and even a military museum, the village of Lowville offers a unique opportunity to satisfy your food cravings while still exploring what a small village has to offer. Read More ⇒Eating in Upstate New York: Downtown Lowville offers range of culinary options

Each and every day a new woman becomes a mother for the first time or all over again. Being a mother changes a person’s life in dramatic ways. Read More ⇒A Special Mother’s Day: Give back the love they give