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Frank Tomaino talks Mohawk Valley’s Revolutionary War History to Celebrate Fourth of JulyIndependence Day
To celebrate the Fourth of July holiday, local historian Frank Tomaino of the Utica Observer-Dispatch looks back at the Mohawk Valley’s historic link to the Revolutionary […]
Rep. Anthony Brindisi talks Defense Act, Russian Bounties, Tax Reform and Infrastructure
Congressman Anthony Brindisi of the NY-22 District discusses a variety of issues, including highlights from the Defense Authorization Act, Infrastructure legislation, Tax Reform and reports of […]
What’s Next for Enchanted Forest Water Safari – VP Katie Wojdyla Talks Reopening Plans
Katie Wojdyla explains what’s next for Enchanted Forest Water Safari in Old Forge after reopening plans were postponed at the last moment as they await final […]
Jamie Tuttle with OHSWA talks Restoring Utica Flag & Disposing of Used Fireworks
Jamie Tuttle with the Oneida-Herkimer Solid Waste Authority highlights the restoration of Utica’s iconic American Flag sculpture on John Street, and she also offers tips on […]
Sheriff’s Office Seizes Large Amount of Illegal Fireworks in Vehicle
WHITESTOWN – Investigators from the Oneida County Sheriff’s Office Criminal Investigation Unit seized a large amount of illegal fireworks from a vehicle following a traffic stop […]
Meeting Today to Decide Future of New Forest Cemetery
UTICA – Today’s the day New Forest Cemetery officials meet with plot holders and reps from the State Division of Cemeteries. New Forest has suffered a […]
MVHS to Offer Remote COVID-19 Testing in Minority Community
UTICA – Hard-hit minority communities will have COVID-19 testing brought to them. The Oneida County Executive’s Office announced on Wednesday that the state has finally given […]
16 Residents Relocated after Testing Positive at Lutheran Care in Clinton
CLINTON – Lutheran Care in Clinton is dealing with a small cluster of coronavirus cases after 16 residents in a 40-person unit tested positive. Even though […]
State to Investigate Fire at Russia Town Highway Garage
RUSSIA – The State Office of Fire Prevention and Control will investigate a fire at the Town of Russia highway garage that destroyed three pieces of […]
Professor Dan Tagliarina Explains Latest Supreme Court Decision on Abortion Rights
Utica College Professor Dan Tagliarina explains the Supreme Court’s latest ruling on abortion rights, whether the Supreme Court is growing more powerful in setting nationwide policy […]
Montgomery Co. Executive Matt Ossenfort talks Outbreak of COVID-19 Among Plant Workers
Montgomery County Executive Matt Ossenfort explains how they’ve handled the outbreak of Coronavirus cases among dozens of workers linked to the local Keymark manufacturing plant.
Gym Owners to Cuomo: Let Us Open!
ALBANY – More than 300 gym owners in the state, including some in Utica, are taking legal action against New York Governor Andrew Cuomo for not […]
More than 2,300 Job Openings in Mohawk Valley, State Labor Says
The New York State Labor Department says there are more than 2,300 job openings in the Mohawk Valley as the job market rebounds from the Coronavirus […]
2 Charged as Utica Police Crack Down on Stores Selling Illegal Fireworks
UTICA – Utica Police, at the direction of Mayor Robert Palmieri, checked 31 local stores as part of an illegal fireworks investigation. They say they found […]
Sheriff Rob Maciol discusses Illegal Fireworks and Debate Over Officers in Schools
Oneida County Sheriff Rob Maciol explains what’s being done to crack down on illegal fireworks in the area, and whether the current debate over police reforms […]
John Zielinski for NY Assembly 119th – Talks Medicaid Reform & Cuomo Coronavirus Response
In his campaign for NY Assembly in the 119th District, John Zielinski explains why Assemblywoman Marianne Buttenschon, Albany Democrats and Governor Cuomo are out of touch […]
Director Brian Thomas Explains Proposed Changes to Utica Zoning Ordinance
Utica’s Urban and Economic Development Director Brian Thomas explains some of the proposed updates to Utica’s Zoning Ordinance that will be voted on later this summer, […]State Police Task Force to Crack Down on Illegal Fireworks
Governor Andrew Cuomo has announced that New York State Police will start a fireworks enforcement detail to look for illegal fireworks, and expand powers for law […]
Utica Woman Charged with Stabbing 2 Other Women
UTICA – Utica Police say two women were stabbed Sunday night and a third is under arrest. It all happened on the 1500 block of Oneida […]
Average Age of Local Coronavirus Cases Drops to 43 Years Old
UTICA – Oneida County Executive Anthony Picente says the average age of those testing positive for the Coronavirus has dropped to 43 years old – the […]
What’s Next for New Forest Cemetery? Debra Adamkowski Explains July 2 Meeting to Save Cemetery
Will the New Forest Cemetery be abandoned? Board Member Debra Adamkowski explains the cemetery’s financial challenges, and invites lot owners and the public to attend an […]
Stephanie Heiland highlights Action Plan for Confronting Utica’s Gun Violence
Stephanie Heiland with Workforce Development’s Pathways to Justice Careers highlights the Action Plan developed by Utica’s Access and Inclusion Committee to confront rising gun violence in […]
Utica Police Investigate Racial Slurs Shouted from Moving Vehicle
UTICA – Utica Police are investigating an incident where a white man shouted racial slurs out the window of a moving car at a black woman […]Spike in Local COVID-19 Cases Linked to Montgomery County Plant
Oneida County is experiencing a spike in new Coronavirus cases, and now they know why. There are 36, but 25 are workers at a Montgomery County […]
County Executive Anthony Picente Highlights Phase 4 Reopening and Need for Federal Funding
As the Mohawk Valley enters Phase 4 of Reopening, Oneida County Executive Anthony Picente explains the questions still surrounding gyms, malls and movie theaters; the rising […]
Max Richtman Explains Why Congress’s Proposed Reforms Threaten Social Security Benefits
Max Richtman with the National Committee to Preserve Social Security & Medicare explains why Congress’s proposed reforms to address the solvency of these important trust programs […]
Utica Council President Mike Galime Seeks Input on Proposed City Zoning Changes
Utica Common Council President Mike Galime explains how the public can review and provide input concerning proposed changes to the city’s Zoning Ordinance. To check out […]
Forest Fire Battled on Panther Mountain in Adirondacks
WEBB – Firefighters from several departments were battling a forest fire on Panther Mountain in the Adirondacks Thursday afternoon. Forest Rangers took over the efforts around […]
Baseball Hall of Fame to Reopen Today with Social Distancing
COOPERSTOWN – The National Baseball Hall of Fame and Museum reopens today. All staff and guests must wear face masks, and social distancing will be achieved […]
Enchanted Forest Delays Reopening Pending Approval from State
OLD FORGE – Enchanted Forest Water Safari is delaying their opening, originally set for tomorrow. The owners say they’ve made every effort to ensure a safe […]
Utica College Provost Todd Pfannestiel Explains How Campus Will Reopen in Fall
Utica College Provost Todd Pfannestiel explains how UC is preparing to reopen its campus for fall classes while maintaining social distancing to prevent the spread of […]
Person Dies in Boating Accident in Town of Webb
WEBB – Town of Webb Police confirm one person has died following a boating accident on Stillwater Reservoir, in northern Herkimer County. It happened late Wednesday […]
MVHS Calls Some Furloughed Employees Back to Work
UTICA – Mohawk Valley Health System is updating the public since they resumed elective surgeries back in May. Since then, they’ve performed 987 surgeries. And, they’ve […]
Coronavirus Cancels Saranac Thursdays this Summer
UTICA – It’s official. The Coronavirus has forced the cancellation of Saranac Thursdays for the summer. Brewery officials say they look forward to having a beer […]
Cracking Down on Illegal Fireworks & Sharing Police Records – UPD Sgt. Mike Curley Explains
Sgt. Mike Curley explains what Utica Police are doing to crack down on illegal fireworks that are harassing the city, and also why UPD is making […]
Claudia Tenney Talks Victory Over George Phillips in GOP Primary to Challenge Brindisi in NY22
Claudia Tenney reacts to her victory over George Phillips in yesterday’s Republican Primary vote to challenge Congressman Anthony Brindisi for Congress in NY-22.
Why Libertarian Candidate Keith Price is Running for Congress NY-22
Libertarian candidate Keith Price explains why he’s running for Congress in NY-22 District against Congressman Anthony Brindisi and now Claudia Tenney.
Unemployment Numbers Improving in Mohawk Valley
Unemployment numbers are showing improvement locally. In Oneida County, unemployment in May was 11.4 percent; the prior month, it was 15.1 percent. In Herkimer County, the […]
Gyms, Shopping Malls & Movie Theaters to Remain Closed for Now
Movie theaters, gyms and shopping malls will not be part of Phase Four’s reopening in the Mohawk Valley this Friday following a decision this week by […]
Tenney Leads with 69 Percent in GOP Primary Vote for Brindisi Seat
Former congresswoman Claudia Tenney is declaring victory in the Republican Primary for the 22nd District Congressional seat. Tenney is leading with 69 percent of the current […]
Dan Sullivan explains How Pistol License Matters are Handled During Coronavirus
Oneida County Assistant Pistol Licensing Officer Dan Sullivan explains how they’re scheduling appointments for pistol permit applications and issues during the Coronavirus pandemic.
Latest U.S. Supreme Court Decisions Explained by Dan Tagliarina of Utica College
Professor Dan Tagliarina of Utica College explains the latest decisions by the U.S. Supreme Court concerning sexual identity discrimination and the DACA program for Dreamers.
Blossvale Man, 66, Recovering After Crashing Small Aircraft Into Building
LEE – A 66-year-old Blossvale man is being treated for leg injuries after crashing an ultralight plane Monday morning into a building at E. Centro International […]
Today is Primary Day – Don’t Forget to Vote!
Today is Primary Day – Don’t forget to vote! Polling locations are open from 6 am until 9 pm. But local Boards of Election issued thousands […]
Attorney Mike Grygiel Explains Judge Ruling on John Bolton’s Controversial New Book
Attorney Mike Grygiel breaks down a federal judge’s recent ruling against former National Security Advisor John Bolton’s new book “The Room Where It Happened,” and explains […]
Claudia Tenney – Final Word Before NY-22 GOP Primary Against George Phillips
Claudia Tenney offers her final word before Tuesday’s Republican Primary vote against George Phillips in the NY-22 Congressional race against Congressman Anthony Brindisi.
George Phillips – Final Word Before NY-22 GOP Primary Against Claudia Tenney
George Phillips offers his final word before Tuesday’s Republican Primary vote against Claudia Tenney in the NY-22 Congressional race against Congressman Anthony Brindisi.
Rome Man Dies in Motorcycle Collision with 2nd Bike
CAMDEN – a 65-year-old Rome man is dead after his Harley Davidson motorcycle collided with another on River Road in Camden, just before 7 pm Sunday. […]
No Injuries as Boat Sinks on Delta Lake
DELTA LAKE – A 27-foot boat sank on Delta Lake Sunday afternoon. A family of five made it off the boat safely. Oneida County sheriff’s deputies […]
Sylvan Beach Amusement Park to Remain Closed this Summer
SYLVAN BEACH – Sylvan Beach amusement park has announced they won’t open this summer, due to COVID-19 restrictions and conditions. They say staffing was also an […]