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.
Telethon hosts Rebecca McLain, Joe Kelly, and Morgan Mielnicki (left to right), 2025, photo by Mark DiOrio, Momentworks Photography21st Annual History Center Telethon
The 21st Annual History Center Telethon presented by Bank of Utica is on Wednesday, May 20, from 5 – 8 p.m.
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.
Old Fairfield Academy & Medical College
Herkimer County News 1896
May 2, 1906: Another Big Plant
The General Electric Company announced yesterday the awarding of contracts for the erection of another mammoth shop in Schenectady.
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.
Oneida County History Center to Explore “Mulberry Mania”: The Rise and Fall of the Local Silk Industry
Discover a forgotten chapter of local history during “Mulberry Mania,” a special presentation by Alecia Pendasulo on Saturday, May 16, at 2:00 p.m. at Oneida County History Center.
May 1, 1902: Straightening the Mohawk River
Interesting Account Written by One Who Worked Upon the Job at the Age of 16–No Steam Shovels in Those Days.
Federal Hall, The Seat of Congress. Amos Doolittle (1754-1832). Engraving, 1790. Library of Congress, Prints and Photographs Division. Reproduction Number: LC-USZ62-333.George Washington’s First Inaugural Address
On April 30, 1789, George Washington delivered his first inaugural address to a joint session of Congress, assembled in Federal Hall in the nation’s new capital, New York City.
Mohawk Valley History: April 26
On April 26, 1928, Hartwick College plans for opening this fall with trustees approving to hold sessions In temporary quarters.