News from June 2009

Mohawk Valley Chamber Calls for New York State Senate to get back to work

UTICA- In April of 2009 the Mohawk Valley Chamber of Commerce officially took a position of No Confidence in New York State Government. This position statement was based upon several years’ public policy positions seeking reform, transparency, and accountability of New York State Government. This position was supported by referenced documents and statistics that clearly [...]

To the Editor: Our Leaders Should Stand for the Pledge

To the Editor: Recently, I was surprised to see a photo by Tim Roske of the AP that showed some New York State Senators sitting during the Pledge of Allegiance in Albany on June 23rd. No matter who’s in charge in Albany, I think it’s offensive for all our “leaders” to not stand up [...]

St. Elizabeth Medical Center School of Radiography Graduates Technologists

UTICA — Ten new radiologic technologists received diplomas on Friday, June 26 at the St. Elizabeth Medical Center School of Radiography’s 45th annual commencement exercises. The ceremonies began at 6 p.m. in the St. Elizabeth College of Nursing building. Commencement speaker was Kristin Nelson, R.T. (R), Clinical Instructor, Mohawk Correctional Facility. The graduate address was [...]

The Murray Brook Frog

Caption: In 1908 the total construction cost for this bridge over the Barge Canal in Sylvan Beach was $9,643.00. To replace the Wood River Bridge today, which is a much smaller bridge, it would cost $1,958,320.00. I wonder how much of that money is for red tape, bureaucrats and endless studies? My goodness our [...]

Treasure Isle RV Park Awarded Good Sam Park Status

Oneida Lake/Sylvan Beach Area’s Only Good Sam Park BLOSSVALE, NY–Treasure Isle RV Park located just east of Sylvan Beach, has been named as Oneida Lake, Sylvan Beach area’s only Good Sam Park by Trailer Life Directory. “This is quite an accomplishment for only being in our seventh season,” said Treasure Isle owner Susan Love. In [...]

Calling All Clowns

Were you called the class clown? Ever think about putting on a red nose? Join us for the first night of a new local clown club. You don’t want to miss the chance to learn and grow with a group of clowns. We will also help community events w/our skills! Meetings will be monthly. The [...]

DWI arrest – Town of Paris, Oneida County

The State Police in Marcy arrested Troy W. Krum, age 40 of Brookfield NY, for DWI following a V & T stop for speeding on State Rt 8 in the Town of Paris, Oneida County. Krum was processed at Marcy (.12% BAC results) and was issued traffic tickets for DWI, speeding, and cracked windshield/visibility distorted. [...]

Free Back Safety Workshop July 7

Part of community health Series New Hartford, NY; Drs Adam & Valerie Ellis will be offering a FREE BACK SAFETY workshop at their office in the Utica Business Park, 122 Business Park Dr on Tuesday, July 7 at 6pm. This workshop discuss good back mechanics for around the home, from yard work to playing with [...]

Winfield Earns Highest Honors at Skidmore College

SARATOGA SPRINGS, NY (06/11/2009)(readMedia)– The following local student earned highest honors for the spring semester at Skidmore College: Clarissa Winfield, Class of 2010. She is the daughter of Kevin and Kelly Labor of Oriskany Falls. Highest honors are awarded for a quality point ratio of 3.670 or more from a possible 4.0. Honors are awarded [...]

Fritz’s Polka Band Garners Nominations in International Music Contest

Jagermeister-sponsored, Fritz’s Polka Band (FPB) from Verona, NY, has been nominated for the 2009 Just Plain Folks Music Awards by the Just Plain Folks Music Organization (JPFMO). After receiving over 42,000 albums and 560,000 songs from 160 countries, the JPFMO announced the nominations for Best Song in 80 Genres and Best Album in 93 categories. [...]

News from June 2009

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