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Inspired by father’s struggles, Utica musician stages food drive concert
A Utica musician is staging a concert to collect food for people in need, drawing inspiration from his father’s struggles. The event combines live music with a community food drive, encouraging attendees to support…
Munson brings 1960s holiday theme to Fountain Elms in Utica
Munson opened “Victorian Groove-tide,” a holiday exhibition inspired by the 1960s, at Fountain Elms in Utica on Friday, Nov. 13. The display transforms the historic mansion with period-inspired decorations and…
Griffo, veterans kick off annual Cell Phones For Soldiers Collection Drive
New York state Sen. Joseph Griffo and the Central New York Veterans Outreach Center have launched the annual Cell Phones For Soldiers collection drive. Residents can donate gently used phones and tablets through Dec. 12…
CNY Hackathon tests local students' cybersecurity skills
Students from colleges across Central New York gathered at Mohawk Valley Community College in Utica on Nov. 14 for the CNY Hackathon, testing their cybersecurity skills in team challenges. Participants tackled…
Halloween treat: Carmelo Anthony makes surprise stop at Utica restaurant
Former Syracuse and New York Knicks star Carmelo Anthony made a surprise stop at Papa’s Grill Mama’s Table in Utica on Halloween, Oct. 31, to pick up a DoorDash order. Restaurant owner Marchalee Shaw and her staff were…
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CNY Hackathon tests students' cybersecurity skills
Students from colleges across central New York gathered at Mohawk Valley Community College in Utica on Saturday, Nov. 14, for the CNY Hackathon. Teams competed in cybersecurity challenges, including capture-the-flag…
Cleanup efforts to begin at former Utica City Dump site
Cleanup work is beginning at the former Utica City Dump in Utica, New York, to address contaminants that state environmental officials say pose a significant threat to public health or the environment. The New York…
Halloween treat: Anthony makes surprise stop at Utica restaurant
Basketball Hall of Famer Carmelo Anthony surprised staff at Papa’s Grill Mama’s Table in Utica on Oct. 31 when he stopped by to pick up a DoorDash order. Restaurant owner Marchalee Shaw said Anthony chatted with the…
Utica Comets' goalies and penalty kill part of hot start
The Utica Comets have won 10 of their first 12 games and lead the American Hockey League in points percentage at .833. Their six-game winning streak includes shutouts in their last two contests. Goalies David Rittich…
Utica Police offer 'safe surrender' to those with warrants
Utica police will launch Operation Safe Surrender on Dec. 9, giving people with open arrest or court warrants a scheduled way to turn themselves in. The monthly program will run from 8 to 8:45 a.m., with participants…
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Greater Utica Chamber of Commerce announces 2026 Business of the Year awards finalists
The Greater Utica Chamber of Commerce has announced finalists for its 2026 Business of the Year Awards, presented by Staffworks. Nominees span five categories, including small and large for-profit businesses and…
Report Animal Cruelty in Oneida County: Who to Call and When
Oneida County is working to strengthen its response to animal cruelty, with officials urging residents to know whom to contact and when to report suspected abuse. The guidance is aimed at helping people in the county…
Community Foundation launches guide to support food programs
The Community Foundation of Herkimer and Oneida Counties has launched its Helpful Harvest Giving Guide, an online directory for donors supporting food pantries, soup kitchens and shelters across the Mohawk Valley…
Amerks' three-game winning streak ends with 4-1 loss at Utica
The Rochester Americans’ three-game winning streak ended with a 4-1 loss to the Utica Comets on Nov. 7 at NBT Bank Arena. Aidan McDonough scored Rochester’s only goal, while Matthew Peca extended his point streak to…
Utica Police Investigate Fatal Car and Pedestrian Crash on Mohawk St
Utica Police are currently investigating a fatal collision involving a vehicle and a pedestrian that occurred on the 1500 block of Mohawk Street. The incident took place Thursday night at approximately 8:15 p.m…
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Utica basketball has lead slip away in 2026-27 season opener
Utica University opened its 2026-27 men’s basketball season with an 86-73 loss to SUNY New Paltz on Thursday at the Clark Athletic Center in Utica. The Pioneers led 48-44 at halftime and held a lead of as many as six…
Utica man charged with felony drug possession
Utica police charged Michael Williams, 30, with felony drug offenses after a traffic stop on Nov. 11. Officers said the stop was part of an ongoing investigation into local drug sales and that they found a felony amount…
Pedestrian struck, killed by vehicle in Utica
A man died after being struck by a vehicle on Mohawk Street in Utica at about 8:15 p.m. Thursday, according to the Utica Police Department. The pedestrian was hit in the 1500 block and taken to Wynn Hospital, where he…
Hospice care is about living, not just about the end of life
Hospice and palliative care providers serving Oneida, Herkimer and eastern Madison counties are highlighting the role of hospice during National Hospice and Palliative Care Month. The care focuses on comfort, symptom…
Adirondack Railroad announces holiday train rides
The Adirondack Railroad will run four holiday-themed excursions beginning Friday, Nov. 20, with departures from Utica, Thendara and Tupper Lake. The seasonal offerings include the Polar Express, Adirondack Christmas…
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Oneida County plans car seat safety events
Oneida County is planning car seat safety events to help families check that child seats are installed and used correctly. The events will focus on practical guidance for caregivers and improving children’s safety while…
Farewell Party Hosted for 119th Assemblywoman Marianne Buttenschon
Family and friends honored New York Assemblywoman Marianne Buttenschon at a farewell party Thursday at Utica’s 72 Tavern & Grill. Buttenschon, who has represented the 119th Assembly District for eight years, is leaving…
SUNY Polygenerates $356.8M in regional economic impact
SUNY Polytechnic Institute generated an estimated $356.8 million in economic impact across its region. The figure reflects the university’s contribution to local economic activity through its operations and related…
Griffo, CNY Veterans Outreach Center kick off annual cellphone drive
State Sen. Joseph Griffo and the CNY Veterans Outreach Center have launched their annual cellphone drive. The effort collects phones to support veterans served by the center. Residents can contribute by donating…
Seneca’s historic Utica Mill to become housing community
Seneca’s historic Utica Mill is set to be converted into a housing community in Utica, New York. The redevelopment will give the former mill a new residential use, though further details about the project were not…
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Utica Man Charged With Attempted Murder Following Mary Street Shots-Fired Alert
Utica Police arrested a 19-year-old man after a ShotSpotter alert reported gunfire on Mary Street. He was charged with attempted murder following the incident. The alert prompted officers to respond to the area; police…
Utica Man Charged With Drug Possession
A man from Utica faces drug possession charges after a vehicle stop, according to WKTV. The brief announcement does not identify the man or provide details about the stop, the alleged drugs or the charges filed.
Utica teen charged with attempted murder in shooting
A 19-year-old Utica resident, Kevin Polanco, has been arrested and charged with attempted second-degree murder following a shooting incident on Mary Street. According to the Utica Police Department, Polanco and an…
Oneida County legislators approve 2027 budget with no increase to property tax levy
The Oneida County Board of Legislators unanimously approved a $577 million budget for 2027, keeping the property tax levy flat. Proposed by County Executive Anthony J. Picente Jr., the plan directs funding to housing…