"The Jazz Singer" starring Al Jolson, the first movie that incorporated synchronized speaking parts for its actors, was released on this day in history, Oct. 6, 1927. Primitive by today’s ...

ON THIS DAY IN 1944, the Eagle reported, “Former Gov. Alfred E. Smith, the Al Smith of many a political campaign, whom millions of Americans came to love with a passionate affection as a symbol ...

ON THIS DAY IN 1884, the Brooklyn Daily Eagle reporte­d, “Young Mr. [Theodore] Roosevelt, who recently quitted his cattle ranch in Dakota, alighted last Saturday night in the Brooklyn Rink ...

The Naval School was founded in Annapolis, Maryland in the wake of a shocking scandal at sea on this day in history, Oct. 10, 1845. The renowned military institute was renamed the U.S. Naval ...

GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. (WOOD) – We know that people are looking for fun things to do this weekend, so let’s talk about our ...

"American Pie" singer Don McLean — who is still performing and touring — was born on this day in history, Oct. 2, 1945, in New Rochelle, New York. He is forever associated with his iconic hit ...

In Jamaica, Hurricane Flora, one of the most destructive Atlantic storms, impacts Jamaica for a third day, causing grief and destruction. 1975: The Soviet Union and East Germany sign a revised ...

Mole Day is an annual celebration of Avogadro's number and the mole concept in chemistry. It is an opportunity for students, ...

The mighty USS Constitution, arguably the most famous warship in American history — a testament to dauntless courage at sea in the nation's infancy — was launched in Boston on this day in ...

Looking for options to keep the kids entertained this half term? Well look no further, because we've got you covered with our ...

The Crafts in the Meadow event at Tyler Park will take place on Oct. 19 and 20, from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Saturday and 10 a.m ...

Halloween 2024: The spooky season is upon us once again. Halloween, one of the most fun festivals of the year, will be ...