A proposed 5% MVWA water-rate increase goes to a public hearing October 14. Here is what households should know and how to comment.

Ilion moved its October 13 board meeting to October 19 as its proposed large-electric-load moratorium and Remington site redevelopment remain under discussion.

Haunted railbike rides return to Thendara Oct. 17, 23, 24 and 30, supporting Adirondack students. See family times and tickets.

Utica Zoo Spooktacular returns Oct. 17–18 with 13 treat stations. Check admission, $5 treat cards, costumes and free shuttles.

Your vote is your voice. A friendly, nonpartisan guide to registering in New York, finding local help, understanding your rights and making a voting plan.

Find 2026 early voting locations, hours and registration deadlines for Oneida, Madison and Herkimer counties before Election Day on November 3.

A free Syracuse immigration enforcement forum on Oct. 17 will examine facts, narratives and the effects of federal enforcement in Upstate New York.

Operation Christmas Child collection week is November 16–23. Learn where to check Mohawk Valley drop-off sites, what to pack and which items are prohibited.

The Boilermaker Charity Bib Program is accepting 2027 applications through Nov. 20 from nonprofits in Oneida, Herkimer, Madison and Onondaga counties.