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House in New York State Explodes Leaving One Person Dead
Officials are saying a resident is dead, with another one being airlifted to a hospital, after a house exploded in New York state. The Post Standard reports that other residents as far as ten miles away claim they heard the blast Wednesday evening. Natural gas leaks can sometimes cause an...
American Red Cross lends a helping hand in Rome
ROME, NY (WSYR) – After a tornado ripped through Rome, the American Red cross is on sight, providing crucial resources to Rome residents facing loss and destruction. As the Red Cross’ Assistant Director of Information and Planning Courtney Shatraw tells us, it’s a community effort. “It’s neighbors helping neighbors,” said Shatraw. “These are folks that […]
Jefferson Co. man charged for alleged damage to holding cell window
WATERTOWN, N.Y. (WWTI) – A Jefferson County man who was an inmate at the Jefferson County Jail is facing charges after allegedly Jefferson County Sheriff’s Deputies allege that 26-year-old Dylan Howard is suspected of causing over $1,500 in damages after a July 15 incident. Howard was charged with criminal mischief in the second degree. He […]
No foul play after man hit by train in Oriskany
ORISKANY — The New York State Police have confirmed that an adult male was killed after being struck by a freight train in Oriskany on Thursday. There are no signs of foul play, troopers said. State police said the man was struck by a westbound train at about 11:56...
GreenUtica Garden Tour coming in August
UTICA — Local nonprofit GreenUtica announced a free community event, the GreenUtica Garden Tour, happening on Saturday, Aug. 10 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. To take the tour, which is a driving and walking tour of home gardens in neighborhoods throughout the city of Utica, people can register at the GreenUtica office at 1641 Genesee St. in Utica. Cornell Cooperative Extension Master Gardeners will also be at the GreenUtica office to answer gardening questions and to share tick awareness information. Tour stops will have a sign on the front lawn to let tour-goers know they can visit their gardens in the front, side, or back yards.
All-CNY guard follows prep school path taken by other Section III stars who played at DI level
Utica, N.Y. — From a very young age, Doneilous “DJ” King Jr. and his family had big plans for his basketball future. The next step of that plan came to fruition when the former Utica Academy of Science guard announced his decision to forgo his senior year in his hometown and head to Vermont Academy for prep school.
Legendary Business in the Adirondacks Closing for Good After This Season
It's better late than never that we deliver truly devastating news about a legendary longtime business that will be closing after their season is done. This business has been a staple in the Adirondacks between Old Forge and Inlet for years and pretty soon it will be no more. You...
Shots fired in Syracuse tripled in a week: 8 injured in 5 shootings
Syracuse, N.Y. -- The number of shots fired incidents in Syracuse tripled in a week and appear to stem from beefs between rival gangs, police said. In seven days, there were 36 shots fired incidents in Syracuse, according to Syracuse Police COMPSTAT reports. That’s compared to 12 shots fired incidents the week before.
This New York Camper Is Missing In the Adirondacks, If You See Him, Do Not Approach!
New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) are seeking the publics help in locating a missing camper last seen in the Adirondacks. Should you locate this person DO NOT APPROACH. Contact DEC immediately at 1-833-697-7264, press 2 to speak with a dispatcher directly. Take a look at the photograph...
Details Emerge On Ex-Cuomo, Hochul Aide Whose $3.5M Manhasset Home Was Searched By FBI
A former top aide to New York Gov. Kathy Hochul and ex-Gov. Andrew Cuomo whose Long Island home was searched by the FBI earlier this week was fired by the state last year after "evidence of misconduct, according to new reports. According to a report by Politico, Linda Sun was...
New York Is the Most Dangerous State for Swimming
A new warning has been issued to those wanting to swim at a New York beach or lake. New York is home to some of the most popular beaches and lakeside attractions in the entire country. The Empire State was recently found to have the 14 best beach towns in America.
'The Function Better Program:' CABVI Teaches Youth Various Independent-Living Skills
UTICA, N.Y. -- The Central Association for the Blind and Visually Impaired is hosting a camp called The Function Better Program. It teaches kids who are blind or visually impaired independent living skills. The kids are between the ages of 9-13, and they’re already learning how to use public transportation....
CNY SPCA Pet of the Week: 'Life goes on' with Jack and Diane
Jack and Diane are about five years old and came to the shelter as strays. They’re a bonded pair and must be adopted together. They’re very sweet and would make a lovely addition to almost any family. “Here’s a little ditty, about Jack and Diane,. Two stray...
Huge tech outage disrupts Long Island
On July 19, a “routine” Microsoft software update left the world in chaos. The cloud-based, cyber security firm, CrowdStrike, which is utilized by Microsoft, released a defective, antivirus security update, pertaining to the firm’s Falcon Sensor. The system is installed in approximately 70-80% of global PCs and numerous company servers,
New Hartford School Board to Meet in Mid-August for Superintendent Search Discussion
NEW HARTFORD, N.Y. -- A special school board meeting is scheduled for mid-August to discuss the New Hartford Central School District's search for a superintendent. It will take place at Robert L. Bradley Elementary, located at 33 Oxford Rd., on Aug. 15 at 6:30 p.m. "During the meeting, Dr. Patricia...
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