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On Point for College Utica Honors Students, Alumni and Community Leaders at 2026 Celebration

Local News Michelle Laguerre -
On Point for College’s 2026 Utica Celebration drew 230 guests and honored alumni, educators and community partners at Hart’s Hill Inn.

MVCC to host virtual information sessions on new Dental Hygiene program

Community Update Cassandra Harris-Lockwood -
Mohawk Valley Community College will host a series of virtual information sessions for those interested in its new Dental...

Madison County Fires Displace Nine; Red Cross Provides Family Aid

Local News Michelle Laguerre -
Nine Madison County residents received Red Cross aid after separate fires in Canastota and Morrisville. Here is what families should know.

Nancy Ketz to Present Updated MVILR Speaker Program Nov. 10 in Rome

#1 Featured Story Michelle Laguerre -
Nancy Ketz presents The Road Less Traveled Nov. 10 at MVCC Rome. The free MVILR talk replaces Philip Bean’s program.

Mohawk Valley Police Academy Graduation

Local News Cassandra Harris-Lockwood -
There are new Police Officers that are graduating from the Mohawk Valley Police Academy today.  The class 2026-2 started...

Ginny Donohue to Receive Prestigious National DAR Education Medal

Local News Cassandra Harris-Lockwood -
On Point for College Founder Ginny Donohue to Receive Prestigious National DAR Education Medal at Utica Celebration on Nov. 12 Mary...

Gen Z and Millennials are avoiding phone calls; it’s causing them anxiety and stress

Community Cassandra Harris-Lockwood -
By Holly Mason <Holly.Mason@bravebison.com>   Phone call anxiety is becoming an increasingly common experience, with Google searches soaring 3547% this last...

MVCC Opens Dental Hygiene Degree in Rome for Spring 2027

Education Michelle Laguerre -
MVCC's new two-year dental hygiene degree brings clinical training to Rome. Virtual sessions explain selective admissions for prospective students.

Phoenix News to Know: Hospital Visits, Recycling and Giving | Nov. 3 Afternoon

Local News David Laguerre -
Wynn visitor rules, Little Falls electronics pickup, Feed Our Vets donations and a Whitesboro poverty symposium lead today's local briefs.

Will Clinton Become the Center of a Regional Waste-Processing Business?

Local News Cassandra Harris-Lockwood -
By Karen Scott Clinton Wastewater / Estian Partners The basic issue Clinton has an aging wastewater treatment plant that needs ongoing upgrades...

Steet Ponte Thanksgiving Food Drive Supports Two Local Pantries

Local News David Laguerre -
Steet Ponte’s Nov. 3–23 food drive collects nonperishable donations for Hope House in Utica and the Frankfort–Ilion Food Pantry.

Excellus Support Helps Utica Royalties Stock Free Hygiene Pantry

Local News Michelle Laguerre -
Excellus support helps Utica Royalties replenish free hygiene supplies. Oneida County families should call for distribution details.

Utica University Midterm Panel: Civic Action Beyond Election Day

Local News Michelle Laguerre -
A Utica University forum examined control of Congress, voting rights and how Mohawk Valley residents can stay involved after Election Day.

Phoenix News to Know: Voting and Local Help | November 3, 2026 Morning Edition

Local News David Laguerre -
Election Day hours, Ilion food orders, Utica hygiene supplies and an Old Forge hearing lead the November 3 morning briefing.

Hundreds of Student Thank-You Cards Reach Mohawk Valley Veterans

Local News David Laguerre -
Buttenschon’s office reports hundreds of student-made cards delivered to Mohawk Valley veterans through its seventh annual drive.
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