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State prison van involved in crash on Route 365 in Rome
Rome, NYJaw Dropping $16 Million Yacht Docks in Sylvan Beach
Lite 98.7Sylvan Beach, NYMan charged following shooting after Rome High School Graduation
WWLPActress Mary Mara, Syracuse native, drowns in St. Lawrence River, troopers say
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State prison van involved in crash on Route 365 in Rome
ROME, N.Y. – A state prison transport van landed on its roof following a crash on Route 365 in Rome Monday morning. The two-car crash happened at the intersection with Lamphear Road around 11 a.m. The other vehicle was not at the scene when the NEWSChannel 2 crew arrived.
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Man charged following shooting after Rome High School Graduation
ROME, N.Y. (WUTR/WFXV/WPNY) – A man is facing felony charges in relation to a shooting incident that occurred after the commencement of Rome Free Academy’s High School Graduation on June 25. According to Rome Police Department, on Saturday, after the commencement of Rome Free Academy’s High School Graduation...
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Actress Mary Mara, Syracuse native, drowns in St. Lawrence River, troopers say
(WSYR-TV) — Mary Mara, who worked in Hollywood for nearly 35 years, drowned in the St. Lawrence River Sunday, according to the New York State Police. Mara, 61, was found in the river by Troopers, Cape Vincent Fire and Ambulance around 8:10 a.m. at 33753 Old Farm Road in the Town of Cape Vincent.
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Syracuse police investigate shooting on Butternut Street
Syracuse, N.Y. — Syracuse police confirmed someone was shot Monday afternoon on Butternut Street. Someone called 911 at 2:58 p.m. to report a shooting with injuries at Family Food Markets, at 814 Butternut St., according to the Onondaga County 911 Center. Syracuse Fire Department and American Medical Response (AMR)...
Beloved Utica Destination for Coffee & Live Music Finally Reopens
The Tramontane Café, the eclectic coffee spot on Lincoln Ave in Utica that was once a favorite hangout for local musicians and artists, has finally reopened after a long hibernation. Owners Robin Raabe and Garrett Ingraham originally opened the Tramontane Café in 2008. Its diversified clientele included businessmen and...
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New York man cycling across America is bitten by dog in Illinois
CHICAGO - Bob Barnes, the man who is bicycling to all 50 U.S. state capitals in one year, had a face-off with an aggressive dog within days of reaching the state of Illinois. Barnes, 52, of Syracuse, N.Y., visited his capital no. 39, Springfield, on May 3. Along his cross-country journey, which began in summer of 2021, Barnes has had a few close calls and some dangerous experiences; his tent even caught fire amid his Michigan trip.
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Rabid raccoon confirmed in Stittville
STITTVILLE — A raccoon has tested positive for rabies in Stittville. The raccoon was sent to the New York State Department of Health Wadsworth Center for testing on Monday and positive results were reported on Tuesday. One person and a dog were exposed to the raccoon and received treatment.
Alert; Rabid Raccoon Found In Stittville
The Oneida County Health Department says a racoon has tested positive for rabies in Stittville. The raccoon was sent to the New York State Department of Health Wadsworth Center for testing this week and positive results were reported today. Heath Department officials say one person was exposed to the rabid...
This local hangout serves high-quality bar food on a budget (Dining Out Review)
Fulton, N.Y. — Driving down 1st Street in Fulton, you could easily blink and miss Muskie’s. But you would truly be missing out. From the outside, this bar/restaurant looks like any other house on the street. But on the inside, you’ll find cheap drinks, tasty meals and friendly company.
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The Utica Zoo Cares For All…Including Teddy Bears and Stuffed Animals
The Utica Zoo has showed for years that they care about all different kinds of animals, and now they're expanding that to the animals that may live in your child's bedroom or playroom. The concept is so cute - a teddy bear clinic. It's happening at the Utica Zoo this...
West Monroe Historical Society Bus Tour Scheduled For July
WEST MONROE, NY – The West Monroe Historical Society is sponsoring a history tour in collaboration with the Brewerton Historical Society along the early water route from Brewerton to Rome. Stops are planned at the for in Brewerton, the site of the Royal blockhouse in Sylvan Beach, the site...
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RFA Class of 1959 plans reunion at casino
ROME — The Rome Free Academy Class of 1959 will hold its 63rd reunion Friday, Aug. 12, through Sunday, Aug. 14, at Turning Stone Resort Casino. Friday evening, starting at 6 p.m., there will be light hors d’oeuvres with a $20 charge. Saturday will be a buffet dinner starting at 6 p.m. at a cost of $40. Sunday breakfast/brunch for $20 will begin at 8 a.m.
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Oneida County resident, dog exposed to rabies after raccoon tests positive
ONEIDA COUNTY, N.Y. — The Oneida County Health Department says a raccoon in Stittville has tested positive for rabies. The raccoon was sent to the New York State Department of Health’s Wadsworth Center for testing on June 23, and positive results were reported on June 24. According to...
Syracuse’s quirkiest brewery to cease operations and close taproom
Syracuse, N.Y. — Anything But Beer, which has made alcoholic beverages that aren’t exactly beer for four years, is closing its brewery and shutting its downtown Syracuse taproom/restaurant. Owners Brittany Berry and Logan Bonney said July 2 will be the final day for the restaurant at 201 S....