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Friday, August 31, 2012  At 126 feet tall, you can see beyond the county line.

Friday, August 31, 2012  The story behind the antique tractor in the nightly parade

Thursday, August 30, 2012  The Empire Theatre at the State Fair Art & Home Center is playing to full houses this Fair. They are not only playing for the local performing groups dancing and singing there but also for its ‘permanent’ resident; a 1925-vintage Wurlitzer organ.

Wednesday, August 29, 2012  State Fair Trivia Trail offers Nook E-Reders as prizes.

Monday, August 27, 2012  Blue Ribbon award winner has been sculpting cheese 8 years.

Friday, August 24, 2012  150 tons of sand will turn into NY Olympians tribute

Thursday, August 23, 2012  Butterflies that flutter by you, and even land on you, are a hit already at the 2012 New York State Fair.  An interactive display aims to raise awareness about endangered insects.

Tuesday, January 31, 2012  Tuesday afternoon the Walberger family was tapping into maple trees in Manlius, more than a month ahead of the schedule!

Thursday, September 15, 2011  Two local schools are being honored as this year's recipients of the National Blue Ribbon award.

Friday, September 02, 2011  The final Blue Ribbon Award of the New York State Fair this year goes to the petting zoo.

Thursday, September 01, 2011  New tickets, new rides and a fresh look at this year's Fair.

Wednesday, August 31, 2011  It's a perennial favorite, but one that teaches both fairgoers and presenters.

Tuesday, August 30, 2011  Sheep to Shawl contest has a fundraiser, for breast cancer research.

Monday, August 29, 2011  A renovated milking area drawing big crowds.

Friday, August 26, 2011  Fairgoers being asked to pledge to eat and do good.