Learn about the history, origins, and significance of the Erie Canal Song, Low Bridge, a classic American folk tune.

As he passed through the Rochester area via the Erie Canal in his 16-foot flat-bottom, single-engine jon boat, Robert Youens said his No. 1 is just to have fun.

John Spears, director of the Buffalo and Erie County Public Libraries, has died after battle with cancer at 51.

While only two spots made the top 10, seven N.Y. waterways made Bassmaster's 2025 list of top bass fishing destinations.

John Oliver brought his quirky humor to minor league baseball with the debut of the Erie Moon Mammoths. The team, rebranded by Oliver’s “Last Week Tonight,” played its first game ...

The Pennsylvania State Police is requesting the public's help after a fatal hit-and-run incident in Erie Saturday morning. According to a press release, state police responded to 12904 Route 19 S ...

Seneca Falls, N.Y. — Convention Days 2025: Ripples of Reform is underway at the Women’s Rights National Historical Park, marking the historic 1848 women’s right ...

WABASH COUNTY, Ill. (WEHT) — A train derailment has been reported in Wabash County. Officials with the Browns Fire Department say the train derailed around 6 pm near Route 15 east of Browns ...

Just in time for this year’s Canal Fest of the Tonawandas, Tiki Boat Tours are hitting the water in North Tonawanda, with bookings open now.

27th annual ‘Cycle the Erie Canal’ bike tour returns Video / Jul 12, 2025 / 10:36 AM EDT ...

The Ohio & Erie Canalway Coalition's fifth annual Scenic Byway Road Rally is July 12. Stops include Canton and Massillon.

They can’t wait to see it complete,” said Mark Wendel, executive director of the Erie Canal Harbor Development Corp., the state agency that oversees the waterfront.