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Paroled, registered sex offender convicted of possessing child pornography
A parolee and registered sex offender convicted of possessing child pornography on his cell phone has been sentenced in Federal Court to 50 years in prison. Shawn Bunnell, 35, of Utica, was sentenced … more
Adam C. Cesario
Town of Lenox highway worker charged with fraud
TOWN OF LENOX — An employee from the Town of Lenox Highway Department in Madison County is accused of using a tax-exempt town account to make purchases for his own auto repair shop. State police … more
Woman accused of welfare fraud
TOWN OF LENOX — A Madison County woman has been charged with lying to the Department of Social Services and unlawfully receiving nearly $9,000 over two years. Sheriff’s deputies said Brittany E. … more
Fire Dept. to host Battle of the Badges blood drive
The Rome Fire Department will be hosting their second Battle of the Badges blood drive between the city’s fire and police departments on Tuesday. The two agencies use the friendly rivalry between … more
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Council hears concerns over sidewalks
Members of the Common Council heard concerns on the lack of sidewalks parts of Erie Boulevard, while looking ahead to Downtown Revitalization Initative implementation, in their Wednesday evening … more
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Allison Fuller
Bank promotes new branch manager
WESTMORELAND — Community Bank N.A. has promoted Allison Fuller to branch manager of its Westmoreland location on Route 233. She brings to the position more than 13 years of experience in the … more
County, with eye on savings, to start leasing most of its cars
Oneida County is getting out of the new-car buying business. County lawmakers on Wednesday approved a lease agreement with Enterprise Fleet Management to start providing vehicles for most county … more
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Liberty-George Garage image.
City OKs $1M deal to demo parking garage
In perhaps the most substantive step foward in the city’s Downtown Revitalization Initiative (DRI) thus far, the Board of Estimate and Contract has approved a $1 million deal with Bronze … more
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Mother accused of drugged driving, other charges while taking child to school
A 33-year-old mother is facing multiple charges after law enforcers said she was driving her child to school under the influence of drugs and crashed into a snowbank on West Dominick Street. Police … more
VERDICT READ — John W. Ferguson, center, hangs his head as the guilty verdict to manslaughter is announced by the jury Wednesday morning, as he sits between his defense attorneys.(Sentinel photo by Sean I. Mills)
Jurors don’t see intent to kill as they reach consensus on manslaughter
After about two and a half hours of total deliberations, the jury in the John “JW” Ferguson murder trial decided to convict him on a lesser charge of manslaughter. Ferguson will face up to 25 … more
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Thruway Taste NY markets seek vendors
The state program showcasing New York-grown farm products at Thruway service areas is recruiting producers for the 2019 season, which starts April 1. Only produce grown or produced in New York may be … more
Brush burning ban starts Saturday, officials warn
Residential brush burning will be prohibited in New York state from Saturday, March 16, through May 14, the state Department of Environmental Conservation has announced. Some municipalities, … more
City issues codes reminder
As spring approaches, City Hall is reminding residents to keep their lawns and landscaping within the city’s codes. In a release from the Codes Enforcement Office, city officials said that … more
Buffalohead gets new owner; goal to reopen by end of June
FORESTPORT — Once famous for its large portions and as a stop for hungry snowmobilers and summer tourists in the Adirondacks, the Buffalohead Restaurant once again has a new owner. The former … more
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Chamber’s silent auction to raise funds for Honor America Days
The Rome Area Chamber of Commerce will hold its 28th annual silent auction fundraiser for Honor America Days on Friday, March 15, from 5:30 to 10 p.m. at Teugega Country Club. The public is invited … more
POTHOLE SEASON — DPW is taking advantage of the mild weather, as city worker Andrew DeBlasiis fills in a pothole on William Street with cold patch this morning. Residents can report potholes and other non-emergency issues to City Hall by downloading the RomeNY 311 app, available on iOS and Android devices, and following the onscreen instructions. This winter — with its fluctuating temperatures and mixed precipitation — has been ideal for spawning potholes, which are often created when the precipitation leaks through cracks in streets and roadways and pools under the pavement and then expands as it freezes when temperatures drop.
Drivers can report pot holes to city's DPW
New York counties say no to legal marijuana without financial help
The New York State Association of Counties has come against legalization of marijuana unless state lawmakers help counties pay for any added costs. “Public policy ought to be about doing the public … more
Mother accused of spraying teen with pepper spray, shoving youth
VILLAGE OF CAMDEN — A 37-year-old mother is accused of spraying her teenager with pepper spray and shoving her younger child. Sheriff’s deputies said they were called to a domestic dispute on … more
Rome aims to be represented at state youth archery tournament
A team from Rome’s Staley Elementary School is scheduled to take part in the 11th annual National Archery in the Schools Program tournament at the New York State Fairgrounds in Syracuse Friday. The … more
KNIFE IN HAND — Public Defender Luke Nebush demonstrates with a knife the way his client, John “JW” Ferguson, claims the fight happened with his brother Daryl. This was not the actual knife used in the attack, just a regular knife that Nebush used as a prop.
Jurors find Ferguson guilty of manslaughter, not guilty of murder
Jurors found defendant John “JW” Ferguson guilty of two charges — manslaughter and possession of a weapon — but not guilty of murder in the stabbing death of his brother Daryl. Deliberations … more
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