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A snapping turtle ambles through some grass in this New York State Department of Environmental Conservation file photo. DEC officials are urging motorists to be on the lookout for turtles crossing roadways as the nesting period for the shelled creatures is under way through June.
State to area motorists: Give nesting turtles a brake
The DEC is reminding New Yorkers that thousands of turtles are killed each year by unsuspecting drivers when turtles cross roads to find nesting areas.  more
The U.S. Department of Agriculture, recommends spending more time outdoors and less time in the kitchen this spring.
COLUMN: Spend more time outdoors; less time in the kitchen
I heard you loud and clear! You told me as soon as the weather gets warmer, you cannot wait to resume some outdoor activities. How about enjoying the sunshine outside, and eating nutritiously without … more
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Equitable food access that prioritizes local fresh food allows people to live full and healthy lives, strengthens community and regional development, and makes communities more resilient to economic shock, the Mohawk Valley Economic Development District, Inc., noted recently.
Several agencies join together for public survey on food availability in Herkimer County, Adirondacks
MOHAWK — Access to fresh, local, affordable food is an integral part of healthy and thriving communities. Residents in the Adirondack park know this all too well, and have struggled to easily … more
MVCAA announcing Family Enrichment trips
Mohawk Valley Community Action Agency, Inc. (MVCAA) has announced three upcoming Family Enrichment trips. These trips, designed for families with children under the age of twelve, will supply … more
CELEBRATING SERVICE The city of Utica recognized the work of The Central New York Conservancy and it's 20 years of dedication to perserving and beautifying Utica's Olmstead designed parks. To commemorate, local officials planted a tree for Arbor Day and presented the Conservancy with a certificate of recognition. Pictured: Dave Short, left, Kirk Evans, Gina Pearce, Mayor Robert Palmieri, Terry Hawkridge, and Assemblywoman Marianne Buttenschon
Utica Recognizes CNY Conservancy's 20 Years of Service
UTICA — The Central New York Conservancy, a non-profit agency dedicated to preserving and beautifying Utica’s Olmsted-designed parks while promoting maximum use for all, celebrated its 20th … more
MEET ME! — A 4-H youth participant shows off his calf in this file photo. A host of friendly animals and Mother’s Day crafts will be featured family fun on 4-H Clover Day, Saturday, May 7, at Runnings in Rome.
4-H event to bring family fun, and Mother’s Day crafts
ROME — A host of friendly animals and Mother’s Day crafts will be featured family fun on 4-H Clover Day, between 11 a.m. and 2 p.m. Saturday, May 7, at Runnings in Rome. Oneida County 4-H youth … more
AVIAN FLU SPREADING — An adult bald eagle is shown with three eaglets in the nest in Floyd in this file photo. State Department of Environmental Conservation officials warn that the avian flu is spreading across much of New York among birds of prey, such as eagles, waterfowl and other bird species.
Avian Flu spreading among wild bird populations
The Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza (HPAI) virus has been detected in multiple wild bird species across New York, the Department of Environmental Conservation has announced. While no known human … more
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Lewis County Cooperative Extension event to highlight American Foulbrood Disease
LOWVILLE — Cornell Cooperative Extension of Lewis County will host a presentation on American Foulbrood Disease — a highly contagious disease among bees — from 6 to 8 p.m. on Tuesday, June 21, … more
UNIQUE FIND — Rome City Schools students, along with parents and adult volunteers, participated in the Rome Canal Cleanup Sunday. This shows the recovery of half of a very rusted 10-speed bicycle.
SNAPSHOT: Rome Canal Cleanup event held
ROME — Several Rome City Schools students participated in the Rome Canal Cleanup event held Sunday, April 24. Approximately 60 students and adults helped clean-up trash at Bellamy Park, the Erie … more
THROUGH THE GRAPEVINE — Holly Wise, of Cornell Cooperative Extension of Oneida County, looks over some grapevines in the gardens on the agency’s property off of Second Street in Oriskany. Gardening has experienced a boom in growth since the start of the COVID-19 pandemic with no signs of slowing.
Gardening grows in popularity, notes local master gardener
The desire to grow plants may be its strongest during the first days of spring. The grass is greener, the air is warmer, and tending to a flower or bell pepper sounds like a hobby that just needs … more
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Spring youth turkey weekend is this weekend, April 23-24 — and the regular season arrives shortly after, from May 1-31. There are some important things to know before heading out into the wilderness in search of a turkey to harvest.
OUTDOOR COLUMN: Try turkey hunting this year
It’s a good year to try something new. Turkey hunting can challenge even the seasoned hunter, plus it is a great excuse to get up early and get outside. Spring youth turkey weekend is quickly … more
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Orders still accepted for Hospice & Palliative Care ‘Blooms of Hope’ fundraiser
NEW HARTFORD — Hospice & Palliative Care is still taking orders for its “Blooms of Hope” Hanging Basket Flower Sale. People can purchase vouchers for 10-inch and 12-inch hanging baskets and … more
Off The Muck Market announces collaboration with Grindstone Farm
CANASTOTA — When local organic farming leader, Grindstone Farm, of Pulaski, reached out to Off the Much Market out about working together, the Canastota-based fresh food delivery service jumped at … more
Off the Muck Market partners with heart health program
CANASTOTA — Following results from the fall, Off The Muck Market has once again partnered with the Upstate Heart Failure Program in order to provide heart failure patients and their families with … more
HORSE SENSE — Senior 4-H members Selby Young, Jacob Buck, Lanelle Vile, and Alyssa Buck represented Oneida County in the recent 4-H Horse Bowl. The team placed fourth overall out of nine teams.
Oneida County 4-H youth place 4th in state Horse Bowl Contest
Four 4-H youth earned the privilege of representing Oneida County at the New York State 4-H Horse Bowl Contest, which took place Saturday, April 9, at Cornell University. Competing against teams from … more
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Rudolph joins team at Inserra’s Flooring Outlet
MARCY — Sal Inserra, of Inserra’s Flooring Outlet in the Marcy Town Plaza, 9220 Route 49, has announced Sam Rudolph has joined the staff of the 21-year-old business as business manager. Rudolph … more
Organizers set to launch Clinton/Kirkland Clean Energy Campaign
CLINTON — The Clinton/Kirkland Climate Smart Task Force, the Village of Clinton, and the Town of Kirkland, will launch the Clinton/Kirkland Clean Energy Campaign during an event at Kirkland Town … more
GROWING IN POPULARITY — Agricultural Literacy Week book selection "Will Allen and the Growing Table" is presented to Cindy McVoy, Holland Patent Librarian, left, by New York Farm Bureau President David Fisher, center, along with Oneida County Farm Bureau member Benjamin Simons.
Oneida County Farm Bureau marks Agriculture Literacy Week
Each year, classrooms and libraries across the state highlight agriculture with Agricultural Literacy Week. Now in its 18th year, Agricultural Literacy Week, which was celebrated March 21-25 this … more
Mary Hunt
COLUMN: Surprisingly useful ways to use dryer sheets around the house
Apparently, I’m a slow learner. I can’t think of another reason it took years to associate my sons’ and husband’s itchy skin problems with the dryer sheets I used. While we didn’t … more
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Hukelkultur bed — A layer of sticks and branches in a free-standing Hukelkultur bed during its construction.
COLUMN: Hugelkultur — A different approach to raised beds, mounds
I don’t have a giant property, so I strategize to get the most use of the garden I have, and that includes planting vegetables and herbs in raised beds and containers. I’ve been growing edibles … more
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