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Wolfspeed awarded $10.9 million Navy contract with help of Williams' office
MARCY — Rep. Brandon Williams, R-22 Sennett, announced that Wolfspeed has been awarded a $10.9 million contract from the U.S. Navy to help create components to help power national defense systems. Williams was joined by local and state officials, including state Sen. Joseph Griffo, R-53, Rome; Assemblywoman Marianne Buttenschon,...
UNITED WAY OF THE MOHAWK VALLEY
258 Genesee Street, Utica, NY 13502 | (315) 733-4691. United Way of the Mohawk Valley is a leading innovator, problem solver and connector. We go above and beyond the tasks of raising and distributing funds. We help leaders from the public and private sectors develop agendas, prioritize community needs, and find solutions in the most effective ways. United Way is one of our community's largest funders, funding dozens of local programs and initiatives. We work with our funded partners to ensure outcomes are being met and impact is being made. We plan for the future, yet have the ability to be nimble in times of crisis or disaster. By looking ahead, working hard, and planning carefully, United Way can anticipate needs and respond quickly.
Former Utica Sportscaster Just Got Hired by an NFL Team
The Pittsburgh Steelers have a new play-by-play broadcaster and he is a familiar face to many in Upstate New York. Utica has had several big names get their start in our little city. Tim Roye used to work for WIBX and is now the voice of the Golden State Warriors. Brendan Burke called games locally for the Utica Comets and is now the voice of the New York Islanders. He also occasionally calls games for the New York Yankees on WFAN radio. Jim Jackson used to be a sports guy for WIBX and now does the TV play-by-play for the Philadelphia Flyers. Now there is someone else who joins the ranks of former Utica sports voices on to bigger and better things.
Local Cider Mill Nominated for Reader's Choice Award; Voting Continues Through August
A local cider mill has received some pretty sweet recognition. Local Cider Mill Nominated for Reader's Choice Award; Voting Continues Through August. A local cider mill has received some pretty sweet recognition.
Utica man found guilty on weapons charges
UTICA, NY (WUTR/WFXV/WPNY) — A jury has found a Utica man guilty of firearms charges after three days of deliberation in Oneida County Court. Asad Mohamed was arrested in March of 2023 of second-degree Criminal Possession of a Weapon, as well as Criminal Possession of a Firearm. Since his arrest, two counts of third-degree Criminal Possession of a Weapon have been added to the charges. The third degree weapons charges are both Class D Violent Felonies.
JPC Days of Celebration Free Food & Gift Giveaway Drive-Thru 07/22 & Walkers 07/23 Inbox
Utica, NY. We invite you to the upcoming JPC Day of Celebration Drive-Thru (cars/vehicles only) Free Food and Gift Giveaway for disadvantaged families, seniors, and single individuals. The event will occur in the 1400 Block of West Street, Utica, NY 13501, on Monday, July 22, 2024, from 2 pm to 6:30 pm. “Rain or Shine.”
Massively Popular Concert Is Coming To New York State
There is major concert new for New York State as one of the biggest festivals of the year is going to take place this September. The summer of 2024 has been, and continues to be, the best for concerts and live music. No matter the genre, there is a record amount of shows to see and from Buffalo to New York City, tickets are selling fast and venues are full!
17 Cameras Busting Speeders on New York Roads This Week
17 cameras are busting speeders on several roads in the Empire State this week. One of them is back in Central New York. The radar was installed as part of legislation, signed into law in September 2022. The cameras move around the state every week to different construction zones in an effort to get drivers to take their foot off the gas and keep workers safe.
Upstate New York School One of First in Area to Ban Cell Phones
As Governor Kathy Hochul continues her statewide push to ban smartphones inside New York schools, a school district in the Capital Region has already implemented a plan to make its school a "phone-free" space. Should All Schools Do This?. Eventually, they will. Gov. Kathy Hochul announced this week that she...
Many New York Fishing Records Broken After 220 Pound Fish Found
A record fishing summer continues in New York State after a fish measuring 6 feet and weighing 220 pounds was caught in the Hudson River. The New York State DEC says another fishing record was set. DEC Announces 12-Pound, 6-Ounce Largemouth Bass Breaks 37-Year-Old State Record. The DEC announced this...
World of Outlaws Set for Three Pennsylvania Races, 2024’s Lone New York Stop
YORK HAVEN, PA (July 23, 2024) – The summer stretch continues with another busy week of action for the World of Outlaws NOS Energy Drink Sprint Cars. First, Sprint Car racing’s fiercest rivalry resumes with three races over four nights in Pennsylvania where the Posse awaits. Then, it’s north to New York for the season’s one visit to the “Empire State.”
NY school districts ranked 1 to 678 by full value tax rates: See highest, lowest in CNY
The school district with the highest full value property tax rate in New York in 2023 was Levittown in Nassau County on Long Island, according to data from the state Comptroller’s Office. The rate there was $33.38 per $1,000 of the full taxable value of property in the district....
Allman Betts Family Revival to Make 4 NY Stops on Winter Tour
The Allman Betts Family Revival has announced concert dates for its Winter 2024 tour. The tour will begin November 30, 2024 in St. Charles, Illinois, and will feature four dates across New York State. The Allman Betts Family Revival is an annual celebration of American music, spearheaded by Devon Allman...
New York forest rangers conduct nearly 20 rescues in one week
The New York State DEC responded to more than a dozen calls for help over the course of a week, most of which were in the Adirondacks. One call for a dehydrated hiker in Keene required assistance from a New York State Police helicopter. Another call involved reports of an unresponsive hiker who had passed out in her car at the Adirondack Mountain Reserve.
FBI raids NY home of Gov. Hochul’s former deputy chief of staff (report)
The Federal Bureau of Investigation has searched the New York home of a former aide to Gov. Kathy Hochul, according to The New York Times. FBI agents reportedly raided a $3.5 million house on Long Island where Linda Sun, Hochul’s former deputy chief of staff, lives with her husband. An FBI spokesman confirmed the “conducted court-authorized law enforcement activity” took place early Tuesday morning, but did not comment further.
New study finds safest drivers in the U.S. — and they’re not in N.Y.
Everyone likes to think they’re safe behind the steering wheel. Some even want to blame entire neighboring states for producing consistently subpar drivers. A recent study by Allstate Insurance showed that while New York’s motorists do well with not speeding, they’re nowhere near the best drivers in the country.
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