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Boilerbucks: Numbers Reveal Economic Impact of Utica's Race Weekend
The Boilermaker is more than just a recurring one-time local economic shot in the arm. It's a megadose of tourism dollars.
Utica Comets Drop Full 2026-27 Schedule—Home Opener Set for October 10th
Utica Comets fans can start planning for another action-packed hockey season as the team has released its full 2026-27 schedule.
UPD sends out guidelines for Sunday's Boilermaker
The Utica Police Department has sent out some reminders for runners and people looking to attend the Boilermaker Road Race on Sunday, July 12.
Comets release 2026-27 schedule
The Utica Comets released their schedule for the 2026-27 season with the rest of the American Hockey League on Thursday, July 9, but this year's Comets' schedule -- along with the rest of their North Division rivals -- comes with a big twist.
Training for a triathlon
Everyone decides to run the Boilermaker for different reasons. For Inesha Briggs, it’s step two in her long-term goal of competing in a triathlon. “I started out last year as a cyclist, wanting to get into hobby cycling,” Briggs said. “I did the Ride for Missing Children…
New Law Requires ECG Heart Screenings For Student Athletes
July 1 marks a major milestone in protecting Florida’s young athletes, as the Second Chance Act officially took effect statewide. Now, new student athletes?participating?in Florida high school sports must complete an electrocardiogram (ECG or EKG) heart screening before their…
Why don’t the Mohawks host games on July 4? Team president weighs in
AMSTERDAM — Like the Nathan’s Hot Dog Eating Contest or a backyard barbecue, baseball has become almost synonymous with July 4. Movies such as “The Sandlot” or Frank Sinatra’s song “There Used to Be a Ballpark” have certainly helped further…
Why don’t the Mohawks host games on July 4? Team president weighs in
AMSTERDAM — Like the Nathan’s Hot Dog Eating Contest or a backyard barbecue, baseball has become almost synonymous with July 4. Movies such as “The Sandlot” or Frank Sinatra’s song “There Used to Be a Ballpark” have certainly helped further…
Why don’t the Mohawks host games on July 4? Team president weighs in
AMSTERDAM — Like the Nathan’s Hot Dog Eating Contest or a backyard barbecue, baseball has become almost synonymous with July 4. Movies such as “The Sandlot” or Frank Sinatra’s song “There Used to Be a Ballpark” have certainly helped further…