The newly elected Mayor of Utica in his first year so far has taken a lot of beatings when it comes to policy changes and decisions he's had to make. Most notably a 14% city tax rate increase. Now, there are some calling him a "bigot" due to a policy that will prohibit a pride flag being flown during the month of June, or Pride Month.
Thousands of flags at the Veteran Memorial in New Hartford honor those who put their lives on the line for our freedom in a moving tribute you have to see.
If you've driven past the Wegman's on Oswego Road in Liverpool recently, you've seen the amazing number of flags planted in the lawn to honor veterans around November 11.
In the Spring of 2015 a star was born out of Fultonville, NY. Teenager and timid musician auditioned for, powered his way through the battle and knockout rounds, and took home the honor of winning on the NBC hit series, 'The Voice.' Now, Sawyer Fredericks is bringing his talents back to Utica.
Veteran's Day weekend is just around the corner, and once again The Good News Center will be selling flag sponsorships to honor service men and women everywhere. During the holiday weekend the Memorial Parkway in Utica will be filled with these flags, and included in a special ceremony. You can sponsor your flag right now.
There is not much time left to sponsor your flag to honor your veteran! The Good News Center is selling flag sponsorships to put up along the parkway. The money raised will be given to our heroes and their families. The flags that have already been sponsored are currently on display along the parkway in Utica and they look amazing.