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GORGEOUS VIEWS — Spectators take photos of the Upper Falls from the Trenton Falls Scenic Trail in this file photo from May 2017. The trails were scheduled to be open this weekend; however, a lack of volunteers have forced town officials to cancel the fall opening of the trails.
Historic Trenton Falls hiking trails not open
TRENTON — The Trenton Falls Scenic Trails will not be open to the public this weekend, according to a town official. The trails had been scheduled to be open on Saturday and Sunday, but the event … more
COVID-19 7-day average positivity rate is 3.35%
On Thursday, the statewide, COVID-19 seven-day average positivity rate was 3.35%, and there were 19 virus-related deaths across New York on Wednesday, according to information from Gov. Kathy … more
Cooper’s Trade topic of event at Irish Cultural Center on Friday
UTICA — The Irish Cultural Center of the Mohawk Valley, 623 Columbia St., Utica, will host The Cooper’s Trade, where attendees will learn how wooden buckets and casks were made before modern … more
READY TO RECYCLE — The buttery remains of this year’s State Fair butter sculpture are processed for a biodigester which will turn the former attraction into energy. The sculpture will produce enough energy to run a home for about three days.
Sizzling end for State Fair’s popular butter sculpture
SYRACUSE — The 53rd Annual New York State Fair has come and gone — and so too has the 800-pound butter sculpture. While the sculpture can’t be used on toast, it isn’t going to waste. The … more
BIOBLITZ — Youngsters learn about local lake life during a past BioBlitz in Cazenovia in this file photo from Cazenovia College. Students and faculty at the college have organized a host of activities geared to help people of all ages learn more about the ecosystem.
‘BioBlitz’ offers hands-on learning about plants, critters
CAZENOVIA — “BioBlitz,” an event hosted by Cazenovia College and presented at Lakeland Park in the village, will offer people of all ages the opportunity to learn about local fish, amphibians, … more
PUMPKINS AT CACKLEBERRY CASTLE — Will’s Cackleberry Castle Pumpkin Farm gets a crop of pumpkins out and ready for customers. Will’s Cackleberry Castle Pumpkin Farm is located at 1175 Hillsboro Road in Camden.
Growers look forward to fall
With the first day of autumn right around the corner, local farms and growers are preparing for fall — and all of the festivities that come with it. They are also hopeful to be done with the … more
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State, local COVID-19 positivity rates inch upward
On Wednesday, Gov. Kathy Hochul’s office announced there were 3,851 new positive COVID-19 cases — and 31 COVID-19-related deaths — across New York on Tuesday, and that the statewide seven-day … more
Gas prices up a nickel
UTICA — Motorists who were hoping to see gas prices begin to drop like leaves this fall may have to wait a little longer. The average gas price across New York is up five cents from last week, … more
MAKING THEIR OPPOSITION KNOWN — Signs opposed to a proposed pink granite quarry near White Lake dot the lawns of residents in the Forestport community with several residents speaking against the project at a virtual public hearing held last Thursday.
White Lake residents, study air concerns over quarry in virtual public hearing
FORESTPORT — Several area residents, as well as a study commissioned by the Adirondack White Lake Association, aired concerns about the application for a pink granite quarry during a virtual … more
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Tenney applauds Texas for new election law
WASHINGTON, D.C. — Rep. Claudia L. Tenney, R-22, New Hartford, hailed Texas Gov. Greg Abbott and the Texas state legislature for the passage of legislation regarding elections. Abbott signed … more
REMEMBERING AT HOLIDAY TIME — Steve Mercurio and Joe Maurer, of the Greater Rome-Utica Chapter of the Military Officers Assn. of America, assisted by Bob Allers, left, a continental artilleryman re-enactor, salute after placing a wreath at the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier at the corner of North James and West Liberty streets in Rome in this December 2020 file photo. The MOAA organizes the annual Wreaths Across America observances in the area which remember deceased veterans during the holidays.
Wreaths Across America holds national flag waving effort
COLUMBIA FALLS, MAINE — Americans from across the country joined the nonprofit Wreaths Across America organization to wave American flags in remembrance of the 20th Anniversary of the September … more
Greater Utica Chamber accepting nominations for awards
UTICA — The Greater Utica Chamber of Commerce is accepting nominations for its 2021 “Business of the Year Awards.” The Business of the Year Awards honor companies/organizations for staying … more
COVID-19 seven-day average positivity rate for NY measures 3.27%
On Tuesday, Gov. Kathy Hocul’s office released that the COVID-19 seven-day average positivity rate measures 3.27% across the state and that there were 35 COVID-19-related deaths reported in New … more
COMING OUT OF ITS SHELL — An Indian star tortoise is hardly afraid of the limelight, or a group of children participating in a recent Utica Zoomobile program with the Western Town Library held at the town park. The program, made possible with a grant from Stewart’s Shops, brought children up close to several animals.
Donation from Stewart’s helps Western Town Library engage youth
WESTERNVILLE — The Western Town Library recently received a $550 donation from the Stewart’s Holiday Match program. The funds are designated to be used for children under 18 years of age in the … more
Bicyclist hopes to raise awareness of organ transplants
Mark Scotch, 65, from Plover, Wis., once again is hitting “The Organ Trail,” cycling his way to promote kidney disease, living donor awareness, and post-donation functionality, this time with a … more
Shredding events scheduled for Madison County residents
CANASTOTA — The Madison County Department of Solid Waste will host two document shredding events for Madison County residents. The Department of Solid Waste invites residents to attend either … more
9/11 memorial ceremony Saturday night in Sherrill
SHERRILL — The Sherrill Merchants Association will hold a 20th anniversary memorial ceremony for the Sept. 11, 2001, terrorist attacks at 7 p.m. on Saturday, Sept. 11, at Riley-Mumford Park, 377 … more
MVHS to receive $1M FEMA grant
The Federal Emergency Management Agency has approved a $1,005,332.72 grant from the Disaster Relief Fund for the Mohawk Valley Health System, according to an announcement from Rep. Claudia L. Tenney, … more
HELPING VICTIMS OF ABUSE — Dianne Stancato, CEO of the YWCA Mohawk Valley, shown in this 2019 file photo, has announced the launch of the agency's Purple Ribbon Campaign, a fundraiser that provides support for programs and services to aid victims of domestic violence, including such crisis services as emergency shelters, transitional housing, counseling, advocacy and 24-hour hotlines, among others.
Purple Ribbon Campaign helps fund services for domestic violence victims
UTICA — The YWCA Mohawk Valley will hold its annual Purple Ribbon Campaign throughout October to bring attention to National Domestic Violence Awareness Month. After minimizing the fundraiser in … more
Parkway Center to hold 9/11 Day of Service event
UTICA — The Parkway Center will host a volunteer project for the September 11 National Day of Service and Remembrance. The Day of Service, officials say, is a chance to help others in tribute to … more
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