I was born and raised right here in Central New York where I graduated from Ilion High School. In my free time I love to explore the Adirondacks while kayaking and camping every spring/summer. I also love sports including the Dallas Cowboys, the New York Yankees and the New York Knicks. Since Utica brought the Comets back in 2013 I've enjoyed getting more into hockey as well! Since 2012 I have not cut my hair so I will eventually be able to make a donation to an organization that makes wigs for children suffering from hair loss due to illness. I am also one of the biggest Simpsons and Back to the Future fans you will meet! Go Pioneers! Go Comets!
Luke Austin
Tired Of The Same Old Snowmen? How About A Lighthouse
With so much snow there's only so many snowmen and snow angels you can make before you get bored. Then its time to start getting creative like this Ilion resident.
5 Things That Could Fill The Gander Mtn And Kmart Buildings
Since the news has broken that both Gander Mountain and Kmart in New Hartford will be closing their doors soon, we started thinking of what could replace them.
Woodland Farm Brewery Throwing St. Patrick’s Day Bash Round 2
If you decided to stay in on March 11 instead of heading out in the cold for the St. Patrick's Day festivities, don't worry you'll have another chance.
Crazy Or Genius? Man Snowboards Behind Car During Stella
Winter storms can bring the best - and worst ideas out of New Yorkers. We want to know your thoughts on this idea.
Wegmans Named 2nd Best U.S. Company To Work For
Fortune.com just released their list of the top 100 companies in the country to work for and Rochester-based Wegmans Food Markets has made the #2 spot.
Celebrate Utica’s St. Patrick’s Day Parade At Woodland Brewery
If you're looking for an alternative to Varick Street after the St. Patrick's Day Parade in Utica, Check out the party at Woodland Farm Brewery in Marcy.
Chris Rock To Perform In Albany
One of the funniest comedians of the past 20 years is coming to New York.
Local Filmmaker Promoting Suicide Prevention In Latest Movie
Movies and film have the power to bring out emotions in us, and many know the right movie can change lives. That's what Charles 'Chic' Scaparo hopes to accomplish with his latest short film Beatrice.
Darien Lake Announces 2017 Opening Date
March is here and we're trying to put the winter behind us by thinking spring. Nothing says spring and summer quite like our familiar amusement parks opening their doors.
Ilion To Install LED Street Lights
As part of the Village of Ilion's plan to qualify as a Clean Energy Community, the village will be installing new LED street lights in the near future.
Jamo’s In Herkimer Now Offering Lent Menu
It's officially Lent, and for observant Catholics that means no meat on Fridays. Many local restaurants are offering special menus, including one in Herkimer.
App Will Tell You When April The Giraffe Is In Labor
If you've been waiting patiently to watch April the Giraffe give birth at the Animal Adventure Park, you can rest easy, an app has been created that will alert you when it's go time.