The state’s canal system is set to open May 15, conditions permitting. However, preparing for opening day includes making ...

The large amounts of rainfall the Capital Region received last week is affecting the local lock system. The state is delaying the opening of the Erie Canal, saying that the rain has created unsafe ...

The Waterford Canal Festival will celebrate its 40th anniversary on Saturday, May 16, returning once again to welcome ...

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. The New York State Canal Corp. announced Wednesday that the New York State Canal system will open in phases beginning Friday due ...

The state barge canal system will not be fully operational on Friday as planned due to storm damage, although Erie Canal is open west of Lyons Boaters remain moored at Waterford Marina after opening ...

A sign notes the route for the Erie and Champlain canals at Waterford Harbor on May 16 in Waterford. Lock No. 5 on Saturday in Waterford. The Erie Canal Lock 2 at Waterford Harbor on May 16. The view ...

LOCKPORT, N.Y. (WIVB) — The Lockport Locks Heritage District Corporation announced a series of events to celebrate the opening of the 2025 navigation season on the Erie Canal. The Lockport Community ...