Andrew Derminio
Rome Clothing Retailer is Set to Close Permanently After Company Files for Bankruptcy
In an era where Amazon reigns supreme, brick and mortar stores are closing more and more every day. That is the case for one clothing store in Rome, New York.
Local Art Studio Getting Big Bucks to Revamp Dance Studio
Who says the arts are dead? Whether it be visual art or performance art there is a continual growth in interest by young people and beyond to explore avenues to express themselves. One local art gallery is getting a huge final boost to do renovations to a very specific space in their building.
Watch Out for Slow-Moving Tractors in Oneida County as Growing Season Begins
There are many things that Oneida County is known for, but one of the most major industries here is farming. We can't eat or really live without our farmers and we owe them a great deal of gratitude and respect. That means respecting them as they move from field to field to get the job done.
Utica Mayor Sets the Record Straight on Pride Flag Controversy
The newly elected Mayor of Utica in his first year so far has taken a lot of beatings when it comes to policy changes and decisions he's had to make. Most notably a 14% city tax rate increase. Now, there are some calling him a "bigot" due to a policy that will prohibit a pride flag being flown during the month of June, or Pride Month.
Police Involved Shooting Being Investigated by State Police in Central New York
The job of a law enforcement officer has never been more dangerous or scary. We're in a time when support for police is low, threats against them and their families are high and the risk of safety is even higher. Every traffic stop and call to respond to a scene has become more and more uncertain.
You Will Be Shocked at the Minimum Age to Operate an ATV in New York
One of the biggest and best toys people with a lot of land like to enjoy is an All Terrain Vehicle, or ATV. They are a blast whether you're ripping through a field, the woods or trails. You can take them up mountains or through the mud. But, how old can you be to operate a 4-wheeler as they're also called?
Leader of Local Animal Shelter Recounts Horrific Scene on New Berlin Pig Farm
The leader of a local animal shelter and rescue is still tired after a long weekend assisting the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation with the seizure of over 100 animals from a farm in Upstate New York.
Oneida County Sheriff’s Office Participating in ‘No Empty Chair’ Campaign
One of the leading causes of death for young people in high school and college is fatal driving related accidents. The causes of these accidents vary, but the Oneida County Sheriff's Office and other local law enforcement agencies are working together to make sure accidents like this never happen.
Utica Man Arrested for Inappropriate Contact with 13-Year-Old Girl
Less than a week after Oneida County officials gathered to shed light on their battle with child abuse in our community, the Oneida County Sheriff's Office announced the arrest of a Utica man for inappropriate contact with a young girl.
North Utica Smoke Shop Sells Top Prize Winning ‘Take 5′ Ticket
A Utica resident has a whole lot more money in their pocket following a winning 'Take 5' lottery prize. The New York Lottery announced that a winning ticket was sold Friday at a smoke shop in North Utica.