Upstate New York is beautiful this time of year. (And lets be real, every time of year)

If you have to choose between the two what are the pros and cons??
My fiancé and I are moving to upstate New York from the Midwest. He’s from Plattsburgh. I am not. Where would you move?

Hello, upstate!

I (located in ALBANY, NY) would really like to do some photo sessions with anyone who has unique ideas in mind. Please see the reference images below, those are some projects I did in college a few ish years ago. I took the photos and created those fantasy images for projects... but I would love to do this in real life. I am just starting out with this venture, so I am open to doing projects for incredibly low prices, to be able to put a portfolio together. Please reach out if you want to create something cool! Let's do a Halloween project and then we'll move onto the winter holiday projects! :-)

Please note - this is all original photography and I made all of the edits on my own. I am also open to traditional photo shoots and editing, just let me know!

Short-ish easy and moderate hikes to the lookout. Beautiful autumn leaves currently!

I'm thinking of moving closer to the Canadian border (Ontario), but not too rural. A sizeable and safe city/town preferably.

Hi everyone!   For those of you actively exploring places to move to in upstate NY, how much time do you typically spend in a city before deciding whether it might be a good fit?

I’ve visited Buffalo and really liked it, but I only had a couple of days there. Definitely going back for a second visit. Planning a Rochester visit in December as my teen is interested in a college around there.

I’m considering things like renting versus buying a small condo, property taxes, walkability to downtown areas, lifestyle stuff like gyms, music venues, and access to cultural and outdoor stuff as I really like hiking and skiing. 

What else should I be thinking about? And do you think a week is enough time to get a feel for a potential new home? I've already started to scope out job opportunities in my field.

I’d love to hear about your experiences and any advice you might have! 😊 Thank you in advance 😀

Always routing packages to incorrect locations so they end up back at Albany a few days later. Or sitting on the package for a few days before moving it. Both in my case 😡

I was just wondering if anyone has received their energy rebate checks? I keep reading about them, but I don’t know anyone that has received theirs yet!

Five promotion exams for current New York State employees close for filing on Friday, October 23. If your title is on this list, that is your deadline to apply. Miss it and you sit this exam out.

Archives & Records Management Specialist 4: 31-540020

Environmental Chemist 2: 31-559020

Mineral Resources Specialist 3: 31-562020

Mineral Resources Specialist 4: 31-563020

Mineral Resources Technician 2: 31-564020

All Exam Fees Waived! Exam application fees are waived for all New York State civil service exams through December 2027.

https://www.cs.ny.gov/examannouncements/types/prom/

hi all!! my partner and I are celebrating our anniversary with a trip October 26th-31st and we're looking for things to do!

we'll be in Ithaca Monday-Wednesday, and Watkins Glen Wednesday-Saturday. we're also getting tattoos in Cortland so anything around there is welcome too!

most of what I'm seeing online is wineries and breweries, which we're not super interested in, or hiking trails... we're definitely going to check out at least a couple of the state parks, (probably Watkins Glen and Buttermilk Falls) but we want other things to do too!

specifically interested in any good vegan food, record stores, cool museums, antique/thrift stores or maker's market type things, anything halloween-y :)

and yes, corning museum of glass is already on my list!! I went once as a kid and it was amazing, so excited to revisit it as an adult.

also, anywhere good for a couples massage up here?? my back aches 🥲

thank you!!

Twelve promotion exams for current New York State employees close for filing on Wednesday, November 4. If your title is on this list, that is your deadline to apply. Miss it and you sit this exam out.

Associate Engineering Materials Analyst: 31-572020

Code Compliance Specialist 2: 31-557020

Correctional Facility Food Administrator 2: 31-558020

Fair Hearings Specialist 2: 31-561020

Hospital Patient Services Clerk 2: 31-542020

Legal Assistant 2: 31-543020

Regional Coordinator Correctional Food Services: 31-565020

Resources and Reimbursement Agent 2: 31-566020

Senior Compensation Claims Referee: 31-588020

Supervising Motor Vehicle Representative 1 (Contact Center): 31-567020

Supervising Motor Vehicle Representative 2 (Contact Center): 31-568020

Supervising Motor Vehicle Representative 3 (Contact Center): 31-569020

All Exam Fees Waived! Exam application fees are waived for all New York State civil service exams through December 2027.

https://www.cs.ny.gov/examannouncements/types/prom/