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Herkimer County Community College Begins Self-Study Process

  HERKIMER, NY, January 27, 2026 —Herkimer County Community College (HCCC) has begun a comprehensive self-study process as part of its reaffirmation of accreditation with the Middle States Commission on Higher Education (MSCHE). The multi-year process will continue through 2028 and is an important opportunity for reflection, assessment, and continuous improvement. Accreditation by MSCHE confirms […] The post Herkimer County Community College Begins Self-Study Process appeared first on Utica...

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Hamilton College Presents Roomful of Teeth

Clinton, NY – The Hamilton College Performing Arts Series continues with the vocal ensemble Roomful of Teeth on Friday, February 6 at 7:30 pm in Wellin Hall, Schambach Center. Roomful of Teeth is a two-time Grammy-winning vocal band dedicated to reimagining the expressive potential of the human voice. Founded in 2009 by Brad Wells, the […] The post Hamilton College Presents Roomful of Teeth appeared first on Utica Phoenix.

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Zohran Mamdani’s People-Powered Approach Is Central to His Affordability Agenda

Forwarded this email? Subscribe here for more BY: Elizabeth Williams At her State of the State address earlier this month, New York Governor Kathy Hochul rightly put affordability front and center, highlighting—among other promises—her new multibillion-dollar investment in universal childcare with Mayor Zohran Mamdani. Starting at the city level and now clearly expanding statewide, Mamdani has set an example […] The post Zohran Mamdani’s People-Powered Approach Is Central to His Affo...

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Almanac for February 2026

    Holidays and Observances in February   February 1      National Freedom Day; St. Brigit’s Day February 2      Groundhog’s Day; Candlemas; Cross Quarter Day of Imbolc. February 12    Abraham Lincoln’s Birthday February 13-16           President’s Day Weekend; Great Backyard Bird Count February 14    St. Valentine’s Day February 15    Susan B. Anthony Day (Florida) February17     […] The post Almanac for February 2026 appeared first on Utica Phoeni...

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Griffo, Miller and Buttenschon Push Plan to Lower Utility Costs

Utica – New York State Sen. Joseph Griffo, Assemblyman Brian Miller and Assemblywoman Marianne Buttenschon today outlined a multifaceted and comprehensive approach to help New Yorkers challenged by skyrocketing energy costs. In New York, many residents have experienced double digit increases in their natural gas and electric bills and pay somewhere between 25 to 28 […] The post Griffo, Miller and Buttenschon Push Plan to Lower Utility Costs appeared first on Utica Phoenix.

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Hamilton College Presents the One-Woman Play The Rembrandt Room

Clinton, NY – Colorado-based the Buntport Theater Company starts the spring semester performing arts series off with The Rembrandt Room on Friday and Saturday January 30 and 31 at 7:30 pm in the Barrett Theatre in the Kennedy Center for Theatre and the Studio Arts at Hamilton College. Performed without an intermission, The Rembrandt Room […] The post Hamilton College Presents the One-Woman Play The Rembrandt Room appeared first on Utica Phoenix.

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 Banners for Veterans Program Continues to Expand

 County Executive Anthony J. Picente Jr. announced today that the Mohawk Valley Hometown Heroes banners for veterans program is expanding to more communities and will begin taking submissions Feb. 1. This year, banners honoring veterans will be newly hung in the Town of Westmoreland, as well the Village of Newport in Herkimer County and the […] The post  Banners for Veterans Program Continues to Expand appeared first on Utica Phoenix.

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Oneida County Office Building Warming Center Will Operate Overnights Jan. 23-26

County Executive Anthony J. Picente Jr. announced today that the Oneida County Office Building will again serve as an evening warming center to shelter residents from this week’s extreme cold. Individuals utilizing the warming center will have access to restrooms, but no beds or bedding will be provided. The Oneida County Sheriff’s Office will be […] The post Oneida County Office Building Warming Center Will Operate Overnights Jan. 23-26 appeared first on Utica Phoenix.

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Underground Railroad Consortium of New York State Highlights Black History

  Albany, NY — As Black History Month approaches, the Underground Railroad Consortium of New York State (URCNYS) is proud to offer organizations across New York of a their Freedom 2027 Online Calendar, a statewide promotional efforts for events commemorating New York’s abolition of slavery and advancing the continued struggle for a more equitable and […] The post Underground Railroad Consortium of New York State Highlights Black History appeared first on Utica Phoenix.

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