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Accident Forces Closure Of Both Lanes Of Route 49 In Rome West Of 291

Kristine Bellino — Tue, 14 May 2013 10:55:50 +0000

UPDATE: 8:50am Officials say the accident has been cleared but police are still conducting an investigation in the immediate vicinity of an accident that occurred overnight. It forced the closure of both lanes of Route 49 in Rome, west of Route 291. Christian Rivera of Whitesboro swerved to avoid a deer shortly after 12:30 on [...]

Crowdfunding Campaign Aims to Support Brenda's Natural Foods in Rome [SPONSORED CONTENT]

Eric Meier — Mon, 22 Apr 2013 22:58:04 +0000

Brenda’s Natural Foods in Rome is expanding and they need the community’s help. The business turned to the crowdfunding website IndieGoGo.com Brenda’s Natural Foods is located next to the Capitol Theatre in Rome. An expansion project at the Capitol and the growth of Brenda’s business necessitated a move to another property adjacent to the theatre on Dominick [...]

Utica-Rome Metro Voted The 11th Most Miserable City In The Nation For 2012!

Keith James — Wed, 03 Apr 2013 10:35:14 +0000

Maybe it's the fact that the Utica-Rome Topix anonymous gossiping pages are the most active one in the nation, or maybe it's this nasty weather we're always plagued with, but after a Gallup 'wellbeing' poll, the Business Insider has ranked the Utica-Rome metro area the 11th most miserable city in the nation! Well, look at the bright side... We're not the worst. Yet.

Utica and Rome Both Share Number 11 On The 11 Most Miserable Cities In America

Davey Jones — Tue, 02 Apr 2013 22:30:54 +0000

Not good news for Utica and Rome, Both cities were just voted number 11 on a list of The 11 Most Miserable Cities In America. We have the full details, and the other cities on the list here: According to Business Insider, Gallup is out with its latest batch of “well-being” data. How do they gather [...]

Exotic Dancers Needed Full Time In Rome And Utica

Davey Jones — Thu, 28 Feb 2013 13:30:14 +0000

Are you out of work? Looking for a full time gig? Do you live in the greater Rome and Utica area? Well, if you're an exotic dancer I got the jobs for you! In the Rome Daily Sentinel classified section I stumbled across this gem:

Rome Teen Killed In Judd Road Crash

Jeff Monaski — Sat, 26 Jan 2013 11:24:22 +0000

A 19-year-old Rome girl was killed in a crash on Judd Road, according to Whitestown Police. Jillian Velardi was traveling northbound near Westmoreland and Halsey roads around 11am on Friday when she crossed into the southbound lane and struck an oncoming vehicle, police said. Velardi was pronounced dead at the scene. A husband and wife [...]

History Of Nora's Candy Shop Turkey Joints

Davey Jones — Mon, 03 Dec 2012 16:17:05 +0000

This holiday season you'll have your typical holiday treats: candy canes, cookies and milk, 7 layer bars, and of course eggnog. Will you be chowing down on Nora's Candy Shop Turkey Joints? If you're a true Central New Yorker I'm betting you are. Christmas in the valley isn't Christmas without Turkey Joints.

Mohawk Valley Counselors Association's Annual "College Night" Happening Tonight

Davey Jones — Tue, 09 Oct 2012 10:56:33 +0000

Do you know someone looking to go back to school and grab their degree? Well prospective college students are invited to visit over 120 colleges at the Mohawk Valley Counselors Association’s annual “College Night” tonight. The event runs from 6:30pm-8:30pm at the Harold T. Clark Jr. Athletic Center on the Utica College Campus. The best part: [...]

Central New York Remembers Veterans Day With Ceremonies

Gino Geruntino — Mon, 08 Oct 2012 18:15:00 +0000

Veteran’s Day is approaching, and the local American Legions are doing their part to honor our local heroes. This list will be updated as information comes in. If you know of any other ceremonies in the area, feel free to tell us at news@wibx950.com. Herkimer: Herkimer County Community College will air special programming the night [...]

Haunted Houses In Utica – Halloween 2012

Gino Geruntino — Thu, 20 Sep 2012 18:42:38 +0000

When it comes to Halloween, nothing beats the soul-crippling horror of a good haunted house. For some, it’s the thought of a monster creeping in the depths. For others, they find joy within the fear of seeing what’s lurking around every corner. And, for some of us, it’s the near-coronary we get from knowing that [...]

Memories From The Members Of The Northeast Air Defense Sector On 9/11

Davey Jones — Tue, 11 Sep 2012 11:09:55 +0000

Did you know that Rome New York played a big role on keeping the skies safe on September 11th before and after the attacks? Eleven years ago, the U.S. Air Force technicians and officers of the North American Aerospace Defense Command (NORAD) worked hard to defend the nation’s air. In recent years books, movies, and documentaries have shown the world their work on that day.

You Know You're From Utica When…

Davey Jones — Wed, 08 Jun 2011 20:06:47 +0000

There are so many things that define us as a Utican and a resident of Central New York. It might sound like a bad joke but here’s our list. What would you add? You know you’re from Utica when you avoid anything to do with Rome. (and Romans avoid Utica and The Valley might as well [...]

Baby It's Cold Outside!

Bob — Mon, 24 Jan 2011 11:25:38 +0000

Bundle up Central New York! Better yet just stay inside next to the fire. How cold is it? I started my car and my g.p.s told me to turn off the car and go back to bed. Cover up if you are heading out. That means hat, gloves, pack of sled dogs…