As tradition holds, New Year’s Day is for college football and the bowl game schedule to begin 2026 is as big as it gets. On January 1, 2026, the College Football Playoff takes center stage with three ...

Were you Seen at the New Year’s Day Lake George Polar Plunge on Jan. 1, 2026, at Shepard Park Beach in Lake George?

The month of January is about more than just cold weather and post-holiday shopping burnout. It also marks the start of a new year, and with it, the opportunity to make fresh starts and new year ...

Thursday is New Year's Day, the first day of 2026. It might be an ordinary holiday for some people, a time for family and rest. Others may be ready to start planning their year. New Year's Day is ...

The calendar is flipping from 2025 to 2026 this week, and whether you're looking to start off the new year with a cup of coffee, a sit-down breakfast, or looking for some retail therapy, consumers ...

New Year’s Day is a federal holiday and falls on Thursday, Jan. 1, 2026. USPS offices will be closed, and most banks. Many grocery stores and retailers will be open, but their hours could vary by ...