Utica's finest were honored today at the 87th Annual Utica Police Department Awards Ceremony at the Radisson Hotel in downtown Utica. Several officers from other police agencies were recognized as well. It was a great morning filled with stories of bravery, heroism, and selflessness.
New York State Police Troop D in Marcy has a new commanding officer.
Major Francis Coots has been promoted to the post after serving as Captain and Zone 1 Commander in Marcy since 2005.
Coots' command now covers 7 counties in Upstate New York including Herkimer, Oneida, Jefferson, Lewis, Madison, Onondaga and Oswego Counties...