IN THE NEWS

Picente blames Cuomo as lack of doses closes Oneida County’s vaccine sites

9 hours ago

Districts seek more info on preliminary state aid runs

11 hours ago
Virtual program gives glimpse into changes, impacts at Griffiss

Yesterday at 12:00 PM
Nine COVID-19 deaths reported in Oneida County, most in one day

2 days ago
Local rescue scores big in Animal Planet Puppy Bowl XVII

2 days ago

IN THE NEWS

Picente blames Cuomo as lack of doses closes Oneida County’s vaccine sites

9 hours ago

Districts seek more info on preliminary state aid runs

11 hours ago
Virtual program gives glimpse into changes, impacts at Griffiss

Yesterday at 12:00 PM
Nine COVID-19 deaths reported in Oneida County, most in one day

2 days ago
Local rescue scores big in Animal Planet Puppy Bowl XVII

2 days ago

- Picente to take questions from public on Facebook live
  
  8 minutes ago
  
  At 6 p.m. on Wednesday, Jan. 27, Oneida County Executive Anthony Picente will be answering questions from the public on COVID-19 and the …
- Parent group forms as district eyes what might be ahead next school year
  
  11 hours ago
  
  A parent group has been formed in objection to Rome school district Superintendent Peter C. Blake’s recent statement that he anticipates the …
- Donations from olive oil company flow to charities
  
  11 hours ago
  
  Sovena USA, one of the largest olive oil companies in the world and based in Rome on the Griffiss Business and Technology Park, recently donated …

Winter is Finally Here

Yesterday at 7:49 AM

FINALLY! — While much of the winter so far has consisted of a snow drought — with barely enough powdery flakes to cover the ground in much of the region, Mother Nature finally cooperated, dumping plenty of lake effect snow on the Tug Hill Plateau and North Country suitable for snowmobilers to …

ZIPPING ALONG — A pair of snowmobilers take advantage of piles of new snow to get out on the trails along Michigan Mills Road near the Highmarket Inn & Sports in Constableville.

Snowmobiles on Michigan Mills Road near the Highmarket Inn & Sports

Snowmobiles at Tug Hill Hideaway off Fish Creek Road

Funeral notices — Jan. 22, 2021

Yesterday at 7:00 AM

BATHKE — Julie A. Bathke, 53, of Rome, on Jan. 15, 2021. Private service. Contributions to Jennah’s Journey, Inc., 113 Cedarcrest Lane, Oneida, NY 13421. Arrangements by Strong-Burns & Sprock …

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- State probes COVID drugs price spikes
  
  11 hours ago
  
  A New York state agency has opened an investigation into price gouging of six drugs during the COVID-19 pandemic. The Department of Financial …
- Flu virus strategy can be template for addressing COVID-19, insurer says
  
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  UTICA — The prevalence of flu in New York is way down compared to this time last year, according to an analysis of health tracking data by …
- State extends sign-up period for health insurance
  
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  The open enrollment period for New York residents who lack health insurance to apply for coverage through the official state health plan …
- Trio face gun charges in Utica
  
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  UTCA — Three men were charged with weapons possession in Utica following a brief pursuit Thursday night, according to law enforcement …
- Miller appointed to Assembly minority conference post
  
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  ALBANY — Assemblyman Brian Miller, R-101, New Hartford, has been appointed by Assembly Minority Leader Will Barclay, R-120, Pulaski to serve …
- Public Safety Logs — Jan. 20, 2021
  
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  Mutual aid log To report an emergency: 911 Wednesday 4:02 a.m. Camden, accident. 4:11 a.m. Florence, accident. 10:31 a.m. Lake Delta, Sleepy …
- HCCC names assistant professor in Physical Therapy Assistant Program
  
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  HERKIMER—Herkimer County Community College has appointed Elizabeth M. Pogonowski, PT, DPT, as an assistant professor in the Physical Therapy …
- Drunk driving charged
  
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  LOWVILLE — An Oswego County man was charged with drunken driving in Lewis County Sunday night. Sheriff’s deputies said Michael S. Demko, 35, …
- Man accused of gun, drug possession
  
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  A handgun and a quantity of crack cocaine were seized in Utica after reports a man had pointed the gun at another person Wednesday night, …

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

2 days ago

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 …

Judge orders affidavit ballots from Oneida County counted in NY-22

3 days ago

The state judge overseeing the counting of contested ballots in the 22nd Congressional District election has ordered the counting of …

Dose shortage continues to plague area vaccine rollout

3 days ago

There are signs the post-holiday surge of new COVID-19 cases in Oneida County and across New York has subsided, but the vaccination …

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NEWS AROUND THE COUNTY

- State OKs $854M plan to update Marcy-to-Albany power transmission line
  
  Yesterday at 11:00 AM
  
  An $854 million upgrade of a 93-mile electric power transmission line from Marcy to Albany County has won approval from the New York State …
- Popular cider mill in Fly Creek to close
  
  Yesterday at 9:00 AM
  
  FLY CREEK — A longtime Otsego County tourist attraction, the Fly Creek Cider Mill & Orchard, owned and operated by the Michaels family for …
- Troopers urge pet buyers to be cautious of new puppy scam
  
  2 days ago
  
  The New York State Police have released tips and advice for buying pets after receiving multiple complaints of people scammed out of hundreds of …
- Genesis Group to hold virtual Legislative Forum on Friday
  
  2 days ago
  
  The 16th Annual (Virtual) Legislative Forum will be held at noon on Friday, Jan. 29. The event is hosted by The Genesis Group and the Chamber …
- Price Chopper/Market 32 raises over $73K for Salvation Army
  
  2 days ago
  
  Price Chopper/Market 32 raised more than $73,500 in donations raised during a campaign for The Salvation Army in December 2020, across all store …
- School district reviews post by teacher
  
  2 days ago
  
  The Rome school district is reviewing a situation with legal counsel and the state Education Department involving a district teacher’s social …
- Teen accused of pot possession following traffic stop
  
  2 days ago
  
  A felony amount of marijuana was found during a traffic stop on Fort Stanwix Park early Saturday morning, according to law enforcement …
- High speed chase ends with bevy of charges in Lewis County
  
  2 days ago
  
  TOWN OF WATSON — A Lewis County man is accused of leading law enforcements officers on a high speed chase through three towns Wednesday …
- Toddler and dog found wandering in South Rome
  
  2 days ago
  
  A 1-year-old boy and his loyal dog were found wandering on Ann Street in Rome on Thursday, according to law enforcement officials. Police said …
- Rome father accused of leaving children home alone
  
  2 days ago
  
  A father has been charged with leaving two young children home alone at Park Drive Manor II late Monday night, according to law enforcement …

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Oneida News

Oneida police report recent arrests

11 hours ago

CITY OF ONEIDA — The Oneida Police Department announced the following recent arrests: Julien L. Pomerleau, 64, of Oneida, was issued a criminal summons on Jan. 15 for second-degree harassment. …

Mobile COVID tests offered in Madison County

2 days ago

WAMPSVILLE — Madison County and SUNY Upstate Medical University will offer COVID-19 nasopharyngeal …
Concerns over flexibility, language on solar projects aired in Oneida

2 days ago

ONEIDA — City councilors heard from the public regarding large-scale solar energy projects. The city …
New Ward 2 councilor in Oneida wants to help create ‘positive change’

3 days ago

ONEIDA — Ward 2 Councilor Steve Laureti is looking to hit the ground running and do what he can for his …
Full slate of proposed legislation before Oneida council tonight

4 days ago

ONEIDA — A full slate of proposed legislation awaits the city’s Common Council, including four public …

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Man charged with mischief in domestic dispute

2 days ago

A 21-year-old man is accused of attacking his partner at Park Drive Manor II late Tuesday night, law enforcers said. Police said Myles L. Mathis got into an argument with his companion at their Park …

Rome Rotary joins shoe drive, seeks cleats for kids

2 days ago

The Rome Rotary Club is joining the New Hartford Club in the shoe drive to support Micro Enterprises in …
Three corrections officers injured in inmate attack

2 days ago

TOWN OF MARCY — Three corrections officers were injured in an attack by an inmate at the Marcy …
Cornell to help train state’s pioneering public health corps

2 days ago

ITHACA – Cornell University is partnering with the New York governor’s office and Northwell Health …
RFA grad in nation’s capital for business but misses out on inauguration

2 days ago

While on a business-related trip to the Washington, D.C. area this week, Rome Free Academy alumnus Nick …

Students invited to participate in oratory contest honoring MLK Jr.

2 days ago

If Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. were alive today, what would he say? Local middle school, high …
Punch to land man in city court, police say

3 days ago

A 29-year-old man was picked up on an arrest warrant for punching another man in the back of the …
Crash leads to drunk driving charge in Florence

3 days ago

TOWN OF FLORENCE — An Oswego County man was charged with drunken driving after law enforcement …
Herkimer County Community College adds psychology degree program

3 days ago

HERKIMER — Herkimer County Community College has added an associate of arts degree program in …

AP News

- Biden ordering stopgap help as talks start on big aid plan
  
  7 hours ago
  
  BALTIMORE (AP) — President Joe Biden took executive action Friday to speed a stopgap measure of financial relief to millions of Americans …
- Austin wins Senate confirmation as first Black defense chief
  
  7 hours ago
  
  WASHINGTON (AP) — Lloyd J. Austin, a West Point graduate who rose to the Army’s elite ranks and marched through racial barriers in a 41-year …
- Biden orders review of domestic extremism threat in U.S.
  
  7 hours ago
  
  WASHINGTON (AP) — President Joe Biden has directed his intelligence community to study the threat of domestic extremism in the United States, …
- Pelosi: Impeachment article goes to Senate Monday
  
  7 hours ago
  
  WASHINGTON (AP) — House Speaker Nancy Pelosi said Friday that she will send the article of impeachment against Donald Trump to the Senate on …
- Experts: Full doses of blood thinners help some virus patients
  
  7 hours ago
  
  WASHINGTON — New research finds full doses of blood thinners such as heparin can help moderately ill hospitalized COVID-19 patients avoid the …

James A. Van Buskirk

Yesterday at 12:00 PM

FORT MILL, SC — On Saturday, January 9, 2021, James (Jamie) Arnold Van Buskirk, loving husband and father of three, passed away at … Read More

Maryann (Gannon) McInerney

Yesterday at 12:00 PM

Maryann Gannon McInerney passed away peacefully at home on January 20, 2021. Maryann was born on February 28, 1933, in New Haven, … Read More

Linda J. (Iselo) Hale

Yesterday at 12:00 PM

Linda J. Hale, age 72, of Rome, passed away peacefully at home on January 12, 2021. Linda was born in Rome on June 8, 1948, to the … Read More

Richard F. DiBerardino

Yesterday at 12:00 PM

Richard F. DiBerardino, 62, of Rome, passed away Tuesday, January 19, 2021, at Rome Memorial Hospital. He was born in Rome, NY, on … Read More

Julie A. Bathke

2 days ago

Julie A. Bathke, 53, of Rome, NY, passed away unexpectedly January 15, 2021. She was born May 2, 1967, in Rome. She was the youngest … Read More

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Sports

Local Sports

Comets to begin eighth season with pair of road games

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UTICA — The Utica Comets will open their eighth regular season with a pair of road games on Friday, Feb. 5 and Saturday, Feb. 6, at Rochester Americans and Syracuse Crunch, respectively. The team, …

Sexton scores 25, Cavaliers beat Durant-less Nets 125-113

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CLEVELAND (AP) — Collin Sexton had 25 points and nine assists, Andre Drummond added 19 points and 16 …
Shorthanded Capitals beat Sabres 4-3 in home opener shootout

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WASHINGTON (AP) — Jakub Vrana had a goal and an assist, Vitek Vanecek made 24 saves through overtime …

Penguins rally past Rangers for 4-3 shootout victory

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PITTSBURGH (AP) — Kris Letang scored in the final round of a shootout to lift the Pittsburgh …
Women’s bubble hockey: NWHL season will be a two-week sprint

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(AP) — Tyler Tumminia has lost plenty of sleep trying to get the National Women’s Hockey League …

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Public Safety

- Man accused of shoplifting more than $200 worth of seafood from Price Chopper
  
  3 days ago
  
  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 …
- Snowmobiler feels fortunate to walk away from accident
  
  3 days ago
  
  WEST TURIN — Snowmobiler Nicholas Finn feels he is blessed to have walked away after an oncoming snowmobile crashed into his own in Lewis …
- Guard attacked by inmate, corrections union officials say
  
  4 days ago
  
  An inmate at the Mohawk Correctional Facility is accused of attacking a guard during a body frisk on Tuesday. The inmate, age 28, was in the …
- Man accused of contempt, harassment
  
  4 days ago
  
  A 27-year-old man is facing a felony charge following a domestic dispute at Park Drive Manor. Police said Frederick A. Gilmore, of George Place, …
- Diaper change dispute leads to charges, police say
  
  4 days ago
  
  An argument over a diaper change led to a physical attack at Park Drive Manor Wednesday evening, according to law enforcement officials. Police …

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Space heater blamed in fire that displaced two, destroyed home

4 days ago

Police investigate grilled animal

5 days ago

Utica man charged with rape

Saturday, January 16

SEVENDAY SENTINEL THIS WEEK:

Rudiak recognized in Alaska magazine

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LPGA Hall of Fame instructor McMahon named newest golf teaching pro at Turning Stone

Sunday, January 17
AJ Miller on the rise

Sunday, January 17

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Sentinel Cinema With Sean Ian Mills

‘Shadow in the Cloud’ is creative and enjoyable

Sunday, January 17

Remember that old “Twilight Zone” episode with the gremlin on the wing of the airplane? Or the old Bugs Bunny cartoon where he’s heckled by a gremlin in an old World War 2 bomber? Somebody has …

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Should people bother getting a flu shot?

Sunday, January 17

The social distancing and mask wearing protocol the public has adopted to thwart the spread of COVID-19 has prompted many to ask whether getting an annual flu shot is necessary this year. While …

Rounding Third ……

Sunday, January 17

AmeriCU Credit Union named a top mortgage lender

Sunday, January 17

Delaying cancer treatment amid COVID is creating a secondary public health crisis

Sunday, January 17

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BEMOREWESTMO by Ron Klopfanstein

The curious case of Rose Grimaldi and Carolann Cardone

Sunday, January 17

Two days after the storming of the Capitol in Washington, Patrick Lohmann, a reporter for Syracuse.com, wrote of political news closer to home — “700 votes were tossed in Oneida County. …

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Movie Reviews from Sean I. Mills

‘Wonder Woman 1984’ fails to impress

Sunday, January 10

Film review: ‘Soul’ will be enjoyed by many

Sunday, January 3
Boseman shines in final performance

Thursday, December 31, 2020
‘The Prom’ a fun, colorful, bombastic musical

Sunday, December 20, 2020

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Movie Reviews from Sean I. Mills

‘Wonder Woman 1984’ fails to impress

Sunday, January 10

Film review: ‘Soul’ will be enjoyed by many

Sunday, January 3
Boseman shines in final performance

Thursday, December 31, 2020
‘The Prom’ a fun, colorful, bombastic musical

Sunday, December 20, 2020

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Opinion

Our Opinion

- Political theft
  
  4 days ago
  
  Corporate media dutifully reported House Speaker Nancy Pelosi’s Articles of Impeachment accusing President Donald Trump of “willfully …
- Donating blood is a critical act
  
  Saturday, January 16
  
  With the holiday season over, and we all find ourselves with maybe a bit more time on our hands, it’s time to think of how we can give back to …
- Thoughts on small kindnesses
  
  Wednesday, January 6
  
  More than 50 years ago, we collaborated with a few other teenagers to build a three-point suspension hydroplane out of nothing but plywood, …

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Letters to the Editor

- National Mentoring Month stresses importance of helping kids
  
  11 hours ago
  
  January traditionally is designated as National Mentoring Month, a time when we raise public awareness of the long-lasting benefits of …
- What members of Congress are productive?
  
  2 days ago
  
  Productivity is “...getting important things done consistently.” I marvel, for example, how “productive” my mechanic is for keeping my …
- Here we go again
  
  3 days ago
  
  Here we go again. A waste of taxpayers dollars again. An impeachment of a man who won’t even be in office another week. I think the Democrats …

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Points of Pride

- Special care for injured owl
  
  Tuesday, January 12
  
  Amanda King says it was the discovery of a lifetime earlier this month when she found an injured barred owl in the road and scooped him up to …
- Kudos to volunteers of local ‘blue jeans for homeless’ effort
  
  Tuesday, January 5
  
  Blue jeans. They are a ubiquitous fashion statement — with virtually “everybody” having several pairs in their wardrobe. Most even have a …
- Another step in battle against pandemic
  
  Tuesday, December 29, 2020
  
  It was good news that members of the Rome Memorial Hospital staff and administration began receiving their first doses of COVID-19 vaccinations …

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Weddings and Engagements

Haskell — Pratt

Thursday, December 3, 2020

Jason C. Pratt and Kristina L. Haskell were married on Sunday, Oct. 4, 2020, at St. Joseph’s Catholic Church in Lee Center. The bride, daughter of Lauri Haskell and Ray Ervin, of Rome, was escorted …

Davis — Coia

Thursday, December 3, 2020

LTJG Kyle K. Coia, U.S. Navy, and LTJG Cassandra M. Davis, U.S Navy, were married on Saturday, Aug. 1, 2020 at The Church of Jesus Savior, Newport, R.I. The bride is the daughter of CDR Eric Davis, …

Marriage licenses — Dec. 6, 2020

Thursday, December 3, 2020

Aquilino W. Kolasz Jr. and Amanda L. Cortese, both of Rome. Josue Campos Camacho, of La Tigra, Costa Rica, and Archana Nayak, of Westmoreland. Jonathan W. St. Dennis and Hannah M. Allen, both of …

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Advancements & Graduations

- Army National Guard announces promotions
  
  11 hours ago
  
  LATHAM — Maj. Gen. Ray Shields, the adjutant general for New York, has announced the promotion of members of the New York Army National Guard …
- Military promotion
  
  2 days ago
- Siena College lauds area scholars on president’s list
  
  2 days ago
  
  LOUDONVILLE — Siena College has named several local students to the college’s president’s and dean’s lists for the fall 2020 semester. …
- Trio on dean’s list at University of Utah
  
  2 days ago
  
  SALT LAKE CITY, Utah — The University of Utah has announced that three local students are among the more than 9,700 students who were named …
- SUNY Canton lauds several local students for academic excellence
  
  3 days ago
  
  CANTON — State University of New York at Canton President Zvi Szafran has recognized students named to the college’s president’s and …

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Living

Zoom fantasy adventure — Dragons: Return of the Ice Sorceress will be available 2 p.m. Sunday, Jan. 24, through Unity Hall.

Unity Hall offers free Zoom children’s program

2 days ago

BARNEVELD — Unity Hall and Talewise ScienceTellers will present, Dragons: Return of the Ice Sorceress — an entertaining and educational Zoom event at 2 p.m. Sunday, Jan. 24. Free Zoom …

Senior living community provides tech to help tenants avoid isolation

3 days ago

The Community at Sunset Wood in Utica and The Community Foundation of Herkimer and Oneida Counties have …
Living with Alzheimer’s for Caregivers program Feb. 2

3 days ago

The Alzheimer’s Association, Central New York Chapter will present an eight-part education program in …
MVHS names director of materials management

3 days ago

Michael C. Fegley has been named director of Materials Management at the Mohawk Valley Health System …
Virtual lecture on Henry DiSpirito Jan. 27

3 days ago

Oneida County History Center will host a free virtual lecture by Ashley Hopkins-Benton that will explore …

Syracuse Stage announces remainder of virtual season

3 days ago

SYRACUSE — Syracuse Stage announced adjustments to the schedule for the remainder of the 2020-21 …
Renowned New York Times art critic joins PrattMWP series

3 days ago

The PrattMWP College of Art and Design Easton Pribble Virtual Lecture Series will present Holland …
Fair Trade Shop closed in Clinton

Saturday, January 16

CLINTON — The Fair Trade Shop at Stone Presbyterian Church, 8 S. Park Row, is closed temporarily …

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Health

Kinney Drugs to offer vaccine for those age 75 and older

Tuesday, January 12

This week, all New York Kinney pharmacies will receive initial doses of the Moderna COVID-19 vaccine to administer to those age 75 and older only. Appointments will be available at all Kinney …

American Heart Association awards $300,000 to Masonic Medical Research Institute

Tuesday, January 5

Is there a link between cardiac abnormalities and autism? That’s what Dr. Maria Kontaridis, executive …
MVHS names director of pharmacy

Tuesday, December 29, 2020

Christopher Houle has been named director of Pharmacy at the Mohawk Valley Health System (MVHS). Prior to …

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Seniors

- Alzheimer’s Association announces virtual meetings for 2021
  
  Monday, December 14, 2020
  
  Based on the guidance from local public health agencies, free education programs offered by the Alzheimer’s Association, Central New York …
- ‘Holiday Helpers’ connects residents of extended care facility with ‘secret Santas’
  
  Wednesday, December 9, 2020
  
  ONEIDA — Oneida Health Extended Care Facility, in conjunction with the Oneida Health Foundation, started a new program called, “Holiday …
- Celebrating 55 years
  
  Tuesday, December 8, 2020
  
  Mr. and Mrs. Mickey Occhipinti, of Rome, celebrated their 55th wedding anniversary on Friday, Dec. 4, 2020. Occhipinti and the former Arlene …

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Arts & Learning

New York Times art critic featured in virtual series

Wednesday, January 13

The PrattMWP College of Art in Utica and Design Easton Pribble Virtual Lecture Series will present Holland Cotter, co-chief art critic for the New York Times, at 10:30 a.m. Tuesday, Jan. 26. For more …

View’s Virtual Concert Series features Sharpe Family Singers

Wednesday, January 13

OLD FORGE — A Broadway musical love affair featuring the married stars of Les Misérables and their …
Artists sought for Central Adirondack Art Show

Wednesday, January 13

OLD FORGE — View, the Center for Arts and Culture at 3273 Route 28, is calling for artists to submit …

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Entertainment

Players Theatre at Home presents ‘Dearly Departed’ this weekend

Thursday, January 14

Players Theatre At Home will bring audiences its first full-length online play — the outrageous comedy, “Dearly Departed.” Directed by Art Felshaw, the play takes place in the Baptist backwoods …

The Dust Devil Band performs virtual concert

Thursday, December 31, 2020

BARNEVELD — Unity Hall is inviting local residents to come celebrate the new year in a COVID-safe way …
Cinema screen black comedy ‘Promising Young Woman’

Thursday, December 31, 2020

Cinema Capitol, 230 W. Dominick St., will present the black comedy “Promising Young Woman” on select …

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Home

Rome UMC suspends Food $en$e orders

Thursday, November 19, 2020

First United Methodist Church, 400 N. George St., has temporarily suspended their Food $en$e program. Participants who have placed orders for November can still pick-up their food at the church …

The Dust Devil Band performs virtual concert

Thursday, December 31, 2020

BARNEVELD — Unity Hall is inviting local residents to come celebrate the new year in a COVID-safe way …
Cinema screen black comedy ‘Promising Young Woman’

Thursday, December 31, 2020

Cinema Capitol, 230 W. Dominick St., will present the black comedy “Promising Young Woman” on select …

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Religion

What are you dealing with?

Saturday, January 9

It is a well-known feature of Google. Start typing in a search, and Google offers suggestions before you have finished typing. These suggestions are based on popularity (most common searches), your …

Happy New Year! Light or dark — it’s your choice

Saturday, January 2

Philippians 3:13-14 “Brothers and sisters, I do not consider myself yet to have taken hold of it. But …
Finding peace this COVID Christmas season

Saturday, December 26, 2020

We live in stories. Stories are the language of our world. Stories are the most powerful form of …

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