The Women’s Fund of Herkimer and Oneida Counties Awards $24,470 to Non-Profit Organizations that Support Women and Girls Annually The Women’s Fund of Herkimer and Oneida Counties awards grants to area nonprofits that have programs which support women and girls. This year $24,470 was awarded to fund programs at Rome Rescue Mission, Project Fibonacci Foundation,…
New York Sash Announces Promotion of Jace Diehl to Bathroom Crew Leader and CAPS Certification Achievement by Design Consultant Kevin Sullivan New York Sash is pleased to announce two significant milestones within its bathroom remodeling team: Jace Diehl has been promoted to Bathroom Crew Leader, and Design Consultant Kevin Sullivan has earned his CAPS (Certified…
Why New York’s Beer Economy Depends on Moderation, Connection and Smart Policy As the president of one of America’s oldest family-owned breweries and one of the largest in New York State, I’ve spent my career watching how beer weaves itself into the fabric of New York communities. For more than a century, breweries like…
Munson receives $25,000 grant from New York State Council on the Arts Munson was recently awarded a grant award totaling $25,000 from the New York State Council on the Arts (NYSCA) to support the arts and culture sector. Through New York State’s continued investment in arts and culture, NYSCA has awarded $80.9 million in…
City of Utica Announces Extended Holiday Hours, Special Events, and Complimentary Skating at the Outdoor Ice Rink The City of Utica announces extended holiday operating hours for the Outdoor Ice Rink on the Parkway, offering residents and visitors additional opportunities to enjoy winter recreation throughout the holiday season. The schedule includes special events, extended…
Healthy Moms, Healthy Babies: How Excellus BCBS Is Fighting Rising Maternal Health Risks Excellus BlueCross BlueShield believes every mother deserves a healthy pregnancy and safe delivery. Complications during childbirth have risen more than 30% nationwide, and according to the Center for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), Black women are three times more likely to die…
Holiday Train Display at The Oneida County History Center The Frankfort United N-Trak (FUNTRAK) Model Railroad Club returns to the Oneida County History Center for its annual holiday exhibition. Come aboard and enjoy the club’s model trains and talk rail history with fellow enthusiasts of all ages. The model trains will be displayed in…
The Good News Foundation Offers The Third Option Relationship Program The Good News Foundation invites individuals and couples to participate in The Third Option, a free, confidential, skills-based relationship program designed to help participants build stronger, healthier, and more fulfilling relationships. The Third Option meets every other Sunday from 6:30 to 8:30 PM (except holidays)…
*NEW Workshop* Kick off 2026 with clarity and purpose! Join us to kick off 2026 with clarity and purpose. You may wonder—how can one workshop truly align your focus with your actions? We asked the same question until we experienced the power of this practice ourselves. In this workshop, you’ll “get to” strip away the…
MMRI Wishes the Community a Safe and Happy Holiday Season! MMRI wishes everyone a safe and happy holiday season. As we reflect on the year, we are grateful for the continued support of our community, whose generosity and dedication help advance groundbreaking biomedical research to enable tomorrow’s cures. This holiday season, we are grateful for…
Week of Monday, December 22, 2025: Dear Chamber Members, As we wrap up another incredible year, we want to extend a heartfelt thank-you to you — our members, partners, and community champions — for your continued support and engagement. From sold-out programs like Experience LeadHERship to new initiatives like Restaurant Week and the National Civics Bee, 2025 was filled…
Fund Established to Support Long-Term Preservation Efforts at Forest Hill Cemetery The Forest Hill Cemetery Preservation Foundation Fund was established at the Community Foundation of Herkimer and Oneida Counties to assist in administering and investing the organization’s charitable assets. Contributions will go towards maintaining, preserving and enhancing the cemetery for generations to come. Forest Hill Cemetery has…
Sip & Sound Raises Funds for CFLR: Local Women Entrepreneurs Blend Mindful Mixology, Sound Healing, and Community Giving Two local women entrepreneurs joined forces to host a community gathering that blended mindfulness, creativity, and philanthropy. The Sip & Sound: Holiday Mindful Mixer, held on Saturday, November 16 at The Portal in downtown Utica’s Bagg’s Square,…
Herkimer County Office for the Aging Launches Fund to Support Services and Wellness Programs for Older Adults The Herkimer County Office for the Aging has announced the establishment of the Herkimer County Office for the Aging Charitable Fund through the Community Foundation of Herkimer and Oneida Counties, created to enhance and expand vital services for older adults…
Largest “Flags for Heroes” Check to Benefit Sitrin Military Program to be Presented The Good News Foundation (GNF) will present a check to the Sitrin Health Care Center Military Program on Wednesday, December 17, 2025, at 9:00 am. The presentation will take place at the Good News Foundation, located at 10475 Cosby Manor Road, Utica,…
