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Little Falls is known for its scenic location along the Erie Canal, and it is the perfect place to welcome this amazing event this summer!

If you're looking for a fun activity that your little ones are certain to enjoy, take them out to watch the boats come in at one of the locks along the Erie Canal.

The 'Betsy' Concert Series, also known as 'Betsy The Barge Concert Series' is underway, and it's free for one and all. Pack a picnic and grab your family and friends for a fun night of fantastic music.

Did you know the first canal ever built in New York State was the Erie Canal? It happens to also run right through the heart of Central New York and if you're looking for stuff to do this Summer, the trails along this historic waterway offer plenty of recreational options.

Living in Upstate New York with the Erie Canal a major part of our landscape, you likely drive over the Erie Canal multiple times each day without giving it a second thought. There is one place in New York where you can drive under the canal.

Summer comes alive today in Herkimer on the Canal!  Gems Along The Mohawk has a great bunch of events going on all day today and a big concert and fireworks display tonight.

The 3rd Annual Rock The Canal weekend is here! Tucked along the canal in Herkimer is Gems Along The Mohawk, a visitors center with shopping, dining and sightseeing cruises.

This is a view of Upstate New York like you've never seen before.

It may be startling to you if you spent some time as a child at Erie Canal Village in Rome to see how far the living history museum appears to have deteriorated.

It's a sure sign that summer's coming when you start seeing lists of outdoor events!

Because of hard economic times, taking a vacation can seem impossible. Or, if you do take a vacation, everything costs so much money. So, what are you to do? Whether you are staying in the Utica area or planning on taking a trip to Utica, here are a few things you can do in the city that won't cost you anything (except maybe a tank of gas).