518 Lore

Do you know the stories behind the buildings and cities in the Capital Region? From Halloween ghost stories to the history you didn’t know, take a look and learn where you’re from!

Do You Really Know Where Nipper Came From?

Do You Really Know Where Nipper Came From?

Most of us know that Nipper is on the old RCA Building, was the logo for RCA back in the day, but who is Nipper?

Travel Channel TV Show Looking for Local Lost Fortune

Travel Channel TV Show Looking for Local Lost Fortune

How is it that I’ve lived in Upstate New York and not only have I not heard of this fortune but haven’t heard of anyone trying to find it before.

Famous Songs that Mention the Capital Region [VIDEOS]

Famous Songs that Mention the Capital Region [VIDEOS]

You may not have realized it but there are quite a few songs that bring attention to the Capital Region. How many of these did you know?

Capital Region’s Catchiest Jingles [VIDEO]

Capital Region’s Catchiest Jingles [VIDEO]

You know ’em, you love ’em, even though they get stuck in your head. These are the catchiest jingles you didn’t realize you knew all of the words to.

Fudge Fancies: Everything You Know is Wrong [VIDEO]

Fudge Fancies: Everything You Know is Wrong [VIDEO]

I’ve lived in the Capital Region my entire life, I just didn’t realize my entire life was a lie.

Fascinating Upstate New Yorkers You’ve Never Heard Of

Fascinating Upstate New Yorkers You’ve Never Heard Of

Everyone knows that Uncle Sam was from here, that Lucille Ball was from New York, but here’s a list of people with fascinating stories you’ve probably never heard of but shouldn’t miss!