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Ilion fire the result of suicide
ILION, February 26, 2010 -- A man found dead in the upstairs bedroom of a burning house Friday morning intentionally set the fire and killed himself, police said.
Parents of gay student: Imagine it was your kid going through this
February 26, 2010 -- The parents of a gay teenager said that a federal lawsuit filed against Mohawk Central School District is about their son and how he was treated, not money....
Are public safety officials worried about the budget?
UTICA, February 25, 2010 -- Mayor David Roefaro plans to unveil the city's budget for 2010-2011 Friday and public safety officials said they may have to make due with less....
Neighbor breaks up alleged sexual assault with a punch
DOLGEVILLE, February 24, 2010 -- Dolgeville Police say a neighbor who heard a disturbance called 911 and then vigilantly intervened in what turned out to be an attempted sexual assault on an elderly woman....
Police give details in robbery
UTICA, February 24, 2010 -- Utica Police need people to come forward with any information they have regarding three masked armed robbers who invaded a 501 Court Street convenience store and took off Monday morning....
Become a fan of Rome PD on Facebook
ROME, February 23, 2010 -- In a virtual world, Rome Police Department decided Facebook might be a new approach to community policing efforts....
Where to shop for the man in your life
February 23, 2010 -- When it comes to men and clothes, they're not the best customer in the mall. As a matter of fact, making a genmeral statement, they tend to spend as little time shopping as they can....
UPD's candidates for deputy chief
UTICA, February 22, 2010 -- With the Utica Common Council granting the police department second deputy chief position, the department has three experienced candidates to choose from. ...
New Hartford native discusses UB scare
BUFFALO, February 18, 2010 --New HArtford's Dominique Carcone, 20, was a little frightened when she heard that a gunman was spotted on her college campus....
Counting cars: Will UPD get 10 new patrol cars this year?
UTICA, February 17, 2010 -- Utica Police say they could use a few new vehicles on their patrol fleet....Woman backs into Dollar General
NEW HARTFORD, February 17, 2010 -- New Hartford Police say a woman accidentally backed into the store front of Dollar General in the New Hartford Shopping Center Tuesday....
Oneida County needs everyone's help to be healthier
ONEIDA COUNTY, February 17, 2010 -- In two recent studies, Oneida County ranked among the worst in health-related issues; and agencies have teamed up to ensure that changes....
Rome native talks about his experience on American Idol
UTICA, February 16, 2010 -- Benjamin Bright doesn't have a traumatic story -- he has a talent and a passion for music....Shop for a cause: Haiti needs your help, and you need these items
February 16, 2010 -- I've got to hand it to fashion designers nation-wide: Thank you for making donating fun in the wake of sadness....
And the new sheriff candidates are ...
ONEIDA COUNTY, February 15, 2010 -- Several people have stepped in the spotlight since Oneida County Sheriff Daniel Middaugh announced his retirement last week....
Watson-Williams receives third national honor
UTICA, February , 2010 -- One of Utica's elementary schools received its third national honors in four years....
Cornhill to cop: UPD Chief Mark Williams on his childhood, hometown and career
UTICA, February 12, 2010 -- When Mark Williams found out he'd achieved the honor of becoming Utica's newest chief of police, he decided to keep his old office -- the one he's been using as deputy police chief for the past year and a half....
Enea discusses his role in Haiti recovery efforts
LITTLE FALLS, February 11, 2010 -- Herkimer County Coroner Daniel Enea said despite the tragedy and destruction all around him, it was rewarding to be a part of the cleanup and recovery in Haiti....
Middaugh: "I feel 40 years is a good, long career."
ORISKANY, February 10, 2010 -- In his 40-year career, Daniel Middaugh has met most of the goals he set for himself; and because of that he has decided not to seek another term as sheriff....
Man unaware his lost marker caused commotion when perceived as fake bomb
UTICA, February 8, 2010 -- Last month police thought an item found by a Utica police officer's car was intended to be perceived as a bomb....
Police say for three homicide cases, closure could be near
UTICA, February 8, 2010 -- Utica Police Chief Mark Williams said Monday that three of the city's latest homicide cases may be closed in the near future....The body experiment: If you're gonna pierce it, do it right
UTICA, February 9, 2010 -- Body piercing is an age-old trend facing a still fairly-new crowd of thrill and attention seekers. It is an art and a form of expression....
Who's got the best marriage proposal?
UTICA, February 6, 2010 -- Radio station 92.7 The Drive and Keeler in the Morning are launching a romantic and unique contest for Central New Yorkers -- Central New York's Best Marriage Proposal....
Public safety: Moving forward
UTICA, February 5, 2010 -- In a whirlwind of change, Utica Police Department has some new questions moving forward: ...
Rome PD busts woman for heroin
ROME, February 4, 2010 -- Rome Police arrested a city resident Thursday after a no-knock search warrant yielded the discovery of heroin, marijuana and drug paraphernalia....DEC working with city to clean up Matt Petroleum site
UTICA, February 5, 2010 -- The New York State Deparment of Enviornmental Conservation announced Thursday it will clean up the Leland Drive site of Matt Petroleum, a third brownfield project cleanup for this administration....
Area law enforcement agencies utilizing state grant money
MOHAWK VALLEY, February 4, 2010 -- Local law enforcement agencies are utilizing money from the Governor's Traffic Safety Comittee to implement programs that stop careless and reckless driving....
Williams is the new police chief; LaBella will not pursue appeal
UTICA, February 2, 2010 -- Mayor David Roefaro named Mark Williams Police Chief Tuesday, and the appointment will be permanent. ...
New York Mills man arrested after allegedly killing girlfriend's family cat
UTICA, February 2, 2010 -- A man accused of shooting his girlfriend's family cat with a BB gun was arrested for felony animal cruelty charges Tuesday, police said....
UPDATE: Man accused of abusing puppy surrenders it
LITTLE FALLS, February 2, 2010 -- The Little Falls man accused of abusing an eight-week-old New Foundland pup surrendered ownership of the dog in court Tuesday....
Rome police need your help identifying this man
ROME, February 2, 2010 -- The Rome Police Department is asking for the public's assistance in identifying the unknown male shown in the photo to the right....
Local actor to appear on NBC's 30 Rock this month
February 2, 2010 -- New Hartford resident Michael Philip will appear on NBC comedy 30 Rock in February....
UPD releases still shots from bank robbery surveillance
UTICA, February 1, 2010 -- Utica Police Department released still photos from the surveillance tape of a bank robbery Monday in hopes the shots will help identify the suspect....LF teen arrested for sexual abuse
LITTLE FALLS, February 1, 2010 -- A Little Falls teen was arrested on January 28 at 3:52 p.m. on misdemeanor charges of second-degree sexual abuse....My funny Valentine
February 2, 2010 -- Possibly the most dreaded holiday is approaching. That greeting-card-industry-glorified February 14th day of the year... Valentine's Day....Author info
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