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'A big uphill climb': Rome recovering and rebuilding from EF2 tornado, not slowing down
Almost a week after an EF2 tornado tore through Rome, all there’s left to do is rebuild and recover — but the mayor says residents shouldn't relax as there's more still to do. “We still have a big uphill climb,” Rome Mayor Jeffrey Lanigan said at a press conference on Monday. “We need to start rebuilding and get people the services and help we need — but we did make a big leap forward.” ...
Three in critical condition after car hits buggy in Deerfield
DEERFIELD — Three young people — two teenagers and a child — are in critical condition after their horse-drawn buggy was struck by a car on Route 12 Monday evening, according to the Oneida County Sheriff’s Office. Sheriff’s deputies said Chase J. Brewer, 20, of Mohawk,...
Could defense contract bring more growth to Wolfspeed?
A little over two years after the Wolfspeed silicon carbide fab opened at the Marcy Nanocenter, it has about 500 workers and has snagged a $10.9 million federal defense contract. Local officials praised both as signs of the success of the vision that, after decades of planning, brought the world’s first and largest 200mm silicon carbide wafer fab to Oneida County. ...
Another tornado confirmed in Oneida County; 17th to hit Upstate New York
Annsville, N.Y. — Another tornado has been confirmed to have hit Oneida County as severe thunderstorms swept through the region last Tuesday, officials said. The National Weather Service on Monday announced the new tornado after they surveyed ground damage. If you purchase a product or register for an account...
NY Supreme Court judge needs to be removed after ‘racially offensive, profane’ display at party, says state
New Hartford, N.Y. – A Supreme Court Justice elected by Central New York voters has been suspended pending her removal as a result of her behavior at a high school graduation party in 2022. Erin P. Gall — a justice for the Fifth Judicial District based in Oneida County...
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FULL PRESS CONFERENCE: July 22 Rome Tornado Response Updates
ROME, N.Y. -- County Executive Anthony J. Picente Jr. and Rome Mayor Jeffrey Lanigan provided an update on tornado response and recovery efforts. The full press conference, posted to the Oneida County Government Facebook page, can be found below. The conference lasted about 30 minutes.
A Tradition Since 1888: Boonville-Oneida County Fair Kicks Off This Tuesday
BOONVILLE, N.Y. -- It's that time of year once again as the Oneida County Fair season kicks off in Boonville. The 136th Boonville-Oneida County Fair begins on Tuesday under the theme Farm Fresh at the Fair. Gates open at 8 a.m. on opening day, with a spelling bee marking the...
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...
Oneida County real estate: See all homes sold, July 13-July 19
The following is a listing of all home transfers in Oneida County reported from July 13 to July 19. There were 32 transactions posted during this time. During this period, the median sale for the area was a 1,746-square-foot home on East Pine Street in Rome that sold for $200,000.
East Rock Capital Names Alexandra Schueler Senior Director of Strategic Engagement
NEW YORK--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Jul 23, 2024-- East Rock Capital, a generational wealth manager serving a select group of families since 2006, today announced the hire of Alexandra Schueler as Senior Director of Strategic Engagement. This press release features multimedia. View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20240723325415/en/ East Rock Capital Names Alexandra Schueler Senior Director of Strategic Engagement (Photo: Business Wire)
New York reports highest listeria cases in deli meat outbreak. See map
A listeria outbreak linked to meats sliced at deli counters has killed two people and sickened 28 more in 12 states, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Of 18 affected people interviewed, 16 reported eating meats sliced at a deli, most commonly deli-sliced turkey, liverwurst and ham. ...
Upstate NYer Buys $10 Scratch-Off At Grocery Store Wins $3M
The New York Lottery has many scratch-off tickets to choose from. There are thousands and millions to win. You can spend anywhere from one to thirty dollars on a scratch-off ticket. The latest Capital Region lottery winner bought a ten-dollar scratch-off and cashed in big!. Which $10 New York Lottery...
Upstate New York May Be Home To Mobster’s $130 Million Hidden Treasure
The search for a mobster's $130 million hidden treasure continues in the Hudson Valley and Upstate New York. Legendary mobster Dutch Schultz may have buried a fortune somewhere in Upstate New York. Pine Plains Business Is Named After Dutch Schultz. In September 2020, Dutch's Spirits opened on Harvest Homestead Farm...
Toxic Candy Found In New York Still For Sale, Many Hospitalized
Recalled candy, that may cause a fatal illness, is still available for sale in New York State. Many people have been hospitalized. The FDA continues to warn about candy from a California company that is getting many people sick across the United States, including in New York State. FDA: Destroy...
Massive News For Hunters In Western New York
There is some big news from a local store this week that will no longer be selling New York State hunting licenses. The hunting season is only a few weeks away and across New York State, hunters are getting camps and deer stands ready.But before you head to the woods this fall, you will need a license.
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