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ORION cuts ribbon in Rome on new tech hangar
ROME — The ORION technology partnership cut the ribbon on their new NTROPEE facility on Thursday, converting one of the airplane hangers at the Griffiss Business and Technology Park into a dedicated work station. The Open Architecture Resilient IoT for Operational Networks (ORION) will test the safety and security...
Labor Day in Old Forge, NY
OLD FORGE, NY… Old Forge is set to celebrate Labor Day weekend August 30th –September 2nd with fireworks on Sunday, September 1st, the CAP-PY Duck Derby, a car raffle, fireworks and more. The CAP-PY Duck Derby is scheduled for Sunday, September 1st. Watch as 3,000 rubber. ducks sail...
Police made contact with alleged killer of Utica principal the night before her death
UTICA, N.Y. — On August 19, an Oneida County Sheriff's Deputy responded to a call from someone concerned about a stranger following them and acting strange. That stranger was Jeremy Kirch. He was eventually brought to the house of his girlfriend, Elizabeth Gerling, who told the deputy she had been waiting for Kirch at home.
A Weekend Full of Festivals in Oneida County
ONEIDA COUNTY, N.Y. -- If you're looking for something to do this weekend, there are four festivals taking place in the Mohawk Valley that you and your family might enjoy. The first African Cultural Festival in Utica will take place at City Hall. It will feature live music, traditional dances and African cuisine—like fufu and jollof rice. The event celebrates African culture and heritage and is set to become an annual occurrence. This festival takes place on Saturday from 9:30 a.m. to 7:30 p.m.
Closing of Barneveld bowling alley
BARNEVELD — The closing of the bowling alley in October 2020 was a very sad day. It was around that time we had a meeting of bowling gals to toast Fitz Hardiman, owner of Adirondack Lanes and Diner. Through the years, I enjoyed many Friday fish fries in the...
Honor America Days Parade route changed
ROME — The Honor America Days parade route will make a slight deviation this year due to safety concerns and aftermath demolition work from the July tornado, said committee lead Christopher Destito. The parade used to travel down North James Street to West Embargo Street before making a right...
Tully’s owners pick location for new CopperTop restaurant in Onondaga County
DeWitt, NY - The owners of Tully’s Good Times plan to open a new CopperTop Tavern in Onondaga County. The Syracuse-based Giamartino family owns the Tully’s and CopperTop Tavern franchises. If you purchase a product or register for an account through a link on our site, we may...
63-year-old Sandy Creek motorcyclist dead after accident
REDFIELD, N.Y. (WSYR-TV) — Just before 10 a.m. on Aug. 22, New York State Police were sent to a crash with injuries on County Route 17 in the town of Redfield. Police say a black 2007 Harley Davidson that was being driven by a 63-year-old from Sandy Creek was headed south on County Route 17 […]
Day 4 at the NYS Fair: Today’s handpicked menu and schedule
Geddes, N.Y. — Just as fans started piling into Suburban Park in the back of the New York State Fairgrounds to see TLC perform at 8 p.m., the popular 1990s R&B group announced they had to cancel. One of the members had a nasty case of food poisoning. Yes,...
New York State announces additional Free Fishing Day
NEW YORK STATE (WSYR-TV) — An additional Free Fishing Day has been announced in New York State for Saturday, August 31. On Free Fishing Days, the requirement for a fishing license is waived for freshwater fishing in New York’s waters. There will be more Free Fishing Days in New York on September 28, National Hunting […]
Former New York Attorney Sentenced to Prison for Stealing $800K from Clients
A former New York attorney has been sentenced to prison after admitting to embezzling hundreds of thousands of dollars from his clients. 57-year-old Douglas Valente, formerly a resident of Long Island but now living in Florida, was handed a prison sentence of one to four years in Suffolk County Court on Thursday, August 22nd.
Agreement to forgive medical debt for 193,000 poor patients in the Southern states
A hospital and clinic system based in New Orleans is collaborating with a nonprofit organization from New York to eliminate the debts of patients in Louisiana, Mississippi, and Alabama. A New Orleans-based system of hospitals and clinics, which serves Louisiana, Mississippi, and Alabama, has partnered with a New York nonprofit...
NY’s Hochul slams Chicago-style pizza with four-word diss at DNC
Gov. Kathy Hochul gave the deep six to some deep dish. Hochul flatly turned down a chance to sample traditional deep-dish Chicago pizza at the Democratic National Convention in the Windy City, the New York Post reported. Hochul shook her head when NY1 Washington correspondent Kevin Frey asked her to...
New York DMV Launches New User Friendly Website
The New York State Department of Motor Vehicles has announced the launch of a new and improved website designed to be more user-friendly regarding customer service. If you've ever had to deal with the New York State Department of Motor Vehicles (NYSDMV) website in the past you are well aware that oftentimes it wasn't the easiest website to find what you were looking for and sometimes the customer service would be what some would call "lacking".
Utica community mourns death of beloved teacher, principal, friend and colleague
Elizabeth Gerling’s murder has left many reeling and mourning the loss of a beloved member of the community, a dear friend, and a loving teacher. The Oneida County Sheriff's Office announced Thursday it had arrested Gerling's boyfriend Jeremy Kirch, 45, of Camden, in connection to the alleged murder. According to her obituary, Gerling...
Officer Hospitalized Following Domestic Incident in Old Forge
OLD FORGE, N.Y. -- Near the beginning of the month, officers from the Town of Webb Police Department responded to a domestic disturbance on Adams Street in Old Forge. On the morning of Aug. 8, 2024, officers arrived at the scene involving Paul J. Case. According to officials, Case, 23,...
New York Goodwill Wil Not Accept These 10 Items
STUFFED ANIMALS - No stuffed animals, infant toys or games. HELMETS - Goodwill New York will not accept motorcycle or bicycle helmets. BEDS - No beds and mattresses, including bed frames and futons. - Goodwill New York will not accept your old treadmill or elliptical. MEDICAL DEVICES - Goodwill New...
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