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Central New York Driver Shares Terrifying Experience Of Rome Tornado
One local DoorDash delivery driver from Taberg found himself caught in Freedom Plaza of Rome during the terrifying tornado. His truck lifted off the ground, and he walked away safely. "I was actually doing a DoorDash order," Joey Long recounted, "and as I was coming back, I saw that the...
Terrifying Video of Flying Tornado Debris in New York
We've all seen the devastation after a tornado with 135 MPH winds tore through Rome, New York. But unless you were in the middle of it, you don't realize how terrifying it really was. Josh Jordan captured an insane video that looks like a scene out of the movies. Debris...
Special Fund Aids Victims of Worst Natural Disaster in Rome’s History
A special fund has been created to help those affected by the worst natural disaster in the history of Rome, New York. The Tornado Unmet Needs Fund will go directly to people who need immediate support and can't wait for potential money from FEMA. It'll help communities rebuild after the EF2 tornado touched down on Tuesday, July 16 with 135 MPH winds.
Tornado Confirmed in Rome, New York
The National Weather Service confirmed what everyone in Rome already knew. A tornado touched down and it was a doozy. An EF-2 twister hit on July 16, 2024 at 3:25 PM between the Erie Canal and Muck Road in Oneida County and ending ten minutes later. Although for those in the path those ten minutes probably felt like a lifetime.
No More Taking Home Tiny Toiletries, New York Bans Them
When you check out of a hotel, do you pocket any of those leftover tiny bottles of toiletries to take home? Soon you won't be able to if you're staying in a hotel in New York State. Effective beginning on January 1st, 2025, hotels with 50 or more rooms will...
Here Are Some Absolute Requirements if Creating a Man Cave
If you're going to make the effort to create a really amazing man cave, you might as well go all the way. According to Man Cave Geek - Every man needs a man cave in any family home. · It’s a lair to get away from everything and have his...
10 Things You Can’t Bring on an Airplane. What About a Whole Coconut?
If you're traveling to the tropics and want to bring home some coconuts in your carry-ons, will they allow you to do it at security?. Bringing a whole coconut onto an airplane is generally allowed, but it's important to consider a few factors:. 1 Security Screening: Coconuts are not typically...
Producer Tommy Doesn’t Understand The Trolley Problem
Today's post has experienced a changing of tracks of its own, a joke that will make more sense in just a moment. I've always been a fan of philosophical questions. It's always been fun for me to see how other people address various situations, like say, if a trolley was barreling down a track and you had to choose who to save, who would you save, and why?
President Joe Biden Tests Positive for COVID-19
This is a developing story. President Joe Biden tested positive for COVID-19, the White House announced in a press release on Wednesday. Biden experienced respiratory symptoms that included a runny nose, a cough and fatigue, according to the statement. He was tested in Las Vegas following his first scheduled event for the day.
20 Copycat Snacks Being Investigated by Feds for Containing THC; Misleading Consumers
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration and Federal Trade Commission are cracking down on companies that are creating copycat versions of popular snacks and infusing them with delta-8 THC. In a joint press release, the two organizations said it has issued warning letters to five different companies across the U.S....
Townsquare Media Utica Collecting Water Donations for Rome Tornado Relief Efforts
(MARCY, NY – 07/17/24) – Townsquare Media Utica and its stations WFRG, WIBX, WLZW, WOUR, and WODZ will be collecting donations of bottled water for the City of Rome to assist with ongoing tornado relief efforts. There is a critical need for bottled water and Townsquare Media Utica is coordinating with multiple area businesses to assist those in need.
Central New York Responders Go Above and Beyond to Assist Tornado Victims
Cleanup efforts are underway after a tornado outbreak devastated parts of Central New York, particularly the City of Rome. With over 25,000 customers in Herkimer, Madison, and Oneida County currently without power; crews from across the United States and Canada are heading to the area to assist with restoration. A State of Emergency has since been declared by Governor Kathy Hochul to further assist with recovery efforts.
Businesses & Volunteers Offer Help After Devastating Storm in Central New York
When the worst happens, you see the best in people. Nothing could be more true than in the aftermath of a possible tornado and severe thunderstorms that tore through Central New York. Businesses and strangers have stepped up to help out in a time of need. Broken Vehicle Windows. Need...
Faces Announce Release of Their Complete BBC Recordings
A new box set will collect all of Faces' BBC Recordings from the early '70s. The eight CD and one Blu-ray box, Faces at the BBC — Complete BBC Concert & Session Recordings 1970-1973, includes the band’s surviving BBC Recordings, more than 80 tracks with most of them previously unreleased. The Blu-ray features newly restored footage from April 1972. (One BBC session of three songs is still missing.)
National Grid Provides Update on Power Outages Amid Storm Damage
Tens of thousands of residents are without power this morning following a devastating storm that ripped through Central New York. The worst of it has hit Rome, Canastota and Ilion. Jared Paventi is a representative with National Grid. Paventi joined 'First News with Keeler in the Morning' on WIBX Wednesday...
Phil Manzanera Confirms Roxy Music Won’t Play Live Again
Roxy Music has played their last concerts, according to Phil Manzanera. "It was a good time" to say goodbye, he tells UCR. "We might bring out a recording of that tour. I don’t think we’ll do any more live gigs, ever. I think that was it." When they...
Elvis Costello and Daryl Hall at Radio City: Review and Set List
Elvis Costello and Daryl Hall's joint tour came to New York City on Tuesday night, specifically to the showplace of the nation, Radio City Music Hall. For those scratching their heads after hearing those two names together — this writer included when she initially heard it several months ago — there is a history. Four decades ago, Hall contributed harmony vocals to one of Costello's albums, 1984's Goodbye Cruel World, on a song called "The Only Flame in Town." (Hall also appeared in the accompanying music video. From Costello's album liner notes: "Naturally, my romantic rival was Daryl, but my only real humiliation was in having a Columbia promotion woman hector the makeup girl: 'Make him look handsome,' while a very hungover Daryl sat in the next chair looking like a movie star. His hair was perfect.")
Today is the Most Boring Day of the Year in America
It happens every summer. Even in the midst of all there is to do outdoors, today marks the most boring day in America. It is an anomaly that happens only once a year and it can make for one long day. What am I talking about? This is the only...
Here’s Where To Find Shelter And Food In The City Of Rome New York
If you need shelter, or food, in the City of Rome New York after the devasting storms and tornado, here's where you can go. Please email david.wheeler@townsquaremedia.com to get food, shelters, and services added to this list. American Red Cross Eastern New York. American Red Cross is operating a shelter...
What Businesses Are Closed In Rome After Devastating Storm Damage?
A State of Emergency in Rome has been declared. Here's a look at what businesses are closed on July 17th 2024. Here's a look at what businesses we know are closed for the day, or operating on a different schedule. This isn't a list of businesses destroyed or damaged. If you have businesses to add to this list, please email david.wheeler@townsquaremedia.com:
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