Annual fire inspections of Rome school buildings, and about $30,000 in additional construction for the Gansevoort Elementary renovation will be considered Wednesday night by the Board of Education.... [more...]
The Rome Free Academy girls’ varsity basketball team will have a new coach for the upcoming season, says Board of Education President Patricia Riedel. Julie Ramos, who has been coach sinc... [more...]
ROME — Richard O. Edwards, age 82, passed peacefully on Friday at Rome Hospital. Mr. Edwards was born on October 24, 1929 in Boulder, CO. to Frank Oliver Edwards and Hazel Leota Kite Edwards.... [more...]
BLEDSOE — Edward F. Bledsoe, 91, of Rochester, formerly of Camden, on Sept. 14, 2012. Services 11 a.m. Friday, Adams Rural Cemetery, Adams. Calling hours 4-7 p.m. Thursday at Strong and B... [more...]
Floyd L. Slover, 77 of Blossvale passed away Saturday, September 15, 2012 with his family by his side. He was born April 20, 1935 in Canastota, the son of George and Gertrude. On October 14, 1972 h... [more...]
Joan E. "Joanie" Digamus, 79, of Westernville, passed away unexpectedly Friday, September 14. Joanie was born July 6, 1933 in Syracuse, NY daughter of Harold and Anna Whitbread. J... [more...]
Samuel Caporilli, 53, of 8953 Turin Road passed away on Saturday, September 15, 2012 at home with his loving family and friends by his side after a difficult and courageous 4 year fight with cancer... [more...]
TOWN OF FLOYD — Malcolm R. Didio, of Floyd, died Saturday, September 15, 2012, in St. Joseph’s Hospital, Syracuse, with his family at his side, from complications following surgery. ... [more...]
The county’s dispute with the administrator of its workers’ compensation program continues, but there may be a settlement in the works. Independent counsel retained by the Board of ... [more...]
WHITESTOWN — United Food & Commercial Workers’ District Union Local One has presented the Samuel Gompers Distinguished Service Award to recognize and thank individuals for their support... [more...]
WHITESBORO — A person was struck by a motor vehicle near the Nice N’Easy on Oriskany Boulevard Saturday evening, and police are searching for the driver who sped away. Authorities s... [more...]
WHITESTOWN — A medical condition is believed to have caused a 28-year-old woman to rear-end her husband’s motorcycle on Westmoreland Road Saturday, sending both of them and their 8-year... [more...]
Sofia "Nonna" DeBlasiis, 80, went peacefully to be with the Lord on Saturday, September 15, 2012. She was born in Melizzano, Italy, province of Benevento, on December 11, 1931, a daughter... [more...]
Temperatures: 44 to 67 Normal Range: 51 to 72 Records: 29(1964), 91(1991) Rainfall: 0" Monthly rainfall: 1.08" Rainfall for year: 28.79" Sunset today: 7:09 ... [more...]
A 35-year-old man was taken into custody Sunday afternoon after law enforcers said he scattered his estranged wife’s groceries across his front yard. Police said Michael A. Sovocool, of 1... [more...]
To report an emergency: 911 Website: www.romepd.com Sunday 12:23 a.m. E. Bloomfield St., suspicious activity. 12:42 a.m. West St., investigate. 1:46 a.m. Jasper St., dispute. ... [more...]
To report an emergency: 911 Saturday 11:27 a.m. 100 N. Madison St., first aid. 12:17 p.m. 413 E. Garden St., first aid. 12:43 p.m. Erie Blvd. West, first aid. 12:51 p.m. 413 E. ... [more...]
"Understanding Your Cholesterol: The Good, Bad and Ugly Fat" will be presented free Thursday by Faxton St. Luke’s Healthcare’s Central New York Diabetes Education Program. ... [more...]
TOWN OF LEE — A 53-year-old motorcyclist was hospitalized after swerving to avoid an animal on Marsh Road Sunday night. Sheriff’s deputies said James M. Donlon, of Lee Center, was w... [more...]
To report an emergency: 911 Sunday 7:31 a.m. Sherrill, E. Seneca St., accident. 8:51 a.m. Lake Delta, Elmer Hill Road, structure fire. 9:15 a.m. Sauquoit, Campbell Road, Paris, stru... [more...]
To report an emergency: 911 Sunday 12:03 a.m. Spencer Ave., Sylvan Beach, disorderly. 2:53 a.m. Route 12B, Marshall, suspicious activity. 3:17 a.m. Patrick Road, Verona, assist. ... [more...]
To report an emergency: 911 Sunday 4:56 a.m. Fish Hatchery Road, alarm. 9:41 a.m. Wright Settlement Lane, trespass. 10:30 a.m. Camden, larceny. 11:34 a.m. Route 28, Forestport, ... [more...]
The Central New York Parkinson’s Support Group, Inc. meets at 12:30 p.m. the third Tuesday of each month except August at the Presbyterian Home for CNY, 4290 Middle Settlement Road, New Hartf... [more...]
It’s news when someone gets married, but news is information about recent events. It’s a busy time after a wedding and honeymoon, writing thank yous and getting back to work, but do... [more...]
Hospice & Palliative Care offers free bereavement support groups and workshops, including in Rome and Camden. There is no charge for bereavement groups or workshops. Donations are always apprec... [more...]
John L. Cavellier Jr., of Rome, and Amy L. Parkhurst, of Oswego. [more...]
Shane Christopher Smith and Brandy Jo Pope were married on Saturday, Aug. 25, 2012, in Camden Town Park. The bride, daughter of George F. Jr. and Debbie L. Pope, West Thomas Street, was escorte... [more...]
Though gas prices have jumped, they should drop again if other factors hold steady while the effects of Hurricane Isaac pass, according to AAA Central Region General Manager Ed Welsh. The average p... [more...]
VERONA — Vernon-Verona-Sherrill junior tailback Chris Beavo said that he has noticed more physicality and urgency from the Red Devils over the past few weeks. That intensity led the hosts... [more...]
A 20-year-old woman who is accused of kicking a police officer in the face is one of two people who had their felony assault cases forwarded to the county grand jury. ¿ Demetria M. Wall, 2... [more...]
CAMDEN — The Cackleberry Castle Pumpkin Farm opens for fall fun on Friday and will be open weekends until Halloween, including Columbus Day. Hours are Fridays from 4-9 p.m., Saturdays from 10... [more...]
Tonight’s Schedule... Scholastic girls Field hockey — RFA at Cortland, 5. Tuesday’s Schedule... Scholastic boys Soccer — RFA at New Hartford, Notre Dame ... [more...]
AUSTERMAN — To Aaron and Beth Finocchiaro Austerman, of Canastota, on Thursday, Sept. 13, 2012, in Oneida Healthcare Center, a son, Finn Timothy. BOSTON — To Eric and Tegan Griffith... [more...]
Rome team places second at bocce tourney Four Romans teamed up and finished in second place in the women’s division of the fourth annual Mechanicville Bocce Tournament on Saturday. Th... [more...]
The Rome Colts junior peewee team scored a 13-0 shutout triumph over Northern Community at home on Sunday. Preston Mecca led the stout Rome defense with four tackles, including three for losses... [more...]
VERNON — Rome native Tom Witt collected his second consecutive win as an owner, while Doctor Butch and Just Bettor became the fastest local colt and gelding, respectively, this year during th... [more...]
Utica native Richard Cohen was the winner of the 2012 Delta Lake Half Marathon at Delta Lake State Park on Sunday, while Jason Pare was the top Rome runner that came in eighth as a field of 186 par... [more...]
Prostate cancer can often be detected early in men with a simple blood test that measures the amount of prostate-specific antigen (PSA) in the blood. In recognition of National Prostate Cancer ... [more...]
Sept. 17, 2002 Niagara Mohawk is plugging in a plan to read home and business electric and gas meters via transmitters mounted on passing vans, eliminating the need for homeowners to let the me... [more...]
HOMER — The New York Agri-Women is hosting a workshop, "Creating Life Work Harmony," 10 a.m.-noon on Wednesday, Nov. 7 at the Farm Credit East office. Registration is due Oct. 31. ... [more...]
WHEN: 1-6 p.m. Friday. WHERE: Town of Trenton Municipal Center Main Room, Park Avenue, Barneveld. [more...]
WHEN: 8:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Thursday. WHERE: Camden High School gymnasium, 55 Oswego Road. WHEN: 10:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Thursday. WHERE: SUNY-IT Student Center, Multi-purpose Room, 10... [more...]
ThursdayFaxton St. Luke’s Healthcare will host a free computer education class from 5 to 7 p.m. in Allen-Calder Conference Rooms 3, 4 and 5 at the St. Luke’s Campus, 1656 Champlin Avenu... [more...]
Let’s make sure everyone knows we’re fresh here in Oneida County. "CNY Fresh, the Flavors of Central New York" is a campaign designed to encourage residents to buy local. ... [more...]
Mohawk Valley Community College’s Center for Corporate and Community Education is accepting registration for the fall schedule of adult swim classes. All the classes take palce at the poo... [more...]
WHEN: 8:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Thursday. WHERE: Camden High School gymnasium, 55 Oswego Road. WHEN: 10:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Thursday. WHERE: SUNY-IT Student Center, Multi-purpose Room, 10... [more...]
WHEN: 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Tuesday. WHERE: Rome Memorial Hospital Classroom, 1500 N. James St. [more...]
The Griffiss Ski Club had two events for August: An Aug. 19 get together on Big Moose River in Old Forge with 31 at the house of Jim Tille. An Aug. 23, Bike Hike and Canal Museum Tour. 11 r... [more...]
ALBANY (AP) — Here the winning state Lottery numbers selected Sunday in the midday drawing: Daily: 3, 6, 9; Lucky Sum: 18; WinFour: 5, 8, 0, 2; Lucky Sum: 15. Here are the winning evening... [more...]
Tonight — Partly cloudy. A chance of showers after midnight. Lows in the mid 50s. Southeast winds 5 to 10 mph. Chance of rain 50 percent. Tuesday — Showers with a chance of thunders... [more...]
I wish to take issue with the Sentinel’s biased and misleading editorial "Are you better off?", dated Sept. 6. First let me say that I don’t want to defend President Obama... [more...]
MARCY — The CNY Veterans Expo 2012: Supporting Our Heroes at Work and School, will be held from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Tuesday, Oct. 9 at SUNY-IT’s Kunsela Hall auditorium. There are two ... [more...]
TUESDAY South Lewis Board of Education, 7 p.m. Library, Middle-High School, 4264 East Road, Turin. Camden Village Board, 6 p.m. Village offices, 14 Church St. Oriskany Village Board, 6 ... [more...]
NEW HARTFORD — Faxton St. Luke’s Healthcare’s Regional Cancer Center and The American Cancer Society’s Man to Man Support Group will host "Prostate Cancer Update: What&... [more...]
SHERRILL — A regular yoga practice can have "a tremendous relaxing and de-stressing effect on the mind and body and can improve a person’s mood and behavior," according to Nic... [more...]
The Rome Free Academy junior varsity football squad was victorious over rival Proctor High of Utica, 53-30, on Saturday at the Stadium. Brad Daugherty and LJ Redpath each scored two touchdowns ... [more...]
Area residents are invited to Rome Memorial Hospital’s annual Community Health Fair Saturday from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Kennedy Arena, 500 W. Embargo St. The health fair’s new loc... [more...]
VERONA — Madison Cortland Arc, The Arc Oneida-Lewis Chapter and Herkimer Arc are hosting the fourth annual Autism Seminar Monday, Sept. 24 at Vernon Downs, 4229 Stuhlman Road. The confere... [more...]
ONEIDA — The City Recreation Department is hosting an Open House 1-3 p.m. on Saturday at the Rec Center, 217 Cedar St. The Arc will unveil four murals painted and donated to the Rec Cente... [more...]
A course in the Sympto-Thermal method of Natural Family Planning will begin Monday, Sept. 24 from 7-9 p.m. in the home of certified teachers, Jim and Mary Margaret Van Damme, West Carter Road. For ... [more...]
The Rome Free Academy boys cross country team took second in their group race of the Vernon-Verona-Sherrill Invitational on Saturday, while the girls finished fifth amongst their set of runners. ... [more...]
The Westmoreland football squad claimed its third triumph of the season following a 33-6 romp over host Beaver River on Saturday during a Class D Central matchup. Tim Harrison was all over the ... [more...]
The Zion Episcopal Church on West Liberty Street hosts a free seminar on Friday discussing the dangers of "bath salts" and other synthetic drugs. The presentation will be hosted by Pa... [more...]
TOWN OF MARTINSBURG — A Lewis County man is facing felony charges for mailing his family members a letter. Sheriff’s deputies said James A. Loucks, 56, of 6643 Route 12, Lowville, m... [more...]
The second of two men accused of breaking into the Exist 420 smoke shop on North James Street is scheduled to appear in County Court later this month. Richard D. Tennant, 18, of 9926 Taberg-Flo... [more...]
