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Rome, West Canada Valley Adopt New School Budgets
Voters in both the Rome City School District and West Canada Valley Central School District approved revised budgets Tuesday after rejecting earlier proposals last month.

Former Police Chief Elected Mayor in Herkimer
Herkimer voters elected a new mayor Tuesday night, choosing former Police Chief Michael J. Jory to lead the village.
Write-In Candidate Defeats Ilion Mayor in Stunning Upset
One of the most surprising election results in recent local memory unfolded Tuesday night in Ilion, where a write in candidate defeated the sitting mayor.

The Natural Herb Keeping Ticks Out of NY Yards
As tick activity spikes across New York, local homeowners are turning to a simple, budget-friendly plant to protect their properties without relying on heavy chemical sprays.

Free Jerseys, Cowboy Hats and More: Saratoga's 2026 Giveaways
Saratoga Race Course has announced its 2026 giveaway lineup. See when fans can get free jerseys, cowboy hats, plush horses, lawn jockey statues, tumblers and more this summer.

State Police Vehicle Destroyed in Upstate New York
A New York State Police patrol vehicle was involved in a crash Friday evening in Upstate New York after another vehicle reportedly crossed into its lane of travel.

Human Skeletal Remains at Utica Marsh, Investigation Continues
Utica Police are investigating after human skeletal remains were discovered near the Utica Marsh Wildlife Management Area on the city's north side.

Upstate NY Summer Forecast Calls for Cooler, Wetter Weather
Be careful what you ask for. The Mohawk Valley may get a break from the extreme heat this summer, but the long-range forecast from The Weather Channel is also predicting a wetter than normal summer.

Complete Saratoga Performing Arts Center 2026 Summer Concert List
Big names continue to get added to the Saratoga Performing Arts Center 2026 concert season. We've got the full list.

