ILION – Central Valley Junior Marek Bush appeared on national television for the second time last week, as he accepted a 2019 Musial Award for outstanding sportsmanship. The 2018 State Champion wrestler received the honor from the St.…
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Stewart’s ranked no. 3 in nation
SARATOGA SPRINGS – On Dec. 4, Food & Wine Magazine released a list of the top convenience store chains in the nation and ranked Stewart’s Shops number three. “We’re humbled by the honor, but we do think Stewart’s…
In case of emergency, open the bucket
ILION – Last week, Lowe’s Home Improvement, in Herkimer, donated 200 5-gallon buckets and lids to the Central Valley School District as part of the district’s emergency preparedness efforts. The buckets will be filled with water, snacks, wipes,…
Boil water lifted in Ilion
ILION – More than a week after it went into affect, the boil water advisory for the village of Ilion has been lifted as of Sunday morning, said Ilion Mayor Brian Lamica. The boil water advisory went into…
New center helps individuals Rise to recovery
HERKIMER – Addiction is a disease that does not let go of its victims easily. Whether the struggle is against heroine, alcohol, methamphetamine or gambling, those trying to stay sober need support and assistance to succeed. “We heard…
Pokemon Go’s comeback
ILION – Three years ago it was common to see groups of people, phones in hand, gathered in front of the Ilion Library, the Church of Annunciation and roaming the village playing Pokemon Go, an augmented reality app…
IFD invaded by home-schooled students
ILION – A group of home-schooled students toured the Ilion Fire Department Monday, getting a close look at fire trucks, an ambulance and fire fighting gear. Twelve children attended, to learn about the workings of the fire department…
Ilion man wanted on rape charges flees police
ILION – An Ilion man is in custody after fleeing police and causing a head-on collision on West Clark Street Tuesday evening, Ilion police said. Ilion police, who had a felony arrest warrant for Eric L. Henderson, 34,…
Ilion farm now licensed to sell raw milk
ILION – At Turner Farm in Ilion, producing milk isn’t a chore, but a labor of love. “Cows are a very patient, peaceful, gentle animal,” said Ben Turner as he coaxed eight of his 24 dairy cows into…
CVCSD Foundation supporting students
ILION – With the ever intensifying financial strain on schools, there is only so much a district can afford – only so many educational programs, so much equipment, so many field trips, if any at all. Thanks to…