Utica Mayoral Forum – September 19, 2023 at MVCC
by Natalie Williams
The Mayoral Candidates: Celeste Friend, Mike Galime, and Bob Cardillo were at the podium; and addressed many issues facing our city.
Among the topics covered were: Dormant Properties, Diversity in Professional Development, What they might do with...
Counties to Convene in Oneida County for Annual Fall Seminar
For the first time in its 98-year history, the New York State Association of Counties (NYSAC) is hosting its annual Fall Seminar in Oneida County. More than 700 attendees are expected to gather at...
Time’s Ticking Congressman Williams
From Sarah Reeske
September 30th is the date to circle in red marker on the calendar if you’re paying attention to NY22, Rep. Brandon Williams. It is the last day of the federal government’s fiscal...
Utica’s Hunger Games; Will indifference, incompetence, or inattention cost Cornhill its community garden?
How Utica's inner city minority community is fighting to save its decades-old neighborhood green space from an out-of-town developer who surreptitiously acquired the land from the county
by Ron Klopfanstein
On September 7th, 2022, Cassandra Harris...
Carbone Announces Candidacy for Oneida County Comptroller
Brings Decades of Executive, Financial, Legal Experience
New Hartford, NY - Enessa Carbone announced her candidacy for Oneida County Comptroller today, citing her experience and desire to contribute to the growth and prosperity of Oneida...
WHERE’S WILLIAMS? Constituents Deliver Balloon Bouquet to Unprepared Congressman’s Utica Office
Utica, NY: On January 9th, 2023, 7 members of Indivisible Mohawk Valley brought a large balloon bouquet as a welcome gift to Congressman Williams’ Utica office with their list of demands from him now...
Sen. Griffo Weekly Column: Griffo Urges Common Sense Energy Policies
New York State Sen. Joseph Griffo, R-I-C-Rome, today reiterated calls for common-sense energy policies, following the release of the Climate Action Council’s (CAC) Final “Scoping Plan.” This flawed energy agenda could have devastating consequences...
Sen. Griffo Weekly Column: ‘If You Shop Online During the Holidays, Be Careful and...
By New York State Senator Joseph A. Griffo, R-Rome, 47th District
Many people shop online during the holiday season. While this option is more convenient for some, there also are risks involved with this activity.
There are...
State: Attorney General James Issues Voter Protection Guidance Ahead of November Election
NEW YORK – New York Attorney General Letitia James issued guidance to local Boards of Election (BOEs) and law enforcement agencies on how to combat voter intimidation and ensure voters’ rights are protected leading...
State Sen. Joseph Griffo Weekly Column: A Library Card Can Open Up the World...
By New York State Senator Joseph A. Griffo, R-Rome, 47th District
Local public libraries play a critically important role as centers of learning, culture and civic activity.
These institutions have continued to adapt and expand...