Small businesses across the region are changing the way they operate as rising costs, long-overdue technology upgrades and local approval processes become harder to ignore.

Celebrate Independence Day at Utica's annual Fourth of July Parade. Watch community groups, marching bands, and patriotic displays make their way through the city before concluding at Roscoe Conkling Park.

three days of family fun at the Vernon Downs Independence Carnival! Enjoy exciting rides, thrilling attractions, carnival games, delicious fair food, and fun for all ages.

Turning Stone’s award-winning Ska:na: Spa celebrates its 10th anniversary, honoring Oneida culture while ranking among the top resort spas nationwide.

𝘈𝘭𝘭 𝘱𝘦𝘳𝘴𝘰𝘯𝘴 𝘢𝘤𝘤𝘶𝘴𝘦𝘥 𝘰𝘧 𝘤𝘳𝘪𝘮𝘦𝘴 𝘢𝘳𝘦 𝘱𝘳𝘦𝘴𝘶𝘮𝘦𝘥 𝘪𝘯𝘯𝘰𝘤𝘦𝘯𝘵 𝘶𝘯𝘵𝘪𝘭 𝘱𝘳𝘰𝘷𝘦𝘯 𝘨𝘶𝘪𝘭𝘵𝘺 𝘪𝘯 𝘢 𝘤𝘰𝘶𝘳𝘵 𝘰𝘧 𝘭𝘢𝘸. ***𝘗𝘭𝘦𝘢𝘴𝘦 𝘯𝘰𝘵𝘦 𝘵𝘩𝘢𝘵 𝘵𝘩𝘦 𝘤𝘰𝘮𝘮𝘦𝘯𝘵𝘴 𝘦𝘹𝘱𝘳𝘦𝘴𝘴𝘦𝘥 𝘰𝘯 𝘵𝘩𝘪𝘴 𝘴𝘪𝘵𝘦 𝘥𝘰 𝘯𝘰𝘵 𝘳𝘦𝘧𝘭𝘦𝘤𝘵 𝘵𝘩𝘦 𝘰𝘱𝘪𝘯𝘪𝘰𝘯𝘴 𝘢𝘯𝘥 𝘱𝘰𝘴𝘪𝘵𝘪𝘰𝘯 𝘰𝘧 𝘵𝘩𝘦 𝘖𝘯𝘦𝘪𝘥𝘢 𝘊𝘪𝘵𝘺 𝘗𝘰𝘭𝘪𝘤𝘦 𝘋𝘦𝘱𝘢𝘳𝘵𝘮𝘦𝘯𝘵 𝘰𝘳 𝘪𝘵𝘴 𝘰𝘧𝘧𝘪𝘤𝘦𝘳𝘴 𝘢𝘯𝘥 𝘦𝘮𝘱𝘭𝘰𝘺𝘦𝘦𝘴. 𝘈𝘭𝘭 𝘤𝘳𝘪𝘮

On Monday, June 15, 2026, members of the Oneida Police Department executed a search warrant at a residence on West Elm Street following an extensive six-month narcotics investigation.

Officials say the closure is a precautionary measure to protect swimmers, families, and pets from possible exposure to unsafe water conditions. Harmful algal blooms, often referred to as HABs, can appear as green, blue-green, yellow, brown, or reddish discoloration on the surface of the water. In some cases, the water may look like spilled paint or pea soup.

Investigators believe the deceased may be connected to a missing person case reported to the Rome Police Department on May 24, 2026. Positive identification remains pending confirmation by the Onondaga County Medical Examiner’s Office.

A 16-year-old male has been charged with (2) hate crime offenses after an investigation was conducted by the Oneida County Sheriff's Office Juvenile Aid Unit.

Verona Field Days will return in June 2026 for a three-day community celebration filled with live music, rides, a parade, fireworks, and family-friendly fun.

On May 6th, 2026, at approximately 3:12 AM, members of the Road Patrol Division responded to an address in the City of Oneida, regarding a dispute that occurred in the Town of Vernon. Upon arrival, Deputies learned that during a dispute, the victim's 2012 Chevrolet Silverado was damaged by the suspect, utilizing a sledgehammer.

On May 23, 2026, at approximately 9:03 p.m., State Police responded to a one-vehicle fatal crash on State Route 12 near Albro Road in the town of Hamilton.

Tucked deep within the Adirondack Mountains, Old Forge has long been a favorite destination for travelers seeking outdoor adventure, family attractions, and small-town charm. Whether visiting for a weekend or planning a longer Adirondack getaway, Old Forge offers experiences that appeal to all ages and seasons. Here are three of the best places to visit when exploring Old Forge, New York. 1. Enchanted Forest Water Safari Known as “America’s Largest Water Theme Park,” Enchante

he Herkimer County Fair will return this summer with a full slate of traditional attractions, family-friendly entertainment, and community pride, as organizers announce the 2026 fair theme: “Celebrating America’s 250 Years!”

Sylvan Beach may be small in size, but this lakeside gem on the eastern shore of Oneida Lake is packed with charm, history, and plenty to do. Whether you’re visiting for a day or making it your summer getaway, here are five spots you won’t want to miss.