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Major funders bet big on rural America and ‘everyday democracy’
Someone may need to tell Carlton Turner that he’s working to save democracy. Turner is co-director of the Mississippi Center for Cultural Production in the town of Utica, population 600, where his family has lived for eight generations. The organization, better known as Sipp Culture, is helping breathe life into a region that’s seen schools, grocery stores, and factories shutter or leave. A project in the works: transformation of one of Utica’s oldest buildings into a cultural center and commercial kitchen.
Eastern Star Home to host annual bazaar fundraiser
ORISKANY — The Eastern Star Home will host its annual bazaar and Yard Sale Plus fundraiser from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Friday, July 26, and from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Saturday, July 27, at its campus at 8290 Route 69 and 1400 Utica St. The...
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ALAMOND — To Gregory Turk and Ashley Alamond, of Rome, on Monday, July 22, 2024, at Rome Health, a daughter, Theadora Roe Alamond. BIENVENUE — To Christopher Bienvenue and Jamie Knepper, of Williamstown, on Thursday, July 18, 2024, at Rome Health, a daughter, Kara Dawn.
Rebuilding Rome, the upstate New York city that is looking forward after a destructive tornado
ROME, N.Y. (AP) — A tornado that hit this small, upstate city tore off rooftops, leveled brick buildings and toppled the steeples of two historic churches. No one was killed, but the twister left a debris-strewn scar through downtown and nearby areas. More than 370 homes were damaged. Residents...
Syracuse University plans a new dormitory impacting a historic rose garden and mansion
Syracuse University’s plans to build a massive new dormitory directly across from the historic rose garden is getting blowback. According to Syracuse.com, the building on Ostrom Avenue and University Place will house 703 beds. The dormitory, spanning 272-thousand square feet, is slated to be the largest student housing building in Syracuse, with construction anticipated to last 22 months.
Alert: Meat & Veggies Sold At New York Supermarkets Can Kill
Recalls are being expanded for vegetables and meat products sold in New York. The FDA recently warned about eating sliced meats from deli counters. At least 28 people have gotten sick, across 12 states, including New York. In fact, more New Yorkers have gotten sick than any other state. The...
New York State Police Arrest Hudson Valley Man Twice in Less Than 24 Hours
This guy doesn't seem to take a hint. New York State Police say an Orange County man is facing a slew of charges, including grand larceny. Offcials say it all started with a traffic stop late Sunday night on one of the state's main routes. What transpired over the next...
A year after historic Hudson Valley flooding, some residents are still in need of relief
Pawling Town Supervisor James Schmitt recalls feeling a little deja vu on that morning in early July, 2023: he says the town suffered a similar storm with severe flooding the year before. This time, Schmitt says an entire stretch of Old Route 55 was washed out, as were smaller roads, culverts, and homes.
Bear Terrifies Upstate New York Campers, Campers Ticketed
Upstate New York campers who called for help with a bear ended up getting caught doing something illegal. On Tuesday, the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation released its "DEC Forest Rangers – Week in Review" report which highlights "Recent Statewide Forest Ranger Actions." Bear Encounter: Village of...
Lyft will send one-time payments from $38m sales tax settlement – but only if you used the app between specific dates
AMERICANS who used the Lyft app during a specific period could qualify for distributions from a recent settlement pot. The direct payment opportunity comes after a class action lawsuit was filed against the ride-share company by the New York State Attorney General (OAG). Lyft was accused in the suit of...
Utica Car-Pedestrian Accident on Arterial at Oswego Street Under Investigation
The Utica Police Department is investigating a car-pedestrian crash that occurred last night on the Arterial at Oswego Street. Utica Car-Pedestrian Accident on Arterial at Oswego Street Under Investigation. The Utica Police Department is investigating a car-pedestrian crash that occurred last night on the Arterial at Oswego Street.
Utica Police Arrest a Man for Threatening Juveniles with a Weapon
Utica Police have announced another arrest involving an illegal weapon and a group of juveniles. What started as a fight ended with an individual facing several charges. Police officials announced that officers responded to the scene of a fight that had broken out on the 1200 block of Seymour Avenue on July 23rd, 2024. Dispatchers had made police aware of a man menacing others with a handgun.
Modovolo, thINCubator jointly awarded grant funding
UTICA — Modovolo and Mohawk Valley Community College’s thINCubator were jointly awarded $65,000 through FuzeHub’s Jeff Lawrence Innovation Fund for its Modovolo Lift drone prototype, according to an announcement Tuesday. FuzeHub, a not-for-profit organization providing small to medium-sized manufacturers with guided access to an extensive network of...
As Syracuse’s elected officials go mum on ‘good cause’ opt-in, advocates assemble coalition
New York State’s elected officials in April handed Syracuse and municipalities around the state a choice: whether to opt in to “good cause” eviction protections for tenants. Legislators intended for “good cause” to force landlords to provide a reason for evicting tenants and to prevent rent hikes...
Rapids matchup against Boonville canceled by rain
WATERTOWN, N.Y. (WWTI) – The Watertown Rapids have two chances to clinch a home playoff game. Watertown’s Perfect Game Collegiate Baseball League home matchup at the Alex T. Duffy Fairgrounds against the Boonville Lumberjacks was canceled by rain. The game will not be made up. The Rapids and...
Rome school board is a 'dream team,' new superintendent says
ROME — Rome City School District new Superintendent of Schools Nerlande Anselme and the district's board of education are making plans for the reopening of the school buildings and the start of a new school year. Anselme started with the district July 1. At the board's regular meeting Tuesday...
Man stabbed to death by homeless man he took into his own home, family says
Syracuse, N.Y. — Kevin Works’ kind heart was what caused his death, his family said. The 62-year-old, who worked part-time at Meachem Elementary School, was stabbed to death on July 15 at the Seneca Garden Apartments at 103 Riverdale Dr., police said. Peter J. Boehm, 33, was arrested...
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