The American Heart Association wants to help local organizations create a healthier Mohawk Valley. Applications are now open for the American Heart Association’s Community Impact Grants. The grants help local groups start or continue projects aimed at improving the health of our community. The American Heart Association is looking for innovative programs that address…
Munson-Williams-Proctor Arts Institute celebrates the 100th anniversary of the ratification of the 19th amendment granting women the right to vote with the exhibition, “Celebrating Suffrage,” featuring more than 200 years of art made by women and honoring women’s innovative creative pursuits before and after they were officially recognized as full citizens of the United States.…
A paper recently published from the Masonic Medical Research Institute (MMRI) identifies that activation of an enzyme called yes-associated protein (YAP), using a modified mRNA of this enzyme, reduces inflammation in the heart and decreases the deleterious heart growth that occurs in response to stress. The manuscript, published last month in the journal Life Science…
Did you know that the Red Cross estimates that 40% of businesses shut down by a natural disaster never reopen? The top two reasons are (1) the company has no disaster plan to guide their actions under extreme duress after the disaster; and (2) there’s no effective data backup. So what is a disaster…
Cliff’s Local Market and parent company Clifford Fuel Co. Inc. wrote a check for $12,379 to United Way of the Valley Greater Utica as the result of their internal fundraising campaign. Clifford Fuel Co. Inc. employs 400 people and funds were raised primarily through employee contribution. United Way of the Valley Greater Utica uses…
The Utica Zoo’s live camera inside their Cotton Top Tamarin and Rhinoceros Iguana exhibit recently received international recognition as part of EarthCam’s Top 25 Most Interesting Web Cameras of 2019 awards. EarthCam, the camera’s host and service provider, recently announced their top 25 award winners after a lengthy nomination and judging process. The panel of…
MVHS was awarded the Cardiac Cath Lab Accreditation based on a rigorous onsite evaluation of the staff’s ability to evaluate, diagnose and treat patients who come to the Cardiac Cath Lab. Hospitals that have proven exceptional competency in treating patients who require cardiac catheterization have standardized their assessment process for patients before undergoing catheterization to…
The Fort Schuyler Trading Company is offering a 10% discount on all 100% Pure Beeswax Pillar Candles from 1/9/20 thru 1/16/20. Many people who burn candles are unaware of the dangers of burning petroleum based paraffin (a sludge and waste product from the refining of petroleum) and scented candles which produce highly toxic fumes and…
The Chamber is pleased to announce that Mohawk Valley Health Systems will continue it’s role as one of the top level Platinum Investor supporters of our annual efforts to continue and grow our level of service to the Community. In addition, we are excited to bring the Resource Center for Independent Living on as our…
Welcome signs have popped up on Genesee Street in support for our newest company, CREE!! Coldwell Banker Faith Properties’ two locations display the support and enthusiasm for the company. Coldwell Banker Faith, the largest residential brokerage in the Mohawk Valley, encourages all local businesses to wave the welcome flag for this exciting new…
January Meeting Annoucement When: Tuesday, January 14, 2020 Where: Twin Ponds Golf & Country Club (169 Main Street, New York Mills) 3:30 pm – 4:00 pm – Registration 4:00 pm – 4:30 pm – Appetizers / Member Meeting / Board Induction 4:30 pm – 5:30 pm – Keynote Speaker Why Should You Get and Maintain…
History show & tell returns to the OCHC. Come share your story and the stage with special guest Frank Tomaino and your host, Joe Kelly. You’re invited to showcase one item from your personal cabinet of curiosities. Bring an old photograph, a personal artifact, or other memorabilia. Community members are invited ‘show & tell’ or…
Join The Grand Rehabilitation & Nursing Utica for our January Jammies Drive to benefit the Thea Bowman House. From January 13 to January 31 donations will be accepted of new (unused) sleep sets, sleep pants, sweatshirts, sweatpants, nightgowns, for infants, children and adults. Drop-offs can be made at The Grand at Utica, 1657…
The local chapter of the American Heart Association provides grant funding for community-based organizations in the Mohawk Valley with the mission to create a world of longer, healthier lives. The American Heart Association is proud to announce that our Mohawk Valley Community Impact Grant Awards cycle will award $40,000 in grants in 2020. …
The Landmarks Society of Greater Utica is holding a Garage Sale fundraiser from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Jan. 17 and 18 at its new store location, 808 Broad Street, Utica. The new location, perfectly set up for easy browsing and shopping, is stocked with all new items, including furniture, antiques, and household wares.…