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‘Elegant Creature’ Spotted In New York State For The 1st Time
An "elegant creature" was just spotted in New York State for the first time. We learned why this may have "unprecedented" event likely happened. A flamingo flew to the Empire State. Flamingo Arrives In New York State. American Flamingos are typically found in the Caribbean, Mexico, and northern parts of...
Late bedtimes and not enough sleep can harm developing brains – and poorer kids are more at risk
Emily C. Merz, Colorado State University and Melissa Hansen, Colorado State University. Shorter sleep and later bedtimes are linked to potentially harmful functional changes to parts of the brain important for coping with stress and controlling negative emotions, our recently published research found. And children in families with low economic resources are particularly at risk.
Village of Ilion Officials Confirm Major Damage to Iconic Building Following Storms
One of the most notable buildings in the Village of Ilion was devastated following extreme weather that hit the region last week. On Monday the Mayor and Public Safety Commissioner of Ilion released a statement confirming the damage and giving insight into what exactly happened. Mayor John Stephens announced that...
New York Passes New Lithium-Ion Battery Legislation
ALBANY, N.Y. - Legislation that targets lithium-ion batteries and aims to keep New Yorkers safe both on and off the road is now on the books. The package of laws signed by Gov. Kathy Hochul on Thursday, July 11, prohibit the sale of lithium-ion batteries that are not up to manufacturing standards (and include civil penalties for violations); direct the Department of State -- in consultation with the Division of Homeland Security, Emergency Services, and the New York State Energy Research and Development Authority -- to develop and maintain safety resources; require the state fire administrator within the...
Deadly Cheese Incident in Upstate New York Leads to Sentencing
Johannes Vulto, a former raw milk cheese manufacturer in Upstate New York, and his company Vulto Creamery LLC, each received sentences in federal court in Syracuse on Monday, July 9 following a deadly incident. The sentencing followed guilty pleas from both Vulto and Vulto Creamery LLC to a misdemeanor offense...
New York state civil service: These are the salaries for exams open through August
STATEN ISLAND, N.Y. — The New York state Department of Civil Service (DCS) has released its July through August application schedule for New York’s entry-level civil service exams, and some jobs pay better than others. The open-competitive exams are an opportunity to start a career in New York...
Canal Side Inn hosts Sip of Summer tasting in Little Falls
LITTLE FALLS — Canal Side Inn, in partnership with New Scotland Spirits, will host its first Sip of Summer tasting event from 6-6:45 p.m. Friday, July 26 on the inn’s patio, 95 Canal Place. The tasting journey will be guided by Jesse Sommer, a two-time bronze star recipient...
4 Hospitalized, Horse Killed in Horse and Buggy Accident in Deerfield
A serious accident involving a Ford Focus and a horse and buggy have left four people hospitalized and a horse dead. Oneida County Sheriff's deputies were first called to the scene of a serious accident just after 7:30 p.m. Monday. The accident occurred on State Route 12 North between the Glass Factory Road entrance ramp and State Route 8 exit, according to Sheriff Rob Maciol.
Tornado swept through rural Oneida County last week, officials say, bringing July total to 17
Annsville, N.Y. — A tornado touched down in a rural section of Oneida County last week as severe thunderstorms swept through the region, officials said. The tornado descended at 3:19 p.m. last Tuesday in the town of Annsville and was on the ground for about 11 minutes, according to a statement released Monday evening by the National Weather Service’s Binghamton office.
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Oneida County Clerk's Office, DMV resume operations in Utica
UTICA — The Oneida County Department of Motor Vehicles and the County Clerk’s office are back in operation after being forced to close on Friday, July 19, due to the global internet outage, according to county officials. On Friday morning, a global technology outage disrupted the operations of...
Sitrin Wellness Center celebrates 25 years
NEW HARTFORD — The Sitrin Medical Rehabilitation Center, with state-of-the-art equipment and two heated pools, offers Wellness Center memberships to former patients and the public. Elizabeth Lockwood, a licensed occupational therapist and wellness coordinator, says the membership is perfect for those who are seasoned in their gym workouts, to...
Psychic Prediction: Theresa Caputo is Coming Back to Utica’s Stanley Theatre
You don't have to be a psychic to conclude that the Long Island Medium, Theresa Caputo, is coming back the the big stage at Utica's Stanley Theatre. For more than a decade, Theresa Caputo—known worldwide as the Long Island Medium, and star of the new Lifetime Series Raising Spirits—has wowed millions of fans, and in some cases, comforted supporters when they needed it most. Now Utica area fans will get another chance at "healing" when the acclaimed medium appears live at The Stanley Theatre on Wednesday, August 14 at 7:30 pm.
Smith Post edges Utica Post for District V Legion title
UTICA — Smith Post has been the team to beat in District V American Legion baseball during the two-month summer season. On Monday, Smith added an exclamation point to conclude a successful District V tournament.
UPDATED: Gas Leak Closes Genesee Street for Hours in New Hartford
A gas leak has closed Genesee Street and led to the evacuation of several homes and businesses in New Hartford Monday afternoon. A gas leak has closed Genesee Street and led to the evacuation of several homes and businesses in New Hartford Monday afternoon.
Josh Rawitch – President, National Baseball Hall of Fame & Museum
Josh Rawitch President, National Baseball Hall of Fame & Museum joins OC to recap hall of fame weekend in Cooperstown, NY. They chat about how Josh and his team prioritizes artifacts, Dale Murphy, Joe Mauer and much more.
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