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CARDILLO — Joseph P. Cardillo on July 24, 2026. Visitation 3:30-5 p.m., Fri., at Scala, Roefaro & Karboski Funeral Home, 1122 Culver Ave., Utica. Service 5 p.m. Graveside Service 11 a.m., Sat., Aug. 1, at Beaches Bridge Cemetery, Watson, NY.
Energy Zone to mark grand opening of pollinator garden
UTICA — The New York Power Authority will host “Create and Cultivate,” a family-friendly event comprised of such activities as painting and planting pots, a community engagement mural, a scavenger hunt and tours of the new pollinator garden from 3…
Junior Legion Jr. Blue Sox capture District V championship
UTICA — The Junior Legion Jr. Blue Sox are headed back to the New York State Tournament after a 6-5 walk-off victory over Lowville Post to capture the 2026 District V Championship on Saturday at Murnane Field.
Utica Stampede Rodeo and Expo returns for two nights
UTICA — The Utica Stampede Rodeo and Expo presented by Mastrovito Chevrolet returns for two action-packed nights at 7 p.m. Friday, July 31 and Saturday, Aug. 1 at the Adirondack Bank Center, 400 Oriskany St. West.
Kemble Park Hosts Utica's 1st King of the Hill: Cornhill Classic Basketball Tournament
The first-ever King of the Hill: Cornhill Classic basketball tournament is bringing excitement to the City of Utica.
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 Art Association announces exhibition award winners
UTICA — The Utica Art Association has announced the award winners for “The Utica Palette: An Open Exhibition,” on display through Aug. 1 at the Gallery at the Utica Public Library, 303 Genesee St.
$100,000 Miracle Drawing to host special ticket sale
UTICA — The Mohawk Valley Health System Foundation will host a one-day ticket sale event from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Tuesday, July 28, at Chanatry’s Hometown Market, 485 French Road.
Players Theatre holding auditions for 'She Loves Me'
UTICA — There will be open auditions for the musical "She Loves Me" at 6 p.m. Sunday, July 26, and Tuesday, July 28, at Players Theatre, 1108 State St.
Buttenschon reflects on legislative accomplishments, calls public safety 'top priority'
UTICA — Public safety remains the foundation of economic development, Assemblywoman Marianne Buttenschon told local business leaders on Wednesday as she reflected on the recently concluded legislative session.
Utica burger joint opens Old Forge location
OLD FORGE — A Utica smash burger joint is branching out with a new location in Old Forge.
Utica Police welcome six new recruits, promote five officers
UTICA — The Utica Police Department welcomed six new officers to its ranks with a ceremony at City Hall on Friday — and recognized five veteran officers with promotions, including a new deputy chief, James Holt, and captain, Starr Wooden.