Utica Public Library Names New Director The Utica Public Library Board of Trustees has hired Nathan Jochum as the Library’s new Director, effective January 5th. Hailing from the Midwest, Jochum brings more than twenty years of library leadership experience to his new role. As Director, Jochum leads an exemplary team of 21 library professionals, including…
Domestic Yak Joins Utica Zoo’s Animal Collection The Utica Zoo is pleased to introduce their newest animal exhibit in time for the new year! Within the Asian Realm and along the boardwalk overlooking the City of Utica, one will find two female domestic Yaks, Senali and Shehariah, who have quickly made the Utica Zoo…
AmeriCU Credit Union Completes Merger with Mountain Valley Federal Credit Union, Expanding Services Across New York State AmeriCU Credit Union and Mountain Valley Federal Credit Union have officially completed their merger on December 1, 2025, uniting the two not-for-profit financial institutions into a single, stronger organization serving more than 200,000 members with $2.8 billion…
First Source holds Second Annual “Socks to the Rescue” Drive To assist the Rescue Missions of Utica and Rome First Source Federal Credit Union will once again be holding a month-long sock drive to assist the Rescue Missions of Utica and Rome. The event will kick off the weekend of January 9th and 10th…
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Health and Science Made Simple: MMRI Launches Free Seminar Series In a world overflowing with information, separating fact from fiction can be overwhelming, especially when it comes to health and science. MMRI is excited to announce the launch of its new seminar series, Health and Science Made Simple, in collaboration with Mohawk Valley Living.…
Register for Upcoming Health Equity Innovation Award Webinar The Health Equity Innovation Awards open January 14, 2026, and close March 6, 2026. To help you prepare, we’re offering educational webinars that explain the award criteria, guide you through the application process, and share tips for creating a strong proposal. Join one of our upcoming virtual sessions…
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Emmy Award Winner, Tony Award Nominee and 2025 Theater Hall of Fame Inductee Richard Thomas to star in Mark Twain Tonight! By Hal Holbrook Emmy-Award Winning Actor Richard Thomas will star in a new production of Mark Twain Tonight!, coming to the Stanley Theatre on Tuesday, January 13th, 2026. Tickets are now on sale at…
Week of Monday, January 05, 2026: Dear Chamber Members, A new year brings fresh energy—and if you’ve been following along, you may have noticed some updates taking shape at the Chamber. We’ve been slowly refreshing our website and branding to better reflect who we are today and where we’re headed. If you…
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…