This Day in History – Nov. 2024
Nov. 1st 1891 Forty-eight Italians arrived in Little Falls from Buffalo to work on the Little Falls – Dolgeville railroad. 1893 “Big Frank,” the little 90 pound kangaroo, which was to have boxed at the Star Academy, died in that building from cramps. 1952 Radio…
The Greater Little Falls Community Chest Kicks off Annual Fund Drive
Dear Friends, It is that time of the year when we kick off our Annual Fund Drive and ask for your help in supporting the local agencies that provide valuable services to our residents, families and children residing in the Little Falls, Dolgeville and neighboring…
Mohawk Valley Gives a Success!
This year’s giving event, Mohawk Valley Gives, raised just over $4.8 million dollars for 323 organizations in the area (and it’s still growing)! That represents a nearly 200% increase over last year’s event which raised just under $2.5 million dollars! In its first year, the…
📣 Become a Host Family for the Mohawk Valley DiamondDawgs in 2025! 🏠⚾
Are you a baseball enthusiast looking to make a difference in a young athlete’s life? The Mohawk Valley DiamondDawgs are seeking host families for the 2025 season! We are looking for homes for 35 players. As a host family, you’ll provide a home away from…
Diamond Dawgs Looking for Brand Ambassadors
Attention LFHS Alumni! We are looking for passionate ambassadors to help grow the Mohawk Valley DiamondDawgs brand and engage with our fans! Who is a DiamondDawgs Ambassador? A DiamondDawgs Ambassador is someone who: • Is knowledgeable and passionate about the Mohawk Valley DiamondDawgs • Has…
60th Reunion Class of 1964
On Saturday, September 14, 2024, nineteen members and eleven guests of the 1964 graduation classes of Little Falls High School and Saint Mary’s Academy gathered to celebrate their 60th reunion with teasing, fond memories and joy at being together. (Hey, SMA people, Lorraine had to…
This Day in History – Oct. 2024
Oct. 1st 1875 The Merchants’ and Farmers Bank is doing business at the Banking House on Main Street in Little Falls. Banking hours included Saturday evenings from 6:30 to 8:00 P.M. 1883 Large crowds lined up to purchase tickets for the first passenger train to…
Mohawk Valley Gives is in Full Swing, but Ends Soon!!
The Mohawk Valley Gives campaign has been in full swing all of this week. Friday Sept. 20 and Saturday Sept.21 are our prime days to reach the fund-raising goals that are critical to supporting the good work of many of our Little Falls non-profit organizations…
Little Falls Cheese Festival
Join us in celebrating the rich history of dairying in Central New York and supporting the local businesses that continue these traditions! Featuring over 120 different cheeses, plus locally made artisan foods and craft beverages. The 2024 Cheese Festival will be held on Saturday, October…
This Day in History – Sept. 2024
Sept. 1st 1821 A company of Indian chiefs passed through the village on their way to New York City to take part in a conference with the whites. They stayed at the MacKinister Tavern and attracted a great deal of attention. 1872 Belle Boyd, the…