YWCA Mohawk Valley Salutes Outstanding Women Who Lead, Inspire, and Strengthen Our Community
For nearly four decades, YWCA of the Mohawk Valley has proudly recognized the women whose leadership, service, and commitment help shape the Mohawk Valley. This tradition continues with the 37th Annual Salute to Outstanding Women Awards, a signature celebration honoring women who strengthen our community through their work, advocacy, and influence. The YWCA recently announced […]
How to Choose a Home Improvement Company Without Regretting It
March is when homeowners start thinking seriously about projects. The weather begins to shift, the light changes, and suddenly the things you’ve been putting off around the home feel more noticeable. It’s also the month when many homeowners begin researching contractors, and that decision matters more than most people realize. Home improvement horror stories rarely […]
Maple Syrup: Mohawk Valley Producers
By Ben Simons Maple season is one of the Mohawk Valley’s most anticipated rites of spring. As winter begins to loosen its grip and temperatures swing between freezing nights and warmer days, sugar maples across the region awaken. The sap starts to run, sugarhouses come alive with steam, and generations of local producers begin the […]
Tony Trischka’s Earl Jam 2: A Tribute To Earl Scruggs
Banjo master Tony Trischka returns to Unity Hall after bringing Earl Jam to a sold-out Barneveld crowd two years ago. Earl Jam 2 will take place in the Landecker Theater on Friday, March 20 at 7:30 PM. Trischka’s acclaimed Earl Jam album was released in 2024 after he received rare recordings of Earl Scruggs jamming […]
Health & Science Made Simple
A Community Conversation That Delivered and What’s Next When Mohawk Valley Living partnered with Masonic Medical Research Institute (MMRI) to launch Health & Science Made Simple, the goal was both ambitious and clear: to take complex medical topics and break them down in a way that feels approachable, relevant, and rooted right here in the […]
Carbon Monoxide Poisoning: What Every Household Needs to Know
By Dr. Juleen Qandah Carbon monoxide (CO) poisoning is one of the most dangerous—and preventable—household emergencies. It is colorless, odorless, tasteless, and completely invisible. Every year, it sends thousands of people to emergency departments across the United States, and tragically, it can be fatal if not recognized quickly. Recent events in our community have understandably […]
Reset, Not Restart
By Lisa Briggs March is not about starting over. It is about resetting what already exists. After the push of January and the flexibility-focused approach many people take in February, March becomes the bridge. The days stretch a little longer. Energy begins to return. This is the time to recalibrate, not overhaul. A reset is […]
Supporting the Arts and Strengthening Your Financial Plan
By Nick Accordino, CFP® | Strategic Financial Services Before I became a financial advisor, I spent years in university development, sitting with donors who wanted their legacy to reflect the things that moved them. People weren’t just supporting programs; they were nurturing community and opportunity for future generations. Today, as a financial advisor, I see […]
Mohawk Valley Living Honors Our Region’s Healthcare Professionals
Mohawk Valley Living is proud to honor our region’s healthcare professionals at the Annual Healthcare Appreciation Night, sponsored by CNY Brain & Spine. In celebration of Doctors’ Day on March 30, the event will take place during the Utica Comets game on March 13, recognizing the physicians, nurses, and medical professionals who care for the […]
The Mohawk Valley Physician Community
By Gary Zimmer, MD, MVHS Chief Medical Officer As National Doctors’ Day is celebrated on Monday, March 30, 2026, we want to take a moment to recognize and celebrate the physicians serving the Mohawk Valley. Our region is fortunate to have a growing and dedicated community of physicians caring for those who live, work and […]