Mark Doherty
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Utica, NY, United States
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Donations bring smiles to kids
Every summer, Operation Sunshine helps area children from low-income families go to summer camp thanks to the generosity of so many Mohawk Valley residents.But with school set to end in a few weeks, the Observer-Dispatch charity’s campaign has only raised $7,837 of its new $75,000 goal.“This puts us a bit behind where we were last year,” Observer-Dispatch Opinions Editor Dave Dudajek said. “Not… → Read More
Utica Police Department awards members at annual ceremony
UTICA — The Utica Police Department honored its officers Thursday morning for their outstanding efforts to protect and serve the local → Read More
O-D honors Teen All-Stars at annual breakfast
WHITESBORO — Twenty-five of the best and the brightest local high school students gathered Tuesday morning at the Hart’s Hill Inn for → Read More
'ICAN': Kids Oneida rebrands name
UTICA — Kids Oneida officials announced Thursday morning that they have rebranded its name to Integrated Community Alternatives Network, or ICAN.With the new name, officials say the change best represents what they do as they continue to serve families."While the organization's vision and mission of empowering individuals and families remains the same, the depth and breadth of services we offer… → Read More
Kids Oneida rebrands name
UTICA — Kids Oneida officials announced Thursday morning that they have rebranded its name to Integrated Community Alternatives Network, or ICAN.With the new name, officials say the change best represents what they do as they continue to serve families."While the organization's vision and mission of empowering individuals and families remains the same, the depth and breadth of services we offer… → Read More
OpSun: Kamp Kiwanis gears up for another summer
As the summer camp season kickoff is just a month or two away for some area locations, some of the people can be found working behind the scenes in preparation.Such places like Kamp Kiwanis — which receives funds for camperships from Operation Sunshine, a charity run by the Observer-Dispatch — is hosting a work weekend May 16-18 to put finishing touches on the camp property.Rebecca L. Clemence,… → Read More
Heart Run founder Lewicki dies at 88
If you've ever particiated in America's Greatest Heart Run and Walk, you owe the experience to Lawrence Lewicki.Lewicki — who would have turned 89 on March 21 — was the founder of Utica's annual Heart Run, something many people in the community would tell you he was proud of starting.He died Tuesday, surrounded by his family in Virginia.The history behind the run dates back 46 years.Lewicki was… → Read More
Oneida County History Center to host 14th annual telethon
UTICA — Join the Oneida County History Center for its 14th annual telethon Thursday.The center’s telethon, the society’s largest fundraiser, will be broadcast from 6:30 to 8 p.m. on WUTR-TV.The telethon will take place at the history center at 1608 Genesee St. and will be hosted by longtime emcee Joe Kelly and Mohawk Valley Living’s Sharry Whitney. Members of the public are invited to tune in at… → Read More
Massive fire at Rome pet store
ROME — Fire officials are fighting a massive fire that broke out early Thursday morning at Peterson's Exotic Pets.Calls came in at around 4:15 a.m. → Read More
Boilermaker announces 2019 registration for 42nd road race
UTICA — The Boilermaker Road Race announced its registration dates, rules and its pricing structure for the 42nd annual road race during a news conference Tuesday.Race Director Jim Stasaitis said this year's race caps will remain the same as last year's: 14,500 for the 15K presented by Excellus BlueCross BlueShield and 4,500 for the Carbone 5K.Early Access Registration will begin at 12 p.m.… → Read More
Boilermaker Road Race announces 2019 registration dates
UTICA — The Boilermaker Road Race has announced the registration dates, rules and pricing structure for the 42nd annual road race this summer. → Read More
Boilermaker Road Race unveils 2019 registration dates
UTICA — The Boilermaker Road Race has announced the registration dates, rules and pricing structure for the 42nd annual road race this summer.Race Director Jim Stasaitis said Tuesday that the number of runners eligible to participate in this year’s race — scheduled for Sunday, July 14 — is the same as last year: 14,500 for the 15K and 4,500 for the 5K.Stasaitis said this year’s registration… → Read More
71 sworn in as new US citizens
UTICA — Seventy-one individuals representing 17 nations from around the world were sworn in as new citizens Thursday, Feb. 7, at a naturalization ceremony at U.S. District Court. → Read More
Griffo presents awards to Oneida County area community leaders
NEW HARTFORD — Several community members received New York State Senate Commendation Awards on Wednesday during a ceremony at the Oneida-Herkimer- → Read More
Power outage caused by crash in New Hartford
NEW HARTFORD — A crash on French Road knocked out power for nearly 3,000 customers, according to the National Grid power outage map.New Hartford Town Supervisor Paul Miscione stated that the power should be back on sometime in the afternoon.The outage occured at about 11:30 a.m., according to the Oneida County 911 log. → Read More
Power returned to New Hartford residents following crash
NEW HARTFORD — After a power outage late Wednesday morning, about 3,000 residents had their power restored, according to National Grid.The outage occured at about 11:30 a.m., according to the Oneida County 911 log.The New Hartford Police Department said the power outage was due to a property damage accident with a utility pole down. → Read More
Utica Mayor’s Gala to benefit Oneida-Lewis Arc
UTICA — This year’s Mayor’s Gala will benefit The Arc, Oneida-Lewis Chapter, Mayor Robert Palmieri and his wife, Susan, announced Wednesday.The event has been done annually to support a community initiative. The non-profit organization will be using the gala proceeds to relocate and expand its Chefs Express program — which will serve as a training site for people with developmental disabilities… → Read More
Road repairs continue after water main break
UTICA — Road crews are expected to continue repairing damage to Oriskany Street on Thursday, two days after a significant water main → Read More
TRAFFIC ALERT: Major water main break at John St., Oriskany Blvd.
UTICA — Utica police say that due to a significant water main break at John Street and Oriskany Boulevard, motorists should avoid the following → Read More
TRAFFIC ALERT: Major water main break at John St., Oriskany St.
UTICA — Utica police say that due to a significant water main break at John Street and Oriskany Street, motorists should avoid the following → Read More