The then West Troy village had two entrances, also referred to as sidecuts, that connected the canal to the Hudson River.

As you well know by now, 2025 is the bicentennial of the official opening of the Erie Canal. Many people do not realize that there are canals in the Town ...

The Fourth of July falls on a Friday this year. Here's what to know about which retail stores will be open and closed on the ...

Not every memorable walk involves climbing mountains or heading somewhere remote. Plenty of great routes stick to gentler ...

The Albany Symphony will perform as the centerpiece of the Water Music New York: More Voices festival Wednesday at the Erie Canal Port, 600 Main St. Water Music ...

Related: This Picturesque River Town in Ohio is One of the Best-Kept Secrets in the Midwest Following the route of the historic canal, this trail connects Dover to other communities and natural areas, ...

The town of Gates will host a historical boat tour on the Erie Canal Wednesday June, 25 to celebrate the 200th anniversary of ...

That’s Delphos, Ohio – a slice of Americana so authentic you’ll wonder if you’ve wandered onto a movie set or into a living museum. Nestled in the northwestern corner of Ohio, straddling Allen and Van ...

State officials hope to begin construction on a cruise ship terminal at the Outer Harbor by early next year, with completion ...

A kayaker takes photos in lock 5 during the Paddle the Canals: Erie Canal 200! on Sunday, June 22, 2025, in Waterford, N.Y. Participants paddled the five locks of the Waterford Flight to celebrate ...

Lists names of contractors, suppliers, and others who worked on the Erie Canal in 1849-1850. There may not be many names of ordinary laborers. They were usually recruited and hired by contractors.

Explore the route of the Ohio & Erie Canal in town in the next walking tour by a local preservation group on Sunday afternoon. The Chillicothe Restoration Foundation is hosting a new version of their ...