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Thursday, February 14, 2013  Just two weeks after the former State Fair director was quietly removed from his job and given a new position in Albany, a scathing report was issued by the state inspector general.

Monday, September 17, 2012  The organizers of the New York State Fair say they're looking into limiting outdoor smoking because of complaints from visitors.

Tuesday, September 04, 2012  The New York State Fair had its lowest total attendance in more than 20 years, but officials say that's because they cut back on the number of free tickets they give out.

Monday, June 18, 2012  Etix coming to Syracuse on Tuesday to work out glitches

Friday, September 23, 2011  State Fair Director Dan O'Hara says the company that was responsible for cleaning the restrooms at the fair has learned from the problems at the 2011 fair.

Saturday, September 03, 2011  State Fair Director Dan O'Hara said he's always open to suggestions, but is pleased with the changes to restrooms at the Fair this year.

Friday, September 02, 2011  State Fair director says we've almost made up for 'the rainout' deficit.

Thursday, August 18, 2011  The New York State Fair starts one week from today and preparations are underway.

Monday, August 15, 2011  The New York State Fair is now just nine days away, and with the countdown underway organizers are keeping a close eye on the Indiana State Fair tragedy.

Saturday, November 06, 2010  Much like the food selection at the Great New York State Fair -- Harvest Fest seems to have everything you can imagine.

Tuesday, September 07, 2010  We take your suggestions for the next NY State Fair to the Fair Director.

Thursday, August 19, 2010  State Fair Director Dan O'Hara says he's been asked to make room on stage for a pink tank. Its' part of Rihanna's act promoting her new song "Hard."

Friday, April 23, 2010  State Fair announces big names in music coming this year.