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Business & Development

Downtown Revitalization Funding Opens for New York Communities

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Wrestling

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Arts & Entertainment

Herkimer County Community College’s Phaethon Earns Regional Honors in Literary Magazine Competition

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Education

Rome’s Portrait of a Graduate: What Families Need to Know

Advocacy

Assemblywoman Marianne Buttenschon Launches Her 2026 “Cards for Vets Initiative”

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Arts & Entertainment

Hamilton College Presents Gesualdo Six Vocal Ensemble Nov. 13

Advocacy

ASSEMBLY CANDIDATE JON LIPE ANNOUNCES SEVENTH AND FINAL TOWN HALL MEETING OF CAMPAIGN

Advocacy

Assemblywoman Marianne Buttenschon, in partnership with AAA Northeast, will host First Responder Appreciation Day

Art

The Remsen Arts Center presents Loren & LJ live concert on Saturday, November 14th

Dancy's Corner - 3 days ago

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Education

Utica CTE Open House Connects Families With 12 Career Pathways

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Arts & Entertainment

John Legend Releases Muse, a New Album Produced by Pharrell Williams

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Arts & Entertainment

Weekend Box Office: Clayface Wins, Street Fighter Drops

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Politics

Hochul and Blakeman Sharpen Cost Pitches as Early Voting Opens

David Laguerre - 5 days ago

October 22 Mannion and Beatty letter beside three questions about the Harriet Tubman $20 redesign, spending and next steps.

Black Perspective

Mannion presses Treasury for answers on Harriet Tubman $20 bill

Advocacy

Farm-to-School Workshop Held in Oswego County

Advocacy

REPRESENTATIVE MANNION HELPS SECURE $3.1 MILLION FOR RAIL UPGRADES IN CORTLAND COUNTY

Good News

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Good News

Community Gives College Students a Fuller Pantry and More Hope

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Good News

After 34 Days Lost in Yellowstone, Luna Finds Her Way Back...

David Laguerre - October 29, 2026 0

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Good News

Jones Elementary Turns Halloween Fun Into a Community Gathering

Michelle LaGuerre - October 29, 2026 0

Local News

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Local News

Helpful Harvest Awards Over $149,000 as Winter Needs Approach

Michelle LaGuerre - 8 hours ago 0

The Community Foundation reports over $149,000 in Helpful Harvest awards, with Herkimer County grant applications opening Nov. 1.

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Local News

Newport Residents Invited to Review Road Repairs Planned for 2027–28

Michelle LaGuerre - 9 hours ago 0

A Nov. 12 workshop will review Newport road designs, drainage and possible construction schedules. Work remains subject to funding.

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Local News

Madison County Plans Green Lights for Veterans Nov. 4–11

David Laguerre - 9 hours ago 0

Madison County will light its courthouse green Nov. 4–11 for veterans. Here’s how residents can participate and find local benefits assistance.

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Local News

Flags for Heroes Ceremony Set for Nov. 7 in Utica

David Laguerre - 10 hours ago 0

Utica’s Flags for Heroes display runs Nov. 3–11, with a Nov. 7 recognition ceremony supporting Sitrin’s Military Program.

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Local News

E-Bike Battery Safety: New York Issues Fire Warning

David Laguerre - 10 hours ago 0

New York’s latest e-bike battery warning follows a deadly fire. Here are safer charging steps and local recycling options for Mohawk Valley riders.

Mohawk Valley first responder honorees and officials gathered for First Responders Appreciation Day in Utica

Local News

Mohawk Valley First Responder Honorees: 23 Recognized in Utica

David Laguerre - 10 hours ago 0

Twenty-three Mohawk Valley firefighters, police officers, emergency medical professionals and correctional employees were honored in Utica for lifesaving work, leadership and community service.

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Local News

Herkimer BOCES Opens Free Nursing Admissions Prep Ahead of Nov. 9...

Michelle LaGuerre - 10 hours ago 0

Free nursing entrance-test review begins Nov. 6 in Herkimer, with a Nov. 9 open house for adults considering the next BOCES LPN classes.

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Local News

Halloween Pumpkin Patrol Marks 50 Years of Protecting NY Drivers

Michelle LaGuerre - 1 day ago 0

New York State Police mark 50 years of Pumpkin Patrol, protecting Thruway drivers from dangerous Halloween pranks.

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Local News

MVCC Sets Veterans Day Admissions Sessions in Utica for Nov. 11

Michelle LaGuerre - 2 days ago 0

Prospective students and families can choose a morning or afternoon session at MVCC’s Utica Campus on Nov. 11, with an admissions presentation and campus tour.

Earlier Local News

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Local News

New York Poll-Site Rules: Armed Officers, Monitors and Voter Rights

Michelle LaGuerre - October 27, 2026 0

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Local News

Mannion Backs Bill to Block Russian Diesel Deal, Support Ukraine

Michelle LaGuerre - October 27, 2026 0

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Local News

New York Survivor Protection Laws Expand Privacy and Hotel Rules

David Laguerre - October 27, 2026 0

Cards for Vets 2026 conceptual illustration of Mohawk Valley students making thank-you cards for military veterans

Local News

Cards for Vets 2026: How Mohawk Valley Schools Can Take Part

David Laguerre - October 27, 2026 0

Proposed affordable and supportive housing at the Mohawk Valley Psychiatric Center campus in Utica

Local News

Utica Psychiatric Campus Housing Plan Seeks 150 Homes

David Laguerre - October 26, 2026 0

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Local News

Utica Honors Black Heroes of Underground Railroad at Abolition History Day

Michelle LaGuerre - October 26, 2026 0

Black Perspective

NAACP Asthma Report Puts Black Families’ Air Quality in Focus

October 29, 2026

Keisha Lance Bottoms’ Governor Bid Puts a Historic Barrier in Focus

October 29, 2026

Nordstrom Bars Charles Kellam After Profiling Complaint, Letter Says

October 28, 2026

Op-Ed: Fair Hiring Must Survive the Federal Contractor Rollback

October 28, 2026

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Things to Do

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In Case You Missed It

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Crime & Justice

State Police Seek More Victims in Larceny Inquiry Involving Peru Man

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NYC

NYC SNAP and Medicaid Tool Helps Residents Check New Work Rules

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Wrestling

The Late Bell: Three Women’s Matches Lead Raw, AEW Adds Stardom...

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New York News

Binghamton Emergency Department Expansion Gets $26M

David Laguerre - October 22, 2026 0

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State News

Jamil Wilson Tribute Lowers New York Flags to Half-Staff Friday

David Laguerre - 2 hours ago 0

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Local News

New Hartford Firefighters Gain Benevolent Association Under New Law

David Laguerre - 2 days ago 0

CNY & Regional News

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CNY News

Mannion Announces $3.1 Million for Cortland County Rail Upgrades

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Regional News

Flat Creek Solar Developer Explains Withdrawal of 300-MW Mohawk Valley Project

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Regional News

Five Arrested in Erie County Online Child Exploitation Operation

Regional News

Trenton Pedestrian Killed on Route 12 Identified as 56-Year-Old Resident

Regional News

Kingston Police Officer Hospitalized After Being Struck by Car

Phoenix Daily Living

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Phoenix Daily Living

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Wrestling

The Late Bell: TNA Title Night, Crown Jewel Venue Report Emerges

October 29, 2026

Morning Bell: Queen Aminata Crowned as Dynamite Delivers

October 29, 2026

Science & Technology

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Science and Technology

State News

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National News

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National News

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