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Oneida County Sheriff's Office Takes Civil Action Against Attempted Murder Suspect

CLAYVILLE, N.Y. -- The Oneida County Sheriff's Office has taken civil action against the suspect accused of attempting to murder two employees at Pratt & Whitney last Friday. According to authorities, 23-year-old Zachery Stowell, a Pratt & Whitney employee, allegedly entered the facility and attacked two other employees with a hatchet.

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23-Year-Old Charged After Hatchet Attack at Clayville Factory

CLAYVILLE, N.Y. -- A Poland man has been arrested after attacking two employees with a hatchet at a factory in the Village of Clayville. According to the Oneida County Sheriff's Office, the Oneida County 911 Center received calls at 4:41 p.m. on Nov. 6 reporting an attack at the Pratt and Whitney/Homogeneous Metals Inc. plant at 2395 Main St.

Clayville, NY · 1d
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Firefighters Battle Norway Trailer Fire

NORWAY, N.Y. -- Firefighters are investigating a trailer fire in the Town of Norway. The fire was reported around 10 p.m. Sunday on Newport Gray Road in Herkimer County. Firefighters from Newport, Barneveld and Middleville responded to the scene. We are working to find out more information about this fire,...

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Two Accidents At Rte. 20 Intersection, One Fatality

A motorcyclist was killed in a collision at the intersection of Roue 20 and Madison Street in Waterville a day before another accident there resulted in minor injuries. According to the Oneida County Sheriff’s Department, on Wednesday, Nov. 4 Deputies responded to a personal injury motor vehicle accident involving a passenger vehicle and a motorcycle.

Waterville, NY · 1d
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Barneveld resident accused of DWI, felony unlicensed operation in Mohawk

MOHAWK- A traffic stop in the Mohawk Valley area late Friday resulted in DWI charges filed against a local resident from Oneida County. According to the New York State Police (Herkimer), Jeffrey Ferguson, 41, of Barneveld, NY was arrested and charged shortly before Midnight on Friday for one count each of DWI (first offense) and operating a motor vehicle (w/a .08 of 1% BAC).

Barneveld, NY · 2d

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Frankfort Crash on Southside Road

FRANKFORT, N.Y. -- Part of Southside Road was closed after a mini-van crashed late this morning in Frankfort. Frankfort fire officials said the crash happened around 10:50 a.m. when the driver lost control of the mini-van, hit a tree, and the vehicle flipped onto its side. The driver was taken...

Frankfort, NY · 20h

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School Bus Driver Arrested Following Frightening Drop-Off Incident Involving 5-Year-Old

On Monday, November 2, 2026, Upstate New York school bus driver Tasha Van Dayne picked up children at an elementary school and began her afternoon route. While dropping off a group of children, a 5-year-old child’s backpack reportedly got stuck in the door, trapping them. Van Dayne allegedly drove off, dragging the child from the bus. The child suffered only minor injuries, but Van Dayne lost her job and wound up in jail. Van Dayne reportedly closed the bus door on the last child. According to a release from the Oneida County Sheriff’s Office, the incident occurred on Martin Drive in the town of Kirkland. Van Dayne stopped her 2023 full-size IC bus in front of the child’s residence, and multiple children exited the vehicle. “Van Dayne closed the school bus door as the last child exited the bus, and the backpack of the child became trapped in the bus doors,” the sheriff’s department stated. “The child was dragged a distance before the bus stopped.” The school district released a statement about the incident. People obtained a statement from the Clinton Central School District. The district confirmed Van Dayne will no longer drive a bus for the district. “While we

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Rome Student Charged After Knife Found on School Bus

ROME, N.Y. -- A Rome City School District middle school student is facing a charge for allegedly bringing a knife onto a school bus. The Oneida County Sheriff’s Office said the school resource officer assigned to Madison-Oneida BOCES was notified by school staff on Nov. 9. The knife was...

Rome, NY · 1d

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Boonville resident banned from local pharmacy arrested for trespass

BOONVILLE- A local resident is accused of trespass after allegedly entering an area business after being previously banned. On October 31st, 2026, the Village of Boonville Police Department received a complaint of a trespass from the Walgreens Pharmacy. Employees reported that they witnessed an individual who had previously been banned...

Boonville, NY · 2d

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The Secret Taps of Central New York: Where To Find Free, Fresh Spring Water

We all have ways of saving some money, some a little more unique than others. When it comes to water, especially drinking water, things could get costly. For those in areas with sulfur water or higher levels of contaminants, sometimes bottled is the only option. Personally, I prefer tap water and always have. Sure, I won't turn down a bottle of purified 'fancy" water if it's free.

Central New York, NY · 8h

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Blue waves are for other places; Oneida, Herkimer counties voted red

The Mohawk Valley loves red, whether it’s in fall leaves, on the Utica Comets’ uniforms or top of a delicious tomato pie. They also love a lot of red in their politics. Voters in Oneida and Herkimer counties launched a red resistance to the blue tsunami that swept across much of the country on Election Day, voting overwhelmingly for Republican candidates for federal, state and local offices. Voters in Oneida and Herkimer counties overwhelmingly elected Republicans to county and municipal offices as well as state seats contained within the counties. And they strongly favored Republicans in statewide elections and for seats in districts that crossed county lines. Two seats in Oneida County did flip in the election, but to Republicans. Incumbent Sheriff Rob Maciol, a Democrat, lost his re-election bid to Republican Jared Pearl. And Republican Mike Gentile won the seat currently held by Assemblywoman Marianne Buttenschon — a Democrat who did not seek reelection — in the 119 th Assembly District against Jon Lipe. “What stands out to me is how Oneida County has become more Republican in recent years,” said Luke Perry, distinguished professor of political science at Utica University. “When Anothony Brindisi won the county (and NY-22)

Oneida County, NY · 5h

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Section of Rt. 28 in Herkimer to Close for 3-Day Pavement Project

St. Rt. 28 in the Village of Herkimer will close for pavement work between 5th Avenue and Canal Access Road.

Herkimer, NY · 1d

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Oneida County Sheriff-elect Jared Pearl announces Retired State Police Sergeant Scott A. Nell will serve as next Undersheriff

Oneida County Sheriff-elect Jared Pearl announces Retired State Police Sergeant Scott A. Nell will serve as next Undersheriff. (Oneida County, NY) Oneida County Sheriff-elect Jared Pearl is proud to announce the impending appointment of Scott A. Nell to the position of Oneida County Undersheriff upon taking office on January 1, 2027. The selection marks the first of several key appointments as Sheriff-elect Pearl builds out his leadership team after last week’s election.

Oneida County, NY · 23h

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Poland teen charged with felony criminal mischief: TROOPERS

POLAND- A Herkimer County area teenager is faced with a felony accusation in the wake of a vandalism complaint earlier this spring. Last Friday, the New York State Police (Herkimer) arrested and charged a 13-year-old juvenile from Poland, NY for one felony count of criminal mischief in the third-degree. According...

Poland, NY · 1d

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Central NY man seriously injured when golf cart is hit by car near Turning Stone

Verona, N.Y. - A Madison County man was seriously injured Tuesday morning when a car hit a golf cart near Turning Stone Resort Casino in Oneida County. Around 11 a.m., a 2021 Toro golf cart was going north in a parking lot at 4524 Snyder Road in Verona when the driver pulled into the road, according to Trooper Jennifer Jiron, a State Police spokesperson.

Oneida County, NY · 17h

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18 Years Strong: Poland Elementary Veterans Day Tradition Continues

POLAND, N.Y. -- Students and veterans came together at Poland Central School District for a special assembly honoring those who have served in the military. Tuesday morning was the 18th annual Veterans Day assembly. Each grade participated in the assembly. Second graders sang “America to Me,” third graders performed a...

Poland, NY · 19h

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These 8 Old-School New York Grocery Markets Still Feel Like Shopping With Your Grandmother

Some grocery stores still have a real butcher behind the counter, a deli slicer that never seems to stop, and shelves stocked with things the big chains never carry. New York has held on to more of these places than you might think, from Buffalo and Rochester to Arthur Avenue in the Bronx.

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Utica Police Warn of Fake Warrant Scam

UTICA, N.Y. -- Utica Police are warning that scammers claiming to be investigators are contacting people, telling them they have outstanding warrants and must pay with gift cards to clear them. Utica Police say at least three victims have reported being targeted by this scam. Officials stressed that no member...

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Shoplifting complaint at village convenience store results in petit larceny arrest for someone who allegedly did not pay for alcoholic beverage

LOWVILLE- A shoplifting complaint at a village convenience store has resulted in the arrest of a suspect accused of not paying for alcoholic beverages. Last Thursday, the Lowville Police investigated a shoplifting complaint at the Fastrac on Shady Avenue. Stemming from police investigation, David Gerdon III has been subsequently charged...

Lowville, NY · 22h

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St. Elizabeth College of Nursing Earns National Accreditation

St. Elizabeth College of Nursing has earned continuing national accreditation for its associate registered nursing program.

Utica, NY · 1d