Mark your calendars and bring your appetite for fun — The Herkimer County Fair is back and bigger than ever! Set against the scenic backdrop of Herkimer County’s rolling hills, this beloved annual event blends agricultural heritage with family-friendly excitement. Whether you’re a lifelong local or just visiting Upstate New York, the Herkimer County Fair is your chance to experience the best of small-town charm, community spirit, and good old-fashioned fun.

Owner Dave Laskowski cited escalating operational costs and shifting patron trends as primary reasons for the closure. In a recent interview, he expressed gratitude to the community and emphasized the challenges faced by small entertainment venues in adapting to changing times.

One of their most exciting ventures is the revival of 5633 State Route 31, now officially named 31 West Plaza LLC. This small strip of storefronts, long overdue for renewal, is being transformed into a vibrant hub for small businesses. The Catellos’ plans include cleaning up the area, modernizing the storefronts, and creating an inviting space where local entrepreneurs can thrive.

Oneida County Executive Anthony J. Picente Jr. announced today that the 14th Annual Oneida County Intergenerational Spring Clean-Up saw...

"This initiative is about protecting our children and ensuring the safety of everyone in our school zones," Picente said. "The data we’ve gathered makes it clear that speeding in these areas is a serious issue, and we are taking proactive steps to address it. These warnings serve as a wake-up call—slow down and obey the speed limits before a tragedy occurs." Two speed monitoring units were dispatched in school zones in New Hartford and Whitesboro last month, and since then,

Oneida County Executive Anthony J. Picente Jr. announced today that Oneida County was successful in receiving a temporary restraining...

The Oneida Indian Nation, joined by elected officials, construction partners and community leaders, gathered today to raise the final beam for The Crescent Hotel, part of the $370 million Turning Stone Evolution. This massive expansion will build upon the resort’s existing amenities to make Turning Stone and Upstate New York premier destinations for business and leisure travel.

Chobani has announced it will build a $1.2 billion, 1.4 million square-foot manufacturing facility in the heart of Rome, bringing with it 1,000 new jobs and the promise of long-term economic revitalization. After a competitive, nationwide search, the iconic Greek yogurt brand chose the Griffiss Business and Technology Park in Rome as the future home of what Governor Kathy Hochul calls “the largest investment in natural food manufacturing in American history.”

A social media post showing a student with what appeared to be a handgun caused a brief scare at Vernon-Verona-Sherrill (VVS) H

$370 Million Turning Stone Evolution Sparks Economic Boom in Upstate NY with 32 New Business Partnerships

Our local news team members speculate this might be related to a vast amount of issues, from tight local competition, poor location in a hig

New York State Faces Flood Threat from Rapid Snow Melt and Rainfall As New York experiences an unexpected winter warm-up, Governor Kathy...

Verona, NY  – A dangerous intersection along Route 365 and Blackman Corners Road  is finally getting much-needed safety improvements as...

ONEIDA, N.Y. — A long-awaited transformation in downtown Oneida just took a giant leap forward. The Oneida Group, LLC, the developers...

UTICA, N.Y.  – Today, Utica celebrates 193 years  since officially becoming a city on February 13, 1832 . Over nearly two centuries,...

UTICA, N.Y. – The Utica Elks Lodge honored local heroes once again by hosting it' annual "Thank a Veteran Breakfast", serving 280 meals to v

Will the community of the VVS School District come together and build for the future or keep their minds and individual small communities...

Audit Reveals $16.2 Million in Improper Medicaid Payments by New York State Health Department

Oneida County Home Prices Surge in November—How Much Did They Rise? Newly released data from Realtor.com  for November reveals that home...

News of the alleged embezzlement has sent shockwaves through the Vernon Center community, where the fire department plays a crucial.