A group of Texas Longhorns rest and graze at Albanese Longhorns in Cazenovia.

GALLERY: Madison County Open Farm Day - July 30, 2022

Monday, August 1
Open Farm Day in Madison County — July 30, 2022 — drew visitors to local farms ...
Trail bike racers in the 30 minute Tilden Hill Grinder series bike races in Vernon negotiate the bike trail Wednesday night.

GALLERY: Tilden Hill Grinder series trail bike racing in Vernon - July 27, 2022

Thursday, July 28
The Tilden Hill Grinder series trail bike racing in Vernon was four consecutive Wednesday nights in July.
Vietnam Veterans of America and Military Order of the Purple Heart salute during the ceremony during taps.

GALLERY: Oneida County Korean War Veterans Memorial Highway dedication ceremony - July 27, 2022

Wednesday, July 27
State Sen. Joseph Griffo, R-47, Rome, and Assemblywoman Marianne Buttenschon, D-119, Marcy, designated a portion of State Route 365 in …
Buddy, a golden retreiver, sits patiently with his owner Ryan during a dog show hosted by the Herkimer County Humane Society on Saturday at Central Plaza in Ilion. The show was part of a long list of events hosted during Ilion Days 2022 from July 16-24.

GALLERY: Dog show at Ilion Days - July 23, 2022

Saturday, July 23
Dogs and their owners participate in a dog show hosted by the Herkimer County Humane Society on Saturday at Central Plaza in Ilion. …
Women compete during opening night of the World Series of Bocce on Thursday at the Toccolana Club in Rome. The event returns after a two-year layoff during the pandemic.

GALLERY: World Series of Bocce in Rome - July 14-17, 2022

Monday, July 18
The World Series of Bocce returned to Rome on Thursday,  July 14 following a pandemic hiatus.
The Sylvan Beach Pirate's Parade makes its way down Main Street. Pictured are the American Legion Riders, some dressed in pirate garb, leading the parade.

GALLERY: Pirates Weekend parade in Sylvan Beach - July 16, 2022

Monday, July 18
Check out this photo gallery from  the 8th annual Pirates Weekend parade hosted on Saturday, July 16 in Sylvan Beach.
15K runner Aleksei Bingham crosses the finish line during the 45th Boilermaker Road Race on Sunday.

GALLERY: Boilermaker 45 staff favorites - July 10, 2022

Sunday, July 17
Craving more of the Boilermaker experience? We've got you covered with this gallery of staff favorites captured by Daily Sentinel …
The 2022 Boilermaker took place on Sunday, July 10 in Utica.

GALLERY: Boilermaker and the Burrstone Road experience - July 10, 2022

Sunday, July 10
On Sunday, July 10, runners took off from the starting line at Burrstone Road Bridge to race the last leg of the Boilermaker course.
New Hartford resident Nate Oczkowski crosses the finish line during the 5K race at the 45th Boilermaker Road Race on Sunday.

GALLERY: Boilermaker finish line - July 10, 2022

Sunday, July 10
In this gallery, thousands of runners make their way to the finish line during the 45th Boilermaker Road Race on Sunday, July 10 in …
Runners watch a flyover at the Saranac Post Race Party following the 45th Boilermaker Road Race in Utica.

GALLERY: Saranac Post Race Party - July 10, 2022

Sunday, July 10
The Saranac Post Race Party is a fun, unique, festive celebration held at the F.X. Matt  Brewing Co. after the race.  
Pictured are 15k runners on Memorial Parkway during the 45th Boilermaker Road Race.

GALLERY: Valley View and Parkway at the Boilermaker - July 10, 2022

Sunday, July 10
Throngs of onlookers  turned out to support Boilermaker runners making  their way along the course as it wound through the Valley …
Runners take off for the 45th Boilermaker Road Race on Sunday, July 10 in Utica.

GALLERY: Boilermaker starting line - July 10, 2022

Sunday, July 10
Runners take off for the Boilermaker Road Race's 15k in Utica on Sunday, July 10.
Boilermaker walk from MVCC through Proctor Park and back Saturday, July 9, 2022.

GALLERY: Boilermaker walk through Proctor Park Saturday, July 9, 2022

Saturday, July 9
Over 300 walkers participated in the Boilermaker walk from Mohawk Valley Community College through Proctor Park, and back Saturday, …
A young girl sprints toward the finish line during the Utica National Kids Run at Mohawk Valley Community College in Utica on Saturday.

GALLERY: Utica National Kids Run - July 9, 2022

Saturday, July 9
Children and their loved ones participate in the Utica National Kids Run at Mohawk Valley Community College in Utica on Saturday. The …
The midway is now open at the Madison County Fair which runs until Sunday, July 10.

GALLERY: Madison County Fair - July 7, 2022

Friday, July 8
The Madison County Fair is underway and runs until Sunday, July 10. ...
Taste of Oneida County saw hundreds of people flock to Verona Beach State Park on Friday, July 1 to sample and taste food from local businesses who set up their trucks and stalls. Pictured is one of the chefs of Cowboy BBQ, pulling a pan of smoked mac and cheese out for hungry customers.

GALLERY: Taste of Oneida County - July 1, 2022

Tuesday, July 5
Taste of Oneida County saw hundreds of people flock to Verona Beach State Park on Friday, July 1 to sample and taste food from local …
Utica's annual Fourth of July parade began at Our Lady of Lourdes Church on Genesee Street and continued on to Memorial Parkway, ending at the Parkway Recreation Center.

GALLERY: Utica Independence Day Parade - Monday, July 4, 2022

Monday, July 4
Utica's annual Fourth of July parade began at Our Lady of Lourdes Church on Genesee Street and continued on to Memorial Parkway, …
Oneida High School Class of 2022 graduation took place on June 25, 2022.

GALLERY: Oneida City School District Graduation - June 25, 2022

Tuesday, June 28
129 Oneida High School seniors said goodbye to their grade school days, graduating as the Class of 2022 on Saturday, June 25, in front …
Ryan Seymour II looks to the sky with joy as celebratory confetti rains down on the newly graduated Class of 2022 from Oriskany High School.

GALLERY: Oriskany Central School Graduation - June 24, 2022

Monday, June 27
It was a memorable day for Oriskany seniors as they transitioned from students to alumni during their graduation ceremony on Friday, …
Graduate Angelo DeBrango receives a scholarship during the annual commencement ceremony for Frankfort-Schuyler on Sunday at the Adirondack Bank Center at the Utica Memorial Auditorium.

GALLERY: Frankfort-Schuyler 2022 graduation - June 26, 2022

Monday, June 27
The annual commencement ceremony for Frankfort-Schuyler graduates took place on Sunday, June 26, 2022 at the Adirondack Bank Center at …
From left, graduates Mackenzy Doremus and Emma Donahue wave toward the crowd during the annual commencement ceremony for Central Valley Academy on Saturday at the Adirondack Bank Center at the Utica Memorial Auditorium.

GALLERY: Central Valley Academy 2022 graduation - June 25, 2022

Sunday, June 26
Central Valley Academy's Class of 2022 graduation ceremony was held Saturday, June 25 at Utica's Adirondack Bank Center.
The annual commencement ceremony for New Hartford High School graduates took place on Saturday at The Stanley Theatre in Utica.

GALLERY: New Hartford Central Schools graduation - June 25, 2022

Sunday, June 26
New Hartford Central Schools held its Class of 2022 graduation Saturday, June 25 at the Stanley Theatre in Utica.
The Vernon-Verona-Sherrill Central School graduation ceremony was held Friday, June 24, 2022 at Sheveron Stadium.

GALLERY: Vernon-Verona-Sherrill 2022 graduation - June 24, 2022

Saturday, June 25
The Vernon-Verona-Sherrill Central School graduation ceremony was held Friday, June 24, 2022 at Sheveron Stadium.
Pictured at the RFA graduation ceremony celebration is Jacob Pohorenec with his family. Pohorenec is joining the Marine Corps. after graduation.

GALLERY: Rome Free Academy 2022 graduation - June 25, 2022

Saturday, June 25
The 153rd annual commencement of Rome Free Academy was held June 25, 2022 at RFA Stadium.
Graduate Alyvia Pizer wears a cap in honor of her grandmother during the annual commencement ceremony for Herkimer High School on Friday.

GALLERY: Herkimer Central School District graduation - June 24, 2022

Saturday, June 25
The Herkimer Central School District conducted its  Class of 2022 commencement exercises on Friday, June 24, 2022.
The annual commencement ceremony for Thomas R. Proctor High School graduates took place on Friday at the Adirondack Bank Center at the Utica Memorial Auditorium.

GALLERY: Proctor High School graduation - June 24, 2022

Saturday, June 25
Utica's Thomas R. Proctor  High School Class of 2022 conducted its commencement exercises on Friday, June 24.
Madison Central's Class of 2022 start the next chapter of their lives, doffing their caps and celebrating their graduation on Friday, June 24.

GALLERY: Madison Central School Graduation - June 24, 2022

Saturday, June 25
Madison Central's Class of 2022 start the next chapter of their lives, by celebrating their graduation on Friday, June 24.
Pride flags and their variations were waved proudly as parade-goers marched down Albany Street in Cazenovia on Saturday, June 18.

GALLERY: Cazenovia's 2nd Annual Pride Fest - June 18, 2022

Tuesday, June 21
Cazenovia's second Annual Pride Fest took place with a variety of activities on Saturday, June 18.
The 91st Clinton Central School commencement, Saturday, June 18, 2022 at the high school auditorium.

GALLERY: Clinton Central School 2022 commencement - June 18, 2022

Saturday, June 18
The 91st Clinton Central School commencement, Saturday, June 18, 2022 at the high school auditorium.
Several seniors decorated their caps for their big day.

GALLERY: Camden Central School District high school graduation - June 17, 2022

Saturday, June 18
Camden's Class of 2022 moved on to another life chapter, as 163 graduates received their diplomas on Friday, June 17, 2022.
Megan Brinck hugs a fellow graduate after receiving her diploma during Whitesboro High School's 87th annual commencement ceremony for the class of 2022 on Saturday at the Adirondack Bank Center at the Utica Memorial Auditorium.

GALLERY: Whitesboro High School graduation ceremony - June 18, 2022

Saturday, June 18
Whitesboro High School conducted their 87th annual commencement ceremony for the class of 2022 on Friday at the Adirondack Bank Center …
Valedictorian Danil Donchuk is recognized during New York Mills' annual commencement ceremony for the class of 2022 on Friday at Union Free School in New York Mills.

GALLERY: New York Mills graduation ceremony - June 17, 2022

Saturday, June 18
New York Mills conducted their annual commencement ceremony for the class of 2022 on Friday at Union Free School in New York Mills. …
Holland Patent Central Schools conducted the 143rd commencement exercises on Friday, June 17, 2022.

GALLERY: Holland Patent Central School Graduation - June 17, 2022

Saturday, June 18
Holland Patent Central Schools conducted the 143rd commencement exercises on Friday, June 17, 2022.
Westmoreland High School graduating seniors participated in the school's 119th annual commencement, starting the latest chapter of their lives on Friday, June 17.

GALLERY: Westmoreland High School Graduation - June 17, 2022

Saturday, June 18
Westmoreland High School graduating seniors participated in the school's 119th annual commencement, starting the latest chapter of …
The inaugural Jewish cultural festival "Jewtica" kicked off on Sunday, June 12 with hundreds in attendance at the Jewish Community Center in Utica. People came from all over to share in the culture, taste delicious foods, and learn something new. Jeffrey Yoskowitz, left, speaks with attendees about Jewish cooking and recipes. Yoskowitz gave a demonstration and had attendees follow along as he demonstrated recipes for pickles.

GALLERY: Inaugural Jewtica festival at the Jewish Community Center - June 12, 2022

Monday, June 13
The inaugural Jewish cultural festival "Jewtica" kicked off on Sunday, June 12 with hundreds in attendance at the Jewish Community …
After a hiatus, the Parade of Champions returned with the International Boxing Hall of Fame Weekend in Canastota, on Sunday, June 12, 2022. Pictured is Hall of Fame Inductee Laila Ali.

GALLERY: Boxing Hall of Fame weekend Parade of Champions - June 12, 2022

Sunday, June 12
After a hiatus, the Parade of Champions returned with the International Boxing Hall of Fame Weekend in Canastota, on Sunday, June 12, …
Adirondack player Isaac Croneiser receives a hug after losing the state Class C semifinal game to Chatham 5-0 on Friday at Binghamton University.

GALLERY: Adirondack loses state Class C semifinal to Chatham - June 10, 2022

Friday, June 10
Adirondack battled Chatham for the state Class C semifinal on Friday, June 10 at Binghamton University. The Wildcats lost 5-0 and were …
Utica's Notre Dame Junior/Senior High School Class of 2022 ushered in the next chapter of their lives at the annual commencement on Friday, June 10, 2022. Students adorn their caps for graduation.

GALLERY: Notre Dame Junior/Senior High School graduation - June 10, 2022

Friday, June 10
Utica's Notre Dame Junior/Senior High School Class of 2022 ushered in the next chapter of their lives at the annual commencement on …
Large yellow tents housed all sorts of makes and wares during the Madison-Bouckville June Antique Show. Pictured here are various knick-knacks and lighting fixtures.

GALLERY: Madison-Bouckville June Antique Show - June 5, 2022

Monday, June 6
Offering just a taste of what's to come in August, Madison-Bouckville antique dealers presented to pickers at the annual June Antique …
The Transcaspian Urial is the modern domestic sheep's ancestor, according to Utica Zoo.

GALLERY: Utica Zoo’s Wine in the Wilderness - June 4, 2022

Monday, June 6
Hundreds came out to the Utica Zoo's 22nd annual Wine in the Wilderness event on Saturday, June 4, which allowed guests 21 years or …
New Hartford player Olivia Vitullo (23) celebrates with teammate Taylor Raux (1) after making a play in the outfield during the Section III Class A final against Auburn on Thursday at Onondaga Community College.

GALLERY: New Hartford and Notre Dame softball finals - June 2, 2022

Thursday, June 2
New Hartford beat Auburn 6-3 to win the Section III Class A final and Notre Dame lost to Sandy Creek 7-3 in the Section III Class C …
Adirondack vs Westmoreland in Section III Class C Championship game.

GALLERY: Adirondack defeats Westmoreland in Section III Class C Championship game - May 31, 2022

Wednesday, June 1
Adirondack took on undefeated Westmoreland in the Section III Class C baseball final on Tuesday, May 31, 2022 at OCC. Adirondack won …
Oriskany players celebrate after beating Poland 5-4 in the Section III Class D final on Tuesday at Carrier Field in Syracuse.

GALLERY: Oriskany beats Poland in Section III Class D title - May 31, 2022

Tuesday, May 31
Oriskany battled Poland for the Section III Class D softball final on Tuesday, May 31, 2022, in Syracuse. Oriskany won 5-4.
Lyra Williams chases candy while holding an American flag during Utica's annual Memorial Day Parade on Monday. The parade started on Genesee Street in front of St. Elizabeth Hospital, continued north on Genesee Street and then east on the Memorial Parkway; ending at the Parkway Recreation Center.

GALLERY: Memorial Day Parade in Utica - May 30, 2022

Monday, May 30
Parade-goers attend Utica's annual Memorial Day Parade on Monday. The parade started on Genesee Street in front of St. Elizabeth …
The city of Oneida held its Memorial Day Parade on Friday, May 27, honoring those who served in the armed services and are no longer with us.

GALLERY: Oneida City Memorial Day Parade - May 27, 2022

Monday, May 30
The city of Oneida held its annual Memorial Day Ceremony and Parade on Friday, May 27. Oneida residents turned out to remember those …
The Oneida Community Mansion House hosted its first annual Classic Car Show on Saturday, May 21, 2022.

GALLERY: Classic Car Show at Oneida Community Mansion House - May 21, 2022

Saturday, May 21
The Oneida Community Mansion House (OCMH) welcomed guests for the first time to its first annual classic car show on Saturday, May 21, …
The Oneida Parks and Recreation Department's "Through the Looking Glass" event featured members of the Bogardus Performing Art Center and the city taking the role of beloved characters of "Alice in Wonderland," with actors taking center stage in storefronts through the city.

GALLERY: "Through the Looking Glass" with Oneida Parks and Recreations - May 20, 2022

Saturday, May 21
The Oneida Parks and Recreations Department held its "Through the Looking Glass" event in collaboration with the Bogardus Performing …
Fans gather in the Adirondack Bank Center before the start of the game between the Utica Comets and Springfield Thunderbirds on Saturday, Feb. 5. (Sentinel photo by Alex Cooper)

GALLERY: The Sentinel's favorite Comets photos from the 2021-2022 season

Friday, May 20
The Utica Comets were eliminated from the Calder Cup playoffs on Thursday, May 19 at the hands of the Rochester Amerks. We look back …
FRONT OF THE PACK — 10-year-old Liam Flint, a fourth-grader at North Broad Elementary takes off at a dead sprint for the Husky Hustle 5k Fun Run and Walk at Verona Beach State Park. The Husky Hustle raises money for the North Broad Elementary PTO.

GALLERY: North Broad Husky Hustle 5k Fun Run and Walk - May 14, 2022

Monday, May 16
Local residents came out in force for North Broad Elementary's Husky Hustle 5k Fun Run and Walk on Saturday, May 14 at Verona Beach …
Cazenovia College held its 197th commencement ceremony on May 14.

GALLERY: Cazenovia College Graduation - May 14, 2022

Monday, May 16
Nearly 200 graduates lined the inner-campus lawn at Cazenovia College on Saturday, May 14, 2022 to celebrate completing their …