Former Utica Mayor David Roefaro is blasting the federal government for what he calls 'horrible' cuts to the Special Olympics program. Roefaro is specifically targeting Education Secretary, Betsy DeVos, who he says, "is once again taking a hacksaw to a program that has given people with special needs the chance to shine."
Amid allegations of corruption and back room deals, term limit extension passes Utica council by tight 5-4 vote. Former mayors Julian, Roefaro weigh in.
Albany, NY (WIBX) - The New York State Public Service Commission (PSC) has ordered National Grid to lower the price they charge for electricity delivery, effective next month.
According to the power provider, the typical residential customer bill will be 6% lower overall, assuming equal usage. Sma...
Utica, NY (WIBX) - On the heels of the news that a convicted rapist living in Utica has gone missing, Utica Mayor David Roefaro wants the state Division of Criminal Justice Services to oversee a plan to track the most dangerous sex offenders for life.
Utica, NY (WIBX) - Standing at the front of the crowded ballroom of Utica's Radisson Hotel, Mayor David Roefaro became emotional while addressing the many successes of his latest term as the city's Mayor.
Roefaro said that some of his greatest triumphs were his attempts to make the city safer...