Staff Reports
Saturday Information Session
HERKIMER, March 31, 2010 -- Herkimer County Community College will hold an Information Session for prospective students on Saturday, April 10 from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. in the Robert McLaughlin College Center.
Tickets Still Available for The Fray at Turning Stone’s Event Center April 20
VERONA, March 31, 2010 -- You know all the songs, but do you know who sings them? Here are a couple: “Cable Car” (Over My Head) and “How to Save a Life.” ...University of British Columbia Professor, Author Geraldine Pratt to Lecture at Hamilton College
CLINTON, March 31, 2010-- Geraldine Pratt, professor of geography at the University of British Columbia, will give a lecture at Hamilton College on Tuesday, April 13, at 4:15 at the Red Pit. Her talk is titled “(Neo)Liberal Ambivalence and the Deferral of Inclusion: Filipino Foreign Domestic Workers and their Families in Canada.” ...Theatrical Group Performance at HCCC
HERKIMER, March 31, 2010 -- Herkimer County Community College's Generals Theatrical Group is performing Mary Chase's Harvey, A Comedy in Three Acts. ...Traffic Stop Leads to DWI Arrest
NEW HARTFORD, March 31, 2010 -- The New Hartford Police Department arrested Timothy R Lemieux, 36, of Clayville, after the New Hartford Central Dispatch received a call around 3:00 this morning, stating that an intoxicated male was operating a pickup truck in the parking lot of McDonalds located off of Oneida Street in the Town of New Hartford....Fatal accident on Thruway closes southbound lanes for several hours
ATHENS, March 31, 2010 -- On March 30, at 11:30 a.m., State Police, Troop T, investigated a fatal truck accident on I-87 (NYS Thruway) in the Town of Athens, Greene County. ...Utica College Conference to Focus on Preventing, Detecting Construction Fraud
UTICA, March 31, 2010 – Historically, times of economic decline coincide with an increase in crime, particularly fraud....Sports Ethicist to Speak at Hamilton College
CLINTON, March 31, 2010 -- Jan Boxill, director of the Parr Center for Ethics at the University of North Carolina, will speak on “The Moral Significance of Sport” on Wednesday, April 7, at 7:30 p.m. in Dwight Lounge in the Bristol Campus Center at Hamilton College. ...Girl Scout Daisies Participate in Bears in Space Program
HERKIMER, March 31, 2010 -– Girl Scouts in kindergarten and first grade will visit and explore the planetarium at Herkimer County BOCES on Friday, April 30 from 6 to 7:30 p.m. ...MVCC workshops aim to prevent child abuse
UTICA, March 30, 2010 -- Mohawk Valley Community College is working to keep Central New York schools safe and violence-free through two workshops on recognizing and reporting child abuse. ...Easter Eggstravaganza
UTICA, March 30, 2010 -- It’s that time of year again! On Saturday, April 3rd from 11 a.m.-3 p.m., the Utica Zoo will host its annual Easter Eggstravaganza....Turning Stone announcements
VERONA, March 30, 2010 -- Recent announcements from Turning Stone Resort and Casino:...
State Police Embark on an Education and Safety Campaign
ONEIDA, March 30, 2010 -- The New York State Police in Troop D are embarking on an educational and safety campaign regarding the proper utilization of Slow Moving Vehicle Emblems for Agricultural Equipment and Animal Drawn Vehicles. ...Morrisville State College Revs Up For Auto Show Festival April 10
MORRISVILLE, March 30, 2010 —Auto enthusiasts are invited to Morrisville State College’s Second Annual Bass Off and Auto Show Festival April10. ...SavOn Stores Raise More Than $23,000 for MDA
VERONA, March 30, 2010 -- The Oneida Nation’s SavOn stores collected $23,146 for the Muscular Dystrophy Association’s annual “Shamrocks for Dystrophy” fundraiser. The 2010 total was up more than $5,500 over last year....Holocaust Survivor to Speak at HCCC
HERKIMER, March 30, 2010 -- Herkimer County Community College’s Women’s Club is sponsoring “An Afternoon with Helen Sperling: Holocaust Survivor, Historian, Teacher.” ...HCCC Softball Signs Two Recruits
HERKIMER, March 30, 2010 -- Herkimer County Community College’s women’s softball head coach PJ Anadio recently announced the signing of national letters of intent by Shannon McBride (Mechanicville, NY) and Emily Baldwin (Gloversville, NY) to play for the Generals next year....
Woman arrested on Thruway under Leandra's Law
ALBANY, March 30, 2010 -- A Thruway driver was arrested Sunday under Leandra's Law this weekend....HCCC women's lacrosse teams wins against Erie
March 30, 2010 -- Herkimer women's lacrosse won to a close game to a much improved Erie team with a score of 14-10. ...
Felony DWI arrest on the Thruway in Montgomery County
FLORIDA, NY, March 30, 2010 -- On March 28, Troop T, SP Albany Troopers, received complaints of a vehicle traveling on the Thruway weaving from lane to lane. ...HCCC open house attendees receive scholarships
HERKIMER, March 30, 2010 -- Herkimer County Community College awarded two student scholarships at its Spring Open House held March 27. ...Landlord/Tenant Relations workshop at HCCC
HERKIMER, March 30, 2010 -- Herkimer County Community College is offering a workshop on landlord/tenant relations. ...HCCC Faculty Promotions
HERKIMER, March 30, 2010 -— The Herkimer County Community College Board of Trustees, at their March 18, 2010 meeting, recognized three faculty through promotion in rank, effective September 1, 2010....Alzheimer’s Support Group Meeting at Folts Home
HERKIMER, March 30, 2010 -- The monthly meeting of an Alzheimer’s/dementia support group will take place at 5:00 p.m. on Monday, April 5, 2010, at Folts Homes (Judd Mansion conference room), 104 North Washington Street, in Herkimer. ...
HCCC Softball Signs Local Recruit
HERKIMER, March 30, 2010 -- Herkimer County Community College’s women’s softball head coach PJ Anadio recently announced the signing of a national letter of intent by Little Falls High School senior Olivia Tooley to play for the Generals next year....Utica PBA annual golf tournament
UTICA, March 30, 2010 -- The Utica Police Department's union, the John E. Creedon Police Benevolent Association, is hosting its annual golf tournament at the Stonebridge Golf Course June 11....Senate Passes Resolution to Designate September “National Childhood Obesity Awareness Month”
WASHINGTON, D.C., March 30, 2010 -– Late last week, the U.S. Senate passed legislation introduced earlier this year by U.S. Senators Kirsten Gillibrand (D-NY) and George V. Voinovich (R-OH) to designate the month of September as National Childhood Obesity Awareness Month – bringing national attention to a growing epidemic among youth in the United States....Utica Mutual to purchase Nationwide Holdings, Inc. and its Founders Insurance Company
NEW HARTFORD, March 30, 2010 -- Utica Mutual Insurance Company, principal member company of the Utica National Insurance Group, announced that it has entered into a definitive agreement to acquire Nationwide Holdings, Inc., the holding company for Founders Insurance Company of Des Plaines, Illinois. ...UPD gives traffic warning
UTICA, March 30, 2010 -- A telephone pole was damaged Tuesday morning shortly after 7 a.m. near the intersection of Keyes Road and Herkimer Road....Parolee arrested for shoplifting
NEW HARTFORD, March 30, 2010 -- A parolee was arrested Monday for shoplifting from the mall....Two men arrested for possession of crack
UTICA, March 30, 2010 -- Two men were arrested this week on charges of criminal possession of a controlled substance....
Man arrested for forcible touching
Oneida, March 29, 2010 -- State Police in Oneida arrested 26 year-old, Chad Snow, from 8 Clark Street in Cazenovia, NY on 1 count of Forcible Touching, a class "A" misdemeanor....
Man stabbed during 'botched' drug deal
ROME, March 30, 2010 -- A Lee man faces felony assault charges following a drug deal gone bad this week....Turning Stone Upgrades Gaming Floor with New Machines, New Games
VERONA, March 29, 2010 -- Turning Stone Resort and Casino continues to replace the older machines on the gaming floor. ...New York Lottery Awards $10,000 Cash Prize To Frankfort Instant Game Winner
SCHENECTADY, March 29, 2010 -- The New York Lottery today announced Bonnie View of Frankfort won $10,000 on the Lottery's Loose Change Doubler instant game. ...Fleeing Shoplifters Caught After Scuffle with Store Staff
NEW HARTFORD, March 29, 2010 -- On March 28, 2010 at about 6:30 pm, the New Hartford Police Department responded to Macy’s in the Sangertown Mall after a report was received that two females fled the store with stolen merchandise after scuffling with a store Loss Prevention Officer. ...DeLisle-Heath nominated for exec of the year
March 29, 2010 -- American Red Cross of the Mohawk Valley Executive Director was chosen as one of three finalist for Executive of the Year....Excel Course Offered
HERKIMER, March 29, 2010 -- Herkimer County Community College is offering a non-credit computer course in Microsoft Excel....Backyard Gardening to Attract Birds
WHITESTOWN, March 29, 2010 - Free classes on many aspects of Backyard gardening will be presented at the Herb and Flower Festival, June 26th at the Cornell Cooperative Extension. ...Meet at Hart’s Hill Inn Monday night for Relay kick-off
WHITESBORO, March 29, 2010 -- Whitesboro is once again hosting the American Cancer Society’s Relay for Life, a 24 hour event, this June 5th and 6th at the Whitesboro Senior High School. ...Two new board members appointed to Griffis Local Development Corp.
ROME, March 29, 2010 -- Douglas Bartell, Vice President, Oneida Savings Bank and Kevin Martin have been appointed to vacant seats on the Griffiss Local Development Corporation (GLDC) Board of Directors. ...MVCC hosts professor from Vietnam
UTICA, March 29, 2010 -- Mohawk Valley Community College is once again playing host to an international delegate from Vietnam, who is spending six weeks this spring learning how the American education system operates. ...Utica woman gets DWI
WHITESTOWN, March 29, 2010 -- A Utica woman faces DWI charges out of Whitestown following a routine traffic stop Saturday night....Active warrants out of Sylvan Beach
SYLVAN BEACH, March 29, 2010 -- The State Police in Sylvan Beach hold active warrants on the below listed subjects....New Hartford woman arrested for DWI
BROOKFIELD, March 29, 2010 -- On March 27, 2010 at 1:30 PM, Morrisville State Police arrested Lynne A. Potoczny, age 51, OF New Hartford, for DWI following a traffic stop on State Route 12....Traffic Stop Leads to False Personation Arrest
NEW HARTFORD, March 29, 2010 -- According to the New Hartford Police Department a Clark Mills man was arrested for giving police his brother name and birth date in order to avoid unpaid traffic tickets and a Bench Warrant....
State Sen. crusades against... low pants
NEW YORK, March 28 (UPI) -- State Sen. Eric Adams (D-Brooklyn) said he would urge a dress code that would ban sagging pants in city public schools....Home Expo runs through today
NEW HARTFORD, March 28, 2010-- The Home Builder's Association 'Home Expo' is being held today until 5 p.m. at the Crossroads Plaza (formerly Pharmhouse) on Seneca Turnpike in New Hartford. ...China uses perfume to sweeten landfill
BEIJING, March 26 (UPI) -- Beijing officials hope spraying perfume from 100 high-pressure nozzles around a major landfill can temporarily end complaints about the stink....TV reporter acquitted of animal cruelty
COPENHAGEN, Denmark, March 26 (UPI) -- A Danish TV reporter who demonstrated the toxicity of a shampoo by pouring it into a fish tank was acquitted of animal cruelty Friday. ...Man arrested in road-kill resuscitation
PITTSBURGH, March 26 (UPI) -- A Pennsylvania man was charged with public drunkenness after trying to resuscitate a road-killed possum, police say. ...'Mob Museum' to open in Las Vegas
LAS VEGAS, March 26 (UPI) -- Several exhibits for a planned Las Vegas "Mob Museum" scheduled to open in 2011 were unveiled Thursday amid controversy, observers say....Blagojevich may not get official portrait
SPRINGFIELD, Ill., March 27 (UPI) -- Illinois lawmakers have voted to deny former Gov. Rod Blagojevich money for an official portrait in the Statehouse, officials say. ...Bumbling thieves tossed priceless necklace
ROSCOMMON, Ireland, March 27 (UPI) -- Two incompetent thieves who threw priceless 4,000-year-old Irish jewelry into a dumpster have received suspended sentences for the crime....Justices an obstacle to Obama agenda?
WASHINGTON, March 26 (UPI) -- As President Barack Obama moves beyond healthcare reform to push for the rest of his agenda, will the U.S. Supreme Court be an obstacle to his place in history?...Obama makes first recess appointments
WASHINGTON, March 27 (UPI) -- President Obama made 15 recess appointments Saturday to labor, trade and commerce positions, bypassing confirmation by the U.S. Senate....Barbara Bush hospitalized in Houston
HOUSTON, March 27 (UPI) -- Former first lady Barbara Bush was hospitalized in Houston on Saturday for non-emergency testing. ...HCCC lady lacrosse team wins
HERKIMER, March 28, 2010-- The Herkimer County Community College women's lacrosse team overpowered Niagara Community College, a newcomer to the region, with a 17-2 win on Saturday. ...Utica woman arrested for DWI
WHITESTOWN, March 28, 2010-- Town of Whitestown Police arrested a Utica woman after she was stopped for driving 62 miles per hour in a 40 mph zone, police said....Utica Police Blotter for 3/27/2010
UTICA, Sunday, March 28, 2010-- Here's the daily dispatch log from Saturday, March 27th, as reported by the Utica Police Department....NHL Scoreboard
Sunday, March 28, 2010-- Here's the scoreboard from Saturday's games in the National Hockey League....NBA Scoreboard
Sunday, March 28, 2010-- Here's the scoreboard from Saturday games in the National Basketball Association....NCAA Hoops Scoreboard
Sunday, March 28, 2010-- Here's the scoreboard from NCAA men's basketball from Saturday....Your Daily Horoscope for Sunday, March 28, 2010
Today is Sunday, March 28, 2010. TODAY'S ASTROLOGICAL TIMETABLE By D.DONOVAN KINSOLVING ...
Sunday Editorial: Time for Paterson to resign
Daily Statement: For the good of New York, Governor David Paterson should step down. ...New Hartford Woman Facing DWI Charges After Crash
NEW HARTFORD, March 27, 2010-- A New Hartford woman was arrested and charged with Driving While Intoxicated following a one-car motor-vehicle accident early Saturday morning, according to police. ...Traffic stop leads to impersonation arrest
NEW HARTFORD, March 27, 2010-- Police in New Hartford arrested a Clark Mills man after they say he used his brother's identity to avoid traffic tickets and a bench warrant....NHL Scoreboard
Saturday, March 27, 2010-- Here's the Friday night scoreboard from the National Hockey League....NBA Scoreboard
Saturday, March 27, 2010-- Here's Friday night's scoreboard from the NBA....Col BB Scoreboard, Fri night
March 27, 2010-- Here are the final games in NCAA basketball leading to the Elite Eight....The almanac for Saturday, 3/27
By UNITED PRESS INTERNATIONAL Today is Saturday, March 27, the 86th day of 2010 with 279 to follow. The moon is waxing. The morning stars are Jupiter, Saturn, Neptune and Uranus and the evening stars are Mercury, Venus and Mars. ...Your Daily Horoscope for Saturday, 3/27
By D.DONOVAN KINSOLVING Today is Saturday, March 27, 2010 ...
UPD busts seven in prostitution sting
UTICA, March 26, 2010 -- Over the past month the Utica Police Department’s Special Operations Unit conducted undercover prostitution operations targeting persons engaging in prostitution....Jordin Sparks coming to Turning Stone
VERONA, March 26, 2010 -- She has toured with Alicia Keys and Jesse McCartney, and opened for the Jonas Brothers, and Britney Spears. Now, she’s has the Showroom at Turning Stone all to herself on May 5 at 8 p.m. ...
Casale promoted to Chief Financial Officer at Utica National
UTICA, March 26, 2010 -- Cynthia L. Casale has been promoted to Chief Financial Officer at the Utica National Insurance Group in New Hartford....HCCC to Hold Used Book Sale
HERKIMER, March 26, 2010 -- Herkimer County Community College’s Library is holding a Used Book Sale Sunday, April 11 through Friday, April 16 to celebrate National Library Week. Used books will be available for 25 cents each or five books for $1....St. E's foundation offers an afternoon with Yankee legend
UTICA, March 26, 2010 -- St. Elizabeth Medical Center Foundation will hold “An Afternoon with Yankee legend, Bucky Dent” on Sunday July 11, 2010 from 1 to 3:30 p.m. at the Yahnundasis Golf Club. ...Christ Church sponsors prayer vigil
SHERILL, March 26, 2010 - Christ Church United Methodist of Sherrill announced today that it will be opening the church for an interactive prayer vigil featuring six prayer stations focused on the suffering of Jesus during his final days. ...Statement from Paterson regarding health care
ALBANY, March 26, 2010 -- A statement from Gov. David A. Paterson regarding the passage of health care....Statement from Paterson on WTC progress
ALBANY, March 26, 2010 -- Gov. David A. Paterson released the following statement regarding the progress of the World Trade Center site....MVCC to welcome first class of Oneida County FireHawks
UTICA, March 26, 2010 -- Mohawk Valley Community College is preparing to welcome the inaugural cohort of FireHawks, up to 10 Oneida County volunteer firefighters who will be eligible for tuition support from the program that is a joint effort including; MVCC, Oneida County, and the Oneida County Volunteer Firemen’s Advisory Board. ...
Faxton St. Luke’s Healthcare Staff Announcement
UTICA, March 26, 2010 -- Carrie A. Pulaski, MBA, RN, NEA-BC, has joined Faxton St. Luke’s Healthcare as administrator of The Regional Cancer Center. ...Arcuri votes to put Upstate New Yorkers back to work
WASHINGTON, DC, March 26, 2010 – Yesterday, U.S. Rep. Michael Arcuri (NY-24) voted to create local jobs by investing in small businesses and rebuilding our crumbling infrastructure. ...Rescue Mission to Share Easter Dinner with Poor, Homeless
UTICA, March 26, 2010 – The Rescue Mission of Utica is planning an Easter cantata and Easter dinner for the homeless, for struggling families and for anyone who would like to share the joy of celebrating the risen Christ, announced the Rev. Bill Dodge, executive director....Stolen credit cards numbers and mystery packages lead to local arrest
UTICA, March 26, 2010 -- A ten-month investigation came to a head for Utica Police when they arrested a local man for identity theft and possession of stolen property this week....
UPD: Local sex offender registered at a fake address
UTICA, March 26, 2010 -- A level 1 sex offender was found to have changed his address to a fake one after an investigation by Utica Police....
Waterville Resident Meghan Kelly Named to Dean's List at the University of New Haven
WEST HAVEN, CT, March 25, 2010 -- Meghan Kelly of Waterville (13480) was named to the Dean's List at the University of New Haven for the fall 2009 semester....Utica Comptroller confirms Fitch ratings 'bode well'
UTICA, March 25, 2010 -- Utica City Comptroller Michael T. Cerminaro confirmed that Fitch Ratings services in New York maintains and affirms Utica, NY GOs (General Obligation Bonds) at ‘BBB’ rating; OUTLOOK STABLE ....Arcuri calls on Ag Secretary Vilsack to Take Immediate Action to Stabilize Milk Prices
WASHINGTON, DC, March 25, 2010 -– Wednesday, U.S. Rep. Michael A. Arcuri (NY-24) joined several colleagues in calling on U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) Secretary Thomas Vilsack to come to the aid of dairy farmers as prices for cheese and non-fat dried milk fall and threaten the industry once again. ...Anthony Desimone Named to Men's Lacrosse Team at SUNY Delhi
DELHI, March 25, 2010 -- Anthony Desimone of Whitesboro, NY is a participating member of the SUNY Delhi Men's Lacrosse Team. Desimone is pursuing an associate degree in Business Administration at Delhi....Spousal Loss Grief Group
HERKIMER, March 25, 2010 -- Herkimer County Community College is sponsoring a Spousal Loss Grief Group led by trained Hospice & Palliative Care Inc. volunteers....St. Luke’s Home executive earns top healthcare management credential
UTICA, March 25, 2010 -- Wendy Goetz, FACHE, executive director of St. Luke’s Home in Utica, New York recently became a Fellow of the American College of Healthcare Executives, the nation’s leading professional society for healthcare leaders. ...Harvard University Professor to Speak at Hamilton College
CLINTON, March 25, 2010 -- John Stauffer, author and professor of English and American literature and language at Harvard University, will present a lecture titled “Abraham Lincoln, Frederick Douglass, and the Great Books” at Hamilton College on Tuesday, March 30, at 4:15 p.m. in the Science Center’s Kennedy Auditorium. The event is free and open to the public....New York State Division of Veterans' Affairs Releases 2009 Annual Report
ALBANY, March 25, 2010 -- James D. McDonough, Jr., Director of the New York State Division of Veterans' Affairs today released the Division's 2009 Annual Report....Fritz's Polka Band has three upcoming performance
March 25, 2010 -- Jagermeister-sponsored, Fritz's Polka Band (FPB) from Verona, NY will perform a triple gig on Monday, April 5, 2010 to celebrate Dyngus Day....Projects Across Upstate New York will Reduce Energy Costs and Save Local Taxpayers Money
WASHINGTON, DC, March 25, 2010 – U.S. Rep. Michael A. Arcuri (NY-24) announced $5,052,068 in American Recovery and Reinvestment Act (Recovery Bill) funding for energy conservation projects in 14 Upstate New York communities....Picente to Convene 2nd Health Summit
March 25, 2010 -- Oneida County Executive Anthony J. Picente, Jr. and Herkimer County Administrator James Wallace will convene the second annual Health Summit Friday, March 26th from 9:00 am to 12:00 noon at Harts Hill Inn in Whitesboro. ...Drivers injured in Turning Stone Valet parking lot
VERONA, March 25, 2010 -- Two casino employees were injured in a valet parking lot Tuesday....MVCC Golf Lessons Help Get Into the Swing of Summer
March 25, 2010 -- Get into the swing of summer by taking golf lessons through Mohawk Valley Community College’s Center for Corporate and Community Education. ...MVCC offers boating safety courses
March 25, 2010 -- The New York State Department of Environmental Conservation and Mohawk Valley Community College have once again partnered to extend safe boating awareness and education through an eight-hour course offered through the Center for Corporate and Community Education....Joseph Announces Candidacy for Assembly
WESTMORELAND, March 25, 2010 -- Local businessman and community leader George Joseph announced his candidacy for New York State Assembly in the 115th District. ...Easter Egg Hunt
MORRISVILLE, March 25, 2010 —- The Easter Bunny will hop into town on April 3 for the annual Easter egg hunt at the Edward R. Andrews Elementary School on Eaton Street....Paterson Announces $24 Million in Stimulus Funding for Clean Energy Projects in Small Municipalities
ALBANY, March 25, 2010 -- Governor David A. Paterson announced that $24 million in American Recovery and Reinvestment Act (ARRA) funding has been awarded to 206 energy conservation projects. ...Whitesboro Woman Injured Following Crash
NEW HARTFPRD, March 25, 2010 -- On March 23 aorund 130 p.m. the New Hartford Police Department responded to Campion Road in front of the New Hartford Shopping Center for a one-car motor vehicle crash. ...Celebrate College Basketball Day March 26 at Baseball Hall of Fame
COOPERSTOWN, March 25, 2010 -- With college basketball tournaments filling the minds of sports fans in Central New York this weekend, the National Baseball Hall of Fame and Museum is providing fans a chance to combine their passion for baseball and basketball with several programs on Friday, March 26, celebrating the relationship between the two sports. ...Artistic Discovery Winners Announced
HERKIMER, March 25, 2010 -- Herkimer County Community College has announced the winners of the Artistic Discovery Congressional Art Show sponsored by Congressman Michael A. Arcuri (NY-24), which is on exhibit in HCCC’s Cogar Gallery through Monday, March 29....Volunteers wanted for Kemble Playground Cleanup
UTICA, March 25, 2010 -- Volunteers are wanted for the Kemble Playground Cleanup on Saturday, March 27, from 9 a.m. - 11 a.m....Gillibrand: Safe Food for Schools Act included in new child nutrition overhaul
Washington, DC, March 25, 2010 -– Protecting 31 million schoolchildren enrolled in the National School Lunch program, U.S. Senator Kirsten Gillibrand today announced that the Safe Food for Schools Act will be included in the Healthy, Hunger-Free Kids Act – the reauthorization of the Child Nutrition Act. ...Energy Conservation in Courses at Morrisville's Renewable Energy Training Center
MORRISVILLE, March 25, 2010 -- Morrisville State College’s Renewable Energy Training Center (RETC) is hosting two basic energy sessions. ...PEF President warns of safety issues related to DOCS cuts
ALBANY, March 25, 2010 -- The President of the New York State Public Employees Federation (PEF) testified before the Senate Task Force on Government Efficiency on spending at the Department of Correctional Services (DOCS)....Turkey Hunting Class
HERKIMER, March 25, 2010 — Herkimer County Community College is offering a non-credit turkey hunting course....HCCC Local Conversation to Inform Community of SUNY Strategic Planning Efforts
HERKIMER, March 25, 2010 — Herkimer County Community College will host a local conversation regarding the State University of New York’s Strategic Planning Initiative on Monday, April 12 at 3:00 p.m. Open to the public, the program is intended to keep the larger HCCC community aware of and informed about SUNY’s strategic planning process. ...St. E's College of Nursing plans site reaccreditation visit from the Middle States Commission
UTICA, March 25, 2010 -- St. Elizabeth College of Nursing will host a site review for continuing accreditation of its Associate of Science Degree nursing program by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education....Come to the Table raises more than $19,000
March 25, 2010 -- The Peacemaker Program’s raised more than $19,000 from its sixth annual Come to the Table on Friday and Saturday, March 19 and 20 at Hart’s Hill Inn in Whitesboro....Seward welcomes kids to Albany
ALBANY, March 25, 2010 -- Senator James L. Seward (R/C/I-Oneonta) proudly welcomed students from the Cherry Valley-Springfield Central School District to Albany March 23....Caroga, Hinckley, amongst campgrounds that will not open in 2010
ALBANY, March 25, 2010 -- The New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) today announced that seven campgrounds and two day-use areas in the Adirondack and Catskill Parks will not open in 2010. ...Landscape Problems Webinar: “What to be on the Lookout For”
March 25, 2010 -- Landscape problems Webinar "What to be on the lookout for" is scheduled for March 31 and costs $10....Agriculture Districts Information Meeting
March 25, 2010 -- The Oneida County Farmland Protection Board and Cornell Cooperative Extension of Oneida County will be offering an Informational Learning Session on Agriculture Districts on Tuesday April 13th at 7:00p.m. at the Western Town Hall: 9219 Main Street, Westernville. ...UPD: Woman lied about computer theft for insurance money
UTICA, March 24, 2010 -- A Utica woman faces misdemeanor charges after lying to police about a computer theft....April Red Cross Blood Drives
March 24, 2010 -- The American Red Cross of the ohawk Valley announced April Blood Drives for Herkimer and Oneida Counties....Census Participators Rates: Mohawk Valley, North Country Counties Take Lead in NY
ALBANY, March 24, 2010 -- Secretary of State Lorraine Cortés-Vázquez announced today that the U.S. Census Bureau has begun to report questionnaire mail-back rates for communities across New York. ...RiggieFest home cooking competitors offered chance to vie for top honors
UTICA, March 24, 2010 – Ask anyone in the Mohawk Valley for their thoughts on chicken riggies and inevitably you’ll hear about someone’s knock-your-socks-off recipe for the locally-derived dish. Riggie chefs abound in this region and virtually everyone claims to make the best. ...Riggiefest 2010 Home Cooking Competitors Announced
March 24, 2010 -- The following Staffworks Presents RiggieFest 2010 Home Cooking Competition names were selected today at a random drawing during the Staffworks Presents RiggieFest Kick-off Press Conference....Easter Eggstravaganza
UTICA, March 24, 2010 -- On Saturday, April 3 from 11 a.m.-3 p.m., the Utica Zoo will host its annual Easter Eggstravaganza....Consolidated Empire Zone Holds First Meeting
ROME, March 24, 2010 -- The organizational meeting of the Oneida County / Rome Empire Zone Administrative Board was held at 9 AM on Tuesday, March 23, in the conference room of Mohawk Valley EDGE, 153 Brooks Road....
Troopers ID body found near Onondaga Lake as missing elderly man
GEDDES, March 24, 2010 -- State Police confirmed the body found on March 23 along the shoreline of Onondaga Lake as 74 year-old, Frank S. Wlosinski....Boater safety course
March 24, 2010 -- Sheriff Daniel G. Middaugh announced today that the Sheriff’s Marine Patrol will offer the “New York State Boater Safety Course.”...Syracuse troopers investigate Tractor Trailer Rollover
SULLIVAN, March 24, 2010 -- The State Police on the New York State Thruway are investigating a tractor trailer rollover which occurred at approximately 6:20 a.m. Wednesday. ...Utica minor arrested for stealing from vehicle
UTICA, March 24, 2010 -- A 15-year-old juvenile was arrested in the twilight hours of Tuesday after Utica Police found he allegedly stole from someone's vehicle....K-9 cops: No drugs in Rome Schools
ROME, March 23, 2010 -- A police K-9 preventative sweep for narcotics and weapons was conducted Monday morning at Rome Free Academy with negative results....DeClutter Coach wants to organize for you
March 23, 2010 -- The DeClutter Coach, a new organizing consultancy, is open for business. ...Microenterprise Business Grant Program announced in Oneida County
March 23, 2010 -- Mohawk Valley EDGE will administer a new grant program to assist small existing companies or start-up companies to provide new job opportunities, keep existing jobs and ultimately broaden the tax base of Oneida County....Freshwater Fishing Season Kicks off with April 1 Trout And Salmon Opener
ALBANY, March 23, 2010 -- With the traditional kickoff to New York's annual freshwater fishing seasons fast approaching, the Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) has some tips and reminders for anglers in every region....Allen Proposes Medicaid Fix
HOLLAND PATENT, March 23, 2010 -- Assembly candidate and former Oneida County Clerk Richard Allen released a plan today to make sure that the Medicaid burden is fairly distributed statewide....Paterson Directs Flags to Be Flown at Half-Staff
ALBANY, March 23, 2010 -- Governor David A. Paterson has directed that flags on State government buildings be flown at half-staff on Wednesday, March 24, in honor of Army Specialist Robert Rieckhoff who was killed in Iraq on Thursday, March 18....National Leaders Address Issues of Government Transparency
ALBANY, March 23, 2010 -- The Office of the New York State Chief Information Officer/New York State Office for Technology (CIO/OFT) and the New York State Archives hosted the 2010 Open Government in the Digital Age Summit on Friday, March 19 in Albany....West Utica Concerned Citizens meeting
UTICA, March 23, 2010 -- The West Utica Concerned Citizens - Neighborhood Block Associations/ Watch Groups announce their next meeting scheduled for Wednesday, March 24, at 7 p.m. at the Holy Trinity Church School on Lincoln Avenue....Safety for Jobs: Get The Safety Trained Edge
March 23, 2010 -- With the nation's unemployment level at a near record high, job seekers who have an "extra edge" can stand out from the pack....Masucci on consolidation and shared services in Rome
ROME, March 23, 2010 -- Rome Public Safety Commissioner James Masucci, who plans to run for Oneida County Sheriff, sent the following release:...The 14th Annual Miracle Home Makeover Kicks Off to Benefit Children’s Miracle Network
March 23, 2010 -- On Friday, March 26, Faxton St. Luke’s Healthcare Foundation, in partnership with WKTV NewsChannel 2, Lite 98.7FM, Lewis Custom Homes and Home Builders and Remodelers Association of Mohawk Valley kicks off the 14th Annual $100,000 Miracle Home Makeover to benefit Children’s Miracle Network. ...Man loses consciousness, drives off road
MARCY, March 23, 2010 -- A Marcy man's medical issue appeared to have caused him to drive off the road Monday....Ilion Project to meet in April
ILION, March 23, 2010 -- The Ilion Project, which recently assembled a task force, will meet in April 5 at 6:30 p.m. at the Ilion Elks Club....HCCC career fair
HERKIMER, March 23, 2010 -- Herkimer County Community College is holding a Career Fair this Thursday, March 25 from 11:30 a.m. -1:30 p.m. in the McLaughlin College Center lobby....HCCC Alumni Hall of Honor Inductions
HERKIMER, March 23, 2010 -- The Herkimer County Community College Alumni Association will honor two alumni at the 2010 Alumni Hall of Honor Induction ceremony on Friday, April 9....Faxton St. Luke’s Healthcare Medical Staff Announcement
UTICA, March 23, 2010 -- Faxton St. Luke’s Healthcare welcomes Dr. Foxton and Dr. Johnston as obstetric anesthesiologists for The Birthplace....United Way of New York State Honoring Three at Albany Event
ALBANY, March 22, 2010 -- Two long-time human services advocates and a statewide elected official will be recognized by United Way of New York State on Monday evening, March 22 in the 2nd floor War Room of the State Capitol, from 6:00 p.m. - 7:30 p.m....Former NY Times Foreign Correspondent to Speak at Hamilton
CLINTON, March 22, 2010 – Chris Hedges, senior fellow at The Nation Institute and the Anschutz Distinguished Fellow at Princeton University, will lecture at Hamilton College on Monday, April 5, at 7:30 p.m. in the Fillius Events Barn. ...Roefaro announces a spring cleaning amnesty
UTICA, March 22, 2010 -- Utica Mayor David Roefaro announced monday a four-week grace period to set green waste material loose at the curb for collection but the City of Utica DPW....Cosmic Bingo Arrives at Turning Stone April 17
VERONA, March 22, 2010 -- Looking for a little excitement on Saturday night before you hit LAVA? Try Cosmic Bingo....Paterson letter to New Yorkers: Capping taxes and spending
ALBANY, March 22, 2010 -- Gov. David A. Paterson released this letter to his constituents regarding capping taxes and spending on Monday....Paterson on the House Passage of Health Care Reform Legislation
ALBANY, March 22, 2010 -- Statement from Governor David A. Paterson on the House Passage of Health Care Reform Legislation....“Hatred and Violence Perpetuated Against Women in the Name of Tradition” Presentation at HCCC
HERKIMER, March 22, 2010 -— Herkimer County Community College’s Diversity Committee announces a presentation, “Hatred and Violence Perpetuated Against Women in the Name of Tradition” by Lisa Elwood-Farber, Assistant Professor of English at HCCC. It will be held on Tuesday, March 30 at 10 a.m. in room 288 in the Robert McLaughlin College Center. ...Window Replacement Classes Precede New EPA Regulations
March 22, 2010 -- A public-private ‘green partnership’ between the county’s Lead Primary Prevention Pilot Program and Gro-West, Inc., will again be offering a series of instructional classes on window replacement prior to new Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) regulations mandating lead safe work practices which go into effect on April 22, 2010. ...Councilman creates scholarship for voluntary community service
VERONA, March 22, 2010 -- Fred “Fritz” Scherz, Jr., Councilman on the Verona Town Board in Verona, NY, has created the Fred Scherz Sr. Memorial Scholarship for Volunteer Community Service....
Delmonico’s 8th Anniversary Fundraiser Event
UTICA, March 22, 2010 -- Delmonico’s Italian Steakhouse, located at 147 North Genesee Street, will be holding its 8th Anniversary Fundraiser Event on Tuesday, March 30th with a portion of the proceeds benefiting the Friends of the Arc Foundation. ...Easter and Mother’s Day Brunches Planned
VERONA, March 22, 2010 – Two family events that have become traditional at Turning Stone Resort and Casino are back again for 2010. On Sundays April 4 and May 9 The Turning Stone Conference Center is turned into a lavish feast of foods to please the most discerning tastes for Easter Sunday and Mother’s Day. ...Mohawk Valley Council Receives Funds From Stewart’s Shops
March 2, 2010 --The Mohawk Valley Council on Alcoholism/Addictions would like to extend a special thank you to Stewart’s Shops in their awarding $500.00 from the Holiday Match Program....Arcuri votes NO on health care bill
WASHINGTON, DC, March 22, 2010 – U.S. Rep. Michael A. Arcuri (NY-24) issued the following statement Monday after voting against health care legislation considered by the House of Representatives....
Man arrested for selling hydros on the street
UTICA, March 22, 2010 -- A Holland Patent man faces several criminal charges after police say he was attempting to sell hydrocodone on the streets of Utica/....NYS Restaurant Association 2010 Elected Officers Reflects Diversity with a Vision for a Bright Future
ALBANY, March 22, 2010 -- Four exciting young New York restaurateurs were selected to lead the New York State Restaurant Association (NYSRA) Board of Directors as the 75-year-old "voice of New York's hospitality industry" continues to evolve to best serve its members and all who eat in New York's legendary restaurants....Data-Driven Initiative Announced in Governor’s 2010 State of the State Address
ALBANY, March 22, 2010 -- Commissioner David J. Swarts of the Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) and Chair of the Governor’s Traffic Safety Committee (GTSC) today announced that the agency is part of Governor David A. Paterson’s new EmpireStat: Running State Government by the Numbers program. ...24-percent Jump In Convictions As Insurance Fraud Trends Upward
NEW YORK, NY, March 22, 2010 -- The owner of a Westchester County pizzeria, a Monticello insurance underwriter, a Monroe County podiatrist and an Erie County woman who bought insurance to fix a car that had already been wrecked all shared a common predicament in 2009 – they were convicted of insurance fraud....Historic Tugboat to Travel Canal System to Promote History of New York's Canals
ALBANY, March 22, 2010 -- The New York State Canal Corporation is pleased to announce the Tug Urger Educational Program schedule is now available for the 2010 school year. ...New York Army National Guard Promotions: Soldiers receive new rank, new responsibilities
LATHAM, March 22, 2010 -- Brigadier General Patrick A. Murphy, The Adjutant General for the State of New York, announces the promotion of members of the New York Army National Guard in recognition of their capabilities for additional responsibility and leadership....2010 Can-AM Proudly Presents The Big East Camping & Outdoor Sports SHOW
VERONA, March 22, 2010 -- Can-Am; Summit Automotive Group and Price Chopper present “The Big East Camping & Outdoor Sports Show slated for March 26-28; Friday 12-8 p.m.; Saturday 10-7 p.m..; Sunday 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. ...Utica Man found with Drugs Following Traffic Stop
NEW HARTFORD, March 22, 2010 -- A 49-yea-old Utica man was found to be in possession of drugs following a traffic stop in the Town of New Hartford. ...Paterson Urges Legislative Leaders to Reform Power for Jobs Program
ALBANY, March 22, 2010 -- Governor David A. Paterson today urged for meaningful reform of the Power for Jobs program to protect existing jobs and create more opportunities for work in New York State. ...Seat belt violation leads to DWI arrest on the Thruway
SYRACUSE, March 22, 2010 -- Sunday, Christopher L. Mateo, 25, of 855 Bleecker Street, Utica, was arrested by the New York State Police for Driving While Intoxicated after being stopped for a seat belt violation on the Thruway....Veteran Stars, New Faces to Play in June 20 Hall of Fame Classic in Cooperstown
COOPERSTOWN, March 22, 2010 – Their major league playing days may be over, but the legends of the game are already lining up to play in the second-annual Baseball Hall of Fame Classic on Father’s Day in Cooperstown....Rome man arrested for larceny
NEW HARTFORD, March 22, 2010 -- On February 11, the New Hartford Police Department responded to Gander Mountain for a larceny that had just occurred. ...Griffo Seeks Re-Election to Continue Reform, Relief Efforts
March 22, 2010 -- Senator Joseph A. Griffo (R-IP-C, Rome) today said he is seeking a third term to represent New York’s 47th District, covering parts of Central and Northern New York....'Baseball Brackets’ Rolls into Round Two at Hall of Fame’s Facebook Page
COOPERSTOWN, March 22, 2010 – While Spring Training has returned baseball to the national landscape, college basketball has hit the home stretch, giving sports fans a month like none other....Shape up this Spring
UTICA, March 22, 2010 -- Parkway Senior Center presents Cardio-Kick-Body Sculpting Program Wednesday Evenings at 7:00 pm starting April 7th – May 19 at the Parkway Recreation Center....HCCC Career Fair
HERKIMER, March 22, 2010 -- Herkimer County Community College will hold a Career Fair on Thursday, March 25 from 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. in the Robert McLaughlin College Center lobby. Representatives from more than 60 companies will be present to discuss opportunities with potential applicants. ...HCCC’s Debra Sutliff Honored by On Point
HERKIMER, March 22, 2010 -- Debra Sutliff of Herkimer has been named a “Campus Angel” by On Point for College. Sutliff has served as the Bursar at Herkimer County Community College since 1988. ...Trio Arrested for Drugs in Westmoreland
WESTMORELAND, March 22,2010 -- Police responding to a call for an unconscious man found drug paraphernalia that lead to the arreste of three local men. ...College kids arrested for smoking all the way back to school
WATERVILLE, March 22, 2010 -- Oneida County Sheriff's Deputies in Waterville arrested three Colgate University Students on Sunday evening while they were conducting a road check on Route 12B in the Town of Marshall....3 Colgate students arrested on pot charges after Spring Break
MARSHALL, March 21, 2010-- Oneida County Sheriff's Deputies arrested three Colgate University students on Sunday evening during a routine traffic check on Route 12 B in the Town of Marshall. ...
Health care reform has passed the House
WASHINGTON, March 21 (UPI) -- The U.S. House Sunday voted 219-212 to adopt the Senate healthcare reform bill and send it to President Barack Obama for signature....Healthcare bill advances in House
WASHINGTON, March 21 (UPI) -- The House Sunday approved a procedural measure to be followed in voting on U.S. healthcare reform by a majority that analysts said suggests the bill will pass....
Rep. Bart Stupak speaks on health care in Washington
WASHINGTON, D.C., March 21, 2010-- Rep. Bart Stupak (D-MI) holds up a copy of an executive order that prohibits government funding for abortions during a press conference on Capitol Hill in Washington on March 21, 2010. Stupak said with this agreement the House now has enough votes to pass the heath care reform bill. Stupak was joined by Rep. Kathy Dahlkemper (D-PA).GOP leader: Act 'like grown-ups'
WASHINGTON, March 21 (UPI) -- House Minority Leader John Boehner, R-Ohio, urged House Republicans not to taunt Democrats after the House votes Sunday on healthcare reform, lawmakers said....Abortion rights groups criticize Obama
WASHINGTON, March 21 (UPI) -- U.S. abortion rights groups Sunday criticized President Barack Obama's decision to sign an executive order reaffirming a ban on federal abortion funding....Obama issues executive order on abortion
WASHINGTON, March 21 (UPI) -- U.S. President Barack Obama said Sunday he will sign an executive order confirming healthcare legislation will comport with a ban on federal abortion funding....Dems exult, GOP denounces healthcare bill
WASHINGTON, March 21 (UPI) -- Democrats exulted even before passage of healthcare reform appeared assured Sunday, while Republicans said Americans overwhelmingly oppose the measure....Police: Utica Man found with Drugs Following Traffic Stop
NEW HARTFORD, March 21, 2010-- A Utica man was arrested following a traffic stop in the Town of New Hartford after he was found to be in possession of drugs, according to New Hartford Police....2 die when snow slides off cabin's roof
CREEDE, Colo., March 21 (UPI) -- Two Colorado men died when snow slid off the roof of a mountain cabin and buried them, officials said. ...COL BKB: Syracuse 87, Gonzaga 65
BUFFALO, N.Y., March 21 (UPI) -- Wes Johnson pumped in 31 points Sunday to power No. 1 seed Syracuse to an easy 87-65 win over Gonzaga in a second-round NCAA Tournament West Region game. ...Protesters call for U.S. troop withdrawal
WASHINGTON, March 21 (UPI) -- On the seventh anniversary of the U.S.-led invasion of Iraq, thousands of protesters in Washington demanded the withdrawal of troops from Iraq and Afghanistan....
Protesters said to use slurs, spit on Rep.
WASHINGTON, March 21 (UPI) -- Two black U.S. congressmen say Capitol Hill protesters fighting healthcare reform hurled racial slurs and another lawmaker said somebody spit on him....Spring cleaning amnesty announced in Utica
UTICA, March 21, 2010-- Utica Mayor David Roefaro has announced a four-week spring cleaning amnesty program that will allow city residents to place green waste at the curb for pickup by the Department of Public Works....Plattsburgh beat UC in Lacrosse
UTICA, March 20, 2010 -- The Utica College men’s lacrosse team led by three goals in the opening minutes of the second half but Plattsburgh State outscored the Pioneers 9-3 in the final 26:24 of the contest to earn a 15-12 victory in non conference play Saturday. Senior goalie Travis Wright stopped 24 shots -- just one save shy of his own school record -- in net for Utica, while Michael Bulger added a game-high four goals and one assist. ...Cyrus ready to move past 'Hannah'
LOS ANGELES, March 20 (UPI) -- Actress-singer Miley Cyrus says she will be happy when her U.S. TV series "Hannah Montana" finally concludes its final season. ...Report: O'Donnell eyeing new talk show
LOS ANGELES, March 20 (UPI) -- Actress Rosie O'Donnell is working on a new syndicated TV talk show to follow her work on U.S. series like "The View," Showbiz411.com reports....Star Jones recovering from surgery
NEW YORK, March 21 (UPI) -- U.S. TV personality Star Jones, a former co-host of ABC's "The View," is recovering from cardiac surgery, her representative says. ...It's a new LA city landmark, man
LOS ANGELES, March 20 (UPI) -- The Los Angeles City Council has named a Venice hangout for the Beat Generation as a new city landmark, officials say....Man uses sex change to avoid mounting debt
WOLVERHAMPTON, England, March 20 (UPI) -- Actress Sarah Thom said she learned of a man in the West Midlands, England, who underwent a sex change in order to hide from debt collectors....Whale served at sushi restaurant
SANTA MONICA, Calif., March 20 (UPI) -- A Santa Monica, Calif., sushi restaurant says it is closing its doors voluntarily after serving endangered whale meat. ...Author info
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