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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.
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.
Schuyler Street Train Tower gets renovation
UTICA, NY (WUTR/WFXV/WPNY) -- Just days ahead of Boilermaker weekend, a part of Utica's history is getting a makeover. The train tower on Schuyler Street in West Utica is getting a renovation, as shown in the video above. Originally on Oriskany Street, the tower was moved to its…
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…
More Than 70 Oneida County Restaurants Join 2026 Restaurant Week
Oneida County Restaurant Week returns with more than 70 local restaurants, breweries and cafés offering special menus, exclusive dishes, prizes and a finale celebration in Utica. Continue reading…
Fireworks 101: What Minerals Create Those Dazzling Colors?
Ever wonder how fireworks get their colors? Continue reading…
Cooling Centers Open Across Central New York During Heat Wave
Looking for a place to cool off? Here's a list of cooling centers in Utica, Rome, New Hartford and across Central New York during this week's heat wave. Continue reading…
Leaving Utica for the Fourth? Avoid These Travel Times
AAA expects record July 4 travel in 2026. See the best and worst times for Utica-area drivers to hit the road and avoid holiday traffic. Continue reading…