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Village of Ilion Officials Confirm Major Damage to Iconic Building Following Storms
One of the most notable buildings in the Village of Ilion was devastated following extreme weather that hit the region last week. On Monday the Mayor and Public Safety Commissioner of Ilion released a statement confirming the damage and giving insight into what exactly happened. Mayor John Stephens announced that...
UPDATED: Gas Leak Closes Genesee Street for Hours in New Hartford
A gas leak has closed Genesee Street and led to the evacuation of several homes and businesses in New Hartford Monday afternoon. A gas leak has closed Genesee Street and led to the evacuation of several homes and businesses in New Hartford Monday afternoon.
ALERT: Gas leak in New Hartford leads to closures, evacuations
NEW HARTFORD — A gas leak on Genesee Street in New Hartford has closed down parts of the village and several buildings and homes have been evacuated, according to the state Department of Transportation and emergency officials. According to the New Hartford Police Department, a contractor working on a...
Legendary Manager Jim Leyland Gets Choked Up Delivering Hall of Fame Induction Speech
Jim Leyland, who spent 22 seasons managing the Pittsburgh Pirates, Florida Marlins, Colorado Rockies and Detroit Tigers, had to battle through his emotions in Cooperstown on Sunday.
New Developments on Duofold Building in Ilion Following Recent Storms
There's new information on the future of the Duofold building in Ilion following a line of severe storms that hit the area last week. New Developments on Duofold Building in Ilion Following Recent Storms. There's new information on the future of the Duofold building in Ilion following a line of...
Psychic Prediction: Theresa Caputo is Coming Back to Utica’s Stanley Theatre
You don't have to be a psychic to conclude that the Long Island Medium, Theresa Caputo, is coming back the the big stage at Utica's Stanley Theatre. For more than a decade, Theresa Caputo—known worldwide as the Long Island Medium, and star of the new Lifetime Series Raising Spirits—has wowed millions of fans, and in some cases, comforted supporters when they needed it most. Now Utica area fans will get another chance at "healing" when the acclaimed medium appears live at The Stanley Theatre on Wednesday, August 14 at 7:30 pm.
RESOURCE CENTER FOR INDEPENDENT LIVING INC.
131 Genesee Street, Utica, N.Y. 13503 | (315) 272-2957. For more than 40 years, the Resource Center For Independent Living’s mission has been to ensure a fully accessible integrated society that enables full participation by people with disabilities and older adults. It is fundamental that all our advocacy, programming and services ensure confidentiality and guard against exploitation, paternalism, and segregation, thus safeguarding the principle of empowerment.
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.
Todd Helton immortalized in Baseball Hall of Fame
COOPERSTOWN, NY (WVLT) – There may not have been a tougher moment in Todd Helton’s baseball life than what he had to do on Sunday in front of thousands in Cooperstown, New York. It’s something the Vol For Life has shied away from at every opportunity, talking about...
Devils ink Hatakka to one-year contract
UTICA, NY (WUTR/WFXV/WPNY) — The Utica Comets could be getting some help on the defensive side of the puck with a new re-signing announced on Monday, July 22. The New Jersey Devils announced on Monday that they have re-signed defenseman Santeri Hatakka to a one-year, two-way deal. Hatakka will earn $775,000 at the NHL level and $125,000 — with $150, 000 guaranteed — at the AHL level this season.
History Center Hosts Eighth Annual Historical Selfie Scavenger Hunt
August 2 – 30, 2024. Utica, N.Y. – 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.
ARC OF ONEIDA LEWIS
245 Genesee Street, Utica, N.Y. 13501 | (315) 272-1500. At The Arc, Oneida-Lewis, we believe in the potential of every person. That's why we offer a diverse range of roles across our agency, from direct care to support and administrative positions. Whatever your skills and interests, there's a place for you here to grow and make a difference.
4 Hospitalized, Horse Killed in Horse and Buggy Accident in Deerfield
A serious accident involving a Ford Focus and a horse and buggy have left four people hospitalized and a horse dead. Oneida County Sheriff's deputies were first called to the scene of a serious accident just after 7:30 p.m. Monday. The accident occurred on State Route 12 North between the Glass Factory Road entrance ramp and State Route 8 exit, according to Sheriff Rob Maciol.
Herkimer College Board of Trustees Meeting Scheduled
A regularly scheduled meeting of the Board of Trustees will take place on Monday, July 29, 2024, at 6:00 p.m. in Johnson Hall, Room 202. Individuals interested in attending remotely may do so at the Sheraton Niagara Falls located at 300 3rd Street, Niagara Falls, NY 14303.
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