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Tom Cartrucko hits the speed bag at 50 Forward Mohawk Valley in Verona Beach.
Rock Steady Boxing punches back against Parkinson's disease
For 30 years, math teacher William Angell drilled into his students the importance of precision and accuracy, skills he honed in mastering the construction of intricate craftsman style furniture. Two … more
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AAA urges automakers to listen to consumers and improve what is currently available before focusing on future technology.
AAA says consumer skepticism toward self-driving features justified
UTICA — In AAA’s latest survey of attitudes about automated vehicles, drivers overwhelmingly want automakers to improve the performance of existing driver support features rather than develop … more
Students receive information on health and wellness during a community health fair at the Frankfort-Schuyler Junior/Senior High School, 605 Palmer St., Frankfort, this week.
Frankfort-Schuyler hosts health fair
FRANKFORT — The Frankfort-Schuyler Community Health and Wellness Fair took place this week to highlight the importance of individuals taking care of their mental, physical and emotional well-being. … more
May is Community Action Month and the Community Action Partnership for Madison County is celebrating by shining a spotlight on the different programs the CAP offers.
CAP for Madison County observes Community Action Month
CANASTOTA — Community Action Partnership for Madison County is part of a national network of Community Action agencies who are committed to changing people’s lives and improving communities. May is … more
Runners take off for America’s Greatest Heart Run and Walk on Saturday, May 7 from Accelerate Sports, running the 5k to raise awareness and support for heart health
Heart Run & Walk makes triumphant return
WHITESBORO — When Steve Gassner asked if anyone missed the snow, it was quiet. But when the countdown ended and the music at the start line of America’s Greatest Heart Run & Walk started up … more
From left, Adelisa Muskic and Alexandria Tobin talk with instructor Stephanie Monahan at St. Elizabeth College of Nursing during class on Friday, April 22.
Local nursing programs hopeful for future
A “Burnout Crisis,” as a recent New York Times article calls it, describes the impact of the pandemic’s impending strain on the healthcare workforce. As staff shortages continue among COVID … more
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View of the new downtown hospital in Utica is shown in this recent construction photo.
MVHS and nurses union reach contract agreement
UTICA — Officials from Mohawk Valley Health System (MVHS) and the New York State Nurses Association (NYSNA), which represents the registered nurses at St. Elizabeth Hospital, have reached an … more
COMMUNITY PROJECT — The Lake Delta Kiwanis Club, in conjunction with with the Mohawk Valley Health System and the Rome Branch of the NAACP, hosted a breakfast informational gathering at the Zion Church on Sunday. Members of the club prepared and served a healthy and nutritious breakfast. Rome Branch President Jackie Nelson, right, hosted the event along with members from the MVHS. Free COVID-19 test kits were distributed to guests and a blood pressure screening and information on heart disease causes and symptoms was also provided.
SNAPSHOT: Lake Delta Kiwanis Club, MVHS, NAACP host community gathering
The Lake Delta Kiwanis Club, in conjunction with with the Mohawk Valley Health System and the Rome Branch of the NAACP, hosted a breakfast informational gathering at the Zion Church. more
From left, Tera Davis, front, Ryan LeoGrande and John Nogas, the 2022 Red Cap Ambassadors, during the kickoff to the event on March 4. The Red Cap Ambassadors were joined by Tera’s father, Mark Connolly, far left. Photo submitted
Red Cap ambassadors promote heart health
This year’s Red Cap Ambassadors of America’s Greatest Heart Run & Walk are: • Ryan LeoGrande, an economic development program specialist at Empire State Development and father of three. As … more
The annual America’s Greatest Heart Run & Walk fundraiser for the American Heart Association will return in-person on Saturday, May 7, at a new location – Accelerate Sports, 5241 Judd Road, Whitesboro.
America's Greatest Heart Run and Walk making a comeback
WHITESBORO — The annual America’s Greatest Heart Run & Walk fundraiser for the American Heart Association will return in-person on Saturday, May 7, at a new location – Accelerate … more
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The federal Centers for Disease Control and Prevention in its most recent advisory on COVID-19 levels is urging the wearing of masks in nearly 40 counties in New York, including most of Upstate New York, including the Mohawk Valley region.
Federal COVID-19 map recommends masks for many upstate counties
The federal Centers for Disease Control and Prevention in its most recent advisory on COVID-19 levels is urging the wearing of masks in nearly 40 counties in New York, including most of Upstate New … more
Rome Health receives $1M FEMA grant
ROME — Rome Health received a grant through the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) for $1.03 million. The grant reimburses the hospital for extraordinary expenses incurred as a result of … more
IMPROVEMENTS PLANNED — Lewis County General Hospital, shown here in a file photo, broke ground last week for a $30 million capital project, including a new surgical center.
Event marks $50M capital program in Lewis County
LOWVILLE — Lewis County officials celebrated a $50 million capital program investment in Lewis County with a groundbreaking ceremony last week for one of the program’s major projects — a more … more
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Spring youth turkey weekend is this weekend, April 23-24 — and the regular season arrives shortly after, from May 1-31. There are some important things to know before heading out into the wilderness in search of a turkey to harvest.
OUTDOOR COLUMN: Try turkey hunting this year
It’s a good year to try something new. Turkey hunting can challenge even the seasoned hunter, plus it is a great excuse to get up early and get outside. Spring youth turkey weekend is quickly … more
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States are debating whether to make it more difficult for students to avoid vaccinations for religious or philosophical reasons amid the worst measles outbreak in decades, but children using such waivers are outnumbered in many states by those who give no excuse for lacking shots. Data reported to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention shows a majority of unvaccinated or undervaccinated kindergartners in 10 of 27 states reporting were allowed to enroll in school without any exemption.
Rates for measles, other vaccinations dip for kindergartners
The portion of U.S. children getting routine vaccinations required for kindergarten dipped slightly during the pandemic. A government report released Thursday looked at vaccination rates for the 2020-21 school year. It shows rates were close to 94% for measles, whooping cough and chickenpox vaccinations. That was down 1% from a year earlier. It means 35,000 U.S. children entered kindergarten without evidence of complete vaccination for extremely contagious diseases. That raises concerns for potential increase in those diseases. The federal Centers for Disease Control and Prevention says there are so far no signs of any outbreaks. more
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In a Wednesday news conference, Gov. Kathy Hochul said for the time being, existing mask wearing rules would remain in place for public transit stations, adult care/ nursing homes, correctional facilities and other facilities. This, as the governor acknowledged the state is experiencing a slight uptick in COVID-19 infections.
Omicron subvariants drive current rise in infections across state
Now fully two years since the coronavirus pandemic blazed into New York State, officials are still putting out hotspots, when they really wish to knock it down for good, indicated Gov. Kathy Hochul … more
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AT WORK IN THE LAB — SUNYPoly Assistant Professor of Biology Adam McLain with Assistant Professor Lauren Endres are shown at work in the lab recently. SUNY Poly has received more than $105,000 from the National Institute on Aging, a division of the National Institutes of Health (NIH) as part of an overall $439,000 collaborative research effort, to study the aging process at the molecular level.
SUNY Polytechnic receives funds to study aging process
UTICA/ALBANY — The State University of New York Polytechnic Institute has announced Assistant Professor of Biology Adam McLain with Assistant Professor Lauren Endres have received more than $105,000 … more
In a recent report, several medical groups have warned that pandemic isolation from school closures and lack of social gatherings has taken a toll on young people’s mental health.
Pandemic took a toll on teen mental health, US study says
More than 4 in 10 U.S. high school students said they felt persistently sad or hopeless during the pandemic, according to government findings released Thursday. Several medical groups have warned … more
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THOUSANDS SEEK TRANSPLANTS — A nurse picks up a cooler containing human tissue at the Lions Eye Institute in Tampa, Fla., in this Associated Press file photo. More than 8,500 New York residents are waiting for an organ transplant that can save their life, according to a review of state data by Excellus BlueCross BlueShield.
New York has nation’s highest need for organ donors, insurer reports
More than 8,500 New York state residents are waiting for an organ transplant that can save their life, according to a review of state data by Excellus BlueCross BlueShield. Unfortunately, time will … more
ROBOTICS SURGERY — Members of Community Memorial’s surgical team stand with Dr. Richelle Takemoto and President and CEO Jeff Coakley, along with the new robotics equipment.
Community Memorial Hospital launches Robotic Surgery Program
HAMILTON — Community Memorial Hospital has launched its new Robotic Surgery Program through a partnership with Hamilton Orthopedics Spine and Sports Medicine with the VELYS Robotic-Assisted Solution. … more
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