New Hartford not returning money to developers Nov 21, 2009
Your browser either has JavaScript disabled, or does not support it. Officials find uses for unused funds. (Utica NY Obserer, NY)
Mayor Roefaro to welcome Disney's niece Nov 21, 2009
Abigail Disney, niece of entertainment legend Walt Disney, will visit Utica today for a private 1:30 p.m. screening of her award-winning documentary Pray the Devil Back to Hell ... Attendance for all three events is $20, with proceeds to benefit Utica's City of Refuge Model Project. (Utica NY Obserer, NY)
UC gridders head to all-star games Nov 21, 2009
Utica College senior football players Eric Kahl, Cody Elliot and Pete Vanno have been invited to play in Division III all-star games, and the Pioneer offensive coaching staff will be part of one of them, as well ... To have one of our players representing Utica College and the entire country on an international stage is phenomenal, Faggiano said. (Utica NY Obserer, NY)
Police probe armed robbery at credit union Nov 21, 2009
WILLIAM P. CANNON / Observer-Dispatch WILLIAM P. CANNON / Observer-Dispatch Utica police investigate a robbery Friday, Nov. 20, 2009, at the Telephone Employees Credit Union on Genesee Street ... A masked man escaped from the 2812 Genesee St. Utica District Telephone Employees Federal Credit Union at about 2:50 p.m. with a sum of money police declined to disclose ... More than 10 marked and unmarked Utica police vehicles were at the scene. (Utica NY Obserer, NY)
Expert: 46% tax increase rare Nov 20, 2009
Your browser either has JavaScript disabled, or does not support it. Tyksinski vows to cut costs in New Hartford. (Utica NY Obserer, NY)
Colleges combating H1N1 with vaccines, isolation Nov 20, 2009
Your browser either has JavaScript disabled, or does not support it. Those younger than 25 particularly susceptible. (Utica NY Obserer, NY)
County charter commission close to completing report Nov 20, 2009
Extend county districts in the city of Utica into neighboring municipalities as part of the reapportionment. Legislator Edward Welsh, R-Utica, who also is a commission member, said the change to Utica districts would begin to eliminate the psychological walls among communities that make people wary of consolidation efforts. (Utica NY Obserer, NY)
Fugitive from Florida caught in Utica Nov 20, 2009
A man wanted in Florida for allegedly sexually assaulting a child younger than 12 has been caught in Utica, according to the U.S. Marshals Service NY/NJ Regional Fugitive Task Force. Artis James Kendrick, 47, was arrested and charged as a fugitive from justice after he was caught at about 10 a.m. today hiding in the attic crawl space at 1206 Albany St. in Utica, marshals said ... Kendrick was arraigned in Utica City Court and will remain in custody pending his extradition back to Florida to... (Utica NY Obserer, NY)
Grace Church leader 'will be sorely missed' Nov 20, 2009
DAVE LONDRES / Observer-Dispatch The Rev. John A. Wingert speaks during the funeral of the Very Reverend James M Jensen at Grace Church in Utica, Thursday, November 19, 2009. By COURTNEY POTTS Observer-Dispatch Posted Nov 19, 2009 @ 10:02 PM Last update Nov 19, 2009 @ 10:53 PM. (Utica NY Obserer, NY)
2 arrested after Utica robbery Nov 20, 2009
Two city men robbed a man in the area of Steuben and Eagle streets Wednesday, Utica police said today. Jason Belton, 29, and Richard Harrison, 21, were charged with felony second-degree robbery, police said. (Utica NY Obserer, NY)
New DWI laws send 'very strong message' Nov 19, 2009
Your browser either has JavaScript disabled, or does not support it. New DWI laws send 'very strong message. (Utica NY Obserer, NY)
Oriskany Falls man dies in hunting accident Nov 19, 2009
Your browser either has JavaScript disabled, or does not support it. WILLIAM P. CANNON / Observer-Dispatch Emergency personnel drive across a field Wednesday, Nov. 18, 2009, near where a hunter was reportedly killed. (Utica NY Obserer, NY)
From Iraq to New York City: Marathon success for area veteran Nov 19, 2009
A member of the Freedom Team of Wounded Warriors, part of Achilles, he hopes the Utica Boilermaker and other races eventually will allow hand cycles in the race. People out there need a boost in life, he said. (Utica NY Obserer, NY)
Downtown steakhouse has doors locked, assets frozen Nov 19, 2009
Formerly known as 257 Steakhouse & Saloon, it closed in July 2007 after nearly a decade in downtown Utica. The restaurant is adjacent to the Stanley Performing Arts Center, which recently reopened after undergoing a $20 million renovation project in an effort to attract bigger shows. (Utica NY Obserer, NY)
Herkimer Co. budget created with new jail in mind Nov 19, 2009
Your browser either has JavaScript disabled, or does not support it. Wallace: Finances must be stable to borrow. (Utica NY Obserer, NY)
County hot line to provide flu info 24/7 Nov 18, 2009
UTICA The Oneida County Health Department will offer its next H1N1 vaccination clinic from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday at the Mohawk Valley Community College Alumni College Center ... Utica resident Brenda Colon said she decided to attend the clinic after the Health Department announced the deaths of two healthy individuals from the disease last week. (Utica NY Obserer, NY)
Showcasing city's unique flavor Nov 18, 2009
Utica Day' at St. Elizabeth Medical Center ... DAVE LONDRES / Observer-Dispatch Sylvia Gelfuso, left, serves up some chicken riggies for Registered Nurse Erin Jones in the St. Elizabeth Medical Center cafeteria during "Utica Day", Tuesday, November 17, 2009 ... The St. Elizabeth Medical Center Food Service Department on Tuesday served meals created in or associated with the city to about 800 people during Utica Day. (Utica NY Obserer, NY)
Preswick Glen's overdue tax bill: $843,006 Nov 18, 2009
Your browser either has JavaScript disabled, or does not support it. Picente says lack of revenue hurts county. (Utica NY Obserer, NY)
State police car reportedly involved in crash Nov 18, 2009
Your browser either has JavaScript disabled, or does not support it. Observer-Dispatch Posted Nov 17, 2009 @ 10:20 PM Last update Nov 17, 2009 @ 11:07 PM. (Utica NY Obserer, NY)
Cornhill groups push for block grant dollars Nov 18, 2009
Funds from Utica s 2008-09 Community Development Block Grant were divided as follows ... They included the likes of Kay Lanaux, chairwoman of the NIA Group of Utica Inc., who said her organization needs the money to begin a business incubator for minorities and women, a multicultural art and history museum dedicated to the city's adversity and youth, child and senior programs ... Mary Hayes Gordon, assistant director of Young Scholars LPP at Utica College, and two former students who were in the... (Utica NY Obserer, NY)
Uticas Mejias to enter rings in Rochester and Pennsylvania Nov 18, 2009
Uticas Mejias to enter rings in Rochester and Pennsylvania - Utica, NY - The Observer-Dispatch ... Uticas Mejias to enter rings in Rochester and Pennsylvania ... Utica super middleweight Andy Mejias has two bouts coming up in the next two weeks. (Utica NY Obserer, NY)
No place to hang their skates: Roller derby league looking for permanent home Nov 18, 2009
DAVE LONDRES / Observer-Dispatch Members of the Central New York Roller Derby League practice Tuesday night at the Utica Center for Development (formerly the YMCA) in downtown Utica ... League chairwoman Heather Espe said the team has found a temporary spot in the gym at the Utica Center for Development, the former YMCA in downtown Utica ... Question: Why can t the Utica Center for Development be a permanent home for the league. (Utica NY Obserer, NY)
County, towns reach deal on price of plowing Nov 17, 2009
Your browser either has JavaScript disabled, or does not support it. Most agree to care for county roads in winter. (Utica NY Obserer, NY)
H1N1 clinics scheduled for this week Nov 17, 2009
Children: 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday at the Mohawk Valley Community College Alumni College Center on the Utica campus. This clinic is only for children 6 months to 18 years old. (Utica NY Obserer, NY)
Championship merger: Notre Dame singles players unite for doubles title Nov 17, 2009
Your browser either has JavaScript disabled, or does not support it. MICHAEL LAPOLLA / Observer-Dispatch Notre Dame tennis player Jessica Buckley. (Utica NY Obserer, NY)
Installazione di Carlo Bernardini a Palazzo Litta, Milano - 18 Novembre, ore 19.00 Nov 17, 2009
Dal 1996 opera con la fibra ottica con cui ha realizzato grandi installazioni ambientali esterne in fibre ottiche, e sculture pubbliche permanenti in acciaio inox e fibre ottiche in diverse citt italiane, tra cui a Reggio Emilia ai Chiostri di S.Domenico in occasione della mostra 2000 Anni Luce, a Padova nel 2000 al Palazzo della Ragione per Accordi di Luce, nel 2002 a Sculpture Space, Utica - New York e a Bangkok alla Nacional Gallery of Contemporary Art, lanno seguente le grandi sculture... (AbsoluteArts.com)
Paul's Big M to donate portion of holiday grocery proceeds Nov 17, 2009
The supermarket, located in the former New York Central Train Station at the corner of Utica and West First streets, has served the community since 1954. Although this is the first year for Thursday s community event, as Manwaring called it, Paul s Big M has established a year-round reputation for generous community support in the form of food, money or matching donations. (Oswego Palladium-Times, NY)
Good Sports: Field hockey success surreal for Continentals Nov 17, 2009
Contact Fran Perritano at fperrita@uticaod. com. (Utica NY Obserer, NY)
Embassy officials: Polish princess headed for Utica is a fake Nov 17, 2009
If you had hopes of being knighted by the Polish princess thought to be headed to Utica, you may end up disappointed. Diana Lenska, who claimed to be descendent of Polish royalty and recently co-purchased a Genesee Street property, is a fake, according to the. (Utica NY Obserer, NY)
Sheriffs Office: Driver doesnt appear at fault in fatal accident Nov 17, 2009
Sheriffs Office: Driver doesnt appear at fault in fatal accident - Utica, NY - The Observer-Dispatch. Your browser either has JavaScript disabled, or does not support it. (Utica NY Obserer, NY)
The Young Pro Nov 16, 2009
Thursday, January 1, 2009 2:28 PM EST. Harkins is The Citizen's innovation coordinator, an active member of the IGNITE young professionals group in Cayuga County and is always happy to hear from fellow young pros. (Auburn Citizen, NY)
'Father Jensen loved being a priest' Nov 16, 2009
Father Jensen loved being a priest' - Utica, NY - The Observer-Dispatch ... O-D file photo Reverend James Jensen speaks during a Christmas Eve service at Grace Church on Elizabeth Street in Utica, Wednesday, December 24, 2008. (Utica NY Obserer, NY)
Utica police: Man stabbed in leg Nov 16, 2009
A man was stabbed in the leg around 8:30 p.m. Sunday, according to the Utica Police Department. The incident happened in the 900 block of Lenox Ave, police said. (Utica NY Obserer, NY)
Retired maintenance foreman still working for Utica schools Nov 16, 2009
After the Utica Board of Education approved Delia s retirement, it never voted to rehire him. And Board Vice President Louis LaPolla said that doesn t sit well with him. (Utica NY Obserer, NY)
Public Eye: Vacant gas station in Marcy Nov 16, 2009
If something is broken or neglected in your neighborhood, tip off Public Eye by sending an e-mail with a thorough description of the problem to infocenter@uticaod ... Letters also can be sent to Public Eye, Observer-Dispatch, 221 Oriskany Plaza, Utica, NY 13501. (Utica NY Obserer, NY)
Utica police grant comes with baggage Nov 16, 2009
The grant, applied for and obtained by the Utica Police Department, must be passed through a majority vote by the city s Common Council ... Two years ago, Utica police Officer Thomas Lindsey was shot to death on Neilson Street in Cornhill, and Officer Dzenan Sabanovic was attacked by three teens on James Street ... Then-mayoral candidate Roefaro made improving public safety the centerpiece of his successful campaign, a theme that resonated with voters when two men were shot to death in West... (Utica NY Obserer, NY)
Oswego State men's hockey team edges Utica, 3-2 (65) Nov 16, 2009
Oswego State men's hockey team edges Utica, 3-2 ... Published: Saturday, November 14, 2009 10:09 PM EST OSWEGO - After scoring the first three goals of the game, the Oswego State men's hockey team held on for a 3-2 victory over Utica on Saturday before 2,579 fans at Campus Center Ice Arena ... Only some key stops by senior netminder Kyle Gunn-Taylor (21 saves) kept Utica off the board. (Oswego Palladium-Times, NY)
Family, canine companion mourn woman's death Nov 15, 2009
When Jones failed to return to her West Utica home on Harper Street, Kyle knew he had lost someone very important to him, Jones sister-in-law Judi Quesnelle said Saturday ... Calling hours for Linda Marie Jones will take place from 10 a.m. to noon Monday at Heintz Funeral Home on Whitesboro Street in Utica ... It will be followed by a 1 p.m. funeral Mass at St. Joseph & St. Patrick Church in Utica. (Utica NY Obserer, NY)
Are local nonprofits in danger due to economy? Nov 15, 2009
- Utica, NY - The Observer-Dispatch ... DAVE LONDRES / Observer-Dispatch Docent Tom Brown feeds Thelma the kinkajou a banana in her enclosure at the Utica Zoo, Wednesday, November 4, 2009 ... If Oneida County completely closed the book on its funding of libraries, the Utica Zoo and other nonprofits, taxpayers immediately would be relieved of a nearly $1. (Utica NY Obserer, NY)
Who will pay for the Route 840 intersection? Nov 15, 2009
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Flow of money from Albany likely to ebb Nov 15, 2009
Funding has already been cut from many nonprofits, even as the need for services in the Utica area grows amid the difficult economy ... The county recently stopped giving $10,000 annually to the Community Food Bank of Greater Utica. (Utica NY Obserer, NY)
Blindfolds don't block vision of annual fundraiser Nov 15, 2009
Walas was with his wife, Lynn Walas, who works at Eye Associates of Utica. It gives me the chance to know what my patients go through every day, Walas said. (Utica NY Obserer, NY)
Children meet ballerinas at Fairy Fantasy Nov 15, 2009
Local children got a chance to meet real ballerinas Saturday afternoon - packing the Radisson Hotel-Utica Centre ballroom and catching a little bit of the early holiday spirit in the process. The annual drew about 200 attendees. (Utica NY Obserer, NY)
Flames give Old Glory an honorable end Nov 15, 2009
Flames give Old Glory an honorable end - Utica, NY - The Observer-Dispatch ... I m proud to be an American, and to me that says that they don t believe in the American way, and I think it s very disrespectful to our country, said Mike Cavanaugh, a captain of the Utica American Legion Post 229 Color Guard ... Twenty-seven uniformed Utica students attended the event to help them understand America s patriotism and freedoms, said Donald Beyer, a naval science instructor for Proctor s ROTC... (Utica NY Obserer, NY)
Latest flu deaths unique Nov 14, 2009
Latest flu deaths unique - Utica, NY - The Observer-Dispatch ... At St. Elizabeth Medical Center in Utica, volume was up 30 percent during the first week of this month, said Catherine Hanover, the medical center s vice president of marketing, public relations and government affairs, in a statement. (Utica NY Obserer, NY)
Abrupt end for Bulldogs: Previously unbeaten Westmoreland falls to Groton Nov 14, 2009
Your browser either has JavaScript disabled, or does not support it. DAVE LONDRES / Observer-Dispatch Westmoreland's Cody Matt looks toward the sky from the sideline during his team's playoff loss to Groton Friday at Union-Endicott High School's Ty Cobb field. (Utica NY Obserer, NY)
City officials: Genesee St. mansion sold to Polish princess Nov 14, 2009
MICHAEL LAPOLLA / Observer-Dispatch 294 Genesee Street, Thursday, November 12, 2009, Utica ... Is a Polish princess headed for Utica ... Jeff Karas, president of the Polish Community Club on Columbia Street, said he had never heard of Lenska or her plans in Utica. (Utica NY Obserer, NY)
Pioneers pour it on in 12-1 win Nov 14, 2009
MICHAEL LAPOLLA / Observer-Dispatch Utica Colleges Russell Anderson, left, takes a shot on goal while Western New Englands Spencer Shumway and goalie Justin Richards defend during their game Friday night at the Utica Memorial Auditorium. Utica College won 12-1 ... He and his Utica College teammates certainly did. (Utica NY Obserer, NY)
New license plates becoming firestorm across state Nov 14, 2009
New license plates becoming firestorm across state - Utica, NY - The Observer-Dispatch ... Utican Karen McBride said residents are fed up with the state finding various ways to take money from them ... Utican Richard Stover said he can t afford any more fees. (Utica NY Obserer, NY)
Camden-RFAs special connection: Devils field hockey coach played for Rome coach Nov 13, 2009
Camden-RFAs special connection: Devils field hockey coach played for Rome coach - Utica, NY - The Observer-Dispatch. Your browser either has JavaScript disabled, or does not support it. (Utica NY Obserer, NY)
H1N1 flu clinics offered in Madison Co. Nov 13, 2009
Your browser either has JavaScript disabled, or does not support it. Observer-Dispatch Posted Nov 12, 2009 @ 07:26 PM. (Utica NY Obserer, NY)
3 injured in Arterial crash; traffic delayed Nov 13, 2009
Utica police and firefighters are at the scene. Traffic is backed up in the area. (Utica NY Obserer, NY)
Utica Master Plan expected by spring Nov 13, 2009
MICHAEL LAPOLLA / Observer-Dispatch People walk down the sidewalk on Genesee Street, Thursday, November 12, 2009, Utica ... The Utica Master Plan will be the result of a series of neighborhood and steering committee meetings in which suggestions for the city s future have been gathered ... Meetings thus far have been held in every neighborhood of the city except North Utica, where one is forthcoming. (Utica NY Obserer, NY)
County taxes going up 2.2% Nov 13, 2009
2% - Utica, NY - The Observer-Dispatch ... Yes: Frank Puma, D-Rome; Norman Leach, R-Camden; Michael Waterman, R-Camden; Les Porter, R-Remsen; Richard Flisnik, R-Marcy; David Wilcox, R-Holland Patent; George Joseph, R-Westmoreland; Michael Clancy, D-Verona; William Goodman, D-Whitesboro; Michael Damsky, R-New Hartford; James D Onofrio, R-New Hartford; Brian Miller, R-New Hartford; Brian Mandryck, R-Lee; Chad Davis, D-Clinton; Stephen Roefaro, R-Utica; Gerald Fiorini, R-Rome; Edward Welsh,... (Utica NY Obserer, NY)
College football notebook: Injured Orange hope to heal against struggling Louisville Nov 13, 2009
Utica College Utica College travels to Alfred (1 p.m.) to try to knock the 7-1 Saxons out of contention for the Empire 8 title, but Pioneers coach Blaise Faggiano is more concerned with his team ... Contact John Pitarresi at jpitarresi@uticaod. (Utica NY Obserer, NY)
Former HSBC bank building has new owners Nov 13, 2009
The HSBC building, located just across Columbia Street from the Radisson Hotel-Utica Centre, once belonged to Marine Midland but was purchased by the Mohawk Valley Chamber of Commerce in 1998. The bank, which changed its name to HSBC, continued leasing space there for several years. (Utica NY Obserer, NY)
Benefit planned for Longo children Nov 13, 2009
Joseph Longo Jr., a Utica police investigator, killed his wife, Kristin, before fatally slashing himself in the second floor of their home, authorities have said ... She later worked as a nurse at Kernan Elementary School in the Utica City School District. (Utica NY Obserer, NY)
WORD SOUP: Fetch that bomb Rover! Nov 13, 2009
- Utica, NY - The Observer-Dispatch ... Dear Readers: Uticaod ... Thanks for playing and thank you for reading Uticaod. (Utica NY Obserer, NY)
Lawsuit: Alcohol illegal at casino Nov 12, 2009
UTICA -- Three restaurant-owner associations have sued the State Liquor Authority, claiming it illegally granted alcohol catering permits for the Indian-owned Turning Stone Casino and Resort. The associations asked a state judge to stop the SLA from issuing any more permits to Turning Stone, said David Vickers, the lawyer representing the groups from Madison, Oneida and Herkimer counties. (Albany Times Union)
Community mourns loss of EMS 'icon' Nov 12, 2009
In addition to his work as a paramedic, Lusby was a U.S. Army veteran who served during the Korean War, and a former employee of Utica Drop Forge, B&L Truck Stop and Central Steel. He is survived by his wife, Susan, two daughters, three sons, two step-children and 15 grandchildren. (Utica NY Obserer, NY)
Hundreds line up for swine flu vaccine Nov 12, 2009
Even though the wait was two hours, it was well worth it to ensure the health of Daniel Rivera s three young children, the 37-year old Utica resident said Wednesday ... For 43-year old Olivia Paul of Utica and her 7-year old son, the shots were especially important. (Utica NY Obserer, NY)
Boys and Girls Club alumni reflect on club's history Nov 12, 2009
NICOLE L. CVETNIC / Observer-Dispatch Andrew Barber, Jr., 7, of Rome goes over his speech with father, Andrew Barber, Sr. during the first annual Boys and Girls Club alumni luncheon at the 755 Lansing Street building, Wednesday, November 11, 2009 in Utica ... 1938: East Utica Club established at 755 Lansing St. ... 1988: Boys Club of Utica began accepting girls and changed its name to the Boys and Girls Club of Utica. (Utica NY Obserer, NY)
Roefaro: This city belongs to our veterans Nov 12, 2009
Roefaro: This city belongs to our veterans - Utica, NY - The Observer-Dispatch ... ROCCO LaDUCA/Observer-Dispatch Members of the U.S. Army and the Utica Fire Department salute in front of an American flag during a Veteran's Day ceremony Wednesday, Nov. 11, 2009, outside the Central New York Veterans Outreach Center on Washington Street ... But when even just one person recognizes the service of these men and women every Veterans Day, at least it shows that people have not forgotten all... (Utica NY Obserer, NY)
Judge agrees to withdraw part of Skip Andersons guilty plea Nov 12, 2009
Judge agrees to withdraw part of Skip Andersons guilty plea - Utica, NY - The Observer-Dispatch. Your browser either has JavaScript disabled, or does not support it. (Utica NY Obserer, NY)
Firefighters respond to Eagle Bay fire Nov 12, 2009
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