Long before airways, highways, and even railways crisscrossed the country, rivers – our great waterways – were used regularly ...

The Erie Canal, a major achievement in transportation infrastructure that connected the Great Lakes to the Atlantic Ocean and ignited American economic development, was completed on this day in ...

Fairport, N.Y. — It was a nautical farewell Wednesday for three Erie Canal tour boats marking the end of the passenger season ...

The remains of Daisy Shelton were found by fishermen in June 1964 - and the case stumped investigators for decades until a ...

For many people (including this author) who are Erie Canal enthusiasts, today, October 26th, is one of the most influential ...

BUFFALO, N.Y. (WIVB) — A 54-year-old man was rescued by City of Tonawanda Police after he fell off a bridge and into the Erie Canal Thursday night, police said Friday. Police were called after ...

Almost 200 years ago, the Erie Canal started transforming New York State. This extraordinary accomplishment will be discussed by Dr. Gary Emerson in“200 Years on the Erie Canal.” It’s set for 7 p.m.

WATERFORD, N.Y. — The Erie Canalway National Heritage Corridor ... calendar is provided by the National Park Service and NYS Canal Corporation. “These exceptional images are a perfect ...

And then, the canal view will be for even smaller, more intimate performances, of 250 to 500 people.” Akronites played an ...

A school district support center is moving from its current space to the historic 57 Canal St. building in November. The Family Empowerment Center is now located in the Cornerstone Ice Arena where it ...

The Erie Canal Museum in Syracuse preserves the last remaining Greek-revival Weighlock building, showcasing the significance of the grand Erie Canal on land and economy. Inside, you’ll find ...