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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…
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…
How New York Small Business Development Centers Supported Area Counties in 2025
Small businesses and entrepreneurs in Herkimer, Oneida and Otsego counties received support last year through the New York Small Business Development Centers.
Women's Fund Offers 5 Grants for Women-Owned Businesses in Herkimer, Oneida Counties
Five grants of $5,000 each are available for women-owned businesses in Herkimer and Oneida counties.
Herkimer County Humane Society Board President Resigns
The president of the board of directors at the Herkimer County Humane Society has resigned.
2nd Annual Hunter's 221 Foundation Cruise-In Held in Ilion
Car enthusiasts gathered for the 2nd annual Hunter's 221 Foundation Cruise-In at the Matteson Hotel on Rt. 51 in Ilion on Sunday.
Simons brings agricultural voice to foundation board
UTICA — Benjamin Simons, a longtime Oneida County farmer and agricultural leader, has been appointed to the Board of Trustees of the Community Foundation of Herkimer and Oneida Counties, bringing decades of experience in farming, conservation and rural advocacy to…
Utica burger joint opens Old Forge location
OLD FORGE — A Utica smash burger joint is branching out with a new location in Old Forge.
Town of Columbia plans America 250th event ; Ceremony will honor Revolutionary War soldiers buried in town
COLUMBIA — Lt. Conrad Orendorf was captured twice and escaped both times, the second time on horseback, making it to Fort Plain before the horse collapsed and died from a tomahawk wound.
An Effort to Save the Adirondack Bears
Tom Murphy, famous Yellowstone wildlife photographer, is giving a talk at View in Old Forge to help raise money for a new bear sanctuary.
Skyecast: July 22
Tonight's featured pup is Ace from East Herkimer.
Old Forge Library to host Covey bridge program
OLD FORGE — The Old Forge Library will continue the Town of Webb Historical Association’s Local History Series with a presentation on “William Covey and the Covey Memorial Bridge” at 5 p.m. Thursday, July 23, at the library, 220 Crosby…