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Wednesday Forecast: April-Like Weather Today
Good morning! The summer-like weather doesn’t continue today unfortunately as we start out with rain showers yet again. Temps start in the 50s as well however we only warm up into the low 60s by the afternoon. Widespread rain slowly fizzles out during the mid to late afternoon with some lingering patchy drizzle and mostly cloudy skies.
Waterville CSD Considers Secure Pouch System to Keep Cell Phones From Interfering With Learning
Waterville CSD Considers Secure Pouch System to Keep Cellphones from Interfering with Learning. The Waterville Central School District is contemplating a secured pouch system to keep cellphones from interfering with students' learning.
Rome Lacrosse Honors Fallen Police Officer Michael Jensen
ROME, N.Y. -- In Rome on Tuesday evening, a lacrosse match paid tribute to the late Syracuse Police officer and area native Michael Jensen. Jensen, a 2013 graduate of RFA, lost his life in the line of duty last month. The Rome boys lacrosse team played against Holland Patent, and...
Buddha Day—A Look Inside the Frankfort Buddhist Temple Getting Ready for Sunday Celebration
Today signifies Buddha Day for many individuals worldwide, a moment to honor Buddha's birth. Within Frankfort, a local temple is gearing up for a public birthday festivity on Sunday. Tags. Local. IN PHOTOS: Buddha Day—A Look Inside the Frankfort Buddhist Temple Getting Ready for Sunday Celebration. Today signifies Buddha...
Dead zone fire sparks officials and residents to demand action
U.S. Senate Majority Leader Charles Schumer demanded Verizon speed up completion of its new cell tower following a fire on Oneida Street in Utica, according to a statement from his office. Just a little over a year ago, Schumer stood with local residents, elected officials, and business owners on Oneida...
Enjoy new features with the Adirondack Railroad
(WSYR-TV) — The Adirondack Railroad has become one of the state’s must-visit, year-round attractions. Over the past year, they’ve taken their game to new heights. Here to tell us about it, and get us ready for the summer season is Frank Kobliski, manager, president and CEO. The...
New York Mills veteran turns 102, presented with hometown hero banner
It’s not every day you turn 102 years old, and Stanley Potrzeba, a veteran and resident of New York Mills, celebrated his birthday Tuesday afternoon with a smile on his face. Local and state officials at the New York Mills Senior Center joined Potrzeba’s birthday celebration, recognizing his long,...
Arc Madison Cortland receives grant for Corporate Guardianship program
ONEIDA — The Arc Madison Cortland, a not-for-profit organization supporting people with disabilities in Central New York, has been awarded a $27,800 grant from the Trustee Management Board of NYSARC Trust Services to help support the local agency’s Corporate Guardianship program. The Arc Madison Cortland’s Corporate Guardianship program...
Community Memorial Hospital expands orthopedics team
HAMILTON — The Community Memorial Hospital network continues to seek to meet the growing demand for specialty patient care with the addition of a new physician assistant to the orthopedics team. Jackie Ireland, PA-C, will work alongside Dr. Kamaljeet Banga in both the outpatient and operating room settings. Ireland...
Utica Police Chief Mark Williams discusses role of police
While statistics say crime is down in the city of Utica, Chief Mark Williams says it's a matter of perception and that the department is more relied on than ever. While the five-year average still has outliers due to COVID-19 lockdowns, the overall crime index decreased significantly between the Five-Year-Average, 2022, and 2023.
New Hartford Board of Education candidates present platforms at meeting
NEW HARTFORD — The five candidates who are vying for two open spots on the New Hartford Central School District Board of Education spoke about themselves and what they hope to accomplish if elected at a Tuesday, May 14 board meeting. Candidates Andrew Ward, Robert Roberts III, Kim Strong,...
Prom 2024: See 102 photos from Rome Free Academy junior prom
Students of Rome Free Academy celebrated at their junior prom Saturday evening. The event was held at Valentino’s Banquet Hall in New Hartford. Our photographer captured the excitement, fun and amazing gowns, suits, and accessories. We hope you enjoy the photos taken at the event, taken by contributing photographer Rhonda Hawes.
Art Expo showcases students' work, inspires youngsters
ROME — Seeing the older students’ artwork on display alongside their own Tuesday at the Art Expo at Rome Free Academy just might inspire younger students for their own art projects to come, said Briana Carman of Westernville. “I like the way this includes artwork from kindergarten through...
Rome man treasures receipt of father's WWII medals
ROME — After years of trying, a Rome man has received his father’s medals for his service in the Navy during World War II. Although it took Jim Pfeiffer, 63, of Rome, almost six years to get his father’s medals, Pfeiffer said receiving the medals was well worth the time and effort — and that the medals have quickly become important artifacts for the family.
Local Armed Forces Day Celebration Planned for Saturday
NEW YORK MILLS, N.Y. -- Harley-Davidson of Utica is hosting its annual Armed Forces Day celebration this Saturday. Congressman Brandon Williams (NY-22) will deliver a speech, the national anthem will be performed, and there will be live music. A color guard presentation, a 21-gun salute, and police and fire vehicles will be on exhibit.
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