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July's Boilermaker 15K is sold out, but you might still have a chance to make the field
The Boilermaker 15K Road Race has officially sold out, but organizers have cited several opportunities for potential participants to still get to the starting line. “First and foremost, we’d like to thank Boilermaker Nation for their continued support,” said Boilermaker President Mark Donovan in a statement. “The Boilermaker is known as ‘America’s Best 15K Road Race’ because of the amazing group of runners who bless us with their presence year in and year out.”
Driver Leon Bailey wins seven races including features at Vernon Downs
VERNON — Driver Leon Bailey was in seventh heaven for the second time in his career as he won seven races including the co-features on Saturday night at Vernon Downs. Bailey guided Warrawee Unique ($4.50) to a win in the $7,500 featured pace.
CVA's Mott Marathon is Off and Running for the 18th Year
ILION, N.Y. -- It started out as a back and forth between an Ilion high school teacher, Jim Mott, and his student, Eric Lachacz, over Mott's Boston Marathon time. Now, it is known as the Mott Marathon. Mott challenged his student to beat his marathon time on the high school...
Oneida County Sheriff’s Office names K-9 after fallen Officer Michael Jensen
ORISKANY, N.Y. (WSYR-TV) — The Oneida County Sheriff’s Office named three new K-9’s to their K-9 unit, but one of them was extra special. K-9 Jensen was named after Syracuse Police Officer Michael Jensen, who was killed in the line of duty this past April. Some say the two share more than just a name, but qualities too.
Boonville, NY Author Publishes Children's Book
(PRLeap.com) Waddling to the Pond, a new book by Jonny Poet, has been released by Dorrance Publishing Co., Inc. You are never too young or too old to learn, whether it be something new about yourself or something about someone else around you. Waddling to the Pond teaches children about ourselves and how we can learn by going back to the basics.
Soil basics: Here is what you need to know about the foundation of your garden
The foundation of any good garden is its soil. Soil holds nutrients for plant uptake, holds water and air for metabolic processes, provides habitat for living organisms, and filters impurities. Soil texture is determined by the mixture of the mineral contents: sand, silt, and clay. You can determine your garden...
Remsen Board of Education to meet Tuesday
REMSEN — A meeting of the Remsen Central School District’s board of education will take place at 7 p.m. on Tuesday, June 11, in the High School Library. Additional information, including board agendas and minutes of previous meetings, is available on district website, www.remsencsd.org.
LETTER: Primary vote is your choice, and your chance to be heard
Sixty years ago, my history teacher gave my class this advice: “Be knowledgeable about world, national, state and local issues. If you don’t you will be on their menu! Research the topic, use multiple resources, know your values, and use your voice.”. I have always followed this advice....
Sample from 24 restaurants at Epicurean Delight in Whitesboro
WHITESBORO — Hospice and Palliative Care invites the public to its Epicurean Delight event from 4-7 p.m. Sunday, June 9 at Hart’s Hill Inn, 135 Clinton St. Their tastiest event features food from the area’s finest restaurants, bakeries and caterers. Guests can take a chance on a raffle and get in on the bidding in the live and online auctions.
Munson’s summer exhibition celebrates 'American Landscapes'
UTICA — Munson will unveil its summer exhibition, “American Landscapes from the New-York Historical Society,” on Friday, June 14. A stunning display of America’s natural beauty, the exhibit runs through Sept. 22 on the Munson Museum of Art’s second floor, 310 Genesee St.
Believe 271 Foundation gives Gregory J. Wilsey scholarships
HOLLAND PATENT — The Believe 271 Foundation announced the recipients of its Believe 271 / Gregory J. Wilsey scholarships. This year, the foundation received 40 applications from graduating high school seniors.
Meth, fentanyl and cocaine seized in Rome shoplifting incident
ROME — First accused of shoplifting at the Shoe Dept. on Erie Boulevard, a Rome man is also facing felony charges for felony drug possession, according to the Rome Police Department. Police said Dusty J. Derocha, 28, was taken into custody on May 17 after a larceny complaint at...
Do’s and don’ts for Utica’s stray dogs
UTICA — When it comes to Utica’s stray dogs, “if you see something, say something.” But who do you say something to?. The City of Utica has recently entered into a contractual agreement with Canastota-based Wanderers’ Rest Humane Association to assist with housing the city’s stray dog population — a change from the former agreement with Anita’s Stevens Swan Humane Society.
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