The Lockout of the 20,000

In 1886, 20,000 knitting mill employees were locked out of their jobs by 50 mill owners in New York’s Mohawk Valley.

Parks & Trails New York Backs Benjamin R. Walsh to Lead NYS Canal Corporation

Mr. Walsh’s demonstrated leadership and commitment to inclusive economic development align closely with PTNY’s mission.

Featured Mohawk Valley Artist: Daniel Marrone

Daniel Marrone is a Mohawk Valley artist whose public work includes the mural at The Stone Soup American Bistro Beer Garden.

Central NY Crop and Dairy Days 2026

Cornell Cooperative Extension registration is now open for their annual winter meeting events, Dairy Day and Corn & Soybean Day.

Community Days Return to Hartwick’s Yager Museum

Hartwick College’s Yager Museum of Art and Culture will host its annual Community Days Saturday, December 13 to celebrate the holiday season.

Frosty Forest Fundraiser to Support Community Wellness Programs

Hoffman Wellness Collective (HWC) is launching its first-ever Frosty Forest Fundraiser, a new Ilion tradition beginning December 11, 2025.

Featured Mohawk Valley Artist: Maria Vallese

Maria Vallese is a Mohawk Valley artist whose public work includes the mural at The Players Theater, Utica Coffee, and Stone Soup American Bistro.

City of Amsterdam presents SantaCon!

The City of Amsterdam present Amsterdam’s SantaCon Saturday, December 13, 2025 beginning at 1:00 PM At multiple locations across the city!

Herkimer College to Hold SUNY Reconnect Information Session

Herkimer County Community College will hold a virtual SUNY Reconnect information session on Wednesday, December 10, 2025 at 5:30 p.m.

Governor Hochul Announces Additional $50 Million for Second Round of County Infrastructure Grant Program

Applications Now Open for County-Led Infrastructure Projects that Encourage Housing Growth, Placemaking and Tourism with Applications Due April 1, 2026