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Law firm launches animal rescue campaign
The William Mattar law offices has kicked off its annual Rescue a Shelter Animal campaign, which seeks to raise awareness and support for area shelters and the animals they serve. more
A display of pumpkins prepared for Halloween welcomes visitors at the Denver Zoo Tuesday, Oct. 18, in Denver. Consider composting pumpkins in the garden, donating them to community gardens, farms or even a zoo, or simply leaving them as a snack for backyard wildlife.
COLUMN: Pumpkins can be composted, donated to farms, fed to wildlife
Hold off before throwing that porch pumpkin into the trash along with Halloween candy wrappers. Those jack-o’-lanterns don’t have to end up in the local landfill. Consider composting pumpkins in … more
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Virtual hike challenge to promote hemlock tree health
While virtual exercise events have become popular over the last few years to encourage outdoor time and activity during winter months, one challenge adds a unique environmental twist. more

Western Historical Society to host presentation on hops
The Town of Western Historical Society will host the presentation, CNY Hops, Birth, Death and Rebirth of an Agricultural Industry by Madison County Historian Matthew Urtz. more
Holiday bazaar at St. John’s Lutheran Church
St. John’s Lutheran Church, 502 W. Chestnut St., will host its annual holiday bazaar from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Saturday, Nov. 5. more
Patrons look over an array of holiday ornaments and handcrafted decorations in this view from the outside, looking into the Rome Art and Community Center, 308 W. Bloomfield St., during a past Holiday House gala.
Dozens of artisans featured at RACC’s annual Holiday House
Birch Wealth Management will sponsor Rome Art and Community Center’s Holiday House Ladies Night, to be held 6-9 p.m. Friday, Nov. 18 at the art center, 308 W. Bloomfield St. more
The AAA Foundation for Traffic Safety’s American Driving Survey quantifies daily driving habits in the U.S., and its most recent survey reveals some interesting trends: that 20– to 34-year-old drivers and those who are not college-educated drove longer distances and logged the most daily miles in 2020 and 2021 because they likely had limited work-from-home options.
Recent high graduates drove most during height of pandemic
The AAA Foundation for Traffic Safety’s American Driving Survey quantifies daily driving habits in the U.S., and its most recent survey reveals some interesting trends. more
Lucy is 2-year-old shy kitty who lives in the community room with other cats, but would love to find a quiet home and family of her own. If you would like to meet her, stop by Wanderers’ Rest Humane Association, 7138 Sutherland Drive, Canastota, or give them a call at 315-697-2796.
PICK A PET: Lucy, Sebastian and Lucy
These local pets are looking for a forever home. more
A cluster of crocus bulbs blossom in Zelienople, Pennsylvania. The most commonly found forced bulbs include amaryllis and paper-white narcissus.
COLUMN: Try forcing bulbs indoors
Forcing is the term used to describe a process that stimulates flower bulbs to bloom out of season. Forcing bulbs at home is a fun way to enjoy flowers indoors during the winter months. more
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This October image provided by Jessica Damiano shows perennial chrysanthemums planted directly in a garden bed on Long Island, N.Y.
COLUMN: Mums are perennials you can hold onto
Signs of autumn are most apparent in colder climates, where fall foliage sets the landscape ablaze. more
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Town of New Hartford highway department crews have begun to replace outdated drainage facilities to improve the water flow in the area of Wedgewood and Tanglewood roads.
SNAPSHOT: Storm drainage upgrade in New Hartford
Town of New Hartford highway department crews have begun to replace outdated drainage facilities. more
Sherrill Garden Club to feature presenter in November
Kathy Chiarmonte, from the Clinton Garden Club and board member of District 5 of the Federated Garden Clubs of New York State, will speak about two World Gardening Projects. more
With the Halloween season in full swing, the National Fire Protection Association has some tips and guidelines for keeping your home fire safe even as you celebrate the holiday.
Remember to think about fire safety when decorating, planning Halloween celebrations
With the Halloween season in full swing, the National Fire Protection Association has some tips and guidelines for keeping your home fire safe even as you celebrate the holiday. more
The Belmont Chapel Chandelier, a new product of Meyda Lighting, 55 Oriskany Blvd. in Yorkville, features delicate floral and leaf designs.
Meyda Lighting introduces chandelier design used in a restoration project
A local lighting company has created a chandelier design that is featured in a Rhode Island restoration project. more
Anna is a 2-year-old Catahoula Leopard Dog looking for a new home. Anna was turned in when her owner could not continue caring for her. She is a bit shy with new people, so she may take a minute to warm up, especially with men. She lived with another dog and did okay with her cat testing here. Anna is spayed, current on vaccines, and microchipped. Her adoption fee is $120. If interested, please fill out the application at https://www.anitas-sshs.org/adopt/apply/Dog or stop in to Anita’s Stevens-Swan Humane Society, 5664 Horatio St., Utica, to visit her. 315-738-4357, www.anitas-sshs.org.
PICK A PET: Anna and Bert
These local pets are looking for a family. more
Pumpkin is the easiest vegetable to grow, even for a beginner gardener. It is a tender vegetable meaning the seeds won’t germinate well in cold soil; you don’t want to plant too early in the spring.
COLUMN: It’s the season for pumpkins
Pumpkins are a warm season vegetable grown throughout the United States. Besides being used as jack-o-lanterns, pumpkin is great to eat in pies, breads, butters, soups and more. more
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Center for Family Life and Recovery to host fatherhood training
The Center for Family Life and Recovery will host Kelly Little, an international trainer with a focus on fathers and youth as special populations. more
Fall Rummage and Bake sale starts today in Cleveland
Cleveland United Methodist Church, 73 Bridge St., is hosting their Annual Fall Rummage and Bake Sale today, Oct. 21, from 3 to 7 p.m., and Saturday, Oct. 22, from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. … more
October is one of the most popular times of the year to go camping in New York State, and, experts say, with this popular outdoor activity it is important for campers to know the risks of firewood.
Invasive pests can lurk in firewood
October is one of the most popular times of the year to go camping in New York State, and, experts say, with this popular outdoor activity it is important for campers to know the risks of firewood. more
Costume drive to help area children in need celebrate Halloween
Upstate Family Health Center is collecting new and gently used Halloween costumes for local area children this year at its two main locations. more
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