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Commission says New York judge should be removed over profane rant at graduation party
NEW YORK (AP) — A New York state judge who engaged in a prolonged, offensive rant after a melee erupted at a high school graduation party should be removed from office, a judicial watchdog panel ruled. State Supreme Court Justice Erin Gall, 53, invoked her authority as a judge...
17 and 9-year-old in critical condition after Oneida Co. buggy crash
DEERFIELD, N.Y. (WSYR-TV) — Almost every week this month, a serious buggy crash has happened in Central New York. Around 6:30 p.m. on July 22, Oneida County Sheriff’s Office was sent to a crash at Route 12 in the Town of Deerfield. The incident involves a 2007 Ford...
Increased Risk of Isolated “Severe” Thunderstorms in Central New York
The National Weather Service has issued a Hazardous Weather Outlook for Wednesday, July 24. Residents should be aware there could be hail, torrential downpours, and damaging winds whipping up this afternoon and evening. Areas that should be currently on alert include Oneida, Onondaga, Otsego, Madison, and Cortland County. Watch out...
Former Upstate New York Executive Admits to Mail Fraud
Kevin Harrington, a 50-year-old resident of Oneonta, New York, has pled guilty to charges of mail fraud. The federal indictment against Harrington included two counts of mail fraud, as confirmed by United States Attorney Carla B. Freedman and Special Agent in Charge Craig L. Tremaroli of the Albany Field Office of the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI).
Barroom Neon Project to Present Second Concert of Library Series
Postponed due to weather – The Barroom Neon Project, comprised of Joe Famulare, Christine Famulare, and Rory O’Bryan, as well as musicians from other local and regional bands, will perform the second concert in the Little Falls Public Library’s Community Concert Series. The concert will be held...
Experts Say, Add This To Your Coffee for Increased Brain Health
Many people can't seem to wake up in the morning without their first cup of coffee. Now, top neurologists say, adding a certain ingredient can do more than "pep you up," it can do wonderful things for your brain. This neurologist-approved ingredient could amplify the drink’s brain-boosting and protective potential...
Unsettled Weather Ahead
Tonight: Partly cloudy. Low 65. Wednesday morning: Partly sunny. Low 70s. Wednesday afternoon: A mix of sunshine and clouds with occasional showers and thunderstorms. High 82. Wednesday evening: Scattered showers and storms. Mid 70s. The weather turns unsettled this week, with several chances for scattered showers and thunderstorms. For tonight,...
Christmas in July
UTICA, N.Y. -- It might not feel like it with all the crazy weather we’ve been having but believe it or not Tuesday was Christmas. Christmas in July that is. If you were one of the many people to head down to the What the Truck food truck rally at Utica’s Canal Park, you had the chance to catch up with Santa and also help stuff the bus.
Dawgs’ Dramatics Continue, Knock Off Oneonta in Last At-Bat
LITTLE FALLS, NY – Drama and the Mohawk Valley Diamond Dawgs seem to go hand in hand lately. Once again, and for the third time in four games, a Mohawk Valley player came up with a game-winning hit in the ninth. For the second time in three last-out games, it was the Oneonta Outlaws who came up on the short end on Tuesday, losing 2-1 on a Levi McAllister (/SUNY Albany) hit with two outs in the bottom of the ninth.
Upstate NY Man Air Lifted to Syracuse After Herkimer Stabbing
Herkimer Police have arrested a homeless man on charges that he seriously stabbed a local man on a remote trail just outside the village. Police say on Sunday at 12:15 am, officers were dispatched to a report of a stabbing at the “Point” which is on a trail at the end of Kings Rd., just outside the village. Dispatchers advised officers that the victim would be yelling as he was quite a distance down the trail. While searching the area on foot and following the yells for help by the victim, officers located the victim who had sustained a stab wound to his lower back. Police tended to the wound until EMS arrived at the remote location. Due to the location and the fact that the suspect had not been located, Herkimer Fire Department and MOVAC were escorted into the scene by Officers. Once the victim had been removed by MOVAC, he was flown by Mercy Flight to a hospital in Syracuse.
Late staff members honored at Utica school board meeting
UTICA — Utica City School District Interim Superintendent Kathleen Davis called for a moment of silence at Tuesday’s regular board of education meeting in honor of two retired district employees who had recently passed away. The board officially recorded, with sorrow, a resolution acknowledging the passing of Margaret...
History Center Hosts Eighth Annual Historical Selfie Scavenger Hunt
August 2 – 30, 2024. Join Oneida County History Center for its eighth annual Historical Selfie Scavenger Hunt. Venture on a county or city-wide scavenger hunt to explore the people, places, and events that shaped Oneida County. Document your travels with a photo or selfie and share it on social media. All ages are encouraged to participate in this free program with prizes from local businesses. On August 2, from 2-4 pm, the History Center will host a launch party with refreshments and games. Clue sheets and instructions will be available at the History Center or oneidacountyhistory.org.
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