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That’s my car, pointed in the wrong direction. Had to turn around on my way into work and take an alternate route.
Here’s the classic song from Muddy Waters…maybe I’ll play it tomorrow on The Blue Note:
Not a big fan of mid-winter rain. But there are some great rain songs out there…
Here’s one from Credence Clearwater Revival that still works for me:
And remember these guys?
Okay, you knew I’d ask: what’s your favorite...
News stories tagged with "rain"
Wet weather frustrates locals and tourists; worries businesses
Lake George, NY, Jul 21, 2009 — This summer has been cool and wet, with average temperatures in July about five degrees below normal. The National Weather Service reports that parts of the region have had nearly ten more inches of rain this summer compared with last summer. Brian Mann checked in with business owners, locals and tourists and has our story. Go to full article
Natural Selections: climate change and rainfall
Dec 25, 2008 — Martha Foley and Dr. Curt Stager look at climate change and it's effect, not on temperature, but on rainfall patterns. Go to full article
Rain soaks Champlain Valley
Aug 12, 2008 — Rain is hammering the northeastern corner of New York State. National Weather Service records show July was the wettest on record. Martha Foley reports. Go to full article
Watering the garden wisely
Jul 14, 2008 — Some parts of the North Country got a good soaking of rain yesterday. But how do you know when enough is enough in the garden? Horticulturist Amy Ivy shares tips on how and when to water the garden. She told Todd Moe that a rain gauge helps. Go to full article
The storms brought damage to trees and homes throughout the North Country, as shown in this scene from Ft. Covington. Photo: Tony David.
Thousands without power after thunderstorms
Jun 11, 2008 — Thousands remains without power this morning after thunderstorms rolled across upstate New York yesterday and last night. Todd Moe has more. Go to full article
Let it rain!
Sep 10, 2007 — We're nearing the end of the gardening season. Why do we need rain now? Martha Foley talks with horticulturist Amy Ivy. Go to full article
Lake Champlain: Docks Still Underwater, Boating Industry Suffers
Jun 28, 2006 — Lake Champlain water levels are high after heavy rainfall. Barry Hamilton owns the Essex Marina, he spoke with Gregory Warner. Go to full article
More Rainfall Hammers Adirondacks
Jun 17, 2005 — Martha Foley has the latest on relief and recovery efforts inthe eastern and southern Adirondacks, where heavy rainfall has been damaging roads and bridges. Go to full article
Rainy Spring Boosts Water Levels
Jun 24, 2003 — The soggy spring and early summer have helped raise water levels on Lake Ontario and the St. Lawrence River. But shoreline residents say it wouldn?t take a drought for the water to dip too low again. David Sommerstein reports. Go to full article
Gardening in the Rain
Jun 17, 2002 — Martha Foley talks with horticulturist Amy Ivy on gardening in rainy weather,including the effect rain has on fertilizers, organic and non-organic. Go to full article
