State Sen. Joseph A. Griffo, R-Rome, announced that Rome Sentinel President and Publisher Stephen B. Waters has been appointed to serve on the Committee on Open Government. This statewide body ... [more...]
Drums Along the Mohawk has announced its 2012 Music for Kids Tour Award Winners. Award winners include: ¿ Daniel Smith, Johnstown, of the University Of Utah, marching with The Cavaliers Of... [more...]
ONEIDA — Reduced-price tickets are on sale for the Madison County Hop Kiln Tour slated Sunday, Sept. 16. The guided hop tour starts at the the Madison County Historical Society, 435 Main ... [more...]
Area oil heat technicians are among those statewide who will get energy efficiency skills training since the New York State Energy Research and Development Authority (NYSERDA) approved a $290,000 c... [more...]
Rome Free Academy stadium was packed with anxious spectators long before members of the Drum Corps International took the field for the 34th annual Drums Along the Mohawk competition Thursday eveni... [more...]
The city will waive the fee to swim at Philip A. Tosti Pool at Pinti Field for the rest of the season. Tosti is the lone city pool with an admission price this summer; the wading pools are free... [more...]
A snowmobile crash into Vogel Park on North George Street early last year sent one man to the hospital for several weeks with a bad head injury. It has now also resulted in six months house arr... [more...]
VILLAGE OF FRANKFORT — The massive fire at the former Union Tools in Herkimer County Wednesday was accidentally caused by wayward sparks from a worker’s tool. Fire officials said co... [more...]
To report an emergency: 911 Website: www.romepd.com Thursday 12:20 a.m. S. Jay St., investigate. 12:47 a.m. N. Madison St., assault. 12:50 a.m. Black River Blvd., fight. 1:0... [more...]
To report an emergency: 911 Thursday 10:31 a.m. Dart Circle, alarm. 12:47 p.m. Wal-Mart, Rome-Taberg Road, first aid. 1:29 p.m. 800 W. Chestnut St., first aid. 2:40 p.m. 124 Fou... [more...]
To report an emergency: 911 Thursday 6:39 a.m. Vernon, W. Seneca St., fire. 7:40 a.m. Vernon and Vineall Ambulance, Route 26, accident/injury. 2:18 p.m. Camden Ambulance, Main St., ... [more...]
To report an emergency: 911 Thursday 12:02 a.m. Brimfield St., Kirkland, domestic. 12:21 a.m. Lee Valley Road, Lee, domestic. 2:50 a.m. Route 26, Vernon, alarm. 3:44 a.m. Route ... [more...]
To report an emergency: 911 Thursday 12:21 a.m. Lee Valley Road, Lee, domestic. 3:44 a.m. Route 8, Paris, domestic. 4:28 a.m. Pinnacle Road, Paris, suspicious activity. 7:40 a.m... [more...]
UTICA — The defending state champion Whitestown Post is in a must-win situation now following a 5-2 defeat against Middletown Post in the New York State American Legion baseball tournament on... [more...]
Tonight — Partly cloudy. A chance of showers with a slight chance of thunderstorms in the evening — Then a slight chance of showers after midnight. Lows in the mid 60s. North winds arou... [more...]
ALBANY (AP) — Here are the winning numbers drawn Thursday Evening: Daily: 4, 2, 9, Lucky Sum: 15. WinFour: 6, 1, 5, 1, Lucky Sum: 13. Here are the winning numbers drawn Thursday Midday: D... [more...]
A Rome man is the target of a lawsuit by state Attorney General Eric T. Schneiderman for possession and sale of "bath salts" and other synthetic drugs. John Tebbetts III, of Rome, is ... [more...]
State Department of Environmental Conservation officials announced on Thursday changes to freshwater fishing regulations which will be effect starting Oct. 1. The new regulations are a result o... [more...]
ONEIDA — Net income was up for Oneida Financial Corp., the parent company of Oneida Savings Bank, in the second quarter compared to the same period last year. Net income for the quarter w... [more...]
Over 60 people attended R-CATS’ July meeting, which featured Assemblyman Anthony J. Brindisi and state Sen. Joseph A. Griffo. Common Council President John J. Mazzaferro and Councilor Lou... [more...]
When it comes to building a disaster preparedness plan, there’s plenty to do — get the checklists, read the articles, join the webinars. What should you tackle first? You can learn more... [more...]
The Zoning Board of Appeals Wednesday shot down a proposed psychotherapy home office on Hickory Street, approved an already opened ice cream stand and mini golf course, and made an interpretation t... [more...]
The lone topic on the agenda for the Planning Board Tuesday is MSP’s plan to build a warehouse at the former Rossi site at Railroad Street and Harbor Way. The five-member volunteer board ... [more...]
NUTRITION NEWS BY CHARLYN FARGO RELEASE: FRIDAY, DECEMBER 2, 2011 Q AND A Q: How can I lose weight while preparing meals for a family that is not overweight? A: A basic healthy ... [more...]
Aug. 3, 2002 Three interns have been lending a hand at Fort Stanwix National Monument, learning lessons they hope to apply in grad school and in their professions. Dennis Pettinelli, past p... [more...]
It’s time to get your flowers and vegetables ready for a free competition. Saturday, Aug. 11, amateur gardeners are invited to compete in the Upstate Regional Flower and Vegetable Show. T... [more...]
Demystifying Refinance and Home Equity Loans is a free workshop slated from 4 to 5 p.m. Tuesday in The HomeOwnership Center, 1611 Genesee St., Utica. It’s designed to help homeowners unde... [more...]
Lee baseball team captures District 9 crown The Lee Center Post 1794 Sons of the American Legion Senior Little League baseball team captured the New York State District 9 Championship on Saturd... [more...]
Temperatures: 64 to 81 Normal Range: 57 to 79 Records: 47(1951), 91(1988) Rainfall: 0.03" Monthly rainfall: 3.51" Rainfall for year: 20.71" Sunset today: 8:21... [more...]
News from churches or church-related groups for the Religion Today pages, published on Saturdays, can be e-mailed to living@RNY.com.Items should be submitted by midweek. If there is a weekend event... [more...]
Clergy and board members are asked to check the schedule for their church’s main services in Saturday’s Religion Today pages. If the information is incorrect, e-mail living@RNY.com or c... [more...]
Dave Ramsey’s Financial Peace University classes are being offered at the Light and Life Community Church, 317 W. Embargo St., at 6:30 p.m. each Wednesday Aug. 22-Oct. 17. He says, "This... [more...]
ALLEN — Bruce S. Allen, 63, of Rome, on July 28, 2012. Services 6 p.m. Saturday at Kingdom Hall of Jehovah’s Witnesses, Potter Road. No calling hours. Contributions to the Kingd... [more...]
Information for this calendar of 2012 Honor America Days and other events is provided by the Rome Area Chamber of Commerce. Those interested in adding events to the listing may visit www.RomeChambe... [more...]
WHITESTOWN — Do you have a gardening question that needs to be answered? The Master Gardener Volunteers of Oneida County maintain a horticulture hotline on Wednesday and Fridays from 9 a.m. t... [more...]
Cornell Cooperative Extension’s summer dairy tour series continues with two farm stops during August. There is no charge for the tours but participants are asked to reserve a spot by call... [more...]
The administration has settled grievances with four unions over health care — with the Board of Estimate and Contract now approving a settlement with the police, fire and Civil Service unions... [more...]
Tonight’s Schedule... Professional Baseball — International League: Syracuse at Buffalo, 7:05. Harness racing — Vernon Downs, first post 6:55. Saturday’s Sch... [more...]
Area students were named to the spring semester dean’s list at Paul Smith’s College. They are, with their majors: Aaron Nowak, Rome, environmental studies; Timothy Grossman, Boonvil... [more...]
Joy Elementary School, the final Rome elementary site in line for a building-wide upgrade, likely will not be renovated until the 2014-15 year, says district Superintendent Jeffrey P. Simons. T... [more...]
The state Department of Environmental Conservation is asking New Yorkers to participate in surveys for two popular game birds: wild turkeys and ring-necked pheasants. Since 1996, the DEC has co... [more...]
LEE CENTER — The top-seeded Lee Soccer Club advanced to the championship game by defeating Krajisnik SC of Utica, 4-1, in the semifinals of the Central New York State Soccer League on Thursda... [more...]
VERNON — The female pacer All About Kisses claimed Thursday night’s $11,000 open contest at Vernon Downs. Trainer Chuck Connor Jr. did the steering in the featured eighth event, gui... [more...]
Ying Jin Inc., 233 E. Dominick St., $50, install additional 23 square foot business sign under the common signage plan of 41 total square feet. Merrick Ridge Realty, 7755 Turin Road, $1,000, er... [more...]
The Capitol Theatre, 220 W. Dominick St., offers a tour of the historic 1928 building at 7 p.m. Monday, Aug. 6. The tour will be followed immediately by a preview of the movie festival Capitolf... [more...]
Antoinette Concetta Distante Domenico, 84, died at home, in the house in which she was born, 128 River St. Rome, NY on August 1, 2012. Born December 1, 1927 in Rome, to Frank and Catherine (Aie... [more...]
ALTMAR — Bonnie J. Ingersoll, 67, of Kaine Road, passed away with her family at her side, Wednesday, August 1, 2012, at St. Joseph’s Hospital and Health Center, Syracuse, NY. Bonnie was... [more...]
PREMO — To Jon and Peg Cooper Premo, of Riverside, Calif., on Friday, July 27, 2012 at Riverside Community Hospital, Calif., a son, Nova Jay. Jon is the son of Valerie Premo, of Urbandale... [more...]
