MMRI Faculty Member Receives Prestigious Promotion to Professor

Masonic Medical Research Institute (MMRI) Faculty Member Receives Prestigious Promotion to Professor   Jason McCarthy, Ph.D., has been promoted to the rank of professor of biomedical research and translational medicine at the MMRI, recognizing his significant contributions since joining the organization in 2018. Dr. McCarthy has been instrumental in advancing medical research as a key…

September Buzz

   Week of Tuesday, September 02, 2025:       Dear Chamber Members, September is here, and with back-to-school season and fall calendars filling up fast, the Chamber is rolling out a packed schedule of events and new opportunities to connect. We’re excited to announce a new partnership with Network & Chill, where we’ll serve as…

ScriptStop Pharmacy Announces Grand Opening in Whitesboro, NY

  ScriptStop Pharmacy is pleased to announce its grand opening, redefining the neighborhood pharmacy experience at its new state-of-the-art facility located at 131 Oriskany Blvd, Whitesboro, NY 13492. Dedicated to making prescription management simple, safe, and stress-free, ScriptStop Pharmacy offers a comprehensive range of services tailored to meet the needs of the community. ScriptStop Pharmacy…

Experience a Party in the Wilderness

  The Utica Zoo is excited to announce Party in the Wilderness, an exclusive after-hours event blending high-energy music, dancing, and a one-of-a-kind outdoor atmosphere. The event will take place on Friday, September 5, 2025, from 7:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m. at the Rotary Pavilion. Hosted by 4K Creative Studios, and featuring a live DJ set from DJ Mase, Party in the…

DOD Awards Research Grant to MMRI Scientist Investigating Techniques to Monitor Transplant Health in Wounded Veterans

      Photo attached: headshot of Jason McCarthy., associate professor of biomedical research and translational medicine at MMRI; Dr. McCarthy working in laboratory.   The Department of Defense (DOD) recently awarded a $500,000 grant to support a project led by Principal Investigator, Jason R. McCarthy, associate professor of biomedical research and translational medicine at…

MVHS and OCLDC Announce $50,000 Investment in Physician Retention Program

Mohawk Valley Health System (MVHS) and the Oneida County Local Development Corporation (OCLDC) are proud to announce a $50,000 investment in a new initiative aimed at strengthening physician retention in the Mohawk Valley region. The funding, approved by OCLDC, will support MVHS’s Resident-to-Attending Bridge Program, a strategic workforce development effort designed to help final-year medical…