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History program recalls Smith & his Peterboro birdhouse
PETERBORO — Historian Norman K. Dann continues the Summer Sunday Series at 1 p.m. Sunday, Aug. 18 with a look back at “Greene Smith: Rebel and Outdoorsman” at the Gerrit Smith Estate National Historic Landmark, 5304 Oxbow Road. Smith was contrary in his family from the way...
Reported ATV injury in town of Marshall
MARSHALL — On Aug. 16, at approximately 7:01 p.m., deputies responded to a reported personal injury ATV motor vehicle accident that occurred on state Route 315 in the Town of Marshall, according to the Oneida County Sheriff's Office. Deputies said a 17-year-old from Oriskany Falls was traveling north on...
38 Bridges in Herkimer and Oneida Counties Deemed in Poor Condition by New York State
One of the biggest issues plaguing our nation as a whole is an aging and deteriorating infrastructure. That includes roads, tunnels and bridges. Here in New York State there are several locally owned bridges that have recently been deemed in poor condition by Comptroller Thomas DiNapoli's office in a recent report.
Rome settles lawsuit with construction company for $500K
ROME — The Rome Board of Estimate and Contract met Thursday at City Hall and approved a lawsuit settlement with C.O. Falter Construction and will pay $500,110.32 for completed work at the city’s ultraviolet disinfection plant. The settlement was negotiated between the city and the company, as recommended...
Georgian Arms residents about to be driven from homes again
NEW HARTFORD — Georgian Arms resident Ruby Croniser, 94, just wants to go home again. She has been living at Quality Inn and Suites in New Hartford ever since the July 16 tornado ravaged the apartment complex in Rome, displacing nearly 80 senior citizens and people with disabilities.
New York State Police Officer Suspended and Facing Charges in Alleged Robbery
It goes without saying that police officers, whether they're village, town, city or state police, when they make an arrest it's because they are dealing with someone who broke the law. Vast majority of the time, those people are regular, everyday civilians, however on occasion, police officers deal with more attention grabbing individuals, maybe some celebrity, a politician, or in this case one of their own.
National Weather Service: “Above” Average Precipitation This Winter In New York
The calendar says it's only mid-August, but weather experts are giving snow lovers exciting news about the upcoming winter. As I write this article, the date says August 15. However, Fall is near. Halloween stores are opening, and pumpkin spice season is days a way. In fact, Dunkin' is now selling a "spiked" pumpkin spice latte with 6% ABV. CLICK HERE to find out more.
Massive Change For Home Buyers In New York
Home buyers in New York will be affected by a new law that went into effect today. As of today, August 18th, 2024, all home buyers in New York State will not be able to tour a home in person or virtually without first signing a Written Buyer Agreement. READ...
Weather Alert for Upstate New York: Flash Flood Risks Along Interstate 81
Binghamton, NY — Upstate New York is under a severe weather alert today, with heavy rain and thunderstorms expected to impact the region, especially along the Interstate 81 corridor. The National Weather Service in Binghamton has issued a flood watch, warning of the potential for flash flooding due to multiple rounds of showers and storms this afternoon and evening.
Connecticut pair charged in Bank of Utica robbery
UTICA — On Aug. 16, Utica Police released preliminary information about a robbery at the Bank of Utica that occurred around 9:30 a.m. that same day. Utica Police Department spokesperson Lt. Michael Curley said a “masked individual” entered the downtown Bank of Utica branch shortly after 9 a.m. and “approached the teller and demanded money.”
Utica police seek info on fatal Stark Street shooting
UTICA — On Aug. 17 at approximately 4:14 a.m., Utica Police and Utica Fire units say they were dispatched to the 900 block of Stark Street regarding reports of a gunshot victim. Upon arrival, officials say the units located a male suffering from a gunshot wound to his abdomen,...
Emergency Landing Incident In Flight To Western New York
Although several experts say that flying is the safest mode of transportation, that doesn’t prevent many people from being anxious to get on an airplane; especially with the issues of Boeing covering our newsfeeds. It’s true that most flights get to and from their destination without any incident at...
Fire Ruled Arson At Legendary New York Bar
New Yorkers have spent much of this summer enjoying the warm weather, as days have been filled with excitement and fun. However, that doesn't apply to everyone, as several hundred people showed public emotion as one of New York State's most legendary bars went up in flames a few weeks ago.
Rabies ‘Outbreak’ Identified In Upstate New York
New York State is receiving emergency funding to address "outbreaks" of rabies. The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) just approved the release of nearly $19 million in emergency funding to address current wildlife rabies outbreaks in at least seven states, including New York. USDA Addresses Wildlife Rabies Outbreaks in Several...
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