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PRESS RELEASE On July 9, 2023, the Bureau of Criminal Investigation (BCI) out of SP Lockport arrested James P. Wilson, 71 of Lockport, NY for Burglary 1st degree (B Felony), Kidnapping 2nd degree (B Felony) Sexual Abuse 1st degree (D Felony), Reckless Endangerment 1st degree (D Felony), Menacing 1st degree (E Felony) and Criminal Possession of a Weapon 2nd degree (C Felony). On July 9, 2023, at 2:21 P.M., Troopers out of SP Lockport responded to Robinson Road appartements for a possible gunshot call. The investigation determined that the complainant heard a noise believed to be a gunshot which created a hole in the ceiling. Troopers with the assistance of the BCI and Niagara County Sheriff’s Office located Wilson who had kidnapped a female victim and sexually abused her while holding her at gunpoint. Wilson was arrested and transported to SP Lockport for processing. Wilson was transported to Niagara County Jail for CAP arraignment. Sources: NEW YORK STATE POLICE

Kathy Hochul, has announced the deployment of new shark-monitoring drones to several local beach communities across Long Island and New York City. This comes as a further step towards ensuring beachgoers' safety at State beaches, following previously taken actions by the State. In addition, she revealed that the New York State Office of Parks, Recreation and Historic Preservation, alongside the Department of Environmental Conservation, have increased their surveillance efforts in response to several shark sightings over the Fourth of July holiday. This is in line with new shark safety protocols established earlier this year. Governor Hochul expressed her commitment to keeping New Yorkers safe this summer. As such, new tools and strategies have been developed and implemented to monitor marine wildlife and safeguard the health and safety of beachgoers. The newly deployed drones will significantly enhance the shark monitoring capabilities of local governments across Long Island and New York City, ultimately ensuring that local beaches remain safe for everyone. As part of the State Parks' efforts, new drones will be distributed to municipalities located along the Long Island coastline and New York City. This move is intended to boost the localities' shark monitoring efforts since most of them do not have drone surveillance capabilities. Furthermore, the State Parks will provide funding to train local personnel to operate the drones. Before the summer season began, the State Parks held a pre-season meeting with beachfront municipalities and agencies to discuss the latest information on shark activity, as well as coordinate beachfront notifications. The Department of Environmental Conservation has also released guidelines aimed at reducing the risk of negative interactions with sharks. In the event of shark sightings or interactions with swimmers, swimming is suspended, and all bathers are cleared from the water until at least one hour after the last sighting. The Long Island Coastal Awareness Group is also notified to take appropriate action in their respective jurisdictions. To ensure beachgoers' safety, State Park lifeguards, Park Police, and staff are on high alert and continuously patrol the waters for shark activity. Governor Hochul has announced enhanced shark monitoring measures for Long Island State Park beaches, including additional drones, Yamaha WaveRunners, and staff training. The Department of Environmental Conservation advises beachgoers to follow shark safety guidelines such as avoiding areas with seals and murky water, swimming in groups, and staying close to shore. While it is impossible to eliminate risk altogether, modifying behavior can minimize potential interactions with sharks and reduce overall risk. Overall, these measures aim to ensure that New Yorkers can enjoy the beautiful beaches safely. https://www.governor.ny.gov/

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On July 4th, 2023 Utica Police and Utica Fire units were dispatched to Route 12 N near the Oriskany St exit regarding a motorcycle accident involving serious physical injury. Upon arrival, they located the involved individual, identified as Justin Knaperek age 43 of Clinton, NY, in the roadway. Sadly, Knaperek, was pronounced deceased immediately. With the assistance of the New York State Department of Transportation, Route 12 was shut down for several hours while the Utica Police Department Accident Reconstruction Team investigated the accident. Preliminarily it appears that Knaperek was traveling northbound on Route 12 when a dog entered the roadway contributing to Knaperek and the motorcycle striking a side barrier resulting in the crash. The investigation is still early, and any other contributing factors will be determined through the reconstruction and witness interviews. We offer our sincerest thoughts and prayers to Knaperek’s family during this difficult time. We would also like to acknowledge the passing motorists that stopped in an effort to render aid to Knaperek. Source: City of Utica, NY Police Department

New Rule Raises Maximum Age at Time of Application From 29 to 34 Further Goal of Doubling the Number of Graduates from the New York State Police Academy Starting in 2024 Governor Kathy Hochul today announced that she has approved a request from the New York State Police to raise the maximum age to apply to become a New York State Trooper from 29 to 34. The requirement change reinforces Governor Hochul's commitment to expanding public safety initiatives across New York. In addition to raising the age requirement, earlier this year, the Governor announced more than $66 million in the budget to fund additional New York State Police academy classes and increase the number of New York State Troopers dedicated to addressing serious crime. "Public safety is my top priority, and the State Police are the tip of the spear in our efforts to combat gun violence and keep New Yorkers safe," Governor Hochul said. "By raising the maximum age of new recruits, we are widening the pool of people who can help us with this incredibly important work. After doubling the number of graduating classes from the New York State Police Academy starting next year, this new rule will help the State recruit more Troopers and protect the people of New York." Acting New York State Police Superintendent Steven A. Nigrelli said, "This change will allow us to recruit the most diverse and skilled group of candidates possible. There are many qualified candidates from the military or other careers who decide that they want to transition to the State Police, but because of the previous age requirement, some were not eligible. These are individuals that have a wealth of knowledge and experience to bring to the job. The New York State Police has a proud tradition of excellence. By raising the age, we are ensuring that we have the best and most qualified candidates possible to carry on that legacy, and serve and protect the people of New York." The Governor's plan provides for two additional classes each year allowing for four unprecedented classes annually. This will accelerate the rebuilding of the force and expand the number of troopers dedicated to addressing violent crimes and quality of life issues such as removing illegal guns from the streets and combating the flow of drugs within some of the state's most vulnerable neighborhoods. State Police has redesigned its recruitment program to reach more potential female and minority candidates. This includes meeting with leaders in communities that are underrepresented within law enforcement, with the goal of building positive long-term relationships. The State Police has also taken the 30X30 pledge and is committed to increasing its percentage of female recruits to 30 percent by 2030. The agency has recruitment teams in each troop to network at events and within neighborhoods. Candidates can learn about becoming a New York State Trooper and sign up to take the exam at joinstatepolice.ny.gov. The next Trooper Entrance exam will be held simultaneously with the application process from July 2023 through September 2023 and will be administered online at authorized testing centers to make the exam more accessible. Individuals will be able to apply beginning July 1, and can schedule a time to take the exam as early as July 10. The State Police has contracted with Pearson VUE, which will offer the Trooper Entrance Exam at 54 testing centers in New York State, more than 280 locations in the United States, and 100 military locations around the world. Candidates can choose where and when they take the exam. The online testing process makes it more convenient and accessible for anyone interested in becoming a trooper. A study guide for the exam is available here. MINIMUM EXAM QUALIFICATIONS: US Citizen 20-34 years of age (The maximum age may be extended one year for each year of full-time active military duty - up to a maximum of 7 years) High school diploma or equivalents Additional requirements can be found here. SALARY & BENEFITS: Starting salary: $59,612 After one year: $84,331 Full benefits & retirement Contact the Governor's Press Office Contact us by phone: Albany: (518) 474-8418 New York City: (212) 681-4640 Contact us by email: Press.Office@exec.ny.gov

Legislation (S.6467-A/A.5821A) Establishes That Lifeguards at Children’s Camps May Be a Minimum of 15 Years of Age if Directly Supervised Governor Kathy Hochul today announced she signed key legislation to address the minimum age of lifeguards at children’s camps. Legislation (S.6467-A/A.5821A) will require lifeguards for children’s camps to be at least 17 years of age except that up to 50 percent of the required number of lifeguards on duty may be at least 15 years of age if they are under the supervision of a camp aquatics director. Lifeguards required for wilderness swimming must be at least 18 years of age. “New Yorkers deserve the opportunity to safely enjoy our world-class beaches and camps across the state,” Governor Hochul said. “This legislation will help address the lifeguard shortage, while ensuring that our children and fellow New Yorkers are supervised and safe in the waters." To address the shortage of lifeguards in New York State, legislation (S.6467-A/A.5821A) allows for the expansion of individuals who can become lifeguards at overnight, summer day, and travelling summer camps for children. New York State Health Commissioner Dr. James McDonald said, “Parents in New York deserve the peace of mind to know their children are safe and well supervised when attending summer camp, especially when they’re swimming and participating in water activities. Lifeguards in New York are well trained and equipped to respond and save lives in the event of an emergency. This legislation will keep swimmers at camp safe while creating opportunities for more young people who are interested in becoming a lifeguard.” New York State Parks Commissioner Erik Kulleseid said, "Lifeguards are vital to ensuring safe and enjoyable experiences at a diverse range of swimming facilities in New York. I applaud Governor Hochul and the state Legislature for approving this measure to expand the pool of lifeguards across the state. As a former Harriman State Park lifeguard, I encourage young New Yorkers to pursue lifeguarding as a way to earn money, gain valuable job experience, and serve the public." State Senator James Skoufis said, "New York is facing a major lifeguard shortage, including at our summer camps. Our bill to lower the minimum age of lifeguards at camps from 16 to 15 will help us expand the pool of eligible water safety pros, help more teens secure meaningful summer work, and keep New York's campers happily swimming. I applaud the Governor for signing this important measure." Assemblymember Charles D. Lavine said, "Amidst an ongoing shortage of lifeguard applicants this new law, which I sponsored in the Assembly, will help keep children at summer camps in the State of New York safe. Any concerns people might have about the age being lowered are assuaged by the requirement that these lifeguards would still have to pass all of the same requirements and obtain the same certifications as older lifeguards." Sources: https://www.governor.ny.gov/

ESPN today announced its ESPN+ Major League Baseball game schedule for July 2023. The slate begins with the Chicago White Sox hosting the Oakland Athletics on Sunday, July 2, at 4 p.m. ET. ESPN+ July schedule highlights: Multiple appearances by the World Series Champion Houston Astros, plus the Texas Rangers, Atlanta Braves, and Chicago Cubs; The surging Cincinnati Reds and rising phenomenon Elly De La Cruz in action on Thursday, July 20; The Los Angeles Angels and Shohei Ohtani, who leads the league in home runs (29), close the month of games on Monday, July 31; Classic rivalries take the stage including the Chicago Cubs and St. Louis Cardinals, and the Subway Series between the New York Mets and the New York Yankees; Six days of doubleheaders, which include the Los Angeles Dodgers hosting the Pittsburgh Pirates, the Toronto Blue Jays hosting the San Diego Padres, the Cincinnati Reds hosting the San Francisco Giants, the Baltimore Orioles visiting the Philadelphia Phillies, and the New York Mets hosting the Washington Nationals. MLB on ESPN+ July Schedule* DateTime (ET)Game Sun, July 24 p.m.Chicago White Sox vs. Oakland Athletics Mon, July 32 p.m.Chicago Cubs vs. Milwaukee Brewers Tues, July 41 p.m.St. Louis Cardinals vs. Miami Marlins Wed, July 52 p.m.Colorado Rockies vs. Houston Astros Thurs, July 61 p.m.Oakland Athletics vs. Detroit Tigers Thurs, July 610 p.m.Pittsburgh Pirates vs. Los Angeles Dodgers Fri, July 79:30 p.m.New York Mets vs. San Diego Padres Sat, July 81 p.m.Chicago Cubs vs. New York Yankees Sun, July 94 p.m.Pittsburgh Pirates vs. Arizona Diamondbacks Fri, July 147 p.m.Chicago White Sox vs. Atlanta Braves Sun, July 164 p.m.Minnesota Twins vs. Oakland Athletics Wed, July 1912:30 p.m.Cleveland Guardians vs. Pittsburgh Pirates Wed, July 197 p.m.San Diego Padres vs. Toronto Blue Jays Thurs, July 2012:30 p.m.San Francisco Giants vs. Cincinnati Reds Thurs, July 208 p.m.St. Louis Cardinals vs. Chicago Cubs Fri, July 218 p.m.Atlanta Braves vs. Milwaukee Brewers Sun, July 234 p.m.Houston Astros vs. Oakland Athletics Mon, July 246:30 p.m.Baltimore Orioles vs. Philadelphia Phillies Mon, July 247:30 p.m.Seattle Mariners vs. Minnesota Twins Tues, July 2510 p.m.Toronto Blue Jays vs. Los Angeles Dodgers Wed, July 267 p.m.New York Mets vs. New York Yankees Thurs, July 277 p.m.Washington Nationals vs. New York Mets Thurs, July 278 p.m.Cleveland Guardians vs. Chicago White Sox Fri, July 289:30 p.m.Texas Rangers vs. San Diego Padres Sun, July 304 p.m.Texas Rangers vs. San Diego Padres Mon, July 316:30 p.m.Philadelphia Phillies vs. Miami Marlins Mon, July 317 p.m.Los Angeles Angels vs. Atlanta Braves *Local blackout restrictions apply to all games All ESPN MLB games and programming are also available to stream on the ESPN App. -30- Writer: Katie Hughes Martin

ICYMI: Episode 6: Break Your Nose Now Streaming Exclusively on ESPN+ Kurt Holobaugh wins Team Chandler’s sixth straight bout Holobaugh: “You know, my family is my motivation that’s what I fight for, my wife, my kids… Without them, I don’t think I would be anything.” Hammond: “It’s rookies versus vets and I made a rookie mistake.” The Ultimate Fighter: Team McGregor vs. Team Chandler returns next Tuesday, July 11 at 10 p.m. ET on ESPN, ESPN Deportes and ESPN+

ESPN Events’ 2023 schedule also features four early-season kickoff games Cricket Celebration Bowl, Cricket MEAC/SWAC Challenge Kickoff, and Boeing Red Tails Classic games continue ESPN’s commitment to HBCU football in 2023 ESPN Events, a division of ESPN, has unveiled its schedule for the 2023 college football season, including 17 bowl games across ESPN and ABC, and four early-season kickoff games. Bowl Season will begin Saturday, Dec. 16, with ESPN Events’ HomeTown Lenders Bahamas Bowl (11 a.m. ET, ESPN), and the Cricket Celebration Bowl (noon, ABC). In all, four games will be played on this date, while the following Saturday, Dec. 23, will be the busiest day of the ESPN Events bowl schedule with six games across ESPN and ABC. The early-season ESPN Events schedule features a pair of games in Week 0 on Saturday, Aug. 26. The FCS Kickoff between North Alabama and Mercer at the historic Cramton Bowl in Montgomery, Ala., airs at 3:30 p.m. on ESPN, while the Cricket MEAC/SWAC Challenge Kickoff – South Carolina State vs. Jackson State – in Atlanta will air in primetime on ABC (7:30 p.m.) for the first time in the event’s 18 years. In addition to the MEAC/SWAC Challenge, which celebrates the tradition, legacy and values of Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs), ESPN Events will continue to honor the legendary Tuskegee Airmen with the third Boeing Red Tails Classic on Sunday, Sept. 3 between Fort Valley State and Tuskegee (7 p.m., ESPNU) in Montgomery. ESPN Events also operates the previously announced Camping World Kickoff in Orlando in cooperation with Florida Citrus Sports. In one of the most anticipated matchups of the season, LSU will face Florida State on Labor Day Sunday (Sept. 3) at 7:30 p.m. on ABC. This afternoon, ESPN also announced its full schedule of games for Weeks 1-3 and its 40-game bowl season slate. About ESPN Events ESPN Events, a division of ESPN, owns and operates a portfolio of collegiate sporting events nationwide. In 2023, the 32-event schedule includes four early-season college football kickoff games, 17 college bowl games, nine college basketball events, and a college softball event, in addition to a new college gymnastics event coming in 2024. Collectively, these events account for over 400 hours of live programming on ESPN platforms, while reaching 60 million viewers and attracting more than 650,000 annual attendees. Each year, the portfolio of events features more than 20 Division I conferences and hosts over 4,000 participating student-athletes. With satellite offices in more than 10 cities across the country, ESPN Events builds relationships with conferences, schools and local communities, as well as providing unique experiences for teams and fans. For more information, visit the official website, Facebook, Twitter or YouTube pages. 2023 ESPN Events College Football Schedule: DateTime (ET)MatchupNetworkKickoff GamesSat, Aug. 263:30 p.m.FCS Kickoff Cramton Bowl (Montgomery, Ala.) North Alabama vs. Mercer ESPN7:30 p.m.Cricket MEAC/SWAC Challenge Kickoff Center Parc Stadium (Atlanta) South Carolina State vs. Jackson State ABCSun, Sept. 37 p.m.Boeing Red Tails Classic Cramton Bowl (Montgomery, Ala.) Fort Valley State vs. Tuskegee ESPNU7:30 p.m.Camping World Kickoff Camping World Stadium (Orlando, Fla.) LSU vs. Florida State ABCBowl GamesSat, Dec. 1611 a.m.HomeTown Lenders Bahamas Bowl Thomas A. Robinson National Stadium (Nassau, Bahamas) ESPNNoonCricket Celebration Bowl Mercedes-Benz Stadium (Atlanta) ABC3:30 p.m.Cure Bowl TBD (Orlando, Fla.) ABC5:45 p.m.New Mexico Bowl University Stadium (Albuquerque, N.M.) ESPNMon, Dec. 182:30 p.m.Myrtle Beach Bowl Brooks Stadium (Conway, S.C.) ESPNTue, Dec. 199 p.m.Frisco Bowl Toyota Stadium (Frisco, Texas) ESPNThu, Dec. 218 p.m.RoofClaim.com Boca Raton Bowl FAU Stadium (Boca Raton, Fla.) ESPNFri, Dec. 226:30 p.m.Union Home Mortgage Gasparilla Bowl Raymond James Stadium (Tampa, Fla.) ESPNSat, Dec. 23NoonBirmingham Bowl Protective Stadium (Birmingham, Ala.) ABCNoonCamellia Bowl Cramton Bowl (Montgomery, Ala.) ESPN3:30 p.m.Lockheed Martin Armed Forces Bowl Amon G. Carter Stadium (Fort Worth, Texas) ABC3:30 p.m.Famous Idaho Potato Bowl Albertsons Stadium (Boise, Idaho) ESPN7:30 p.m.SRS Distribution Las Vegas Bowl Allegiant Stadium (Las Vegas, Nev.) ABC10:30 p.m.EasyPost Hawai’i Bowl Clarence T.C. Ching Athletics Complex (Honolulu, Hawaii) ESPNTue, Dec. 26 5:30 p.m.SERVPRO First Responder Bowl Gerald J. Ford Stadium (Dallas, Texas) ESPNWed, Dec. 279 p.m.TaxAct Texas Bowl NRG Stadium (Houston, Texas) ESPNThu, Dec. 2811 a.m.Wasabi Fenway Bowl Fenway Park (Boston, Mass.) ESPN -30- Media contacts: Amanda Brooks at 704-973-5042; Amanda.D.Brooks@espn.com and @BrooksAD Bill Hofheimer at 860-766-9589; Bill.Hofheimer@espn.com and @bhofheimer_espn

SATURDAY, JULY 29, 2023 AT 10 AM – 4 PM EDT 214 Sconondoa Street, Oneida, NY, United States, New York If you are interested in being a vendor during our grand opening please reach out. Pretty much anything will be acceptable… $20.00 gets you a spot.. if you have the need for a spot larger than 15x15 I can accommodate you. If you have a classic car or motorcycle and would like to participate there is no fee. 1985 and older is our only rule. You can also just show up on the day of the event. The event starts at 10 am and goes on till 4 pm. Half Past Dead will be closing the day with great music from 7-10 PM… $15.00 cover for the band! We will have food beverages and activities for kids. Stop down and see the store and be part of what’s to be the 1st of many events to come!!! Thanks for all the support!! https://fb.me/e/5ScvVvbhH

The Syracuse Police Department has issued a warning to residents in the Strathmore neighborhood regarding a recent surge in car thefts, specifically targeting Kias and Hyundais. This is due to a security flaw that allows vehicles to be started without a key. To combat this issue, it is recommended that car owners invest in a steering wheel lock as a preventative measure. Furthermore, both automakers have developed anti-theft software that is free for owners to download. In the interest of community safety, it is important to remain vigilant and report any suspicious activity to the authorities immediately by calling 911 or the Syracuse Police Department at (315) 442-5222.

Upon the one-year anniversary of mobile sports wagering in New York State, Governor Kathy Hochul today announced the State has collected more than $709.2 million in taxes on such bets, a figure that leads the nation. An additional $200 million in licensing fees has also been collected, generating a total of more than $909 million in revenue, most of it to be used for education. "In just one year, New York has become a national leader in providing responsible entertainment for millions while bringing in record-shattering revenue for education, youth sports, and problem gambling prevention," Governor Hochul said. "I look forward to another year of delivering top tier mobile sports wagering experiences that generate revenue to enrich the lives of New Yorkers across the state." New York State Gaming Commission Chairman Brian O'Dwyer said, "Thanks to Governor Hochul's leadership and the enactment of smart and responsible gaming policies, New York continues to break revenue and wagering records. As we enter the second year of mobile sports wagering in New York State, the Gaming Commission will continue to ensure that such betting is conducted in a safe and responsible manner." New York State Office of Addiction Services and Supports Commissioner Chinazo Cunningham said, "OASAS appreciates the ongoing partnership with the Gaming Commission to educate the public about responsible gambling and to provide resources for those who need them. The additional revenue generated will help to ensure that we have a robust system of programs and services to address the needs of individuals, families, and communities across the state." State Senator Joseph P. Addabbo, Jr. said, "It has been a remarkable, record setting 1st year for Mobile Sports Betting in New York, with only 9 professional operators! I'm grateful to have joined others in the state, putting forth a product that New Yorkers deserved and I appreciate the significant benefits to our economy, in addition to educational, youth sports and addiction program funding. I look forward with a vision of optimism that through the professional efforts of the Hochul Administration, the Gaming Commission and my legislative colleagues, New Yorkers can expect their state to continue to provide the best mobile sports betting product, in this highly competitive arena, for many years to come." Assemblymember Gary Pretlow said, "Mobile sports betting generated $709 million in taxes in just one year for essential programs such as Education, Youth Sports, and Problem Gambling related services. This is just the beginning, and I look forward to mobile sports betting generating more revenue for years to come." According to GeoComply, a software firm used by sports books to ensure geolocation requirements, more than 3.8 million unique player accounts have been created since launch in January of 2022, conducting over 1.2 billion transactions. The one-year anniversary of mobile sports wagering in New York State was last Sunday, January 8, 2023. Through January 7, the total mobile sports wagering handle reached $16,595,732,482 and generated a total net revenue to education of $709,247,358. For Fiscal Year 2023 (April 1, 2022 through March 31, 2023) and annually thereafter, revenues from mobile sports wagering are distributed as follows: $5 million to fund sports programs for underserved youths, $6 million to fund problem gambling education and treatment, with the remaining majority to fund education aid. Every Friday, the NYS Gaming Commission publishes weekly mobile sports wagering reports from all of its operators online here. The Commission's regulations require operators to prevent underage gaming, provide bettors the availability to impose spending limits, and share information on gambling risks and signs of problem gambling. New Yorkers who are struggling with a gambling problem or know someone with a gambling problem can call the state's toll-free, confidential HOPEline at 1-877-8-HOPENY (1-877-846-7369) or text HOPENY (467369). New Yorkers can also contact the Regional Problem Gambling Resource Center at: https://nyproblemgamblinghelp.org/.