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Two Oneonta, New York Residents Arrested Following Narcotics Investigation
The Otsego County Sheriff’s Office has arrested the defendants listed below following an investigation into reported drug possession at a residence in the Town of Oneonta. Deputies had initially responded to the residence in an attempt to locate an individual wanted for unrelated charges. While on the scene, deputies discovered that John Nack was in possession of over ten grams of suspected methamphetamine.
Sheriff’s Office seeks assistance on missing teen last seen in Cortland County
The Cortland County Sheriff’s Office is seeking public assistance on a missing teenager. According to a post on Thursday (Aug. 15), Brookelyn Anderson, 14, was reported missing from High Point, North Carolina over the weekend. Anderson was last seen on Monday (Aug. 12) at the Pit Stop gas station at 3742 Rt. 11 in the town of Cortlandville.
Horse in Verona tests positive for EEE: All about mosquito-borne viruses in New York
A horse in the Town of Verona has tested positive for Eastern equine encephalitis, a virus carried by mosquitoes that can also infect people. The Oneida County Health Department announced the county’s first EEE equine case on Thursday. It follows an announcement from Madison County Public Health that it found out on Monday that...
Weekend top picks: Ithaca Artist Market, Shark Fest, and more
(CortacaToday) — Looking for something to do this weekend? Try these weekend top picks for fun activities in Cortland and Tompkins counties:. On Friday 8/16, head down to the Ithaca Farmers Market pavilion to celebrate the 32nd annual Ithaca Artist Market. A program of the Community Arts Partnership, the market fills all 88 booths in the pavilion with local fine and functional artists. For more information, check out our article on the Ithaca Artist Market and visit the Ithaca Market’s website.
Binghamton Man Charged After Drugs, Paraphernalia Found in Car, Residence
A Binghamton man is charged after police investigated a suspicious vehicle in the early-morning hours of August 15th. According to the county Special Investigations Unit Task Force, around 2:30 a.m. on Thursday, police saw a suspicious vehicle in the parking lot at 211 Main Street. When the officer approached the vehicle, two people were spotted asleep inside the vehicle, and narcotics paraphernalia were seen in plain view. A search of the two people and the vehicle turned up nearly 48 grams of meth.
Syracuse sees 5,100 private sector jobs added in July
Syracuse added 5,100 private sector jobs in July compared to the same month last year, according to the New York Department of Labor. This represents a 2% increase, among the strongest growth rates in Upstate New York. Statewide, nearly 11,000 private sector jobs were added in July, with the largest...
Update: Vestal PD assisted ICE in Peruvian gang leader arrest
VESTAL, NY (WIVT/WBGH) — New information regarding the arrest of the reputed Peruvian gang leader, Gianfranco Torres-Navarro, has been obtained by News 34. Torres-Navarro, the leader of “Los Killers” was arrested Wednesday, August 14, at around 8:20 p.m. according to Vestal Police. While previous reporting claimed Torres-Navarro and his girlfriend Mishelle Sol Ivanna Ortíz Ubillús were […]
Findings on Flooding Related to Oriskany Creek Presented to the Public at Meeting
WATERVILLE, N.Y. -- A study on flooding related to the Oriskany Creek has been completed, and the findings have been released to the public. Oriskany Creek Study Released: What Are the Strategies to Prevent Flooding?. The Oriskany Creek Watershed Commission has developed several strategies to reduce flooding. Commissioned by the...
360 Sprint Car Cole Cup set for Saturday at Utica-Rome Speedway
VERNON — The Cole Cup – a premier event for 360 Sprint Cars in Central New York – returns to the Utica-Rome Speedway schedule this Saturday. The event recognizes the contributions of former speedway owner Gene Cole to racing at the Route 5 oval and beyond.
A sports bar in Syracuse’s Valley will shut down after 2 murders in 2 months
Syracuse, N.Y. ― The Taste of Brooklyn Sports Bar in Valley Plaza is being shut down after a second shooting death outside in two months. A city spokesperson said Wednesday the city would revoke the permit the bar needs to operate, and is seeking to shut the place down with its nuisance abatement law.
Bear family’s death sparks outrage in Old Forge
Community members propose additional ideas to minimize wildlife encounters, educate visitors on dangers of feeding wild animals. Following a weekend incident that resulted in the euthanizing of a female bear and her two cubs, residents of Old Forge are looking for new ways to prevent it from happening again. According...
Syracuse basketball adds 6-9 Serbian prospect Petar Majstorovic to 2024-25 roster
Syracuse, N.Y. ― Syracuse coach Adrian Autry went overseas to find a late addition to the Orange’s 2024-25 roster with the commitment of Petar Majstorovic. Syracuse University issued a release on Friday, announcing that Majstorovic had signed a National Letter of Intent to play for the Orange. If...
Post Malone tickets are under $110: Best prices for his Upstate NY shows
Syracuse native Post Malone is bringing his “F-1 Trillion” tour to Upstate New York for a show at Syracuse’s Empower FCU Amphitheater at Lakeview on Saturday, September 14, and Saratoga Spring’s Broadview Stage at SPAC on Monday, September 23. The tour is in support of the...
Destiny USA facing foreclosure after missing loan deadline, rating agency reports
Syracuse, N.Y. -- Destiny USA could face foreclosure after the giant Syracuse shopping mall failed to obtain a one-year extension on more than $430 million in overdue mortgage loans. Kroll Bond Rating Agency reported Tuesday that Destiny could not make a required $38.9 million payment this summer to lower the...
Brady Market temporarily closing on the West Side of Syracuse
Syracuse, N.Y. — A neighborhood grocery store on the West Side of Syracuse announced Thursday it will temporarily close. The grocery store — Brady Market — will close to explore different food models to more appropriately serve the community, according to the store’s Facebook page. If...
Which food services passed or failed their health inspection: July 28 – Aug. 3
SYRACUSE, N.Y. (WSYR-TV) — The Onondaga County Health Department released its inspection reports for restaurants checked from July 23 through Aug. 3. One food service received an unsatisfactory inspection: Another food service failed their inspection: Denny’s This restaurant received nine violations, none of which were in critical condition. Food not protected in general: The inspector found several […]
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