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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.
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...
Herkimer College announces 2024 Torchbearer Award recipients
Photo submitted – Pictured from Left: Faye Eichholzer, Anne Greco, William Pelz, and Raymond Lenarcic. The Herkimer County Community College Board of Trustees recently selected four individuals to receive the 2024 Torchbearer Award. The prestigious honor is presented to individuals who have made substantial contributions to the College’s development and success. The Torchbearer Awards have been presented every five years since 1999.
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.
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...
Panel Releases Videos of Local Judge Threatening to Shoot Black Teens
"That's how Judge Gall rolls," Supreme Court Justice Erin Gall told 4 black teens in some way involved in a fight at a 2022 graduation party in New Hartford. "We're clearing this place out," she yelled as she was attempting to coerce police into taking action against the teens, who came to the party after they were invited by a friend on social media.
Saint Johnsville man charged with threatening judge
The Fulton County Sheriff's Office announced the arrest of Edward McGowan, 28, of Saint Johnsville. McGowan was charged with aggravated harassment of a judge, an offense that was recently passed into law on July 19, according to the sheriff's office.
Fatal Crash Closes Route 7 in Oneonta, New York
Per the New York State Police and DOT, Route 7 in Oneonta is closed after a fatal accident involving a pedestrian. According to 511.ny.org: Crash road closed and Crash with fatal on NY 7 both directions between East End Ave (Oneonta) and CR 47 (Oneonta) 2 all lanes of 2 lanes blocked for a crash involving a car and pedestrian with one confirmed fatality. All WB traffic is being diverted off at CR 47 to I-88 WB to NY 23 for reentry to NY-7. EB traffic is being diverted off at NY 23 to I-88 EB to CR 47 for reentry to NY 7. DOT and other emergency personnel on scene. Started Open Reach. IR#5865090.
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.
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.
Sitrin Wellness Center celebrates 25 years
NEW HARTFORD — The Sitrin Medical Rehabilitation Center, with state-of-the-art equipment and two heated pools, offers Wellness Center memberships to former patients and the public. Elizabeth Lockwood, a licensed occupational therapist and wellness coordinator, says the membership is perfect for those who are seasoned in their gym workouts, to...
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.
Unsettled Weather Expected
Tonight: Partly cloudy. Low 66. Tuesday morning: Partly sunny. Low 70s. Tuesday afternoon: Partly sunny. Chance of a storm. High 81. Tuesday evening: Partly cloudy. Low 70s. The weather turns unsettled this week, with several chances for scattered showers and thunderstorms. For tonight, expect partly cloudy skies. Mild and muggy, with overnight lows in the mid 60s. Partly sunny on Tuesday, with the chance of a pop up shower or thunderstorm. Highs in the low 80s. Scattered showers and thunderstorms are expected on Wednesday. Humid, with highs in the low 80s. Widespread showers and a few thunderstorms possible on Thursday, with highs in the upper 70s.
The Trip Isn’t Easy but Cooperstown Is Worth It
COOPERSTOWN, N.Y. – I have a longstanding joke about where I grew up. Go to the middle of nowhere and stop. Then make a left turn and go another 10 miles. I say that from a place of love about Ohioville, Pa. However, those same directions can be followed to get to Cooperstown. It is a village in Central New York that is truly off the beaten path. Cooperstown is not just off a major interstate or highway. It is not close to a major airport. You’ve got to want to visit Cooperstown to get there. However, visiting Cooperstown is worth any travel hassle. I can...
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