On November 12, 2025, the New York State Police in Herkimer arrested Kenneth M. Ward , age 44, of Herkimer, NY, and Michael N. Walz , age 34, of Herkimer, NY, for one count each of Official Misconduct (Class “A” Misdemeanor) involving the Town of Herkimer Highway Department. An eleven-month investigation began after the Town of Herkimer Board of Directors and the Herkimer County District Attorney’s Office were notified of a possible larceny involving the Town of Herkimer High

New Family-Owned discount retail store set to open in January 2026 at West 31 Plaza

By CNY Online Business News | November 2025 Micron’s planned mega-fab in Clay is at the heart of New York’s semiconductor surge. Central and Upstate New York are buzzing with growth — from high-tech manufacturing to modern agriculture — as billions of dollars in new investments reshape the region’s economy. According to recent reports from New York State and local development agencies, several sectors are expanding faster than ever, creating thousands of jobs and fueling a lo

Central New York — Ever wonder why some local businesses seem to be everywhere — on social media, in conversation, and even around town? According to My Upstate NY Marketing, the secret isn’t complicated: it’s all about brand awareness — and digital billboards are making it easier than ever to get noticed.

The New York State Police are investigating an apparent suicide that occurred this morning inside an administrative building at the Marcy Correctional Facility in the Town of Marcy, Oneida County.

Local government sales tax collections totaled $18.2 billion from January to September 2025, an increase of 4.3% ($747 million) compared to the same period last year, according to the quarterly sales tax report released today by State Comptroller Thomas P. DiNapoli. Growth so far this year is higher than the 3.8% average growth rate seen from January to September for the 2010 to 2019 period of recovery and expansion following the Great Recession...

According to the Utica Police Department, an arrest has been made in connection with an armed robbery that occurred last month at the Dollar Tree on Mohawk Street. On October 25th, 2025, Utica Police units responded to the store for a reported robbery. Upon arrival, officers spoke with a store employee who stated that several individuals were observed concealing merchandise. When the employee attempted to stop them from leaving without paying, one of the suspects brandished a

According to the New Hartford Police Department, two juveniles have been charged following a theft incident that occurred Monday evening at the Walmart store on Commercial Drive.

According to Oneida County Sheriff Robert Maciol, a City of Oneida man has been arrested in connection with multiple stolen vehicle incidents spanning the towns of Verona and Vernon.

Now that winter has arrived in Central New York, it’s time to get ready. Today might just be a light dusting, but before long, you’ll be digging through inches of it.

According to Oneida County Sheriff Robert M. Maciol, three individuals were arrested early Thursday morning, November 7, 2025, following a burglary at a residence in the outer district of the City of Rome.

 Syracuse Police have arrested a suspect in connection with a violent attack that left a pit bull named “Chance” critically injured last month.

Originally planned to open in 2027, the Turning Stone Evolution will arrive ahead of schedule as The Crescent Hotel and Salt Seafood & Raw Bar make their debut on June 29, 2026 with the opening of The Grand Expo conference and event center to follow on Labor Day 2026. The Oneida Indian Nation plans to hire 350 new team members beginning early next year to support the Turning Stone Evolution, adding new roles in hospitality, culinary, innovation, sales, environmental services,

On October 30, 2025, New York State Police at Binghamton arrested Riley M. Merrick, age 32 of Candor, NY for the misdemeanors of False Personation and Criminal Possession of a Controlled Substance in the seventh degree.  

On October 30, 2025, at approximately 8:47 p.m., New York State Police at Homer arrested Nyraeisa Bibbs, age 27 of Syracuse, NY , for the misdemeanor of Petit Larceny, and Naughtica T. Fulton, age 23 of Syracuse, NY, for the misdemeanor of Criminal Possession of Stolen Property in the fifth degree.   Troopers were dispatched to Tractor Supply on State Route 13, where a vehicle with two suspects fled the area after stealing several Carhartt jackets.  Troopers were able to obt

Press Release On November 2, 2025, at approximately 11:29 a.m., troopers from the New York State Police Coxsackie barracks responded to a report of a body floating in the Catskill Creek in the Village of Catskill. Upon arrival, troopers recovered the body of an unidentified male from the water. The investigation is being conducted by the State Police Bureau of Criminal Investigation (BCI) in Catskill and the Troop F Forensic Identification Unit (FIU). The investigation is in

A Nunda man is facing multiple felony charges after allegedly using an excavator to damage a home and threaten family members during a domestic dispute in Livingston County...

Press Release The New York State Police in Auburn announce the arrest of Zackary A. Knapp, age 28, of Moravia, NY, following an investigation into a stolen tractor reported from a trailer park in the town of Moravia.   On October 22, 2025, troopers responded to Ted’s Way Trailer Park in the town of Moravia for a report of a missing 1993 Kubota 2250 tractor. The park manager reported that the park-owned tractor had been taken sometime during the early morning hours of October

Hornellsville, NY –  A Rochester man was arrested after a domestic dispute early Tuesday morning led to a vehicle crashing into the Aldi’s grocery store in the town of Hornellsville, according to the New York State Police in Hornell. On October 22, 2025, around 3:45 a.m., Troopers responded to a report of a physical domestic dispute on Seneca Road North in Hornell. Before Troopers arrived, the male suspect reportedly fled the scene in a vehicle. Moments later, authorities wer

Press Release On October 23, 2025, State Police assigned to the Troop G Community Stabilization Unit (CSU) arrested Kye A. Washburn , 26, of Schenectady, N.Y., for Criminal Possession of a Weapon in the second degree and Vehicle and Traffic Law violations. On October 23, 2025, at about 9:50 p.m., Troopers stopped a vehicle on First Street in Albany, NY, for a Vehicle and Traffic Law violation. The driver of the vehicle was identified as Washburn.  The investigation discovered