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Thunderstorms with marble-sized hail in Oneida County Monday
A weather alert was issued by the National Weather Service on Monday at 9:46 p.m. for strong thunderstorms until 10:15 p.m. for Oneida County. The storms are packing marble-sized hail (0.5 inches) and wind gusts of up to 50 mph. "At 9:46 p.m., Doppler radar tracked a strong thunderstorm over...
2 dead after house fire in Oneida County, deputies say
Oneida Castle, N.Y. — Two people died in a house fire in Oneida County late Sunday night, deputies said. The fire was reported at 32 E. 2nd St. in Oneida Castle at around 11:30 p.m. Sunday, Oneida County Sheriff Robert Maciol said in a news release. Crews from 10 fire departments in Oneida and Madison counties responded to the blaze, according to the Rome Sentinel.
Man jumps to death off Rome cellphone tower
ROME — One person died when he jumped off a cellphone tower on Erie Boulevard West in Rome Friday afternoon, according to emergency officials. Authorities said the victim, whose identity was not released, notified his family about his intent to jump and the family called 911 at about 5:22 p.m. The man was found climbing the cellphone tower on Erie Boulevard West at South Levitt and South Charles streets. Authorities said he jumped shortly thereafter and died from his injuries.
SALUTE TO SERVICE: Rome native reflects on Army service
ROME — At 30 years old, William Goodwin reflects on a military career that has shaped his life in profound ways. A native of Rome, Goodwin served in the Army, specializing in the Patriot Missile System. “I wanted to give back to my country,” Goodwin said, explaining his motivation...
Village plans to rehabilitate Grove Street facility
BOONVILLE – Last Tuesday, May 14, the Village of Boonville held a public hearing concerning an upcoming project at the former Delta Hardwoods Manufacturing (previous Ethan Allen) facility located at 210 Grove St., Boonville. The project includes the demolition of two condemned buildings and the rehabilitation of the main building on site.
Oneida County real estate: 10 most expensive homes sold, May 18-24
A house in Marcy that sold for $435,000 tops the list of the most expensive residential real estate sales in Oneida County in the past week. In total, 16 residential real estate sales were recorded in the county during the past week, with an average price of $190,040. The average price per square foot was $136.
Rome rededicates Veterans Park on Memorial Day
ROME — A Memorial Day ceremony was held at 10:30 a.m. Monday at Veterans Memorial Park, 200 N. James St., followed by the rededication of the newly renovated Veterans Park. The park recently underwent a significant overhaul, featuring new memorial monuments placed around the central statue. The flag was...
Interested in becoming a master gardener? Here's how
So, what kind of people become master gardeners? Do they have a lot of experience beforehand? How about knowledge, time and energy?. It just so happens that the Cornell Cooperative Extension of Oneida County has a Master Gardener Volunteer (MGV) program with something for just about everyone. It really doesn’t matter how much you know, or don’t know! You’ll still fit in.
Forestport designated a Purple Heart Community
FORESTPORT — A special ceremony was held at the recent Forestport Town Board meeting. Representatives from the Military Order of the Purple Heart were there to present a proclamation declaring Forestport as a Purple Heart Community. Mary Beth Reising became a driving force for this honor. Her late husband...
Western Town Library hosts chicken riggie fundraiser
WESTERNVILLE — The Board of Trustees for the Western Town Library, 9172 Main St., are hosting a Chicken Riggie takeout fundraiser from 3:30 to 6:30 p.m. on Thursday, June 6. The menu includes chicken riggies from Mazzaferro’s Meats and Deli, salad fixings with tomato and cucumber from Carlo Masi’s, two slices of bread from Ferlo’s, and two chocolate chunk cookies for dessert. The cost is $15.
Rome's Summer Day Camp Program available
ROME — The City of Rome Parks & Recreation Department is offering its Summer Day Camp Program from 7:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Monday through Friday from July 1 to Aug. 23 at Pinti Field, 200 6th Street. The program is for children ages 6-12. Lunch is provided daily by the Rome City School District.
One man rescued from Oneida Lake in middle of night
ONEIDA LAKE — One person was rescued out of Oneida Lake shortly after midnight on Friday when a neighbor heard him screaming for help about a half-mile off Godfrey Point, according to the Sylvan Beach Fire Department. The victim was southeast of the boat launch and Sylvan Beach put...
Man on the Run Arrested on Neilson Street in Utica
UTICA, N.Y. -- A man who was on the run after allegedly threatening a victim set to testify in Utica City Court in February is now in custody. The Oneida County Sheriff's Office reported that Tremayne Riggsbee was indicted on April 2. Following his failure to appear in court, a...
Plans to rehabilitate former Delta facility discussed in Boonville
BOONVILLE – A public hearing on a proposed project at the former Delta Hardwood Manufacturing Facility at 210 Grove St. took place on Tuesday, May 14, at the Boonville Village Offices. The project would include the demolition of two condemned buildings and the rehabilitation of the main building on...
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