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Utica mayor outlines priorities, accomplishments in first State of the City letter Utica Mayor Michael P. Galime published his inaugural State of the City letter this month, providing a detailed account of the administration’s priorities, accomplishments, and ongoing challenges sinc...

Utica Mayor Michael P. Galime published his inaugural State of the City letter this month, providing a detailed account of the administration’s priorities, accomplishments, and ongoing challenges since he took office on Jan. 1, 2024.

Two veteran politicians face off in Utica comptroller election Voters in Utica will soon decide between two longtime public servants as they choose the city’s next comptroller.

Voters in Utica will soon decide between two longtime public servants as they choose the city’s next comptroller.

‘Under a curse’: Oneida Square residents voice despair over neighborhood decline Dozens of residents, business owners, and property stakeholders gathered on Wednesday evening at the DeSales Center for a public workshop hosted by Utica Mayor Michael P. Galime to address the future ...

ICYMI: Dozens of residents, business owners, and property stakeholders gathered on Wednesday evening at the DeSales Center for a public workshop hosted by Utica Mayor Michael P. Galime to address the future of the Oneida Square neighborhood.

“Congress shall make no law respecting an establishment of religion, or prohibiting the free exercise thereof; or abridging the freedom of speech, or of the press; or the right of the people peaceably to assemble, and to petition the Government for a redress of grievances.”

Utica unveils immigration policy to bolster trust, clarify police procedures The Utica Police Department has implemented a new immigration policy, created in collaboration with key community and government partners. Officials say the policy is designed to strengthen public tru...

The Utica Police Department has implemented a new immigration policy designed to strengthen public trust, provide clear procedures for law enforcement, and ensure that all residents receive equal service and protection regardless of their immigration status.

I discovered Conan Gray today.

Mondays are always rough, but birthday cupcakes in the office made today a little sweeter.

How Rome’s codes enforcement led the city’s tornado recovery As the saying goes, “Rome wasn’t built in a day.” And a year after a powerful tornado tore through the heart of the city, the rebuilding process has proven to be just as complex.

As the saying goes, “Rome wasn’t built in a day.” And a year after a powerful tornado tore through the heart of the city, the rebuilding process has proven to be just as complex.

Utica’s Bosnian community honors Srebrenica victims in fifth annual remembrance walk Hundreds of Bosnians and local community members gathered at Mohawk Valley Community College on Friday to take part in the fifth annual Srebrenica Remembrance Walk, honoring the victims of the 1995 ge...

Hundreds of Bosnians and local community members gathered at Mohawk Valley Community College on Friday to take part in the fifth annual Srebrenica Remembrance Walk, honoring the victims of the 1995 genocide and marking 30 years since one of the deadliest atrocities in modern European history.

Immigration enforcement in Utica raises tensions in refugee-rich community Federal immigration agents have been conducting raids in Utica, raising concerns in a city where one in five residents are foreign-born.

Federal immigration agents have been conducting raids in Utica, raising concerns in a city where one in five residents are foreign-born.

I don’t care what AP Style says, I’m using the Oxford comma.

Proctor graduates called ‘heartbeat of Utica’s future' For the graduating class of Thomas R. Proctor High School, they were told to lead with character, move with purpose, dream without limits, and never forget where they came from, as “Utica will always ...

For the graduating class of Thomas R. Proctor High School, they were told to lead with character, move with purpose, dream without limits, and never forget where they came from, as “Utica will always be your home.”

Bikers pedal for a purpose in 29th annual Ride for Missing Children The Ride for Missing Children pedaled into its 29th year on Friday, with over 100 bikers making the annual trek across the Mohawk Valley to raise awareness for missing children and promote child safet...

The Ride for Missing Children pedaled into its 29th year on Friday, with over 100 bikers making the annual trek across the Mohawk Valley to raise awareness for missing children and promote child safety education.

Gas leak forces condemnation of Algonquin Apartments in Utica; residents evacuated The Algonquin Apartments building in Utica has been condemned following a gas leak on Tuesday that prompted an emergency evacuation of all remaining residents. City officials confirmed that both power...

The Algonquin Apartments building in Utica has been condemned following a gas leak on Tuesday that prompted an emergency evacuation of all remaining residents.

Lifelong community advocate Lucretia Hunt has no plans to slow down at age 96 In a city known for its progress and pride, one woman from Utica stands as a living symbol for both. Lucretia DeSantis Hunt has dedicated her life to helping her community and those around her — and a...

In a city known for its progress and pride, one woman from Utica stands as a living symbol for both. Lucretia DeSantis Hunt has dedicated her life to helping her community and those around her — and at 96 years old, she has no intention of slowing down anytime soon.

At 81 years old, the legendary Diana Ross made her presence known at the 2025 Met Gala, wearing a custom Eleven Sixteen gown with an 18-foot train. My favorite look of the night.

Utica Children’s Museum to usher in new era of fun After a five-year hiatus, the Utica Children’s Museum is ready to open the doors at its new location and usher in a new era of fun.

After a five-year hiatus, the Utica Children’s Museum is ready to open the doors at its new location and usher in a new era of fun.

‘Angels’ renew efforts to pass Erin’s Law In August 2008, the tragic death of 11-year-old Erin Maxwell sent a shockwave through Oswego County. Nearly 17 years later, Erin’s Angels of Central New York is working to address remaining gaps in th...

In August 2008, the tragic death of 11-year-old Erin Maxwell sent a shockwave through Oswego County. Nearly 17 years later, Erin’s Angels of Central New York is working to address remaining gaps in the state’s child protection laws.

Utica fire chief: Full, internal review planned Following last week’s vote of no confidence by the Utica Professional Fire Fighters Association IAFF Local 32, Fire Chief Scott Ingersoll spoke before the Utica Common Council on Wednesday to address ...

Following last week’s vote of no confidence by the Utica Professional Fire Fighters Association IAFF Local 32, Fire Chief Scott Ingersoll spoke before the Utica Common Council on Wednesday to address the concerns highlighted by the union.

Local libraries remain resilient amongst funding uncertainty With National Library Week underway, libraries across the country are highlighting their contributions in supporting communities, even as federal funding cuts threaten to limit their resources and the...

With National Library Week underway, libraries across the country are highlighting their contributions in supporting communities, even as federal funding cuts threaten to limit their resources and the services they provide.

Congratulations to Thomas Caputo (’22), finalist for a Syracuse Press Club Award for his work on the @ursentinel.bsky.social series “Community in Crisis: Utica mourns death of 13-year-old Nyah Mway."

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No charges: State Attorney General's office issues findings in police shooting death of Utica teenager ALBANY — New York Attorney General Letitia James’ Office of Special Investigation today released its report on the death of Nyah Mway, the Utica teenager who died on June 28,

New York Attorney General Letitia James’ Office of Special Investigation today released its report on the death of Nyah Mway, the Utica teenager who died on June 28, 2024, following an encounter with members of the Utica Police Department.

Utica’s falcon love story takes a new turn as Astrid disappears, Nova arrives Perched on top of the Adirondack Bank building in downtown Utica is the home of Utica’s favorite couple, a pair of peregrine falcons named Astrid and Ares. The literal love birds have captured the hea...

Perched on top of the Adirondack Bank building in downtown Utica is the home of Utica’s favorite couple: a pair of peregrine falcons named Astrid and Ares. The literal love birds have captured the hearts of local falcon followers since first being spotted together in 2012.

Hamilton College explores impact of COVID-19 on area refugees It has been almost six years since COVID-19 began to spread across the world, and the effects from the pandemic still remain and continues to negatively impact vulnerable communities.

It has been almost six years since COVID-19 began to spread across the world, and the effects from the pandemic still remain and continues to negatively impact vulnerable communities.

‘City of Refugees’ feels impact from Trump's executive order Throughout its over 200-year history, Utica has welcomed immigrants and refugees alike. Over the past four decades, refugees have made such an impact — both culturally and economically — that Utica ha...

Throughout its over 200-year history, Utica has welcomed immigrants and refugees alike. Over the past four decades, refugees have made such an impact — both culturally and economically — that Utica has inherited the nickname “The City of Refugees.”

Annual homeless census to collect vital data, address growing needs for Mohawk Valley The night of Jan. 29 will be an important one for the local homeless population, as the annual census of Oneida and Madison county’s residents experiencing homelessness is scheduled to take place.

The night of Wednesday, Jan. 29, will be an important one for the local homeless population, as the annual census for Oneida and Madison counties’ residents experiencing homelessness is scheduled to take place.

Utica council seeks state help for Wynn Hospital amid ER surge The calls for help at Wynn Hospital are getting louder as Utica councilors joined their Sixth District colleague Joseph Betrus Jr. in issuing a resolution requesting assistance from the state in respo...

The calls for help at Wynn Hospital are getting louder as Utica councilors joined their Sixth District colleague Joseph Betrus Jr. in issuing a resolution requesting assistance from the state in response to longer wait times and diversions at the facility’s Emergency Department.

Overcrowding forces Wynn Hospital into diversion twice within days Wynn Hospital in downtown Utica has experienced two emergency room diversions both less than a week apart from one another.

Wynn Hospital in downtown Utica has experienced two emergency room diversions both less than a week apart from one another.

Utica business park gets name change Signage at Utica’s business park no longer bears the name of Louis D. LaPolla, following various charges against the former mayor.

Signage at Utica’s business park no longer bears the name of Louis D. LaPolla, following various charges against the former mayor.

What were Utica’s top Google searches in 2024? With 2024 coming to an end, Google has revealed some of the top searches that were on the minds of Uticans.

With 2024 coming to an end, Google has revealed some of the top searches that were on the minds of Uticans.