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Blood needed

WHEN: 8:30 a.m. ­ 1:30 p.m. Saturday. WHERE: Westmoreland Town Hall, 100 Station Road. [more...]

Published: 5/1/2009

Barneveld student plans trees

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RECYCLABLE ?

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Bonsai Show this weekend

LITLE FALLS — The Mohawk Valley Bonsai Club will present a bonsai show at the Mohawk Valley Center for the Arts, 403 S. Ann St. Saturday from 11 a.m.-2 p.m. and Sunday from noon-2 p.m. Ad... [more...]

Published: 5/1/2009

State web site offers green cleaning info

The New York State Green Cleaning Program website has been launched at: https://GreenCleaning.NY.gov, according to state Office of General Services Commissioner John C. Egan. This new website p... [more...]

Published: 5/1/2009

Cooking classes offered at MVCC

Rome 1101 Floyd Ave. Mohawk Valley Community Collee campus Hospitality Programs kitchen and baking lab will be the site of two new non-credit cooking classes this month. Vegetarian Cooking will... [more...]

Published: 5/1/2009

Design session aids Habitat

LITTLE FALLS — A short design session will help raise funds for Habitat for Humanity Benefit in Herkimer County between 9 a.m. and 3 p.m. Saturday. Uniquely Yours Interior Design & Pohlig... [more...]

Published: 5/1/2009

Bottle show Sunday

WHITESBORO — The 15th annual "Bottles Along the Mohawk," will be held from 9 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. Sunday by the Mohawk Valley Antique Bottle Club, at the Utica Curling Club, 8300 Clark... [more...]

Published: 5/1/2009

Grape vine pruning lesson Tuesday

WHITESTOWN — Cornell Cooperative Extension of Oneida County Master Gardeners offer a free, public session on Pruning Grape Vine on Tuesday at 5 p.m. at the Extension Parker Scripture Botanica... [more...]

Published: 5/1/2009

Holy Cross plant sale at Sangertown

NEW HARTFORD — Holy Cross Academy of Oneida Castle presents its 12th annual Mother’s Day Plant Sale May 7-10 IN the Macy’s parking lot at Sangertown Mall. Hours Thursday throu... [more...]

Published: 5/1/2009

Sports Calendar

Tonight’s Schedule... Professional Baseball — Syracuse at Charlotte, 7:15. Harness racing — Vernon Downs, first post 6:55. Scholastic boys Baseball — Bal... [more...]

Published: 5/1/2009

2 tests for flu negative

Two samples from suspected swine flu cases in the county sent to the state for testing were negative for the potentially deadly virus. The county was notified this morning from that the nasal s... [more...]

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Festering issue of Indian sales tax collections aired again at county level

A group of western Oneida County residents spoke about their concerns with the Oneida Indian Nation’s tax-free status and other issues involving the tribe during and after the Board of Legisl... [more...]

Published: 5/1/2009

Prison death case will go to grand jury

The case of a New York City man accused of killing a fellow inmate at Oneida Correctional Facility Friday night, will go directly to a county grand jury. County District Attorney Scott D. McNam... [more...]

Published: 5/1/2009

Memorial activities set
for Marine killed in Iraq

CAMDEN — Youths will learn about sacrifice during a presentation Friday to mark the third anniversary of Marine Corps Sgt. Elisha R. Parker’s death. The presentation will be hosted ... [more...]

Published: 5/1/2009

Two injured in crash in front of school

SAUQUOIT — Two people were transported to the hospital following a crash on Sulphur Springs Road Thursday morning. Stephen Bartlett, of Sauquoit, was eastbound in his 2003 Buick LeSabre w... [more...]

Published: 5/1/2009

Night biker hit by car on Route 365

TOWN OF FLOYD — A 15-year-old was sent to the hospital after he was struck by a truck while riding his bicycle against traffic after dark along Route 365 Thursday night. Poor visibility d... [more...]

Published: 5/1/2009

Assault charged after man stabbed at party

TOWN OF MARSHALL — A 20-year-old was taken into custody Thursday for assaulting another man with a knife during an incident on April 25. Michael V. Giacona, of McAdam Street, Oriskany Fal... [more...]

Published: 5/1/2009

Redcoats coming to Fort Stanwix

The British are coming! Fort Stanwix National Monument will be buzzing with activity again this weekend, when the British 24th Regiment of Foot re-enactment unit visits Saturday and Sunday. ... [more...]

Published: 5/1/2009

1.BASEBALL RND

The Holland Patent baseball team’s strong season continued on Thursday as the Golden Knights picked up a 10-5 win over host Clinton in a Tri-Valley League contest for their 11th victory of th... [more...]

Published: 5/1/2009

Black Knights crush Auburn for third baseball victory of the season

The Rome Free Academy junior varsity baseball team crushed host Auburn, 23-3, for its third win of the season on Thursday. RFA pounded out 23 hits in the game with an offense that was led by St... [more...]

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Wildcat sets school record during four-win meet

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Canal hopes to unlock more commerce and public amenities

The New York State Canal System opened for its 184th consecutive season today, and officials expect the increase in commercial shipping to continue. There are some new features and enhancements... [more...]

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More than $1M project planned at prison

The state is seeking bidders for a two-part construction project at the state’s Mohawk Correctional Facility in south Rome. The project is to provide above ground hot water piping in two ... [more...]

Published: 5/1/2009

Building permit

Damico & NSI Alpha, 8234-36 Turin Road, $15,000, renovate interior of existing Dollar General. [more...]

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James (Vincenzo) J. Mannino

James (Vincenzo) J. Mannino, 88, of Rome, passed away peacefully on Thursday, April 30, 2009 at the Siegenthaler Center, New Hartford, NY. He was born in San Giuseppe Jato, Sicily on February 2, 19... [more...]

Published: 5/1/2009

Fire log

To report an emergency: 911 Thursday 10:51 a.m. 210 S. Doxtator St., medical. 3:34 p.m. 121 N. Madison St., medical. 5:35 p.m. 6677 Gulf Course Road, medical. 6:21 p.m. 431 Turi... [more...]

Published: 5/1/2009

Plants aid Notre Dame

The 10th annual plant sale, to benefit Notre Dame school, will be held from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., Saturday, May 9, in the school gymnasium, Burrstone Road, Utica. Plants available will include: ger... [more...]

Published: 5/1/2009

County Airport weather report for Thursday

Temperatures: 39 to 62 Normal Range: 35 to 56 Records: 27(1978), 83(1970) Rainfall: 0.40" Monthly rainfall: 3.8" Rainfall for year: 10" Unofficial snowfall: 0... [more...]

Published: 5/1/2009

Barbara A. Derenda

Barbara A. Derenda, 74, of Blossvale, passed away on April 29, 2009, in Rome Memorial Hospital after a long illness. She was born April 1, 1935, in Newark, NY, the daughter of Frank and Rose Talomi... [more...]

Published: 5/1/2009

Volunteers will renovate disabled Army vet’s home

Home improvements are not an easy task for Robert Ross, 205 Expense St., a disabled Army veteran. But thanks to the Rebuilding Together Mohawk Valley program, 50 or more volunteers will be at h... [more...]

Published: 5/1/2009

Alice G. McBride

WHITESBORO/ROME — Alice G. McBride, 86, formerly of Whitesboro and Rome, NY, died peacefully with her family at her bedside, at the Katherine Luther Home, Clinton, NY, on April 29, 2009. ... [more...]

Published: 5/1/2009

Funeral notices

BENNETT — Leah Etu Bennett, of Rome, on April 30, 2009. Services 9:15 Monday at Nunn and Harper Funeral Home, 418 N. George St., and 10 a.m. at St. Peter’s Church. Burial St. Paul&r... [more...]

Published: 5/1/2009

Police log

To report an emergency: 911 Thursday 12:11 a.m. Floyd Ave., noise. 12:46 a.m. S. George St., suspicious activity. 1:28 a.m. W. Sycamore St., vehicle. 2:09 a.m. E. Dominick St., ... [more...]

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Births

BAMBURY — To Michael Bambury and Erin Ashley, Rome, on Monday, April 20, 2009, in Oneida Healthcare Center, a son, Trevor Ryan. DOUGLASS — To Kristopher and Melissa Ciecko Douglass,... [more...]

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Beryl Edna Ward

Beryl Edna Ward, 89, of Boonville passed away on April 28, 2009, at Sunset Nursing & Rehabilitation Center. Beryl was born in Rodman, NY on March 2, 1920 a daughter of Lauren and Minnie Glass. ... [more...]

Published: 5/1/2009

Plants Plus sale May 9 in Clinton

CLINTON — The Clinton Garden Club will hold its Home Grown Plants Plus sale from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m., Saturday, May 9, at the Clinton Cider Mill, 28 Elm St. The sale will feature many "... [more...]

Published: 5/1/2009

Tabloid Tales of the Past

May 1, 1999 A proposed union contract favored by county officials and union leaders has been soundly defeated by rank-and-file workers in the county’s largest union. The vote was 246-391.... [more...]

Published: 5/1/2009

Tea Party success sets stage for more events

I‘d like to thank the people of Central New York for the turnout and response to the Fort Stanwix Tax Revolt. It has been completely positive. Rome police and Fort Stanwix personnel were indi... [more...]

Published: 5/1/2009

Partly sunny;
highs around 60

Tonight -- A chance of thunderstorms in the evening. Showers likely. Lows in the lower 40s. West winds 10 to 15 mph. Chance of rain 60 percent. Saturday -- Partly sunny. A chance of showers in ... [more...]

Published: 5/1/2009

Lottery

ALBANY (AP) — Here are the winning New York State Lottery numbers selected Thursday Midday: Daily: 0, 6, 3. Lucky Sum: 9. WinFour: 1, 0, 9, 0. Lucky Sum: 10. Here are the winning numbers ... [more...]

Published: 5/1/2009

Legends ready to take tennis court at Casino

Four former No. 1 ranked tennis players in the world will take center stage at the Turning Stone Resort and Casino Event Center on Saturday night to participate in a men’s singles match follo... [more...]

Published: 5/1/2009

Mutual aid log

To report an emergency: 911 Thursday 12:42 a.m. Deerfield, Deer Trial Road, alarm. 7:38 a.m. New London and AmCare Ambulance, Circle Road and Route 46, Verona, accident. 8:47 a.m. S... [more...]

Published: 5/1/2009

No remorse, no parole for ex-cop doing time for arson and burglary

A former Rome police officer serving a 25-year state prison sentence for arson and burglary was once again denied parole on Thursday — the fourth time in 13 years. James J. Dunn, now 68, ... [more...]

Published: 5/1/2009

Felonious fib for a friend costs fine and year in jail

Attempting to take the heat for a friend in a drug bust will cost a 26-year-old man one year in county jail after he admitted to lying to police. Jason Johnston, of 301 Matthews St., was senten... [more...]

Published: 5/1/2009

Family disputes land in court

There are many tools for punishing a child in a parent’s arsenal, but sometimes it is best to let the police handle a rowdy young man. Two men arrested after separate disputes with their ... [more...]

Published: 5/1/2009

Burglary charge

ONEIDA — A Madison County woman accused of stealing a video game console was scheduled to get a replay in City Court today. Police said Kelly S. Clark, 31, of Phelps Street, pleaded not g... [more...]

Published: 5/1/2009

Fugitive wanted in Pa. nabbed in Utica

A fugitive wanted in Pennsylvania for drug dealing was arrested during a traffic stop in Utica Tuesday. Police said Jason Remington, 25, of Sauquoit, is accused of selling more than 400 pounds ... [more...]

Published: 5/1/2009

State police log

Thursday 12:14 a.m. Horatio St., Deerfield, check. 5:53 a.m. Prospect St., Vernon, domestic. 7:22 a.m. Powell Road, Vienna, accident. 7:33 a.m. Circle Road and Route 46, Verona, acc... [more...]

Published: 5/1/2009

Trooper denies mooching mulch; late-night confrontation told

The New York State Trooper accused of stealing red mulch at Mohawk Valley Mulch aggressively confronted the owner when he was caught on the night of April 22 — Earth Day. David J. Volz, w... [more...]

Published: 5/1/2009

More than 100 students learn about sex predators at Law Day

More than 100 local high school students saw first-hand how law enforcers catch an online sexual predator at the annual Law Day celebration of the county Bar Association. The theme of Law Day w... [more...]

Published: 5/1/2009

Pickup driver ticketed after backing into car

A 30-year-old man was found to be driving without a proper license after accidentally hitting a parked car outside his residence on Kossuth Street Wednesday. Police said Jason A. Durgan, of 212... [more...]

Published: 5/1/2009

Sheriff’s log

To report an emergency: 911 Thursday 12:37 a.m. Beville Drive, check welfare. 12:52 a.m. Deer Trail Road, Deerfield, assist. 1:20 a.m. Route 233, Westmoreland, open door/window. ... [more...]

Published: 5/1/2009
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