Alex Zhush

6/7/2026 (New Jersey) Even the sunrise is rooting for the Knicks. Driving through New Jersey before sunrise, with the New York City skyline silhouetted against the horizon. The city lights were still glowing as the sky slowly turned orange and blue behind the skyscrapers. A beautiful early morning view of Manhattan from across the river.

6/4/2026 (Scranton, PA) Driving northwest on I-380 toward Scranton -> Binghamton -> Syracuse. A wall of hills, with power lines connecting the peaks. With the late afternoon sun lighting up the landscape, the hills of northeastern Pennsylvania provided a beautiful backdrop. This area sits within the Appalachian Plateau region, where the rolling ridges and deep valleys give the Scranton area its distinctive scenery.

6/4/2026 (Scranton, PA) Driving northwest on I-380 toward Scranton -> Binghamton -> Syracuse. The highway passing through rock cuts carved into the hillside. With the late afternoon sun lighting up the landscape, the hills of northeastern Pennsylvania provided a beautiful backdrop. This area sits within the Appalachian Plateau region, where the rolling ridges and deep valleys give the Scranton area its distinctive scenery.

6/5/2026 (Utica & Marcy, NY) Driving through Utica and Marcy today, I passed a large group of cyclists riding with police escorts. The riders were participating in the Ride for Missing Children, an annual event that raises awareness and supports child safety education programs throughout the Mohawk Valley. Seeing hundreds of riders traveling together through our communities was an impressive sight and a reminder of a cause that affects families everywhere.

6/4/2026 (Scranton, PA) Driving northwest on I-380 toward Scranton and Syracuse, crossing the newly rebuilt flyover where I-380 merges with I-84 above the Roaring Brook valley. The highway spans high above the stream and surrounding forest before passing through rock cuts carved into the hillside. With the late afternoon sun lighting up the landscape, the hills of northeastern Pennsylvania provided a beautiful backdrop. This area sits within the Appalachian Plateau region, where the rolling ridges and deep valleys give the Scranton area its distinctive scenery.

6/4/2026 (Whitney Point, NY) Driving north on I-81 toward Syracuse Airport, passing Exit 8 for Whitney Point and Ithaca. The sunset lit up the hills of the Southern Tier, making for a beautiful evening drive along the interstate.

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6/4/2026 (Moscow, PA) Driving north on I-380 near Moscow, Pennsylvania, I passed the scene of a serious crash involving what appeared to be a police vehicle. The vehicle was overturned off the roadway near a damaged guardrail, with police, fire crews, DOT personnel, and heavy recovery equipment on scene. Traffic was moving slowly through the area as crews assessed the damage and worked on the recovery.

6/3/2026 (New York, NY) Driving south on Broadway from 53rd Street to 48th Street while the Knicks and Spurs were playing Game 1 of the NBA Finals. The bright lights of Midtown gave way to the even brighter glow of Times Square ahead. With many people watching the game, traffic was surprisingly light, making for a smooth drive through the heart of Manhattan.

6/3/2026 (New York, NY) Knicks fans celebrating and chanting in Times Square after the Knicks defeated the Spurs in Game 1 of the NBA Finals. After dropping off a passenger from Ithaca, I drove through Manhattan and found the streets filled with music, excitement, and fans celebrating a rare Finals win. Times Square was packed with people enjoying the moment as the city rallied behind its team.

6/3/2026 (Homer, NY) Driving north on South Main Street approaching the village of Homer. Just before entering the village, there’s a military tank displayed alongside the road, one of the first things visitors notice as they arrive. A unique welcome to one of the oldest communities in Cortland County.