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The Utica Police Department just awarded several members prestigious and well-deserved awards for their service protecting the community. Most of the cases involved taking illegal weapons off the...

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Everyone who owns a cellphone has experienced the frustrating and maddening experience of having a call suddenly drop. What is even more annoying is when a call drops in an area where you least e...

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Was Steve Martin in Utica, New York? It was on Facebook so it must be true right? Continue reading…

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The top priority for Mohawk Valley Health System and Wynn Hospital will always be the care of their patients. One of the finest specialties the physicians there offer is cardiovascular care. For ...

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The job of a police officer has become damn near impossible and in most cases intolerable. Another act of violence against an officer occurred over the weekend in the City of Utica and hiring new...

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The newly elected Mayor of Utica in his first year so far has taken a lot of beatings when it comes to policy changes and decisions he's had to make. Most notably a 14% city tax rate increase. No...

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Less than a week after Oneida County officials gathered to shed light on their battle with child abuse in our community, the Oneida County Sheriff's Office announced the arrest of a Utica man for...

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A Utica resident has a whole lot more money in their pocket following a winning 'Take 5' lottery prize. The New York Lottery announced that a winning ticket was sold Friday at a smoke shop in Nor...

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The Saranac Brewery never ceases to amaze as they continue to create and acquire new beverage lines to make their customers happy. Just in time for summer, they have announced their newest additi...

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The Utica Police Department has been keeping busy and they've arrested two individuals in two separate incidents. Both incidents involve people who engaged in alleged threatening behavior. Contin...

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Central New York continues its fight against medications from falling into the wrong hands and will host a massive community event this weekend. Continue reading…

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Another year, another U.S. News & World Report of the top high schools in America. Here's how schools here in Central New York fared. Continue reading…

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It's not enough that local police are dealing with local criminals, but they are also dealing with criminal transplants. A man who resides in New York City and was staying in Utica has been arres...

https://bigfrog104.com/ixp/41/p/nyc-man-living-in-utica-going-to-prison-on-gun-and-drug-charges/

Are you someone who has a collection of old computers, TVs and other electronics? Are you ready to get rid of them and don't know how? Luckily, there is a free electronics recycling event coming ...

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While it hasn't been reported on in quite some time the criminal youth activity is still active and it is something that Utica Police are continuing to have to deal with. Officials with the UPD a...

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For those who celebrate 4/20 on Saturday, check out Exit 31 Exotic, Utica's first official marijuana dispensary. Here's our exclusive look on the inside. Continue reading…

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The Starbucks in New Hartford is temporarily closed for renovation purposes and people are literally losing their minds. Continue reading…

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This may be a tremendously unpopular opinion, but so many people are looking forward to the solar eclipse and I'm just not. Continue reading…

https://bigfrog104.com/ixp/41/p/unpopular-opinion-5-things-i-would-rather-do-than-watch-the-solar-eclipse/

You can bash New York all you want, but one thing you have to admit is that we're spoiled with delicious regional delicacies. In my continued pursuit to highlight the imperfections of AI, I thoug...

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Shoppers who frequent the Utica, New Hartford, Oneida, Rome and other Walmarts in CNY should know the chain has shifted gears on its stance on coupons. Continue reading…

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Registration for the 2024 Boilermaker Walk is officially open and some big changes are coming to the beloved event. Continue reading…

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Sometimes a misspelled word in a job application is enough to take one out of the running because it shows a lack of attention to detail. These 10 words are what New Yorkers misspell most. Contin...

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There are three Utica University Athletics teams that are on hot streaks going into the home stretch of their season and competing for some serious hardware. Just how good are UU teams this seaso...

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Central New York native Tom Nitti gave up his spot on 'The Voice' due to person issues last year, but now he's got a big announcement! Continue reading…

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Crime continues to be a problem in the City of Utica and it's not just the gun violence. Utica Police are now warning of a new crime wave hitting city streets. Continue reading…

https://bigfrog104.com/ixp/41/p/utica-police-criminals-targeting-these-two-popular-vehicle-makes/

A Utica woman was sentenced Thursday to 72 months in prison for her role in a major Fentanyl distribution ring in the City of Utica. Continue reading…

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Where are the bumpiest roads in Central New York? We asked and here are the 11 worst roads in Utica, Rome, and Syracuse, especially for your car. Continue reading…

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Utica's first legal NY State Licensed Marijuana Dispensary is open and selling various forms of weed products for your enjoyment and consumption. Continue reading…

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Central New York’s Saranac Brewery has booked the first concert of its 2024 season. Does that mean that summer is almost here? Continue reading…

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If you're looking for plans for you and your kids during midwinter break, come to Utica for free. Continue reading…

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The first proposed budget by Mayor Michael Galime has been released and it includes a significant property tax increase for the residents in the City of Utica. Continue reading…

https://bigfrog104.com/ixp/41/p/mayor-galime-reveals-how-much-city-taxes-will-increase-in-2024-2025-budget/

More violence broke out in the City of Utica over the weekend, more specifically on Super Bowl Sunday. Continue reading…

https://bigfrog104.com/ixp/41/p/police-investigating-super-bowl-sunday-shooting-in-the-city-of-utica/

Central New Yorkers have been supporting St Jude Children's Research Hospital since the very beginning. In the early 1960s, Danny Thomas came to Utica to ask for help with his mission to build a ...

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Six people have been arrested and charged with multiple counts following a 'shots fired' investigation. Four of the individuals are minors. Continue reading…

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New York State has more keyboard warriors regarding this topic than any other state. We found out where In New York it's being discussed the most. Continue reading…

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