"Big Chuck" D'Imperio recently retired as the "morning man" at WDOS-AM730 in Oneonta, NY after a 33-year career in radio. In the year 2000, “Big Chuck” was inducted into the NYS Country Music Hall of Fame as “NY Country DJ of the Year." He is the author of 10 Upstate New York travel guide books, and is a former newspaper columnist with more than 300 columns published. "Big Chuck" is pleased to continue to contribute digital content to Townsquare Media radio websites all over New York State. And, for all you baby boomers out there, yes it is true that "Big Chuck" actually won The Gong Show in 1977 by singing "Bad Bad LeRoy Brown" in a shower stall on live TV!
BIG CHUCK
10 Town Welcome Signs That Tell an Amazing Upstate New York Story
This gallery looks at ten Upstate New York towns which have put their community's claim to fame right out on their welcome sign for all to see. The stories are amazing.
These 12 Upstate NY Parks Say, “Come Visit Us This Summer!”
This gallery offers up a selection of a dozen great New York State Parks for consideration for Memorial Day Weekend, or for the rest of the summer. Each park mentioned is fully linked to their website for more information.
Don’t Miss These Memorial Day Weekend Events in Upstate New York
Here is a sampling of many large and very small events to consider for your upcoming Memorial Day Weekend in Upstate New York. All of them are great fun!
12 of the “Lip-Smackingest” Barbecue Places in Upstate New York!
In honor of this week's National Barbecue Day, this gallery looks at a dozen of the most delicious places to get some mouthwatering barbecue in Upstate New York.
Roadtrip! From Canandaigua to Cazenovia: History, Beauty and Fun
This gallery takes the reader on a 100-mile roadtrip from Canandaigua to Cazenovia with some great stops along the way!
10 Outstanding River and Lake Cruises in Upstate New York
This gallery takes a look at ten top boat cruises and tours available for you to choose from this summer. All are fascinating and so much fun. They get busy, so remember to book early!
‘Give Somebody a Cupcake Day': Where to Get the Best Cupcakes in Upstate NY
Here are 12 Upstate New York bakeries that specialize in making cupcakes.. Give a cupcake to a special person at work, at school, or even a stranger on this favorite "food holiday"
Howe Caverns Still Packs a Punch After More Than a Century!
For well over a century, Howe Caverns (Schoharie County) has been welcoming guests to New York's "most famous hole in the ground." It is the second most popular natural wonder in the state, behind only Niagara Falls.
Add the St. Lawrence Seaway to Places With Award-Winning Wines!
While most of the time our Finger Lakes Region grabs the spotlight from wine enthusiasts around the country (and deservedly so), in this gallery we take a look at several of the great wineries and vineyards located in the far northern part of New York along the St. Lawrence Seaway Trail.
Top Hudson Valley Mexican Restaurants Are Ready For Cinco de Mayo!
The Mexican celebration of Cinco de Mayo is represented in the restaurants and bars across Upstate New York. Here are 12 top Mexican restaurants found in the Hudson Valley.