American Cancer Society Men Wear Pink of Utica is working to end breast cancer as we know it, for everyone, by hosting the Second Annual Riders Wear Pink bicycle ride on Sunday, October 1. Riders will meet at the 7 Hamlets Brewing Company (26 Seymour Lane in Westmoreland) and take one of two routes –…
Funding to support four innovative research projects in systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE) On Thursday, August 17, 2023, officials from MMRI received a surprise announcement by LADA President and CEO, Kathleen Arntsen, that its three previously supported SLE research projects would receive an additional $50,000 each this year, plus an additional $50,000 would be allocated for…
Audiences will be treated to an evening of musical insight with internationally-renowned pianist Jeffrey Siegel’s Keyboard Conversations® at 7:30 p.m. on Sept. 9 at Munson in downtown Utica. For the season opener, Siegel will explore Festive French Fare through the works of celebrated composers Debussy, Saint-Saens, Satie, and Ravel, first by delving into the story behind…
Excellus BlueCross BlueShield recently awarded Abraham House a $3,000 Health and Wellness Award to support their Guest and Family Services. This program was created to maintain consistency in guest and family care, ensuring that high standards of quality and excellence are maintained daily. The guest-centered care model promotes interpersonal communication and daily documentation that strengthens…
Four Beer Company CEOs walk into Five Points Pub. The CEO of Budwiser orders a bottle of Bud Light. The CEO of Coors orders a Silver Bullet. The CEO of Miller orders a bottle of Miller Genuine Draft. The CEO of Guinness orders Diet Coke with no ice. They turn around and ask him why…
Together, local cleaning company, Home Sweet Home Cleaning and Gardening LLC, and Woodland Farm Brewery are hosting a fundraiser event on Sunday, September 17th to raise money for Cleaning For A Reason, a non-profit who donates their time and services to clean the homes of our local cancer patients at no cost. Woodland Farm…
Mohawk Valley Health System Recognized for Excellence with ACC Cardiac Cath Lab Accreditation UTICA, N.Y. – Mohawk Valley Health System (MVHS) received accreditation of its cardiac catheterization by the American College of Cardiology (ACC). This accreditation recognizes MVHS for demonstrating expertise and commitment in treating patients who come to the Cardiac Cath Lab for care.…
This Year’s CHAIRity Artwork by Mary Loy/ Color by Ken Marchione You’re Invited! EARLY BIRD DISCOUNTED TICKETS ON SALE NOW $50 through September 8th Each fall, Sculpture Space opens its doors for its largest fundraiser of the year. This season, we will begin our online auction one week before PARTY-TIME. The auction will culminate on…
AmeriCU Credit Union was recognized as a Best Credit Union to Work For in 2023 American Banker has recognized AmeriCU Credit Union as one of the Best Credit Unions to Work For in 2023. In a national survey, AmeriCU placed 19th out of the top 70 credit unions nationwide and placed highest among New York…
Don’t miss the thrill of live theater and the magic of storytelling as The Arc, Oneida-Lewis Chapter’s StageWorks program presents its first live performance in over three years. “Almost to Oklahoma!” premieres on Friday, September 15th, at 7:00 p.m. in the Clinton Central School Performing Arts Complex Theater, 75 Chenango Ave, in Clinton. Oklahoma-POSTER This…
United Way of the Mohawk Valley’s (United Way MV) Board of Directors has approved the organization’s 2023-2025 strategic investments to provide vital funding to 34 programs operated by 27 non-profit agencies throughout Herkimer and Oneida counties. Every 1-2 years United Way MV staff and their Strategic Investment Committee are charged with stewarding the funds entrusted…
McGrath, Myslinski, Kowalczyk & Nunn Funeral Directors are excited to announce the addition of Father Joe Salerno to their funeral associate and office staff. Father Joe, who needs no introduction, will be assisting in all facets of funeral service, including funeral liturgy planning, providing spiritual support, and caring for families before, during and after a…
Millie Occhionero has been named director of Marketing and Communications at MMRI. In this role, Occhionero will design and oversee the organization’s community outreach and marketing initiatives. “I’m thrilled to join MMRI at such an exciting time for the organization,” said Occhionero. “Our world-class researchers are doing innovative work and I’m eager to promote it.” Occhionero has more than nine years…
College Raptor recently released their 2024 Hidden Gems lists, with SUNY Polytechnic Institute being recognized in the “Hidden Gems in the Mid-East US” and “Most Affordable Hidden Gem Colleges for the Middle Class” categories. Furthermore, SUNY Poly was ranked second on the “Most Affordable Hidden Gem Colleges for the Middle Class” list, which featured 25…
Wine all You Want is back and better than ever! Mark your calendar for Friday, September 8, and be prepared for an incredible evening to benefit The House of the Good Shepherd. Please join us on September 8, 2023, for Wine All You Want at the Stanley Theatre. You are invited to take a journey…