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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...
Mosquitoes around Onondaga County test positive for several viruses
ONONDAGA COUNTY, N.Y. (WSYR-TV) — Mosquito pools from traps around Onondaga County recently tested positive for several viruses, according to the Onondaga County Health Department. In pools in the Town of Cicero at East Taft Road, West Nile virus (WNV) and Flanders virus (FLAV) were detected. Eastern Equine Encephalitis...
Newport Takes Over New York City
Four Newport area chefs brought their culinary talents to New York City on July 18 at the James Beard Foundation’s newest concept, Platform by JBF located at Market 57. A night of “Cooking on The Classic Coast” was hosted by Discover Newport and featured four of the region’s 2024 James Beard Foundation semifinalists; Andy Teixeira of Newport Vineyards (Middletown), Basil Yu of Yagi Noodles (Newport), Kevin O’Donnell and William Reitzel of Giusto (Newport), and Peter Carvelli of Foglia (Bristol). The chefs collaborated on a selection of canapes followed by a five course meal, served to a sold out evening of more than 50 guests.
Accelerate Sports offering daily summer camps for kids
WHitESTOWN — Accelerate Sports Complex is offering summer camps for kids of all ages. Designed to provide a fun and enriching environment for young athletes, the camps offer both half-day and full-day options. Children can also drop in for a single day, multi-days, or participate for multiple weeks. There are also sibling and multiple week discounts available.
Woman And Her Mother Face Eviction From Their Historic Bed-Stuy Home After Court Approves Partition Sale
Ayisha and Phillipa Doyle outside their home. Photo by Anna Bradley-Smith. Ayisha Doyle and her mother are on the brink of eviction from their historic Bedford-Stuyvesant home after a New York City court approved a partition sale, putting their ownership in jeopardy. The turmoil began in 2017 when Doyle’s estranged...
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