As the needs of local nonprofits continue to evolve at a rapid pace, The Community Foundation of Herkimer and Oneida Counties and the United Way of the Valley and Greater Utica Area (VGU) are encouraging community members to consider making a donation to the Mohawk Valley COVID-19 Response Fund. Contributing to this effort…
MAYOR PALMIERI ENCOURAGES RESIDENTS TO WEAR A FACE COVERING WHEN VISITING ESSENTIAL BUSINESSES In an effort to promote public health and slow the spread of the Coronavirus, Mayor Palmieri is encouraging residents to wear a face covering when visiting essential businesses. The Mayor also supports a businesses’ discretion to institute a policy that mandates individuals…
In response to the overwhelming support from the community over these last few weeks, MVHS has been posting personal thank you video messages on their Facebook page to show their appreciation to their donor superheroes. Go check out the page today, and be sure to like and follow so you can get regular updates! Find…
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Empower is here to help our business members who have an Empower Business checking account navigate the process for a SBA Paycheck Protection Plan loan. *Please Note: The account must be opened as of 4/5/2020, and businesses must demonstrate they were in operation prior to 2/15/2020. The SBA Paycheck Protection Plan Application on our…
Cliff’s Local Market again partnered with the MDA of Central New York for the 2020 Shamrock campaign raising a total of $44,715. Cliff’s Local Market is a chain of convenience stores located throughout Central New York locally owned and operated by Clifford Fuel Co. Inc. Clifford Fuel Co. Inc. has partnered with the MDA…
With the fear of COVID-19 taking up most of our attention, keep in-mind that criminals are using a wide range of coronavirus scams to take advantage of our elderly population. The Federal Trade Commission is warning that scammers are offering to help with errands, and running off with your money. Be wary of someone…
Free Tools for Leading a Productive & Connected Remote Team In just one month’s time, businesses nationwide have been united in their pursuit to support new remote workers. These 3 easy-to-implement tools will help your team work productively from anywhere, during this crisis and beyond. Video Conferencing Video conferencing may be the single…
The COVID-19 Pandemic has been difficult for businesses to get the word out. Galaxy Media Partners wants to lend a hand to its local community during such a difficult time. Galaxy is now offering a variety of free marketing tools for businesses in the Utica area. Galaxy is reaching out to business owners…
April 7th is annually celebrated as the International Day of the North American Beaver. It is also the birthdate of Dorothy Richards of Beaversprite, which is located in the Town of Oppenheim. This year, the Utica Zoo is celebrating this day by announcing the zoo recently acquired the Florence J. Reineman Nature Center and Beaversprite…
Observer-Dispatch is changing its annual All-Mohawk Valley All-Stars Awards show from a physical event originally scheduled for Friday, June 19, 2020, to a star-studded awards show that will be available at no charge at 6 p.m. EST on Thursday, June 18, 2020. The show will feature more than 20 professional athletes as hosts and award…
Brockport, New York-based Sunnking, an electronics recycling and resale services provider serving Buffalo, Rochester and Utica, New York, says it will remain open to provide recycling services as well as computer sales and service to clients in the area. While New York Gov. Andrew Cuomo directed nonessential New York workers, whether employed by for-profit or…
Mohawk Valley Community College and education partner Career Step Online Training Solutions are offering a Certificate of Infection Control and Barrier Protection Proficiency Course online for free until April 30. The accredited course, designed specifically for Allied Health professionals, addresses all major elements of infection prevention and provides a simulated practice of documenting patient-doctor communication…
The New York State Long Term Care Ombudsman Program is a resident-centered and resident-directed advocacy program available to anyone residing in a nursing home, adult care facility or family-type home across the state. The local Long Term Care Ombudsman Program sponsored by LIFE at Resource Center For Independent Living covers Oneida, Herkimer, Otsego…
Many people have concerns about staying healthy during the COVID-19 pandemic. Those with a chronic condition such as high blood pressure — a reading above 130/80 — may face an increased risk for severe complications if they get the virus[i]. With nearly half of Americans dealing with high blood pressure, the American Heart Association, the…