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Block party, millions in construction project bonding on agenda for Rome Common Council

ROME — Here are four key takeaways from the agenda for this week’s Rome Common Council meeting set for 7 p.m. Wednesday, April 24 at Rome City Hall, 198 North Was… Read moreBlock party, millions in construction project bonding on agenda for Rome Common Council

TRI-VALLEY LEAGUE BASEBALL: Bobby Jock goes the distance for RFA in win at Whitesboro

WHITESBORO — Bobby Jock threw a complete game shutout and the Rome Free Academy offense scratched out one run to get a Tri-Valley League baseball win at Whitesbor… Read moreTRI-VALLEY LEAGUE BASEBALL: Bobby Jock goes the distance for RFA in win at Whitesboro

3-vehicle collision reported in Utica

UTICA — Utica police and fire department crews were called to the scene of a collision involving three vehicles at the intersection of John and Elizabeth streets … Read more3-vehicle collision reported in Utica

Adirondack holds off comeback attempt by Westmoreland baseball

Adirondack held off a late rally by host Westmoreland for an 8-5 win on Monday in a Center State Conference crossover baseball game. Read moreAdirondack holds off comeback attempt by Westmoreland baseball

Reggie the red fox is lucky to be alive after surprise diagnosis

CHADWICKS — Reggie the red fox is doing well after unexpectedly recovering from a bout with avian influenza — bird flu — earlier this month, according to Judy Cus… Read moreReggie the red fox is lucky to be alive after surprise diagnosis

Pinwheels planted in Utica for Child Abuse Awareness Month

UTICA — Nearly 4,000 cases of child abuse were reported to Oneida County last year, leading to 1,041 investigations by the county Child Advocacy Center, serving 9… Read morePinwheels planted in Utica for Child Abuse Awareness Month

Discourse continues over Kirkland solar project proposal

KIRKLAND — The public hearing for a proposed solar farm located along Route 12B concluded on Monday, April 22, with no action from the town of Kirkland Planning Board. Read moreDiscourse continues over Kirkland solar project proposal

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Community Foundation of Herkimer & Oneida Counties supported over 580 local organizations in 2023

Community Foundation of Herkimer & Oneida Counties supported over 580 local organizations in 2023 Read moreCommunity Foundation of Herkimer & Oneida Counties supported over 580 local organizations in 2023

Sign-up for May Food $en$e Friday

Registration for the May Food $en$e program — open to everyone regardless of income — will take place in Rome, Lee, Camden, Holland Patent, and Oneida. Read moreSign-up for May Food $en$e Friday

LETTER: Human-caused climate change is no joke

Several national media columnists and area residents continue to push misinformation and outright lies regarding the scientific consensus about global warming. Read moreLETTER: Human-caused climate change is no joke

Earth celebrated in Boonville

BOONVILLE — The Boonville Environmental Conservation Council (BECC) hosted a fruitful Earth Day cleanup in the village on Saturday, April 20. Participants gathered at … Read moreEarth celebrated in Boonville

CNY COLLEGE NOTEBOOK: Hot-hitting Caleb Miller named Liberty League's Performer of the Week

Union College’s baseball team has been on quite a high-scoring roll of late, and Caleb Miller (Rome/Westmoreland) has been leading the hit parade. Read moreCNY COLLEGE NOTEBOOK: Hot-hitting Caleb Miller named Liberty League's Performer of the Week

LETTER: Gun violence does not have to be our way of life

Syracuse police officer Michael Jensen and Onondaga County Sheriff’s Lt. Michael Hooscock were shot and killed last week in the line of duty by what had been a “law-ab… Read moreLETTER: Gun violence does not have to be our way of life

EARTH Metal Detecting Club to meet Monday

WHITESBORO — The monthly meeting of the EARTH Metal Detecting Club of Central New York will take place at 6:30 p.m. on Monday, April 29, at the Dunham Public Library, … Read moreEARTH Metal Detecting Club to meet Monday

Rotary Club of Utica seeks nominations for ‘Service Above Self’ Award

UTICA — The Rotary Club of Utica, now in its 109th year of service to the community, will present its annual Service Above Self Gala on Friday, June 7, at the Stanley … Read moreRotary Club of Utica seeks nominations for ‘Service Above Self’ Award

State Office of Addiction Services offers free marijuana toolkit to parents

ALBANY — The New York State Office of Addiction Services and Supports has announced the launch of a new Cannabis Toolkit for parents and mentors, designed to offer res… Read moreState Office of Addiction Services offers free marijuana toolkit to parents

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Rome Free Academy v. Vernon Verona Sherrill boys lacrosse (31 photos)

RFA defeated VVS Tuesday night 21-4 at RFA Stadium.

HIGH SCHOOL BASEBALL: RFA edges Whitesboro in 20 photos

Bobby Jock threw a complete game shutout and the Rome Free Academy offense scratched out one run to get a Tri-Valley League baseball win at Whitesboro Middle School on…

Healing nature at Woodhaven Wildlife Center

The Woodhaven Wildlife Center in Chadwicks is a non-profit organization focused on rescuing, raising, rehabilitating and releasing injured and orphaned animals from ar…

SENTINEL SNAPSHOTS: A bald eagle is born

With spring finally here, Daily Sentinel photographer John Clifford has photographed the nest of a mated pair of American bald eagles and their eaglet. The family of e…

Rome Health, Utica City Football Club and Utica Rome Speedway among local photos

Rome Health, Utica City Football Club and Utica Rome Speedway among 46 recent local photos snapped by Daily Sentinel staffers April 15-20, 2024.

Check out sights from the Section III baseball game between Rome Free Academy and Holland Patent

The Rome Free Academy baseball team scored at least two runs in each of the opening three innings Tuesday to en route to a season-opening win over Holland Patent in th…

Check out these sights from the Section III baseball game between Camden and Oneida

Camden and Oneida played in a Tri-Valley League on Monday early in the Section III baseball season. With help from three runs in the fourth inning and four runs in the…

AT THE IIHF: Team Canada strikes gold in 75 photos

Team Canada defeated USA 6-5 in a thrilling overtime game Sunday night at the Adirondack Bank Center to claim the gold medal.

Sports

Rome Free Academy v. Vernon Verona Sherrill boys lacrosse (31 photos)

RFA defeated VVS Tuesday night 21-4 at RFA Stadium. Read moreRome Free Academy v. Vernon Verona Sherrill boys lacrosse (31 photos)

CNY COLLEGE NOTEBOOK: Hot-hitting Caleb Miller named Liberty League's Performer of the Week

COMMUNITY SPOTLIGHT: Rome Select 11U girls basketball team wins New York State of Mind Tournament

TOURNEY CHAMPS — The Rome Select 11U girls basketball team placed first in the New York State of Mind Tournament last weekend at Kennedy Arena in Rome. Pictured, top r… Read moreCOMMUNITY SPOTLIGHT: Rome Select 11U girls basketball team wins New York State of Mind Tournament

COMMUNITY SNAPSHOT: RFA hockey hands out awards for 2023-24 season

RFA HOCKEY AWARDS — The Rome Free Academy hockey team held its annual banquet to celebrate the 2023-24 season in early April at the Delta Lake Inn in Rome. Front row: … Read moreCOMMUNITY SNAPSHOT: RFA hockey hands out awards for 2023-24 season

SPORTS ON TV — WEDNESDAY, APRIL 24

Vincent Trocheck and Mika Zibanejad lead Rangers to 4-3 win over Capitals for 2-0 series lead

Vincent Trocheck and Mika Zibanejad each had a goal and an assist and the Presidents’ Trophy-winning New York Rangers held on to beat the Washington Capitals 4-3 for a… Read moreVincent Trocheck and Mika Zibanejad lead Rangers to 4-3 win over Capitals for 2-0 series lead

DJ LeMahieu leaves 1st minor league rehab game in 2nd inning with sore right foot

Infielder DJ LeMahieu left his first rehab game with Double-A Somerset in the second inning due to soreness in his right foot, which he fractured on a foul ball during… Read moreDJ LeMahieu leaves 1st minor league rehab game in 2nd inning with sore right foot

NBA says Tyrese Maxey was fouled — twice — before turnover that led to Knicks' go-ahead shot

Philadelphia’s Tyrese Maxey was fouled twice before his turnover that led to the go-ahead 3-pointer by Donte DiVincenzo in the New York Knicks’ victory over the 76ers … Read moreNBA says Tyrese Maxey was fouled — twice — before turnover that led to Knicks' go-ahead shot

Lindy Ruff becomes Sabres coach again a little grayer, wiser and more motivated to restore success

Lindy Ruff returns to Buffalo as the Sabres coach appearing a little grayer and referring to himself as a bit wiser. The 64-year-old Ruff also sounded more motivated t… Read moreLindy Ruff becomes Sabres coach again a little grayer, wiser and more motivated to restore success