I was born and raised right here in Central New York where I graduated from Ilion High School. In my free time I love to explore the Adirondacks while kayaking and camping every spring/summer. I also love sports including the Dallas Cowboys, the New York Yankees and the New York Knicks. Since Utica brought the Comets back in 2013 I've enjoyed getting more into hockey as well! Since 2012 I have not cut my hair so I will eventually be able to make a donation to an organization that makes wigs for children suffering from hair loss due to illness. I am also one of the biggest Simpsons and Back to the Future fans you will meet! Go Pioneers! Go Comets!
Luke Austin
New Hartford Police Seek Identity Of Larceny Suspect
New Hartford Police are asking for your help identifying a suspect wanted in connection with a theft of DeWalt power tools at Lowe's.
AQE Report Shows Area Schools Owed $50 Million From NY State
A new report from the Alliance for Quality education shows school districts in the Mohawk Valley have been shortchanged by the state's Foundation Aid Formula by almost $50 million.
Sen. Griffo Secures $30,000 In Funding For YWCA Mohawk Valley
The YWCA Mohawk Valley will be getting $30,000 in state funding for its New Horizons program.
Utica College Hosts Annual Banned Book Read-In
This week is National Banned Book Week, and Utica College is celebrating by holding their 25th annual Banned Book Read-in Wednesday afternoon.
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Power Outage Affects South Utica And Surrounding Areas
National Grid is reporting a power outage in the Villages of New Hartford and New York Mills as well as South Utica.
Rome Police Investigating ‘Distraction’ Burglary
Rome Police are investigating a distraction burglary that happened on September 19.
Upcoming Recycling Event In Rome Expands To Collect More Items
Senator Joe Griffo is once again hosting a free e-waste recycling event where you can dispose of your old electronics, confidential documents, expired medication and more.
Community Business Expo At MVCC
The third annual Community Business Expo is underway at MVCC's Jorgensen Center.
Individual Comets Game Tickets Go On Sale October 1
The Utica Comets have announced that individual game tickets for their fourth season will be on sale beginning Saturday October 1, at the Aud box office and online.