The Community Foundation of Herkimer and Oneida Counties and the Lead-Free Mohawk Valley Coalition partners are marking the fifth year of a community-wide commitment to reduce high rates of childhood lead poisoning in Oneida and Herkimer counties. In April 2016, the Community Foundation launched the effort with sustained funding. To date, $6 million has been…
The Mohawk Valley Health System (MVHS) has open vaccination appointments for Thursday, April 8, 2021, at its vaccination POD located in the MVHS Burrstone House, 1710 Burrstone Road, New Hartford. Per an announcement from NYS Governor Andrew Cuomo, those 16 years of age and older can now be vaccinated. The POD is open from…
Utica Bagels’ signature Utica Greens Bagels is now available as an upgrade to Cliff’s Local Market’s (already amazing) signature breakfast sandwich from now until the end of May! Experience our signature bagel today! Nearly a ¼ cup of real Utica Greens in every bagel. No meat and just the right heat! You can…
CARES ACT, Independent Living (IL) Fund provides pandemic related financial assistance for independent living services/supplies/equipment, when no other funding can be found. Living Independently is For Everyone at RCIL (LIFE at RCIL) is committed to assuring that you have the services and support you need to live independently. Disruptions caused by the Pandemic pose additional and…
Staffworks has an immediate opening for an experienced Billing Clerk for a social services organization located in Utica, NY. The Billing Clerk will be responsible for networking with insurance companies to acquire authorizations and outpatient treatment reports. Additional Responsibilities: Data entry and creation of daily activity sheets Print, review and mail patient bills Assist…
Notably, the demand for health services managers, which incorporates health informaticians, is expected to continue to expand during the next decade. SUNY Poly’s Master of Science in Health Informatics will prepare students for positions in hospitals, government health care agencies, physician groups, health information exchange organizations, and other institutions and businesses focused on managing…
Coming Tuesday, April 13 at 3 PM. Adirondack RR Executive Director Justin Gonyo and ARPS Board Member Vince Sperrazza will on The Disruption Network podcast. Topics will include railbikes, Polar Express, our planned expansion to Tupper Lake, and more. Adirondack Railroad Railbike tickets continue to be on sale, with the season starting May 8th. Adirondack…
Despite the ongoing challenges of the past year, a recent study found that 85% of nonprofit organizations had an increase in volunteerism requests,more than double pre-pandemic levels. Northwestern Mutual’s financial advisors have been no exception, as they continue to serve their communities where support is needed most. To spotlight these efforts, the company, through its…
Wish families, volunteers paying it forward by raising funds, awareness Make-A-Wish Central New York and local supporters gathered today at the Greater Utica Chamber of Commerce to kick off a month-long fundraising campaign called Wish Heroes. The virtual fundraiser takes place throughout April and culminates on World Wish Day, April 29th. The overall goal…
The New York State Department of Health recently updated guidance on visiting hours for hospitals. To align with this new guidance, the Mohawk Valley Health System (MVHS) has adjusted its visitation policy with the changes going into effect on Thursday, April 1, 2021: The new visiting hour guidelines are as follows (changes are…
Staffworks is recruiting for an experienced Payroll Specialist for a nonprofit organization in Utica, NY. The Payroll Specialist will work cross-departmentally to audit and verify all time keeping records of employees’ hours worked as well as any deductions or withholdings required to comply with state and federal law. Essential Functions: Completes all aspects…
Adirondack Railroad Railbike tickets are now on sale, with the season starting May 8th. Adirondack railbikes are a four seat pedal powered vehicle that are designed to allow you to ride and explore sections of the track that are closed off to other traffic, enjoying the beauty of the Adirondacks at a more leisurely…
Resource Center for Independent Living (RCIL) Receives $30,000 Quality of Life Grant From Christopher and Dana Reeve Foundation The Resource Center for Independent Living (RCIL) is proud to announce that it has been awarded $30,000 as part of the Christopher & Dana Reeve Foundation National Paralysis Resource Center (PRC) 2020 High Impact…
The third recipient of the Be A Neighbor Fund from Handshake.City and partners Universal Bookkeeper, Made In Utica and McGrogan Design is Bodywise Pure Pilates, a classical Pilates studio located on Genesee Street in Utica. Bodywise will receive $1,000 a month over three months for $3,000 total. Bodywise Pure Pilates, run by owner Valerie Lopata…
The Utica Children’s Museum is closed as they prepare to move and create a new, state-of-the-art museum experience at the Parkway in Utica, but they are still offering unique programming for our region’s children during Spring Break next week from April 5-10. All offerings are free and pre-registration is required. Programs will be presented via…