Situated at the southern edge of the Adirondack Park – the largest publicly protected area in the contiguous United States – Utica offers outdoor enthusiasts an affordable base camp for adventure.

The Amtrak station downtown offers direct service to New York City and beyond, allowing for car-free day trips or extended travels. While some retirees flee to perpetual sunshine, Utica offers the ...

Mars, Jupiter and Mercury will all appear low in the west after sunset. Look for bright Venus low in the eastern sky for about two hours before the sun rises all month long. The crescent moon and ...