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Student Voices, Student Choices: Empowering Otsego Youth
Discover how Otsego County students are transforming communities through the Student Voices, Student Choices program. Innovative ideas, lasting impact!
A 300-Foot Table of Togetherness: Cooperstown’s Harvest Potluck
Join the Village of Cooperstown for the Annual Community Harvest Potluck Supper, where neighbors and newcomers gather around a 300-foot…
Hollywood Holidays in the Heart of Utica: The Christmas Letter Lights Up the Stanley
The premiere of The Christmas Letter brought holiday magic and Hollywood charm to Utica’s Stanley Theatre, celebrating the city’s starring…
Lighting the Way for Generations to Come
The Herkimer College Torchbearer Awards recognize individuals who have made a lasting impact on Herkimer College and its community. Presented…
Savoring the Flavor of Upstate NY: A Culinary Journey Through Herkimer, Oneida, and Otsego Counties
Discover the vibrant food scene in Upstate New York! Explore Herkimer, Oneida, and Otsego Counties, where farm-fresh ingredients, iconic local…
Illusions & Alchemy: Angela DeCarlis’ Transformative Art at 4 Elements Studio
Discover Angela DeCarlis’ powerful exhibit, Illusions & Alchemy, at 4 Elements Studio in Downtown Utica. Through captivating artwork, DeCarlis explores…
Tell Us What You LOVE About Upstate NY!
What’s your favorite thing about living in Upstate NY? What’s your favorite Fall activity? Where would you tell out-of-towners to…
Utica’s Liberty Bell Park Renamed to Lafayette Square: A Tribute to Rich History
In a significant move to honor Utica’s deep historical roots, Liberty Bell Park has officially been renamed Lafayette Square following…
Herkimer’s Quest to Reclaim Basketball’s Birthplace
For over seventy years, the origins of basketball have been hotly debated. While the official story credits Dr. James Naismith…
Join the Power of Giving: Mohawk Valley Gives 2024 Unites Upstate NY for 24 Hours of Philanthropy!”
Mark your calendars for September 20, when the Community Foundation of Herkimer and Oneida Counties and the UpMobility Foundation present…
Fort Stanwix National Monument Boosts Rome, NY Economy
A new National Park Service report shows that approximately 83,400 visitors roamed the grounds of the Fort Stanwix National Monument…
Utica’s Latin American Festival: A Fiesta Brillante Celebrating Latino Culture in Upstate NY!
As the kickoff to Hispanic Heritage Month in Upstate NY, the annual Latin American Festival has grown from a modest…
Fly Creek Cider Mill & Orchard Wins Best Cidery in the United States by USA TODAY 10Best Readers’ Choice Awards
Fly Creek Cider Mill & Orchard, a top-rated agritourism destination in Upstate New York, has proudly been named the Best…
Sweet Success! Vêsucré’s Vegan Treats Are Taking Oneonta by Storm!
🌱 Introducing Vêsucré: A Vegan Dessert Revolution in Oneonta, NY! 🍨 Discover how a $35,000 microenterprise grant helped launch Vêsucré,…
Experience the Vibrant Latino Culture at the 18th Annual Latino American Festival in Utica
The Latino American Festival is more than just an event; it’s a celebration of the vibrant and diverse Latino community…
Saddle Up and Come on Down to the Herkimer County Fair!
It’s that time of year again, where the smell of fried dough wafts through the air, the sound of laughter…
Discovering Cooperstown’s Hidden Gems: A Perfect Saturday Itinerary
Looking for a perfect Saturday in Upstate New York? There’s no better Saturday than one that starts at the Cooperstown…
From City Hustle to Countryside Charm: How We Found Home and Happiness at The Gatehouse in Morris
Moving to Upstate NY was one of the best decisions we ever made. I (Chris) am a musician, and my…
How One Person Can Make Big Magic in a Small Town: The Gilbertsville Hullabaloo
My small town of Gilbertsville, in Otsego County, has a recently arrived resident with bold, joyous ideas, and seemingly endless…
State-of-the-Art Outdoor Fitness Court® Studio Coming to Town of Herkimer
Herkimer Parks thrilled to announce a groundbreaking partnership between MVP Health Care, the Town of Herkimer, and the National Fitness…
Upstate New York 4th of July Celebrations
Celebrate the 4th of July in Upstate NY: Events and Activities As we gear up for Independence Day, Upstate New…
World Refugee Day Spotlights Local Businessperson
As the world celebrates Refugee Day, it’s essential to spotlight the remarkable journey of individuals who have overcome adversity to…
1st Annual Cooperstown Pride Block Party
June is Pride Month in the state of New York, a celebration of LGBTQ+ self-identity, inclusivity, and equality. To celebrate,…
Little Falls Celebrates 4th Pride Event
As June approaches, communities around the globe prepare to celebrate LGBTQ Pride Month, a time to honor the progress made…
Otsego County Is Becoming a Magnet for Film Locations
Otsego County, with its breathtaking landscapes and rich history, is rapidly becoming a favorite destination for filmmakers. The latest project…
1st Day of Pride Month Kicks Off with Festival in Utica
As June approaches, communities around the globe prepare to celebrate LGBTQ Pride Month, a time to honor the progress made…
FEATURED JOB: Registered Nurse – Emergency/Behavioral Health – F/T
The Registered Nurse promotes and restores patient’s health by completing the nursing process: collaborating with Physicians and multidisciplinary team members:…
Upstate NY Town Named One of the Best Places To Live
Oneonta, New York boasts affordable home prices, exposed rock cliffs, and a minor-league baseball team.
Building Hope: The Case for a Waterfront Skatepark in Rome, NY
A grassroots movement has emerged, fueled by tragedy yet brimming with hope. The SFM SKATEPARK PROJECT is on a mission…
Meet Paul “King” Konye!
Meet Paul “King” Konye, What’s Upstate Ambassador from Otsego County!
Utica Welcomes the World: Inside the Excitement of the IIHF Women’s World Championship
Get Ready Upstate, A Once-In-A-Lifetime Sporting Event Comes to Utica. IIHF Women’s World Championship Games Run April 3-14 with a…
Introducing the New York Susquehanna Basin Water Trail
The New York Susquehanna Basin Water Trail (NYSBWT) is a conceptual trail, stretching 190 miles from Cooperstown to Corning. While encouraging…
Independence Day of Bosnia and Herzegovina Celebration
What’s Upstate Ambassador, Hanka Grabovica was invited to speak at the Independence Day of Bosnia and Herzgovina celebration in Utica.
Upstate New York’s Freedom Trail
Abolitionism: The Underground Railroad in Upstate NY The Underground Railroad was part of the abolitionist movement to eliminate slavery in…
Oneida County Tourism Launches Refreshed Heart of New York Beverage Trail
Check our their new mobile app! . Oneida County Tourism, the official tourism promotion agency for Oneida County, NY, has…
Oneida County Tourism Opens Two New Offices
Relocates Welcome Center to Historic Union Station in Utica . Oneida County Tourism (OCT), the official destination marketing organization for…
Beltré, Helton, Mauer Elected to Baseball Hall of Fame
BELTRÉ, HELTON, MAUER ELECTED TO HALL OF FAME Adrián Beltré, a five-time Gold Glove winner and four-time Silver Slugger recipient…
Utica Center for Development Opens Veterans Outreach Center in Rome
Rome chapter eliminates need to travel to Utica The Utica Center for Development opened a Veterans Outreach Center in Rome.…
Cheers to a New Year of Growth and Development in the Mohawk Valley!
Governor Hochul Announces Winners of $30 Million Regional Economic Development Council Challenge Competition Governor Kathy Hochul today announced Long Island,…
Giving Tuesday: Warm Hands, Heads, and Hearts
It doesn’t take a boulder to make a ripple, just a single stone. Joe and Monica Hickel, owners of Monarch…
MOHAWK VALLEY’S LARGEST CROCHET CHRISTMAS TREE
An Inspirational and Beautiful Gift to the Community “So often, tradition and innovation seem at odds with each other,” explained…
EMPOWERING GRANDMOTHERS, ONE SPICE AT A TIME
Hut Number 22 Where Grandmothers Share Stories and Sell Seasonings “Refugee grandmothers, most American citizens now, from Bhutan worked hard…
A Colorful Addition To Downtown Utica
Utica Mayor Robert M. Palmieri and artist Steven Teller announced the completion of the mural at Liberty Corner. The mural…
SWEET OTSEGO COUNTY
For Coleman and Heather Covington, life in Otsego County is pretty sweet. As the owners of Five Kids Bakehouse, a…
UTICA TO HOST 2024 INTERNATIONAL HOCKEY CHAMPIONSHIP
Utica becomes one of only five US cities to ever host the International Ice Hockey Federation Women’s World Championships. This…
UPSTATE NY CELEBRATES HISPANIC HERITAGE MONTH
The Mohawk Valley region of Upstate New York, which includes Utica, Rome, Herkimer, and Cooperstown, is home to a large,…
WE WILL NEVER FORGET!
Today, we remember those whose lives were lost during a horrific terrorist attacks on our soil and honor the first…
WHAT’S UPSTATE WELCOMES OTSEGO COUNTY GROUP!
We have an announcement to make: Welcome Otsego County Group to What’s Upstate NY! We are excited to expand our…
Honor America Days Celebrates 40 Years in Rome!
The Parade steps off at 10am on Saturday, July 29, followed later that evening by the Symphoria Symphony Orchestra Pops…
Community Foundations Come Together for Mohawk Valley Gives!
The Otsego County nonprofit community was still buzzing from the Community Foundation of Otsego County’s first nonprofit breakfast in November…
Golf Magazine Names Local Golf Course in Top 40
Looking for world-class golf? Check out the beautiful Yahnundasis Golf Club, in New Hartford. The Yahnundasis, a private club, was…
Why Own a B&B in Herkimer?
Prior to my wife, Denise and I purchasing the former Bellinger Rose Bed & Breakfast in the fall of 2021…
Community Foundation Efforts Aid in Growth of a Diverse, Skilled Workforce
Workforce development is key to fostering opportunities to expand our community’s ever-evolving diverse workforce, from traditional pathways to innovative and…
In Upstate New York, I’m Dancing My Way
Growing up in a refugee camp in Thailand, I had never imagined one day I would be dancing and performing…
Things To Do: The Oneida County Mural Trail
We’re so happy you’re interested in exploring our beautiful, diverse murals and cities. The goals of the trail are simple. We…
Neighborhood Revitalization Brings New Life to Communities
At the Community Foundation of Herkimer and Oneida Counties, we have a long-term commitment to help our partners bring about…
A Monument to Our Bosnian Citizens- The Sebilj Project
“The Sebilj is an incredible symbol of my Bosnian culture and traditions. It reminds me where I came from, and…
Introducing the Community Foundation of Herkimer and Oneida Counties
What makes a community truly feel like home? What makes a community, a community? We believe it’s the people who…
Paying It Forward: How a Former Foster Youth Is Making A Difference In Utica
Meet one of Mohawk Valley’s unsung heroes – – Frank Yarborough, a therapist at Cayuga Centers, a child and family…
Meet Samantha!
Name: Samantha Age: 32 Location: New York Mills, NY Occupation: Postdoctoral Research Fellow at the Masonic Medical Research Institute (MMRI) What…
Meet Laura & Matt!
Name: Laura Powers Age: 40s Location: Little Falls Occupation: Financial Advisor What are your top 3 interests?: Helping others (professionally, personally, and through community service).Promoting…
Meet Britta & Family!
Name: Britta Hennessy Age: 30s Location: Old Forge NY Occupation: Business Owner What are your top 3 interests?: Spending time outside as a family with two…
Meet Chet!
Name: Chester DiBari III Age: 30s Location: Rome Occupation: Executive Director, Rome Health Foundation What are your top 3 interests?: great dining, outdoor recreation, kid-friendly…
FGI Shining Stars: New American Advancement Opportunities by The Fountainhead Group, Inc.
From entry-level to management, The Fountainhead Group is committed to providing advancement opportunities for all of our employees, regardless of…
Meet Carli!
Name: Carli Age: 20s Location: Utica Occupation: Director of Philanthropy What are your top 3 interests?: My top three interests are trying new local…
Meet Frank!
Name: Frank Age: 70+ Location: Utica Occupation: VP of MVCC, lifelong entrepreneur, co-founder, and owner of Comets, Utica City FC, Babes, 72 Tavern, etc…
Meet Tabo!
Name: Tabo Bo Age: 20s Location: Utica Occupation: Delivery Driver for Parkway Drugs (part-time) and Site Tutor for Young Scholars LPP (part-time) What are…
Meet Sharrone!
Name: Sharrone Sofer Age: 30s Location: Utica Occupation: Owner, The Compound What are your top 3 interests?: Food • Music • Real Estate Tell us…
CNY Business Journal’s Revitalize Mohawk Valley Announces What’s Upstate Launch
Do you have a great story about why you love to live in Upstate NY? Share your story with Sean…
LGBTQ+ Pride in Little Falls
Love. Acceptance. Support. Joy. Those were just some of the adjectives used to describe the 2nd Annual Little Falls PRIDE…
Upstate Winters with Britta & Devlin Hennessey
https://youtu.be/tevpUvxy27Q Hear how Britta and Devlin enjoy everything winter in Old Forge, NY!
Wolfspeed’s Mohawk Valley Fab
On April 25, 2022, Wolfspeed hosted the grand opening for their Mohawk Valley Fab, the World’s first, largest, and only…
Enjoying Bosnian Coffee with Hanka Grabovica
https://youtu.be/DgpimYvkF9I Hear how Hanka enjoys slowing down for a cup of coffee at a delicious Bosnian Cafe, Yummilicious Cafe &…
Opening a Business in Upstate with Sharrone Sofer
Hear how Sharrone and Anna Sofer started a business on $20,000 and a prayer! Visit them at The Compound, 106…
Get to know the Saranac Brewery with Carli Rightmier
https://youtu.be/jREzoFe6Ea0 Hear how Carli’s experience as a Saranac Brewery Ambassador helped her find a sense of community!
Living in Upstate, NY with a Family by Laura Sinnott
https://youtu.be/oowwNiWncjE Hear from Laura about why she chose to live in Upstate, New York with her family! In her video…
Why the Comets chose Utica by Frank DuRoss
https://youtu.be/W5vHDzQsr_4 Even the AHL feels the energy of Upstate, New York! Hear from Frank DuRoss, co-founder and owner of the…
2021 Trails Guide by Oneida County Tourism
This guide, originally created to promote “How to Explore the Outdoors While Physical Distancing”, is a comprehensive overview of the…
8 Annual Fall Festivals & Events You Need to Attend! by Oneida County Tourism
Fall Festival Weekends (Sauquoit) What: Hosted by Lincoln Davies Building Supply, this event has plenty of activities for all ages. There…
Golfing in Oneida County by Oneida County Tourism
More than 25 public courses in 25 minutes! Did you know that we have over 25 public golf courses in Oneida…
U-Pick Experiences in Oneida County by Oneida County Tourism
From spring through fall, you’ll find it all! Last summer, Oneida County Tourism wrote a blog that featured U-pick experiences at different…
Work/Life Balance-It’s actually here. by Chet DiBari
Hear how Chet and his family enjoy a more balanced lifestyle by moving here from Washington, DC
Top 5 Family Destinations in Utica
There is SO MUCH going in throughout the Utica area (yes, even during the winter) for families, sometimes you just…
An Outdoor Adventure by Tony Zalocha
Everything you need to know to take on your first backpack camping trip right here in the 315. One hundred…
The Adventurous Eaters Trail
Sure – Utica is famous for our Italian cuisine, chicken riggies and greens, but what might be lesser known is…
Upstate On Tap by Jessica Kokoski
Travel Blogger www.postcardsfromsomeplace.com There has never been a better time to be a beer lover in Upstate NY. A microbrewery…
Exploring Sylvan Beach with Dyann Nashton
Explore Sylvan Beach on beautiful Oneida Lake with Dyann!
Work/Life Balance-Real and Necessary by Connie N. Castellano
The last two years have been challenging for the world – the pandemic has consumed our news outlets, disrupted our…
Improving Company Culture by Site Seeker’s Tom Armitage
Is company culture important to you? Learn how Site Seeker is dedicated to improving communications internally and externally with their…
A South Utica Walk by Celeste Friend
Join Councilperson Celeste Friend to take a tour of the South Utica neighborhood!
A Story: The Utica School Community by Tennille Knoop
I grew up an Air Force brat. Born in Caribou, Maine, I stayed attached to my mother’s side as we…
The Perfect Fall Day in Upstate
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Britta & Devlin
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Hear how Carli spends her Thursday nights
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How to Eat Your Way Through Upstate in 3 days!
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Hanka Grabovica
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Wolfspeed Brings Silicon Carbide Mfg. to Upstate
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Top Tips to Score Your Perfect Position in Upstate NY
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The Compound
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A More Balanced Lifestyle
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Work/Life Balance…Real and Necessary
The last two years have been challenging for the world – the pandemic has consumed our news outlets, disrupted our…
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