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News For Local Farmers Affected By Summer's Drought

Greg Splashin' McShea — Tue, 30 Oct 2012 18:10:07 +0000

Ironically, in the midst of Super Storm (formerly Hurricane) Sandy which caused such devastation and flooding throughout major cities in the northeast, many local farmers can now apply for low interest loans in the aftermath of this past summer's drought.

Picente: Oneida County Should Be Prepared For The Worst Next Week As Hurricane Sandy Approaches

Jeff Monaski — Sat, 27 Oct 2012 20:28:40 +0000

Utica, NY (WIBX) – The threat of high winds, heavy rains or worse is prompting a warning from Oneida County Executive Anthony Picente. The following press release was issued by the County on Friday afternoon: Oneida County Executive Anthony J. Picente, Jr. is urging all County residents to take the necessary steps to protect themselves [...]

Oneida County Earns $2 Million On eBay

Greg Splashin' McShea — Fri, 10 Aug 2012 14:30:59 +0000

Here’s some positive local news…Oneida County has earned millions selling items on eBay. Now that’s using today’s technology for the benefit of the community. Here are the details from our sister station, WIBX: “One man’s trash may be worth two million dollars…and counting. That’s what the stuff Oneida County has been selling on eBay has [...]

Oneida County Debuts New Website

Greg Splashin' McShea — Wed, 25 Jul 2012 14:45:55 +0000

At Big Frog 104, we like to keep you informed about what’s going on in our community. Now, thanks to a newly designed website, Oneida County is making it easier to know what’s going on in the county. Here are the details from our sister station, WIBX: “County Executive Anthony Picente says the new website [...]

Chalk It Up To Fun For Kids

Greg Splashin' McShea — Sat, 07 Jul 2012 14:10:41 +0000

The “Frog Days Of Summer” are filled with fun events, and here’s one where the kids can participate…sidewalk art. Now the details from our sister station, WIBX: “The Fourth Annual Oneida County Youth Bureau Sidewalk Art Contest starts next week. Children in four different age categories will be able to draw positive scenes on a [...]

State Grant To Help Sauquoit Creek Cleanup

Greg Splashin' McShea — Mon, 18 Jun 2012 17:10:01 +0000

If you do some fishing or canoeing on central New York streams and creeks, you know that Sauquoit Creek has accumulated debris after several storms last year. Now a cleanup effort will take place this summer with financial help from the state. According to our sister station, WIBX: “Oneida County has been awarded an over [...]

Head To Verona Friday For Farm Fest

Greg Splashin' McShea — Tue, 29 May 2012 17:10:30 +0000

Another sure sign that we are entering the “Frog Days of Summer” is Farm fest, which takes place this Friday night in Verona. It’s family fun and a great way to enjoy a June evening in central New York. Here are the details from our sister station, WIBX: “The family-friendly event features educational stations, fun, [...]

Local Seniors' Video Debuts Thursday

Greg Splashin' McShea — Wed, 02 May 2012 17:10:58 +0000

I’ve always believed that our elders have great wisdom and history to share. Now, some of our local seniors are having a chance to share that history through a new video this week. According to our sister station, WIBX: “Memories of Oneida County’s seniors are being highlighted in a video that will make its debut [...]

Oneida County 9-1-1 Open House This Saturday

Greg Splashin' McShea — Wed, 11 Apr 2012 17:10:07 +0000

We’ve all seen the benefits of the quick response time in emergencies, thanks to the 9-1-1 call system. This weekend, you can get an inside look at what goes on at a local 9-1-1 center. According to our sister station, WIBX: “An open house will be held this weekend at the Oneida County 9-1-1 Center [...]

Deadline This Week for 911 Applications

Greg Splashin' McShea — Tue, 27 Mar 2012 17:05:52 +0000

If you’re interested in applying for a future position as a 911 dispatcher, the deadline is tomorrow. According to our sister station WIBX: “Oneida County Executive Anthony Picente is reminding potential applicants that the deadline to apply to be a 911 Dispatch Operator is quickly-approaching. Wednesday, March 28, 2012 is the last day to apply [...]