Michelle Laguerre
Mohawk Valley November Blood Drives: Dates, Sites and Donor Guide
Twenty-one Mohawk Valley blood drives are scheduled Nov. 2–14 across Oneida, Herkimer and Madison counties. See locations and donor guidance.
New York Mail Voting Deadline Nears: How to Make Your Ballot Count
New York’s mail ballot application deadline is October 24. Learn how to apply, return and track your ballot before Election Day.
Yorkville Women Build Nearly 40 Beds for Children
Around 100 women helped build nearly 40 beds at Yorkville's first Ladies of Lumber event. Here is how neighbors can volunteer, donate bedding or request a bed.
Coats for Kids Drive Will Help Utica and Rome Students Stay Warm
Steet Ponte’s ninth annual Coats for Kids drive is collecting new winter clothing through Nov. 2, building on 1,425 items donated last year.
Rome Surprise from Santa Signups Open Through Nov. 8
Rome Rescue Mission’s free Surprise from Santa program is accepting applications from City of Rome families through Nov. 8, 2026.
Black Voting Power Faces New Test as District Lines Shift in 2026
New reporting examines Black representation after a Supreme Court ruling. What the debate means as New York early voting nears.
Jeffrey Siegel Brings Brahms to Munson for October 24 Concert
Jeffrey Siegel brings Brahms to Munson at 2 p.m. October 24, with Hungarian Dances, Waltzes, a rhapsody and Intermezzi on the program.
Rattlin’ Bog to Play Free MVCC Rome Concert Oct. 19
Rattlin’ Bog performs at 12:30 p.m. Oct. 19 in Festine Auditorium at MVCC’s Rome campus. The Music Mondays concert is free and open to the public.
Black Panthers at 60: The Community Care Legacy Still Serving Families
The Black Panther Party turns 60 as Oakland marks its history. Its clinics and food programs offer lessons in community care.
Utica Abolition History Day Returns to Hope Chapel on October 21
Utica's Abolition History Day returns Oct. 21 at Hope Chapel, marking 191 years since a mob disrupted an anti-slavery gathering.