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Mets cut reliever Jake Diekman and promote fellow lefty Matt Gage from Triple-A Syracuse
NEW YORK (AP) — In a surprising move Monday, the New York Mets cut veteran reliever Jake Diekman and promoted fellow left-hander Matt Gage from Triple-A Syracuse. Diekman was 2-3 with a 5.63 ERA and four saves in a team-high 43 appearances after signing a $4 million, one-year contract with the Mets in February. He earned a huge save at Yankee Stadium last Tuesday, striking out red-hot slugger Aaron Judge with a runner aboard in the ninth inning of a 3-2 victory.
The NYS Fair will have a Midway flash sale…at 2 a.m.
SYRACUSE, N.Y. (WSYR-TV) — Set your alarms to 1:55 a.m. Wade Shows, the provider of the New York State Fair’s Midway, is holding an upcoming 22-hour online-only flash sale. It will begin at 2 a.m. on Tuesday, July 30. “The Midway is a cornerstone of the world-class entertainment that The Fair provides, and we’re thrilled […]
Ramp to Interstate 81 north to be closed in Syracuse
Syracuse, N.Y. —A ramp to Interstate 81 northbound in Syracuse will be closed for three days, traffic officials said. The ramp from Sunset Avenue to I-81 North just south of Destiny USA will be closed starting Monday, according to the Department of Transportation. The closure will start at 9...
Meet Ren and Stimpy! CNY Central's Adoptable Pet of the Week
SYRACUSE, N.Y. — Meet Ren and Stimpy!. These two brothers earned their names from the classic 90's TV show of the same name by being so silly, adventurous and completely paired up. They are mischievous brothers who can be found snuggling or wrestling each other at all hours of the day.
Utica man accused of slashing woman in neck with knife
UTICA — A Utica man is accused of slashing his ex-girlfriend in the neck with a knife, and then later breaking into her home and stealing a purse Sunday morning, according to the Utica Police Department. Police said Antonio Lawrence, 43, went to his ex's home in the 1500...
Man Originally from Rome Arrested in Florida for Child Sexual Abuse
TAMPA, FL./UTICA, N.Y. -- A 44-year-old man, originally from Rome, is accused of subjecting a child to sexual contact and was arrested in Tampa, Florida. The Oneida County Child Advocacy Center began its investigation into Anthony Owens in May. Deputies reported that Owens allegedly subjected a female child under 13...
Teen Shot on South Alvord Street: Syracuse Police Seek Public’s Help
(WNY News Now) – Syracuse – An 18-year-old male was wounded in a shooting on South Alvord Street, prompting a police investigation and a call for public assistance. On Saturday, July 27, 2024, at approximately 9:44 p.m., Syracuse Police officers responded to a reported shooting on the 100 block of South Alvord Street. Upon arrival, officers discovered an 18-year-old male with gunshot wounds to his leg.
14th Annual Peterboro Emancipation Day Set for Saturday
At 9 am registration begins, exhibits open, the Peterboro Mercantile opens, and Norman K. Dann PhD will guide a tour of the Gerrit Smith Estate. James Corpin, John Smith, and Max Smith, co-chairs of the event, will gather the descendants and public together at 10 am, as generations before did, for announcements, historical notes, group pictures, and song. The gathering is followed by a processional to the cemetery, by walking or driving, to lay wreaths.
Madison County man accused of sexually assaulting woman
SULLIVAN — A Madison County man is accused of inappropriately touching a woman after forcefully trying to remove her bathing suit, according to law enforcement officials with the Madison County Sheriff’s Office. Sheriff’s deputies said Sean Quinn, 36, of Bridgeport, was at a residence in Sullivan at about...
ON AIR SEGMENT: Senator Griffo talks recovery efforts in Rome
ROME- Following on the heels from our Monday on-air segment with Oneida County Executive Anthony J. Picente, New York State Senator Joe Griffo joined North Country News to discuss the ongoing tornado recovery efforts in the city of Rome, NY, while focusing on a different angle of approach. Be sure...
A New York state police recruit is charged with assaulting a trooper and trying to grab his gun
CAZENOVIA, N.Y. (AP) — Police say a New York state trooper recruit was arrested after he attacked a trooper and tried to grab his gun while attending a training academy last week. State police say the 22-year-old was at an upstate training academy on July 23 when he told troopers he wanted to drop out of the academy and leave. They say a trooper was helping to make arrangements for the recruit to leave when the recruit lunged at the trooper tried to grab the trooper’s gun out of its holster. A message seeking comment was sent to the recruit’s attorney on Tuesday.
MOBOCES board in Verona names new officers
VERONA — The Madison-Oneida BOCES Board of Education held its annual reorganization meeting July 10 and elected its officers for the 2024-25 school year. Suzanne Carvelli, who represents Rome, will serve as president, and Patrick Baron, who represents Vernon-Verona-Sherrill, will serve as vice president. In addition, the board welcomed...
LETTER: Parenting eyed in Utica incident
I write regarding the incident of the youth in Utica and resulting police action. It is my opinion that this was due entirely to poor parenting — 13-year-olds should be at home in bed at 10:30 p.m. and not roaming the streets with older boys. They were looking for trouble, and they found it.
Former Rome resident arrested in Florida on child abuse charges
ROME, N.Y. — A former resident of Rome was arrested in Florida for allegedly sexually abusing a child. In May 2024, the Oneida County Child Advocacy Center commenced an investigation into the allegations of sexual abuse. Upon the completion of the investigation, it was learned Anthony Owens, 44, formerly...
How to ride Amtrak to the New York State Fair from NYC, Toronto and Niagara Falls
Amtrak will offer direct daily service to the Great New York State Fair, which begins Aug. 21 in Syracuse. Four trains — one each from Toronto and Niagara Falls and two from New York City — will make daily trips to the fairgrounds along the Empire Service and Maple Leaf lines. ...
Illegal guns, ammunition seized after shots fired incident in Utica
UTICA — A Utica man is facing multiple charges after Utica Police said they found two illegal handguns and several ammunition containers at a home on Dudley Avenue. Police said Abdi Osman, 25, fired several shots near the intersection of Jay and Hubbell streets on July 20, leading to an investigation.
Fall Forecast For Upstate New York: Will Warmer Temps Continue?
2024 has been one of the warmest years on-record in Upstate New York. Will that trend continue this autumn?. It started with a mild and pretty much snowless winter, followed by a pretty warm spring, and tons of heat and humidity this summer. It certainly has felt like one of the warmest years on record in Upstate New York. In fact in Syracuse, 2024 so far is the warmest on record according to Syracuse.com.
UTICA CENTER FOR DEVELOPMENT
The Utica Center for Development (UCD) is a dedicated non-profit organization committed to addressing the unmet needs within our community, with a particular focus on the veteran population. Our mission is to bridge gaps in service and enhance the quality of life for individuals and families through a wide range of programs and support services. The Central New York Veterans Outreach Center (CNY VOC), a division of UCD, specializes in veteran support. We offer a comprehensive suite of services including the SSG Fox Suicide Prevention Grant Program, Supportive Services for Veterans and Families (SSVF), peer support through the NYS PFC Dwyer Peer Support Program, housing assistance, homelessness prevention, case management, and referrals to VA benefits and legal services. Additional resources include a food pantry, donation room, youth programs, event space rentals, transportation services, a thrift store, and moving assistance.
RIT and NY Sea Grant to expand marine debris and plastic pollution research and education
A team of researchers at RIT is receiving $300,000 in federal funding to expand its work in studying the impact of marine debris beyond the Rochester region and into nearby Great Lakes communities. As part of recently announced National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) and Department of Commerce funding, Christy...
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