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Here We Go Again: Canadian Wildfire Smoke Returns to Upstate New York
The entirety of New York State is under an air quality alert due to smoke billowing in from the raging Canadian wildfires. Summer 2023 was memorable because of one thing: the Canadian Wildfires. The thick, pungent smoke painted the skies gold and partially obscured the sun. Not only did the smoke make it look slightly apocalyptic outside, it also made it reek of campfire.
Water rates, Duofold parcel and vector truck among topics in Ilion
ILION — When village resident Robert Lambert had a question about his water bill increase — he went straight to the source, the Monday meeting of the Ilion Board of Trustees, earning kudos from Mayor John P. Stephens, who thanked Lambert for coming to a board meeting with his problem rather than venting his comments on the internet and allowing officials to explain the situation in person.
New York Health Officials Worried About Lead In Children’s Blood
Health officials from the Hudson Valley are warning residents about the dangers of lead poisoning, which can cause serious health issues for children. The Putnam County Health Department is currently monitoring lead levels in the blood of children. Health Department Warns Residents About the Dangers of Lead Poisoning. “Lead is...
Truck Carrying Gravel Overturns And Spills on Hudson Valley Bridge
Officials say a tractor-trailer overturned and crashed one of the area's busiest bridges leading to long delays and unfortunately many headaches for motorists. New York State Police said the crash occurred early Wednesday, around 5:30 AM on the southbound lanes of the bridge. The truck was carrying gravel which spilled out all over the road and blocked lanes of traffic, according to police reports.
Suburban New York county bans masks meant to hide people’s identities
MINEOLA, N.Y. (AP) — Suburban New York officials looking to stop violent protesters from obscuring their identities have banned wearing masks in public except for health or religious reasons. Nassau County Executive Bruce Blakeman, a Republican, signed the legislation Wednesday, calling it a “bill that protects the public.” Nassau...
Great Meadow leaders accuse state leaders of misrepresenting staff troubles
The leaders of the New York State Correctional Officers and Police Benevolent Association accuse New York state of misrepresenting the staffing situation at Great Meadow Correctional Facility. It’s the first time since the state announced it’s closing Great Meadow that NewsChannel 13 is hearing from the union representing corrections officers....
Local resident charged with falsifying business records, criminally possessing stolen property and false written statement in town of Lee, Troopers say
LEE- A North Country resident is faced with felony and misdemeanor charges in Oneida County, authorities say. Cody J. Wood, 35, of Port Leyden, NY was arrested Wednesday morning by the New York State Police (Oneida). Wood is formally charged with one felony count each of falsifying business records in the first-degree and criminally possessing stolen property in the fourth-degree, along with one misdemeanor count of false written statement.
Massive Tornado Damage Renders 82 Buildings in Rome Uninhabitable
It's official, roughly 500 structures in Rome need to be repaired or demolished entirely after a tornado ripped through the city last month. It's been nearly a month since an EF-2 tornado devastated the City of Rome, sparking an intense recovery mission involving local, state, and national officials. Due to...
Barge capsizes on Cazenovia Lake, will have to stay there a few more days
Cazenovia, N.Y. — A barge that capsized on Cazenovia Lake this week will have to stay on the water for a few more days. The barge, about 12 feet by 16 feet, capsized around 3:30 p.m. Tuesday, Cazenovia police Chief Michael Hayes said. If you purchase a product or...
Cornell Cooperative Extension Veggie Van helping those in need. Here's how.
The Cornell Cooperative Extension team says the 2024 rollout of the Veggie Van program has proven to be a “remarkable success,” as it brings fresh, locally-grown produce to those in need. In just the first month, the Veggie Van has facilitated access to fresh food for over 300 individuals who were otherwise unable to travel to a farmers' market, Cornell said. This number is expected to grow as the program continues to expand its reach. ...
Utica Police Connect Suspect to More Burglaries After July Break-In at Cornhill Store
UTICA, N.Y. -- A Utica man is facing burglary charges after Utica Police said he broke into a store in Cornhill last month. Besides burglary, 60-year-old Richard Brown is also charged with petit larceny. Utica Police said that Brown broke through the window of a store along the 900 block...
Thursday Forecast: Carbon Copy of Yesterday's Weather Today
Good Thursday morning! The weather today will be a carbon copy of yesterday. A couple downpours and thunderstorms are possible in the afternoon but like yesterday, not everyone will see them. Highest chances are east of Utica into the Mohawk Valley. Weather dries up tomorrow, with lots of sunshine ending...
Meet Utica’s New Superintendent of Schools, Dr. Christopher Spence
The Utica City School District introduced their new Superintendent of Schools on Wednesday, during an interview on WIBX's Keeler Show. Dr. Christopher Spence talked about his initial 100-day plan to get to know the district after spending his first full week as Superintendent last week. "It is a privilege to...
Hundreds of Job Seekers Attend WKTV Career Fair; Over 70 Businesses Take Part
UTICA, N.Y. -- Wednesday proved to be an excellent day for a career fair, as more than 70 businesses participated in the first WKTV Career Fair, attracting hundreds of potential job candidates. The event was held at the Adirondack Bank Center in Utica. Semikron Danfoss, a global technology company specializing...
O’Connor ’13 selected to USA roster for World Lacrosse Box Championships
Former Hobart Statesman Ethan O'Connor '13 is one of 23-players selected by USA Lacrosse to represent the United States in the World Lacrosse Box Championships, Sept. 20-29 in Utica, New York. A defenseman, he was previously chosen to represent the Stars and Stripes at the 2019 World Indoor Lacrosse Championship, but was injured before the tournament began and missed out on the Americans' bronze medal run. O'Connor graduated from Hobart with a bachelor's degree in economics. On the lacrosse field, the long-stick midfielder produced five goals, an assist, 116 ground balls and 11 caused turnovers during his Statesman career. In...
Meeting to discuss New Hartford superintendent search
NEW HARTFORD — The Intercultural Association (TIA) of New Hartford encourages community members to make their voices heard during the special New Hartford Central School District Board of Education meeting at 6:30 p.m. Thursday, Aug. 15 at Bradley Elementary School, 33 Oxford Road. Oneida-Herkimer-Madison BOCES District Superintendent Patricia Kilburn...
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