"Big Chuck" D'Imperio recently retired as the "morning man" at WDOS-AM730 in Oneonta, NY after a 33-year career in radio. In the year 2000, “Big Chuck” was inducted into the NYS Country Music Hall of Fame as “NY Country DJ of the Year." He is the author of 10 Upstate New York travel guide books, and is a former newspaper columnist with more than 300 columns published. "Big Chuck" is pleased to continue to contribute digital content to Townsquare Media radio websites all over New York State. And, for all you baby boomers out there, yes it is true that "Big Chuck" actually won The Gong Show in 1977 by singing "Bad Bad LeRoy Brown" in a shower stall on live TV!
BIG CHUCK
11 Old-Time General Stores and Five and Dimes in Upstate New York
11 awesome nostalgic general stores and five and dimes in Upstate New York
These Upstate NY Train Stations Have Been Certified “Historic!”
A gallery of Upstate New York train stations and depots that have been entered into the National Register of Historic PLaces.
These 12 Classic Diners Are Ready To Serve You In Western NYS!
This gallery looks at a dozen popular diners located in the far western part of New York State. All are classic eateries serving up great homemade food.
Cooperstown’s Magnificent “Hyde Hall” Never Fails to Impress!
Hyde Hall, north of the village of Cooperstown, is one of the most beautiful mansions in Upstate New York. Tours here are wonderful.
The Majesty Of the 10 Tallest Buildings in Upstate New York
This gallery looks at the beauty and history of the ten tallest buildings in Upstate New York
7 Old-Time Caboose Cars In Upstate New York Serving Ice Cream!
This gallery looks at a selection of vintage-era little red caboose train cars that are still alive and serving as ice cream stands across Upstate New York
Upstate NY Roadtrip! 120 Miles Along Beautiful and Historic I-88
Interstate 88 runs about 120 miles from just outside Binghamton to just outside Schenectady. Here are 16 things to keep your eye out for on your next I-88 trip!
Amazing! Visit These 21 Historic and Little Known Homes in Upstate New York!
This gallery looks at 21 of the most incredible (and "little known") homes that are open to the public. Great stories here1
Trivia Facts About Upstate New York That’ll Make You Say, “Wow!!”
Thirty of the most fascinating pieces of trivia about Upstate New York's people, places, and things.
The Ultimate Guide to the Best Irish Pubs in Upstate New York
This gallery looks at 32 of the best Irish pubs in Upstate New York. Fun on any night, or for a St. Paddy's Day, they are all great.
Saratoga’s New York State Military Museum is Awesome!
This gallery is meant to encourage our readers to put this fantastic museum on their bucket list for summer travels this year.
Are These the Best Restaurants in Ithaca? You Be the Judge!
This gallery takes a look at perhaps the Top Ten restaurants in the great college city of Ithaca, NY
Are These The Top Italian Bakeries in Upstate NY? We Think So!
This gallery shines the light on some pretty awesome Italian bakeries in Upstate New York. From pastries to fresh hot loaves of Italian bread, each of these has something wonderful to offer. Mangia!
Central New York Is Home to Several Fine Chocolate/Candy Stores!
This gallery looks at favorite chocolate shops and candy stores in the Central New York region.