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Interns complete summer fellowship at MMRI
UTICA — Masonic Medical Research Institute officials recognized the achievements of 13 students during its annual Summer Fellowship graduation ceremony.
Utica school board places employee on paid administrative leave
UTICA — The Utica City School District Board of Education voted 7-0 to place an unnamed district employee on paid administrative leave Monday during a special meeting at the administration building.
SUNY Poly establishes $750,000 endowed nursing scholarship
UTICA — SUNY Polytechnic Institute and the Julia O. Wells Memorial Education Foundation, Inc. recently announced the establishment of a $750,000 permanently endowed scholarship, helping generations of nursing students pursue their education while strengthening the healthcare…
Utica CSD votes to not renew superintendent's contract
In a meeting of the Utica City School Board on Tuesday, the board voted 4-1 not to renew superintendent Dr. Christopher Spence's contract, according to the Daily Sentinel.
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.…
What is in superintendent's discrimination complaint against UCSD?
UTICA — The attorney for embattled Utica City School District Superintendent of Schools Christopher Spence has supplied the Daily Sentinel with his official complaint of discrimination and retaliation against the Utica City School District, members of its board of education…
Students build, fly drones at Rome STEM camp showcase
ROME — The best part of attending Drone Camp was getting to know her fellow participants, Addie Zysk of Utica said Friday at the Drone Camp Showcase in the SkyDome Hangar at the Innovare Advancement Center in Rome. And flying…
Utica City School District Denies Superintendent's Discrimination Claims
The Utica City School District Board of Education is disputing Dr. Christopher Spence’s claims of discrimination and retaliation.
Oneida County legislators approve $63.8 million MVCC operating budget
UTICA — The Oneida County Board of Legislators approved Mohawk Valley Community College’s $63.8 million operating budget for the 2026-27 fiscal year, including a county contribution of more than $9.3 million.