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TSA Intercepts Gun at Syracuse's Hancock International Airport, Said It Belongs to Utica Man
TSA Intercepts Gun at Syracuse's Hancock International Airport, Said It Belongs to Utica Man. The TSA intercepted a loaded firearm at Syracuse's Hancock International Airport on Tuesday—and they say the man whose carry-on it was in is from Utica.
Rapids continue surge up PGCBL standings with win at Utica
UTICA, N.Y. (WWTI) – The Watertown Rapids continued their push for a home playoff game with an 11-7 Perfect Game Collegiate Baseball League victory over the Utica Blue Sox Tuesday night at Murnane Field. Nick Bergamotto and Sam Meyer each posted two hits and two RBIs for Watertown (20-18-1), which is now tied with Utica […]
Late staff members honored at Utica school board meeting
UTICA — Utica City School District Interim Superintendent Kathleen Davis called for a moment of silence at Tuesday’s regular board of education meeting in honor of two retired district employees who had recently passed away. The board officially recorded, with sorrow, a resolution acknowledging the passing of Margaret...
Bear Terrifies Upstate New York Campers, Campers Ticketed
Upstate New York campers who called for help with a bear ended up getting caught doing something illegal. On Tuesday, the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation released its "DEC Forest Rangers – Week in Review" report which highlights "Recent Statewide Forest Ranger Actions." Bear Encounter: Village of...
Former Utica Sportscaster Just Got Hired by an NFL Team
The Pittsburgh Steelers have a new play-by-play broadcaster and he is a familiar face to many in Upstate New York. Utica has had several big names get their start in our little city. Tim Roye used to work for WIBX and is now the voice of the Golden State Warriors. Brendan Burke called games locally for the Utica Comets and is now the voice of the New York Islanders. He also occasionally calls games for the New York Yankees on WFAN radio. Jim Jackson used to be a sports guy for WIBX and now does the TV play-by-play for the Philadelphia Flyers. Now there is someone else who joins the ranks of former Utica sports voices on to bigger and better things.
Lyft will send one-time payments from $38m sales tax settlement – but only if you used the app between specific dates
AMERICANS who used the Lyft app during a specific period could qualify for distributions from a recent settlement pot. The direct payment opportunity comes after a class action lawsuit was filed against the ride-share company by the New York State Attorney General (OAG). Lyft was accused in the suit of...
Record Number of July Tornadoes in New York! Where They All Touched Down
It's been one hell of a July for New York State. A record number of tornadoes have touched down in the state over the last few weeks and the month isn't even over yet. We're built for snowstorms in New York, not tornadoes. That's something that happens in the Midwest and the South. Not anymore.
Adult Ed Students Find Opportunities in Renewable Energy at Capital Region BOCES
Students in a trio of new Adult Education programs at Capital Region BOCES say they are hopeful that the drive to create renewable energy resources will provide them with new futures. BOCES is offering this year an adult education Offshore Wind Career Pathway Program that provides adults with an opportunity...
Utica man charged with threatening youths with gun on Seymour Ave.
UTICA — A 22-year-old man has been charged with possessing a loaded handgun after being accused of threatening several juveniles Tuesday night, according to the Utica Police Department. Police said several juveniles got into a fight in the 1200 block of Seymour Avenue, at which point Sa Ah intervened...
ALERT! This Nasty Virus Is Back New York State
Officials in portions of New York State are reporting that there has been an uptick in the amount of confirmed cases of a nasty virus. The summer is here and most people are spending time outdoors. Whether it is a backyard picnic, or camping and hiking, there are so many fun things to do when summer hits the Empire State. However, there are some dangers that you need to be aware of.
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