shopping

In Central New York, we know a thing or two about our vodka chicken riggies. Do you have one recipe you always use? Or, are you looking for a new recipe?

Wait. Before you think you already know what I'm going to say, you need to read this open letter to my fellow parents.

So why would we call a day when our Lord suffered and died on a cross 'good'? Here are a few things you probably don't know about Good Friday.

People in stores are the worst on Black Friday, the busiest shopping day of the year. Here is a look at the 10 absolute worst people you'll find in stores the day after Thanksgiving.

Wondering when all those big stores will be opening and offering those massive discounts this Black Friday?

With the holiday season upon us, Oneonta City Police Chief Dennis Nayor has some helpful safety tips for holiday shoppers. Chief Nayor says a lot of crimes that occur are crimes of opportunity. If you remove or minimize the opportunity there is less chance of somebody becoming a victim.

I have never been "Black Friday" shopping.  I think I am a little scared.  This is for the professional shopper.  Go in with a plan.  Time out the sales at each store.  Bring friends to divide and conquer.  It is a lot of work to get the best deals around.  Luckily, Dan the Man has helped map out local specials.

"Thanks honey!"  "Have a great day, sweetie."  "How are you today dear?"  Sounds like a couple talking, doesn't, it?  What if I told you it was a part of customer service.  I was out and about this weekend and had an odd encounter.  And, this wasn't the first time I left feeling awkard.

Before Hurricane Sandy left its mark on New York City, Long Island and the Hudson Valley, the majority of New York retailers were confident and prepared for a strong 2012 holiday shopping season.

Do you have the Christmas spirit?  Now I know a lot of you are saying, "Hold on, Tracie!"  Can't say that I blame you.  It's over a week before Thanksgiving, but I'm getting the music in my head.  My mom has had her Christmas music playing for a while now.  Maybe I'm already gearing up for the holidays because Ted keeps saying, "Ho, ho, ho!" and I know he's not talking about me