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According to the Upstate New York Poison Center the top five poisonings for children ages 5 and younger were household cleaning products, personal care products, like hand sanitizers; analgesics, foreign objects, like toys and silica gel; and dietary supplements.
2022 was busy year for Upstate Poison Center
The Upstate New York Poison Center is most worried about children unintentionally eating marijuana edibles, according to their recap of 2022. more
Katelyn Kriesel
Manlius town councilor announces 2024 NY-22 Congressional run
Katelyn Kriesel, a Manlius town council member, has announced her candidacy for New York’s 22nd Congressional district in 2024.   more
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A moose cow, male, and calf are spotted from above during a scouting mission in the Adirondacks in this photo from Jan. 8, as part of the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation Moose Research project.
Research shows state’s moose population continues to grow
The New York State Department of Environmental Conservation and its partners are in the second year of a moose research project in the Adirondack region. more

DEC reminds winter hikers to take out what they bring in
The New York State Department of Environmental Conservation is reminding visitors to the Adirondack and Catskill Forest Preserves and all state lands to recreate safely and responsibly. more
Hochul plan would loosen leash on physicians’ assistants
A turf war between doctors and physician assistants has been ignited at the statehouse as the two sides clash over Gov. Kathy Hochul’s proposed health care budget. more
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174th Attack Wing Command Chief Master Sgt. Michael Will relinquishes authority during a ceremony at Hancock Field Air National Guard Base Feb. 4. Will retired after service in the U.S. military for 39 years.
Remsen airman retires after 39 years of service
New York Air National Guard Chief Master Sgt. Michael T. Will, the 174th Attack Wing Command Chief, retired after 39 years of military service. more
Thruway toll hikes should be last resort, comptroller says
Before raising tolls next year, state Comptroller Tom DiNapoli thinks the Thruway Authority should explore other options for boosting revenue. more
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Gambling addiction grows amid rise of online betting
More and more young adults have been gripped by compulsive gambling habits but the state has failed to provide the funding needed for a full-throttled public awareness campaign. more
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New York Gov. Kathy Hochul presents her executive state budget in the Red Room at the state Capitol Wednesday, Feb. 1, 2023, in Albany, N.Y.
Reactions mixed to Hochul’s proposed budget
Legislators are weighing in with their thoughts on Gov. Kathy Hochul’s proposed $227 billion spending plan for the 2024 fiscal year, both positive and negative.  more
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“The impact of higher energy supply costs is being felt by our customers, especially as other household expenses increase,” Melanie Littlejohn, vice-president of customer and community engagement for National Grid, said. “It’s why we have actively communicated with customers to discuss affordability and energy efficiency programs, and created new means of aiding vulnerable customers who don’t always qualify for traditional support programs.”
National Grid outlines programs for those in need of help to pay utility bills
Winter’s control over upstate New York continues and National Grid reminds its customers to take advantage of programs that can help them pay and manage their winter energy bills. more
Youth boater safety course offered
A young boater safety certificate course will be held at the Central New York Boat Show in Syracuse on Saturday, Feb. 18. more
ALL BUNDLED UP — Maria and Tim Ramos, with their dogs Tanner and Lady, are all dressed up for the cold as they walk on the Mohawk River Trail in Rome on Thursday morning. With even colder temperatures on the way today and Saturday, people are urged to take proper precautions for themselves and their pets. All four of the walkers comfortably completed a two-mile trek on the popular trail before getting out of the cold. (See article on page 2)
Bitter chill can present dangers for pets
The upcoming bitter cold this weekend is especially dangerous to dogs, cats and other pets, so the Oneida County Sheriff’s Office and the Central New York SPCA have some advice and tips. more
In her recent address, Gov. Kathy Hochul noted that ransomware attacks rose 13% nationwide in 2021, with more than 3,600 state, local and tribal governments across the country coming under attack since 2017. Ransomware is when hackers hold data and computer systems hostage until a demanded ransom is paid.
Utica University expert weighs in on the state of cybersecurity in New York
In her state-of-the-state address, Gov. Kathy Hochul proposed strengthening New York’s approach to cybersecurity, but one local expert says that will likely take time. more
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According to the National Weather Service, temperatures will dip into the single digits — and below — on Friday and Saturday. Heavy winds will then push the temperature even lower, with wind chill values of minus 35 degrees below zero possible.
Keep yourself, pets and home safe amid bitter cold
According to the National Weather Service, temperatures will dip into the single digits — and below — on Friday and Saturday. more
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An aerial view of Lyons Falls. It was recently announced that the Village of Lyons Falls will receive $2.25 million in funding as one of the North Country region winners of the first round of NY Forward, a revitalization program for rural communities.
Village of Lyons Falls receives $2.25 million for NY Forward program
The Village of Lyons Falls will receive $2.25 million in funding as one of the North Country region winners of the first round of NY Forward. Other winners included the Villages of Waddington and Cape Vincent, which will receive $2.25 million and $4.5 million, respectively. more
New York Gov. Kathy Hochul presents her executive state budget in the Red Room at the state Capitol Wednesday, Feb. 1, 2023, in Albany, N.Y.
Hochul's budget proposes tax hike for cigs, more school aid
New York Gov. Kathy Hochul proposed increasing state school aid by 10%, tuition hikes for public universities and raising cigarette taxes to a nation-high $5.35 per pack as part of her budget proposal Wednesday. more
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State lawmaker eyes higher speed limit on Thruway, state highways
New York could join 41 other states by raising its speed limit to 70 mph on the State Thruway and other state highways. more
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County clerks warn notaries not to go through new state online portal while issues being worked out
County clerks are advising any notary that’s up for renewal soon not to go through the new Department of State’s online portal, which goes live Feb. 1. more
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People walk down the beach to take a look at a dead whale in Lido Beach, N.Y., Tuesday, Jan. 31, 2023. The 35-foot humpback whale, that washed ashore and subsequently died, is one of several cetaceans that have been found over the past two months along the shores of New York and New Jersey.
Stranded humpback whale dies on Long Island beach
A 35-foot humpback whale washed ashore and later died on a New York beach, one of several cetaceans discovered over the past two months along the shores of New York and New Jersey. more
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Hospitals say staffing gaps could be relieved by Medicaid changes
Numerous upstate hospitals are wrestling with fiscal shortfalls and staffing shortages that could be lessened by increasing Medicaid reimbursement rates that only pay for a portion of care. more
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