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Voters in both the Rome City School District and West Canada Valley Central School District approved revised budgets Tuesday after rejecting earlier proposals last month.

Herkimer voters elected a new mayor Tuesday night, choosing former Police Chief Michael J. Jory to lead the village.

One of the most surprising election results in recent local memory unfolded Tuesday night in Ilion, where a write in candidate defeated the sitting mayor.

Delta Lake State Park beach has been temporarily closed due to a harmful algal bloom. Officials say the blooms can produce toxins that may cause skin irritation, stomach illness, or respiratory issues.

Before you host your next backyard barbecue or take a hike, check your garden. This easy, budget-friendly herb acts as a powerful, chemical-free shield to keep aggressive ticks away from your family all summer long.

Rome, New York is set to welcome a new semi-professional hockey franchise beginning Fall 2026. The team will compete in the American Premier Hockey League and play at John F. Kennedy Arena.

New York’s 2026 STAR property tax relief payments are now being issued statewide on a rolling schedule. Residents can track their payment timing using the state’s STAR lookup tool.

The Great New York State Fair is offering $6 single-day admission tickets during a limited-time sale June 18–22. Here’s your chance to save before regular pricing kicks in and start planning your summer visit.

Firefighters responded to a blaze at the Saratoga Harness Track, shutting down Nelson Avenue for hours. Racing has been canceled, and officials have not yet said whether any horses or people were injured.

Saratoga Race Course has announced its 2026 giveaway lineup. See when fans can get free jerseys, cowboy hats, plush horses, lawn jockey statues, tumblers and more this summer.

SNAP benefits can be used at many Central New York farmers markets. Some shoppers may even qualify for extra food dollars through special programs.

New York is home to dozens of fascinating shipwrecks hidden beneath its lakes and rivers. From Lake Ontario to the St. Lawrence River, divers and history lovers can explore centuries-old vessels resting on the lakebed.