Fitness on the Fly
August is full of getaways, busy weekends, and days when routines are the first thing to fly out the window. But staying active doesn’t have to mean sticking to a strict schedule. In this issue, we’re breaking down how to stay fit on the go—with quick workouts, smart recovery, and a fit bag that keeps […]
Flotsam!
Don’t miss this one-of-a-kind floating circus performance on Thursday, August 22 at 6 PM along the Erie Canal. Expect live music, puppetry, acrobatics, and unforgettable visuals. (Photo: by Paul Kahl) rivercircus.com Website: https://www.rivercircus.com/schedule.html
“Tick Bites, Rashes, and Lyme: What’s an Emergency—and What’s Not?
By Dr. Juleen Qandah, Emergency Physician and Health Editor, Mohawk Valley Living Here in the Mohawk Valley, summer means sunshine, hiking, lake days—and ticks. As an ER doc, I see a flood of patients every summer worried about tick bites, rashes, and Lyme disease. So let’s set the record straight on when to worry, […]
Saluting Our Everyday Heroes: Volunteer Firefighters
National Volunteer Firefighters Recognition Day – August 18 August 18th marks National Volunteer Firefighters Recognition Day, a moment to honor the selfless individuals who answer the call without expectation of reward. Across the Mohawk Valley, these everyday heroes train, respond, and protect—balancing their service with full-time jobs, families, and personal commitments. Pictured: Michael McGovern of […]
A Few of Her Favorite Things
Jill-Christine Wiley As The Sound of Music prepares to make its grand return to Utica this September, Broadway Utica is already setting the stage for magic. In celebration of the national tour kickoff and the beloved role of Maria, we’re thrilled to welcome Jill-Christine Wiley—best known for her portrayal of Maria—to the Mohawk Valley. Jill […]
Out & About in the Mohawk Valley
Out & About in the Mohawk Valley From bocce courts to business mixers, summer social life is in full swing across the Mohawk Valley. The World Series of Bocce brought the crowds to Rome, where teams, fans, and families turned out for one of the region’s favorite traditions—complete with fierce competition, familiar faces, and plenty […]
Woodsmen’s Field Days & 10K Race & 5K Walk
Head to Boonville from Friday to Sunday, August 15–17 for a celebration of rural life, heavy equipment, and logging sports. The 10K race and 5K walk take place on Friday, August 15 at 6 PM. woodsmensfielddays.com
Tonight We Ride: The Legacy of Sal Raspante
During the early days of the COVID pandemic, my son reached out to Jimmy John’s to ask about a discount for a hospital fundraiser. Sal gave the meals for free. As I began working on this tribute, I quickly learned this kind of generosity wasn’t unusual—it was just Sal. Again and again, people described a […]
Purpose At Work
Some of the most impactful work in the Mohawk Valley happens quietly—inside redemption centers, commercial kitchens, and packaging facilities where people are building lives with purpose and pride. At The Arc, Oneida-Lewis Chapter, four programs—Nickelback Redemption Center, Progress Industries, Chef’s Express, and CollegeWorks—come together to create a powerful pipeline of opportunity. At Nickelback Redemption Center […]
Harvard-Trained Pain Surgeon Brings Advanced Care to the Mohawk Valley
This August, CNY Brain & Spine proudly welcomes Dr. Edgar Remotti, a Harvard-trained interventional pain management specialist, to its expanding regional practice. Dr. Remotti brings a new era of minimally invasive, patient-first pain care to the Mohawk Valley, combining world-class training with the latest advancements in non-opioid treatment and neuromodulation. Fellowship-trained at Beth […]