Friday May 8th: Rome’s Draft Parks, Trails, and Open Space Plan

Rome is looking for public feedback through May 19th on a draft Parks, Open Space and Trails Master Plan that proposes major upgrades, pool changes, new splash pads, a possible regional park, and an indoor sports arena.

Thursday May 7th: Two Hotels Move Forward at Griffiss

The Rome Planning Board conditionally approved two new four-story hotels, a commercial building, and two property subdivisions, with some items still requiring Zoning Board review.

Wednesday May 6th: Inside Utica Schools’ Budget Proposal

Utica City School District’s proposed $310 million budget would keep staffing and programs intact, hold the tax levy flat, and go before voters on May 19th.

Tuesday May 5th: New Hartford Public Library Turns 50

The New Hartford Public Library is celebrating 50 years since 10 local women founded it in a converted school basement shower room, growing it into a community hub for books, programs and connection.

Monday May 4th: How CNY Developers Are Building a Game Community

Central New York’s indie game developers are building a growing local scene through showcases, meetups, college programs, and self-made projects that prove serious games can come from outside major industry hubs.

Friday May 1st: Hope Returns to Utica’s Falcon Nest

Ares and Vera’s first peregrine falcon chick hatched atop Utica’s Adirondack Bank building, marking a hopeful new chapter for the city’s falcon population after the disappearance of Ares’ longtime mate, Astrid.

Thursday April 30th: Utica Dad Sentenced in Son’s Death

A Utica father has been sentenced to state prison in the death of his 6-year-old son, after admitting he failed to get the child medical help.

Wednesday April 29th: Inside Utica’s Reset Juice Bar

Reset Juice Bar in downtown Utica offers fresh, additive-free drinks and bowls while using local technology to recommend menu items based on customers’ wellness needs.

Tuesday, April 28th: Camden’s Rachel Schwartz Helps Power Artemis II

Camden graduate Rachel Schwartz turned her childhood love of space into an aerospace career at Collins Aerospace, where she helped develop systems that supported the Artemis Two mission around the moon.

Monday April 27th: What’s Driving Ambulance Delays in Utica

Wynn Hospital says it recognizes ambulance wait-time problems, caused by rising patient volume and ER backups, and is working with EMS partners on clearer escalation steps and communication to reduce delays.