Tag Archive for: Herkimer County Writing Series

This day in Mohawk Valley History: June 18, 1812

At the start of the War of 1812, the United States had fewer than 12,000 soldiers, of which nearly half were new recruits.

New Swimming Pool a Busy Place on First Day of Use, August 9, 1961

Little Falls Evening Times – Opening of the new swimming pool near the Monroe Street field was a big splash. About 400 swimmers, mostly children, were on hand for the first dip.

Ilion Little Theatre Brings Ken Ludwig’s Thrilling Murder on the Orient Express to the Stage This June

Ilion Little Theatre proudly presents Agatha Christie’s classic masterpiece, Murder on the Orient Express, adapted for the stage by Ken Ludwig.

On MAY 9, 1892 in the “The Jewelers Weekly”

On MAY 9, 1892, “The Jewelers Weekly” mentioned J. H. H. Vosburgh’s remarkable collection of quartz crystals.

A Capacity For Achievement

The purpose of the Charles P. Colby, Jr. Scholastic Achievement Award is to recognize and inspire students who have overcome significant inherent difficulties to earn high school diplomas.

Patriots Day Event Saturday, May 16, at the Fort Herkimer Church

The Patriots Day program begins at 11:00 a.m. and will feature a number of short addresses on various topics related to the Revolutionary War as it impacted the Mohawk Valley region.

From the Cooney Archives: On May 2, 1897, The Knights of Columbus Council was organized in Little Falls

On May 2, 1897, a council of the Knights of Columbus was organized in the old Gymnasium Hall in the McCauley Building in Little Falls.