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Old Forge Library’s history series continues
OLD FORGE — The Old Forge Library, located at 220 Crosby Blvd., invites the public to the next program in the Town of Webb Historical Association’s Local History series, held Thursdays throughout the summer. The series continues on Thursday, July…

Support the Abundant Life Church building campaign
BOONVILLE — The Abundant Life Fellowship’s church building campaign is officially getting underway, and the congregation invites the community to participate in two fundraising opportunities that will help make a permanent church home a reality.

Kirk Family gathers at Lake Delta
AVA — The descendants of Andrew and Anna Matt Kirk held their annual family reunion on Saturday, July 18, at the Rome Outboard Boating Club (ROBC) in Ava. This event brought together 45 family members across four generations in attendance.…

Rupal Thanawala earns Sagamore of the Wabash
The Recorder’s own tech editor, Rupal Thanawala, has achieved one of the state’s highest honors, receiving the Sagamore of the Wabash from Gov. Mike Braun on July 23, 2026. Thanawala […]

St. Joseph Historic Neighborhood gives community a chance to meet first responders
INDIANAPOLIS (WISH) — Get an opportunity to connect with first responders in Indianapolis at the St. Joseph Historical Neighborhood National Night Out celebration on Aug. 4. Charlie Wylonis, the vice president of St. Joseph Historic Neighborhood, and Ben Langebartels, also with…

Amplify Women Tampa Bay’s 3rd annual summit brings star-studded leadership event to St. Pete
On August 7-8, Amplify Women Tampa Bay (AWTB) is hosting its 3rd Annual Summit, Navigators of Change: Women at the Helm, at The James Museum in downtown St. Petersburg. Founded […]
Lynn honors fallen Town Marshal Brad Fisher at baseball field he helped care for
Community members filled the Randolph Southern baseball field Thursday night, honoring Brad Fisher's service, love of baseball and lasting impact on the small town.

Martindale-Brightwood community honors history and growth at event
The Martindale-Brightwood community held its fifth annual PreEnact festival to celebrate its history and mark a $5.5 million investment in local organizations.

NYPA celebrates opening of new pollinator garden at Utica Energy Zone
UTICA — The New York Power Authority celebrated the grand opening of its newest pollinator garden at the New York Energy Zone in Utica on Thursday, July 30.

Friends plan annual Library Bash fundraiser
OLD FORGE — The Friends of the Old Forge Library will host their annual Library Bash from 3 to 5 p.m. Sunday, Aug. 9, at the Old Forge Library. The event serves as the organization’s annual fundraiser to support library…

Project Children panel discussion set in Utica
UTICA — The Irish Cultural Center of the Mohawk Valley will host a Project Children panel discussion at 5:30 p.m. Wednesday, Aug. 5, at its facility, 623 Columbia St., Utica. The program will highlight the impact of the organization, which…

Meet St. Pete Turning Out, the local group helping to get St. Pete to the polls this election season
“St. Pete Turning Out” is a voter drive and a fundamental reimagining of civic participation. Spanning nine days from August 8 through August 16, 2026, this first-of-its-kind initiative is anchored […]