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Emergency Department Traffic at Rome Health Will Be Rerouted
ROME, N.Y. -- In August, the traffic circle at the Emergency Department entrance of Rome Health will be closed until November. This closure is necessary to complete grading and site work for the new Intensive Care Unit and the Kaplan Center for Surgical Services addition. "In preparation," according to a...
McMonagle remembered for positivity, passion for public service
ROME — Brenda McMonagle, 12th district legislator for the Oneida County Board of Legislators, passed away at age 53 on Saturday, July 27, after a battle with breast cancer. Those who knew McMonagle remember her kindness, warmth, and passion for serving the people of Rome. McMonagle was born on...
5 displaced after house fire in Oswego County
Williamstown, N.Y. — Five people were displaced after a home in eastern Oswego County caught fire early Sunday morning, officials said. The fire at 1311 State Route 13 in the town of Williamstown was reported at around 4:10 a.m. Five people were displaced from the home and received assistance...
Expect a detour around the Route 46 bridge over Oneida Creek
The bad news is that the State Route 46 bridge over the Oneida Creek between Verona in Oneida County and Oneida in Madison County is closing Monday. That means drivers will have to take a posted detour involving Route 46, detour utilizing State Route 46, State Route 31, and State Route 316, according to the New York State Department of Transportation (NYSDOT). ...
Accused of hitting another woman with car, Utica woman charged
UTICA — A Utica woman is accused of intentionally hitting another woman with her car on Floyd Street early Sunday morning, according to the Utica Police Department. Police said Nichole Slattery, 28, drove to another woman's home on Floyd Street at about 6 a.m. and started honking the horn to get her to come out and fight. Police said the victim confronted Slattery in the roadway, at which point Slattery drove forward and hit the other woman with her vehicle, causing the victim to fall onto the hood and roll off.
Remembering Oneida County Legislator Brenda McMonagle; Funeral Arrangements Announced
ROME, N.Y. -- Funeral arrangements have been announced for Oneida County Legislator Brenda McMonagle, who passed away over the weekend after battling breast cancer. Representing Rome and working at AmeriCU, McMonagle was remembered by her colleagues for her kindness and caring nature. Calling hours are scheduled for Thursday at Strong-Burns...
Company news: Bill Brower to lead William G. Pomeroy Foundation board
Following a national search, the William G. Pomeroy Foundation board of trustees announced they have appointed Bill Brower as the organization’s next executive director. He will begin Aug. 12. Brower has worked most of his career in educational advancement, the last decade at Le Moyne College as vice president...
Upstate’s wellness efforts earn gold standard from cancer prevention organization
Upstate Medical University has earned the CEO Cancer Gold Standard re-accreditation for maintaining a strong commitment to the health of its employees and satisfying the comprehensive requirements of the Gold Standard, marking 10 years it has held the recognition. The CEO Roundtable on Cancer, a nonprofit organization of health-minded CEOs,...
Buddy Boeheim on his NBA trajectory: ‘I think I’m as close as I’ve ever been’
Syracuse, N.Y. – Buddy Boeheim did not see a Syracuse basketball game in person last season. It was the first time in his life, he said, that an entire SU season passed without him in attendance at a single game. Boeheim, of course, left the area after four seasons...
Heastie pledges $2 million for Rome to assist in tornado recovery
ROME — New York State Assembly Speaker Carl Heastie pledged $2 million to the city of Rome to aid in cleanup efforts after a tornado swept through the city earlier this month. Heastie visited Rome on Tuesday, July 30, to survey the damage two weeks after the storm hit,...
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.
Wynn Hospital Achieves Reaccreditation as a HeartCARE Center
UTICA, N.Y. -- Wynn Hospital of Mohawk Valley Health System has announced it has received reaccreditation as a HeartCARE Center. This is considered one of the highest recognitions a hospital can obtain from the National Distinction of Excellence from the American College of Cardiology. "MVHS was the first healthcare organization...
Rapids advance in PGCBL Playoffs with win at Utica
MOHAWK VALLEY, NY (WUTR/WFXV/WPNY/WWTI) – The Watertown Rapids made history in reaching the PGCBL East Division semifinals with a 4-2 win over the Utica Blue Sox on Monday night. Watertown will now move on to play at top-seeded Amsterdam, who are the defending league champions. Game time against the Mohawks is set for 6:35 p.m. […]
Shooting injures 18-year-old on Syracuse’s North Side
Syracuse, N.Y. — A teenager was injured in a shooting Saturday on the North Side of Syracuse, police said. Around 9:44 p.m., officers responded to the 100 block of South Alvord Street for a report of a shooting with injuries, according to a news release from Syracuse police early Sunday.
K-Rockathon Reboot makes triumphant return with Puddle of Mudd in Syracuse (review, photos)
The first K-Rockathon in six years was a family reunion for performers and attendees alike. Dreadlocks, mohawks, sleeveless shirts and tattoo sleeves had their day in the sun during this hard rock homecoming. If you purchase a product or register for an account through a link on our site, we...
Clemons is an NCAA Woman of the Year Nominee
Orange forward Rayla Clemons '24 is a 2024 NCAA Woman of the Year nominee, which recognizes graduating female student-athletes who have distinguished themselves throughout their collegiate careers in the areas of academic achievement, athletics excellence, community service and leadership. A medicinal chemistry major and two-year alternate captain for the Orange...
SCORES 7-29-24: Diamond Dawgs dominate Outlaws to advance to PGCBL East Division semifinals // 10 teams whittled down to five in first round of Utica Lady Knicks Premier League playoffs
(3) MV Diamond Dawgs 12, (6) Oneonta Outlaws 2 (8 inn.)**. NYS Senior Division Tournament - Double Elimination. (2) Snyder Landscaping 69, (9) Notre Dame Schools 32**. (6) Earl Savery Bairdians 53, (5) Gates Cole Insurance 46. ** - Game highlights included in attached video. If you would like your...
Push for federal investment into weather monitoring system
ALBANY, N.Y. (NEWS10)–Senator Chuck Schumer visited UAlbany on Monday pushing for more federal funding to update weather tracking in New York State. New York State has had more than 20 tornadoes this month, with 10 happening on the same day back on July 16th. Rome, New York was one of the hardest hit areas and […]
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