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VA awards $52.5 million in Veteran suicide prevention grants, announces key updates in the fight to end Veteran suicide.
VA awards $52.5 million in Veteran suicide prevention grants, announces key updates in the fight to end Veteran suicide.The Department of Veterans Affairs announced several critical steps forward on its Veteran suicide prevention initiatives, including $52.5 million...
NY’s Governor Hochul signs legislation to enhance electoral education for released prisoners
What do you think of these bills? NY’s Governor Hochul signs legislation to enhance electoral education for released prisoners Legislation (S 5965-A/A.4009-A) requires local jails to provide voter registration information to individuals of voting age being...
About Louise’s family
Louise Vallone is one of our most popular columnists. People love reading her stories because they know they come from her heart and her real-life experiences throughout her amazing life. About Louise’s family Louise’s family hails from Czechoslovakia and Hungary and...
Immigrants from Czechoslovakia, Hungary, and Slovakia
At the turn of the 19th and 20th centuries, a tide of immigrants from Czechoslovakia, Hungary, and Slovakia embarked on a journey across the Atlantic Ocean. Driven by dreams of prosperity, freedom, and opportunity, these brave souls left behind their homelands to seek a brighter future in America.
These immigrants settled all across the United States, bringing with them their unique cultures, traditions, and customs. Many found their new homes in bustling urban centers such as Chicago, New York City, and Cleveland, where they established vibrant communities that preserved their heritage while embracing the promises of their adopted homeland. Others settled in farming communities or less urban areas such as Broome County.
SPOTLIGHT Veteran Owned: NEW SCOTLAND SPIRITS
SPOTLIGHT on Veteran Owned Businesses in Upstate NYNEW SCOTLAND SPIRITS founded in 2016 this combat veteran owned and operated company. Their Whiskey and Bourbon are infused “with a sense of place and the “terroir” of times gone by.” Available online and through...
Haunted The Hulbert House
Haunted The Hulbert HouseThe Hulbert House on Main St in Boonville had quite an impressive guest list in its time, including Ulysses S. Grant and Philip Sheridan. Its original guest register from that time period still is on display attesting to that fact. And so, it...
Dr. James Caleb Jackson: The Manlius Native Who Revolutionized Breakfast with “Granula”
DID YOU KNOW? Dr. James Caleb Jackson: The Manlius Native Who Revolutionized Breakfast with "Granula" Introduction The story of breakfast cereal is a tale of innovation, health consciousness, and a quest for convenience that changed the way we start our day. While...
Rochester’s Lights on the Lake
Rochester’s Lights on the Lake This annual event features a stunning display of holiday lights and animated scenes set along the shores of Lake Onondaga. Visitors can drive through or take a horse-drawn wagon ride, making it a beloved tradition for many...
Adirondack Scenic Railroad’s Polar Express
Adirondack Scenic Railroad’s Polar Express Adirondack Scenic Railroad’s Polar Express: Inspired by the popular children’s book, this train ride takes visitors on a journey to the North Pole, complete with hot cocoa, cookies, and a visit from Santa Claus. It’s...
Holiday Time in Upstate NY
Holiday Time in Upstate New York There is no denying that Upstate New York captures the essence of the holiday season, offering festive lights, decorations, activities, and opportunities for families and visitors to create cherished memories together. They showcase...