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Employee Assistance Programs in New York: Providing Comprehensive Support to City Hall Employees and Families. The City of New York is dedicated to supporting its employees and their families through various Employee Assistance Programs (EAPs). These programs offer a range of services to address personal, social, and professional challenges faced by employees in the city’s agencies and departments. The EAP is a joint labor-management program aimed at enhancing employee well-being, increasing productivity, and improving morale in the workplace.
Bankruptcy judge says Burt Marshall ran a Ponzi scheme for years
Syracuse, N.Y. -- A bankruptcy court judge on Tuesday said Madison County businessman Burt Marshall ran a Ponzi scheme for years before it collapsed, swindling tens of millions of dollars from nearly 1,000 creditors. “I find it very well established in the record that there was, in fact, a Ponzi...
Truck Gets Stuck Under Bridge in New York State [PIC]
A large truck hit an underpass in New York state, shutting down traffic in both directions. The same railroad bridge has quite a history when it comes to impacts as well. In fact, this is the very same bridge that was struck three times in just one weekend back in late April.
Massive Amount of Tickets Handed Out In New York State
The summer is at the halfway point and already the New York State police have handed out a large amount of tickets to drivers. The heat and humidity are going to start to subside and the fun is just beginning. If you are planning a road trip anytime soon, there are some things to remember. Watch for kids on bicycles and keep your speed in check. On those clear, sunny days it is easy to get distracted.
Do Not Eat: All Told To ‘Double Bag’ Meat Sold In New York
A number of chicken and beef products were illegally shipped to stores across New York. The U.S. Department of Agriculture's Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS) issued a public health alert that impacts New Yorkers. FSIS Issues Public Health Alert for Ineligible Meat and Poultry Products Illegally Imported from the...
Drone videos capture intense storm damage in Rome and Canastota
CENTRAL NEW YORK (WSYR-TV) — Severe storms ripped through two CNY counties, leaving tens of thousands without power, buildings in ruins, and The National Weather Service looking for answers. Drone video of Rome damage Video courtesy of Ben Augustine. In Oneida County, Rome was hit by a likely tornado. Areas in Downtown Rome, neighborhoods, and […]
National Grid Provides Update on Power Outages Amid Storm Damage
Tens of thousands of residents are without power this morning following a devastating storm that ripped through Central New York. The worst of it has hit Rome, Canastota and Ilion. Jared Paventi is a representative with National Grid. Paventi joined 'First News with Keeler in the Morning' on WIBX Wednesday...
Get the Help You Need After Devastating Tornado in Rome
Tornadoes and severe storms have left hundreds of Central New Yorkers picking up the pieces. But they don't have to do it alone. There is help available. Operators from 211 MidYork are available to assist residents in Oneida, Madison and Herkimer Counties for non emergencies. “Calling 211, texting 898-211 or...
Wynn Hospital parking garage opens Saturday
Oneida County’s parking garage in downtown Utica will open to the public on Saturday. The garage, located between Oriskany Street and Wynn Hospital, opened for hospital employees on Monday. The county had originally planned to open the garage when the hospital opened in late October. But that didn’t work out, county Executive Anthony Picente...
Adler, Wellin Museum Earn AAMD Membership
Director of the Wellin Museum of Art Tracy Adler, along with the museum, were recently elected to active membership in the Association of Art Museum Directors (AAMD). The AAMD serves as a forum for the exchange of information and exploration of new ideas, and as a voice with which directors may express their collective concerns. It currently represents more than 200 directors of some of the largest institutions in the U.S., Canada, and Mexico.
'Some kind of warzone': Romans in shock after storm hits city
ROME — Residents of Rome were taken by surprise when a powerful storm swept through the city, leaving behind a scene of widespread damage and disbelief. Some residents got to work fixing their homes, others went out in search of loved ones and even more walked downtown to see the devastation for themselves.
Utica Equipment Finance Completes Transaction Totaling $4.9MM in July
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Thousands without power across CNY due to storms
CENTRAL NEW YORK (WSYR-TV) — As severe storms ripped through Central New York on Tuesday, July 16, thousands of people in the region have been left without power. According to National Grid, thousands of people in Syracuse’s Valley neighborhood are without power, along with thousands of people in Phoenix, Chittenango and Rome.
CCS Hires New Staff For 2024-25
The Clinton Central School Board of Education met Tuesday evening to discuss new business. CCSD District Clerk Julia Scranton introduced CCSD Superintendent Christopher Clancy to introduce the District Safety Plan before the public hearing discussing the plan. Clancy said the plan includes provisions for how the District is reactive and...
Police commission or advisory board? New Hartford to hold public hearing to end confusion
The town of New Hartford is looking to clear up confusion by either renaming or abolishing the New Hartford Police Commission, as it's an advisory board, not a commission. There will be a public hearing on Aug. 7 regarding the local law abolishing the New Hartford Police Commission as established in New Hartford Town Code Chapter 24.
Oneida Nation to Host Four World Lacrosse Box Championship Games
UTICA, N.Y. — World Lacrosse today announced that Turning Stone Resort Casino has joined the upcoming 2024 World Lacrosse Box Championships as an Official Event Partner. As part of the partnership, the Mary C. Winder Community Center – Oneida Indian Nation’s new 90,000-square-foot community center – will host four games of the historic double world championship, which will feature the best men’s and women’s lacrosse athletes from around the globe. In addition, Turning Stone’s Exit 33 entertainment destination will be the site of the official post-championship celebration.
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