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MVCC to host STEM Fest, providing fun opportunities for hands-on learning
Mohawk Valley Community College will host its annual STEM Fest, a celebration of Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics for all ages, from 9:30 a.m....
‘Turtle Island’ festival planning will be focus of next ‘America250 Conversation’
NORWICH — The Chenango County Historical Society (CCHS) and the Chenango County Historian’s Office are looking forward to this summer’s collaborative “Turtle Island” festival,...
JOHN W. MANNION (NY-22) SECURES $2 MILLION for St. Lukes Campus
UTICA, NY — Representative John W. Mannion (NY-22) today announced $2 million in federal funding to support the next phase of the redevelopment of the former St. Luke’s Hospital campus, a...
Utica University’s Films on Thursday Series Shows The Academy Award Winning Movie Flow
UTICA — Utica University’s free Films on Thursday series continues on Thursday, March 5 at 7:00pm with the Academy Award winning animated movie, Flow.
After a...
Oneida County Announces Car Seat Safety Events
The Oneida County Health Department announced car seat safety events that will be co-hosted with the Sheriff’s Office.
The events will take place at the following locations and times:
Deerfield...
Rome Rescue Mission to Celebrate Easter
Rome, NY – The Rome Rescue Mission invites the community for an Easter Celebration this Easter; Sunday, April 5th from 9AM – 2PM....
JOHN W. MANNION JOINS COUNTY EXECUTIVE ANTHONY PICENTE AND LOCAL LEADERS TO ANNOUNCE NEW FUNDING
UTICA, NY – Representative John W. Mannion (NY-22) will join Oneida County Executive Anthony Picente and local leaders to announce new federal funding and next steps for the redevelopment of the former St. Luke’s...
Ilion Little Theater to hold Auditions
ILION, N.Y. — In honor of the upcoming United States Semiquincentennial, the Ilion Little Theatre is seeking local talent for a special variety show...
STATEMENT FROM REPRESENTATIVE MANNION (NY-22) ON MILITARY ACTION AGAINST IRAN
SYRACUSE, NY – Representative John W. Mannion (NY-22) today released the following statement on the U.S. military action against Iran:
“Donald Trump's war of choice is...
American Red Cross Aids Three After Sherrill Fire
UTICA, NY (FEBRUARY 27, 2026) - Volunteers from the Central and Northern New York Chapter of the American Red Cross provided immediate emergency aid to...
‘Chenango County’s Better Half — The Life and Works of Randy Glasbergen’ opens CCHS season
NORWICH, N.Y. – The Chenango County Historical Society (CCHS) launches the 2026 museum season with extended Friday hours from 4–6 p.m. on March 6. The...
CHL: Artist, Activist, and Cultural Visionary Honored at YGB Awards
Born in Washington, D.C., in 1951, Cassandra Harris-Lockwood’s life has been a vibrant tapestry of music, theater, the natural world, healing and community activism....
STATEMENT FROM REPRESENTATIVE MANNION (NY-22) ON SUCCESSFUL EFFORT TO STOP NEW VA RULE
WASHINGTON, D.C. – Representative John W. Mannion (NY-22) today released the following statement on the successful effort to stop a new Department of Veterans Affairs rule that would have immediately reduced benefits for thousands...
Fighting to lower utility bills
By New York State Senator Joseph A. Griffo, R-C-Rome, 53rd District
New Yorkers are currently weathering some of the highest energy rates in the nation....
Griffo calls on governor to return surplus NYSERDA funding
As part of his continued efforts to provide relief to New Yorkers struggling with soaring utility bills, New York State Sen. Joseph Griffo is...
Buttenschon Attends Joint Small Business Hearing
Albany, NY – Today, as Chair of the Committee on Small Business, Assemblywoman Marianne Buttenschon (D-119) participated in the New York State Assembly Joint...
CCHS granted strategic planning assistance from Documentary Heritage & Preservation Services
NORWICH, N.Y. – The Chenango County Historical Society (CCHS) has been selected to receive strategic planning assistance through the Documentary Heritage and Preservation Services...
YMCA, MVCC, Oneida Health, and The KEYS Program Partner to Support Youth Cancer Survivors
ROME AND ONEIDA, NY — The YMCA of the Greater Tri-Valley is proud to announce a collaborative benefit concert to celebrate cancer survivorship and...