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'Pink the Park' Night raises over $5,000 for breast cancer fight
UTICA — The annual ‘Pink the Park’ game hosted by the Utica Blue Sox, Hannaford Supermarkets and the American Cancer Society raised over $5,000 for breast cancer research, education, advocacy and patient service programs on Wednesday, July 22, at Murnane…

Lt. Gov. Delgado Tours Utica Center for Development
Lieutenant Governor Antonio Delgado visited the Utica Center for Development to learn more about its work supporting veterans and families.

United Way launches MAP project to identify barriers, improve inclusion
UTICA — The United Way of the Mohawk Valley is inviting organizations, professionals, and community members to take part in the GAP Map Project, a collaborative effort to identify accessibility barriers, celebrate inclusive spaces, and build a comprehensive resource that…

Utica Volunteer Group Delivers 3,000th Free Bed to Local Child
A local volunteer group has delivered its 3,000th bed to a child in need.

Utica Walkathon Returns to F.T. Proctor Park for Its 2nd Year
The Utica Walkathon is finishing its second year with a series of free wellness and youth leadership activities at F.T. Proctor Park.

LIFE at RCIL plans ADA anniversary celebration
UTICA — Living Independently is For Everyone at RCIL will host a free community celebration marking the 36th anniversary of the Americans with Disabilities Act from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Thursday, July 30, at Utica City Hall and Hanna…

Blockworks Aims to Transform Utica's Mandeville Street
You might have noticed people cleaning up City of Utica parks who don't actually work for the City.

Utica SNUG Rally Held at Proctor Park After Shooting Incident
Community members gathered in Proctor Park to rally against gun violence following a recent shooting.

Flock Camera Program in Utica: What Residents Need to Know
At the monthly South Utica Neighborhood Association meeting, more than 20 residents heard from a Flock representative and members of the Utica Police Department about the Flock program and its use in the city.

New historic markers dedicated to notable Forest Hill Cemetery burials
UTICA — Two Revolutionary War-era figures buried at Forest Hill Cemetery were honored Thursday, July 9, with a dedication ceremony unveiling historic markers at their graves.

LIFE at RCIL celebrates 36 years of the ADA in Utica
UTICA — Living Independently for Everyone (LIFE) at the Resource Center for Independent Living (RCIL) celebrates the 36th anniversary of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) with a party from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Thursday, July 30, at…