Did You Know Utica Has Two Records In The Guinness Book?

When it comes to world records, the city of Utica New York apparently has two claims to fame.

Utica Created The Largest Filled Doughnut

Back in 1993, two Utica bakeries collaborated to create a colossal 3739 pound doughnut. According to Guinness, the doughnut was huge. Not only did it weigh nearly 4000 pounds, it was also quite wide:

The largest filled doughnut weighs 1.695 tonnes (3,739 lb) and was made by representatives from Hemstrought's Bakeries, Donato's Bakery in Utica, New York, USA, on 21 January 1993.

This massive doughnut was created by Hemstrought’s and Donato’s Bakery. Our sister station's talk show host, Bill Keeler is credited in the Guinness Book of World Records for contributing to this colossal stunt.

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Utica Has The World's Largest Watering Can

Next time you're at the Utica Zoo, be sure to check out a pretty cool artifact- The World's Largest Watering Can:

A giant watering can constructed of galvanised steel was constructed for Utica Zoo, New York, USA. It weighs 907.1 kg (2000 lb) and measures 4.7 m (15.5 ft) high with a diameter of 3.65 m (12 ft). It arrived at the zoo by truck on 5 December 2000."

Honestly we can't imagine the zoo without it.

Apply To Set Or Break A Record

Have you got what it takes to be a record-holder? Let's make Central New York proud! Online, you will find all the information you need to help you through the process of setting or breaking a record:

We offer a variety of application types for individuals and businesses - take a look at the options below.

You can learn more online here.

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Did you know that New York State has more than 7,600 freshwater lakes, ponds and reservoirs, as well as portions of two of the five Great Lakes? Have you ever wondered what are the largest lakes?

This Upstate New York Restaurant Was Just Named One Of The Best Hidden Gem Restaurants In America

Nestled in a city in Upstate New York that is home to over 2,200 residents, this locally owned restaurant is among an elite list of places worth checking out in all of America.

24/7 Tempo put together a list of the Best Hidden Gem Restaurant in Every State and the choice for New York is located in one of the most historic Olympic capitals of the world- Lake Placid.

The winner is Salt of the Earth Bistro. Here's a look at some of their menu items: