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RFA grad in nation’s capital for business but misses out on inauguration
While on a business-related trip to the Washington, D.C. area this week, Rome Free Academy alumnus Nick Clifford thought he would try to see the inauguration Wednesday of Joe Biden as president. But … more
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TOPIC OF DEBATE — A proposal before the city Planning Board would demolish the former school and veterinary office at 1315 Erie Blvd. West to make way for construction of a large car wash at the site. The Planning Board will discuss the proposal at its meeting on Feb. 2.
Zoning Board to discuss proposed demolition at Feb. 3 meeting
The demolition of a limestone building on Erie Boulevard to make way for a car wash will be the topic of discussion during an upcoming Wednesday, Feb. 3, public hearing to be conducted by the city … more
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FILE - In this Aug. 28, 1963 file photo, Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., head of the Southern Christian Leadership Conference, addresses marchers during his "I Have a Dream" speech at the Lincoln Memorial in Washington. The annual celebration of the Martin Luther King Jr. holiday in his hometown in Atlanta is calling for renewed dedication to nonviolence following a turbulent year. The slain civil rights leader's daughter, the Rev. Bernice King, said in an online church service Monday, Jan. 18, 2021, that physical violence and hateful speech are “out of control” in the aftermath of a divisive election followed by a deadly siege on the U.S. Capitol in Washington by supporters of President Donald Trump. (AP Photo/File)
Students invited to participate in oratory contest honoring MLK Jr.
If Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. were alive today, what would he say? Local middle school, high school, college students and community members are invited to participate in an oratory contest to honor … more
Judge orders affidavit ballots from Oneida County counted in NY-22
The state judge overseeing the counting of contested ballots in the 22nd Congressional District election has ordered the counting of nearly 1,100 affidavit ballots from residents who filed voter … more
Dose shortage continues to plague area vaccine rollout
There are signs the post-holiday surge of new COVID-19 cases in Oneida County and across New York has subsided, but the vaccination campaign thought to be the best way to end the pandemic continues … more
Contract for animal abuse investigations draws some howls
Oneida County legislators renewed a nearly $106,000 contract with an outside agency for investigating complaints of animal abuse for another year, but the contentious issue of how to handle such … more
WORKING OUT — Since reopening in late September, the YMCA of the Greater Tri-Valley, with facilities in Rome and Oneida, has continued to offer programs tailored to meet the needs of children and teens. Above, the Rome Family YMCA, 301 W. Bloomfield St., is shown recently.
YMCA provides safe alternatives for children, teenagers
When it comes to juggling school, work and play, families look to the YMCA for support and solutions. “We continue to strive to meet the needs of our families and the community,” said Regional … more
MISSION ACCOMPLISHED — An unmanned aerial system (drone) rests on the sidewalk after a successful test mission to see how the systems can aid in the ongoing fight against COVID-19. The drone performed a series of challenges in Syracuse, demonstrating ways that drones can be used to safely and quickly assist hospitals and other health care professionals.
Drone passes COVID humanitarian delivery test with flying colors
The COVID-19 Humanitarian UAS (Unmanned Aircraft Systems) Response Partnership has announced the conclusion of its latest operational phase: multi-day flight operations and evaluations of two … more
Clinton begins kindergarten registration
CLINTON — Clinton Central School is accepting kindergarten registrations in the elementary school main office between the hours of 8 a.m. and 3 p.m. The child does not need to be present. … more
Gas prices climb nine cents over past week in region
UTICA — The average gas price is up nine cents from last week, averaging $2.47 per gallon, across the state. The average price was a penny higher in the Utica/Rome area at $2.48 per gallon, … more
Tara Anne Baker
Doctorate earned
Tara Anne Baker, of Rome, has earned a Doctor of Education degree with a specialization in reading, literacy and assessment, from Walden University, Minneapolis, Minn. While attending Walden … more
MVCC Board of Trustees to hold virtual meeting Monday
UTICA — The Mohawk Valley Community College Board of Trustees will hold a virtual meeting on an online platform on Monday, Jan. 25, at 4 p.m. The public is welcome to log onto the regularly … more
Man accused of shoplifting more than $200 worth of seafood from Price Chopper
Accused of stealing more than $200 worth of seafood from Price Chopper, a Rome man is scheduled to appear in City Court, according to a report by local law enforcement officials. Police said Mark I. … more
Herkimer County Community College adds psychology degree program
HERKIMER — Herkimer County Community College has added an associate of arts degree program in psychology, designed to provide a solid foundation in psychological studies by familiarizing students … more
Crash leads to drunk driving charge in Florence
TOWN OF FLORENCE — An Oswego County man was charged with drunken driving after law enforcement officials said his motor vehicle crashed into a ditch off Florence Hill Road very early on Saturday … more
Punch to land man in city court, police say
A 29-year-old man was picked up on an arrest warrant for punching another man in the back of the head,. Police said the victim went to his former apartment on East Bloomfield Street at about 8:15 … more
READY TO TOW — A snowmobiler watches as a sled is prepped for towing after a crash in Tug Hill on Monday. Operator Nicholas Finn, of Steuben, said he was lucky to walk away from the head-on collision in Lewis County. The operator of the other sled is believed to have been airlifted to a Syracuse hospital.
Snowmobiler feels fortunate to walk away from accident
WEST TURIN — Snowmobiler Nicholas Finn feels he is blessed to have walked away after an oncoming snowmobile crashed into his own in Lewis County Monday afternoon. The other operator was taken to a … more
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SYLVAN BEACH ICON — Edward “Eddie” Stewart Jr., a well-known and loved icon of Sylvan Beach died this past Friday. Stewart was active in the community and a 54-year member of the Sylvan Beach Volunteer Fire Department.
Beloved Sylvan Beach restaurateur and icon remembered
SYLVAN BEACH —Restaurateur Edward “Eddie” Stewart Jr., a legendary Sylvan Beach fixture and staunch community supporter, died last Friday. Stewart’s family has a tradition of hospitality, and … more
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SHOT IN THE ARM — A woman receives a dose of COVID-19 vaccine Tuesday at the Marcy campus of SUNY Polytechnic Institute.
State vaccine site opens but runs out of appointments
MARCY — People were streaming in from near and far Tuesday morning to the north entrance of the Wildcat Field House at SUNY Polytechnic Institute to get something increasingly rare and precious: A … more
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Space heater blamed in fire that displaced two, destroyed home
BRIDGEWATER — Two people have been displaced from their home after it was destroyed by fire on Cottage Lane late Wednesday night. Fire officials said a space heater is believed to have caused the … more
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