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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.

Munson adds programs to Burchfield exhibition
UTICA — Munson is offering a series of workshops, lectures, concerts and special events this summer to complement its exhibition, ‘Watercolor Stories: The Art of Charles E. Burchfield,’ on view through Sept. 13 at the museum, 310 Genesee Street.

Utica Jr. Blue Sox win first American Legion baseball district title with a sweep
UTICA — In their second year in American Legion senior baseball, the Utica Jr. Blue Sox have a District V title.

Jr. Blue Sox open District V Legion baseball championship series with wild Game One win
UTICA — The Utica Jr. Blue Sox put up eight runs in the first three innings but still had to hold off top-seeded New Hartford Post for a 11-9 win in the opening game of the best-of-three District V American…

Gillibrand visits Utica to speak out about rising grocery costs
UTICA — U.S. Sen. Kirsten Gillibrand, D-NY, made a stop in Utica on Friday to speak about rising grocery costs and how they are affecting New Yorkers across the state.

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…

MVCC plans adult learner information sessions
UTICA — Mohawk Valley Community College will host two SUNY Reconnect/Adult Learner Information Sessions for adults ages 20 and older who are considering college for the first time, returning to complete a degree or seeking new skills for career advancement.…

Permanent Deputy Chief Named at Utica Police Department
James Holt now holds the permanent title of deputy chief with the Utica Police Department.

Utica's Station 4 Firehouse Floor Repairs Moving Forward
Work is moving forward to reopen a firehouse in South Utica that has been closed for repairs.

New Hartford Post, Utica Jr. Blue Sox advance to District V Legion finals
UTCA — The District V American Legion Senior Division baseball championship series is set for the 2026 season.

Part of Utica's Genesee Street to Temporarily Close for Munson Arts Festival Steamrolling Event
Drivers can expect temporary changes in downtown traffic on Thursday as a unique art event takes over part of Genesee Street.

Bavarian Festival at Utica Maennerchor in Marcy This Weekend
Preparations are underway for the Bavarian Festival at the Utica Maennerchor, a club on Flanagan Road established by the German community in Utica.