First responders in Oneida and Herkimer Counties received a boost in wireless communications yesterday with the expansion of AT&T's FirstNet network. The new purpose built sites - one in the City of Rome and one at the Herkimer County border by the Hinkley Reservoir, gives public safety and first responders a prioritized wireless network that allows for uninterrupted wireless communication.
Rome Mayor Jackie Izzo issued a State of Emergency on Thursday evening for the City of Rome because of heavy rains and flooding.
Izzo said the heavy rainfall has caused flooding throughout the city from Lake Delta, the Mohawk River, and Wood Creek...
Due to declining COVID infection rates and rising vaccination rates, both Utica and Rome will allow sports and recreational activities at city facilities starting tomorrow.