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Utica Police’s Most Adorable Employee Is Now Certified for This
Utica Police Officer Penny has earned a crucial certification that allows her to better assist those in crisis. Penny, a Sheepadoodle, joined UPD in September 2023 when she was just 3-months old. She was the department's first-ever therapy dog and she has already set the bar very high for future therapy officers.
What’s the story behind the mural being painted in Tipp Hill?
SYRACUSE, N.Y. (WSYR-TV) — The vibrant mural being painted on Coleridge Avenue in Tipperary Hill is a homage to the Deck of Cards Houses in Cobh, Ireland. Syracuse Muralist Ally Walker has been painting murals in Syracuse and around the area since she was 16. As a Syracuse native and now Tipp Hill resident, Walker understands the pride the Tipp Hill area has for its Irish heritage.
Samba brings reggae music to free Levitt AMP Utica concert
UTICA — The free Levitt AMP Utica Music Series continues with headliner Joe Samba at 5:30 p.m. Monday, July 22 in Kopernik Park, 317 Genesee St. Reggae artist Samba’s music is filled with joy and energy. Samba is a New Hampshire-based singer, songwriter and guitarist who finds the sweet spot between Caribbean bliss and punkified energy … matched with his dynamic vocals.
Still time to take in Munson's annual Arts Festival this weekend
UTICA — The Munson Arts Festival, known as the area’s longest-running summertime celebration of arts and community, will be wrapping up this year’s festivities by the end of this weekend, giving people just enough time to check out the local artwork on display. The annual arts festival...
Tributes pour in for ‘amazing’couple found dead in lifeboat after trying to cross the Atlantic in wind-powered yacht
HEARTBREAKING tributes have been paid to an "amazing couple" who were found dead in a washed-up lifeboat while trying to sail across the Atlantic. Sarah Packwood, 54, from Warwick, and Brett Clibbery, 70, were heading to the Azores in a wind and solar-powered vessel called "Theros" when they went missing nearly a month ago.
Weekend “Big Money” Lottery Winners In New York
It was a lucky weekend for lottery players in New York State. While there were no grand prize winners, the New York State Lottery announced that there where two "Big Money" winning tickets sold this weekend from the Mega Millions and Powerball drawing. READ MORE: NEW YORK LOTTERY ANNOUNCES THREE...
3 people shot in Syracuse, police say; all expected to survive
Syracuse, N.Y. — Three people were shot Sunday evening on Syracuse’s Near West Side, police said. The shooting was reported at about 8 p.m. on Stone Court in the Syracuse Housing Authority’s James Geddes complex. If you purchase a product or register for an account through a...
Syracuse Nationals Roars Into Town
Jack Ziskin: It’s not about the hum of an engine for Syracuse Nationals Operations manager Brian Badger. It’s about the community. Brian Badger: You may be a Ford guy. I may be a Chevy guy. We’re all here together. You know, you end up parking your car next to somebody who’s from a different state. Now you guys are buddies after 3 days.
Everybody in the pool: Last chance to sign up for Syracuse’s $10 swim lessons for kids
Syracuse, N.Y. -- You’ve got one more chance at signing up for swim lessons this summer with the city’s Parks Department. Registration for the last series of youth swim lessons opens on Thursday. The next session of summer classes begins on July 29 and ends on Aug. 9.
$500 Million Investment to Benefit Central NY Communities
The Green CHIPS Community Investment Fund, part of the Green CHIPS incentive agreement between Micron and Empire State Development (ESD), will begin accepting Letters of Intent on August 15. This $500 million fund is designed to boost Micron's $100 billion investment in New York, expected to create nearly 50,000 jobs in Central New York.
Wanted New York State Man Arrested After Falling Through Ceiling
A man in New York state, who was wanted by police on three felonies, had thought he had found the perfect hiding spot from authorities. He thought wrong. Thing is, police didn't even have to try very hard to bust his cover either. The suspect basically gave himself up to police on his own.
Former Edison Tech, Syracuse star to continue pro basketball career overseas
View this post on Instagram A post shared by Marquel Slaughter (@marquelsports) Rochester's Dyaisha Fair, who became the third leading scorer in NCAA Division I history at Syracuse, will hoop overseas. The former Edison Tech...
AmeriCU offers emergency relief loans for storm-affected individuals, businesses
ROME — AmeriCU Credit Union will be offering emergency relief loan options designed to assist individuals and businesses impacted by the disaster. The emergency relief loans are tailored to provide quick financial assistance to help cover the cost of food, shelter, insurance deductibles, and other unexpected expenses resulting from the storms. There are also options for individuals and businesses who have immediate expenses of a larger dollar amount related to disaster recovery.
‘Elegant Creature’ Spotted In New York State For The 1st Time
An "elegant creature" was just spotted in New York State for the first time. We learned why this may have "unprecedented" event likely happened. A flamingo flew to the Empire State. Flamingo Arrives In New York State. American Flamingos are typically found in the Caribbean, Mexico, and northern parts of...
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