List of people from Utica, New York

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This article lists notable people from Utica, New York.

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  3. Oneida County Freedom Trail
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  16. Derminio, Andrew; Todd, Nicole. "Utica Native And Boston Singer, Coming To Stanley Theatre". WIBX 950. Retrieved January 12, 2023.
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