Thomas Caputo
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According to unofficial election results, Democrats will enter 2026 with a strengthened hold on the Utica Common Council, winning enough seats in Tuesday’s election to secure a supermajority.
Democrats secure supermajority on Utica Common Council after election wins
According to unofficial election results, Democrats will enter 2026 with a strengthened hold on the Utica Common Council, winning enough seats in Tuesday’s election to secure a supermajority.
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November 5, 2025 at 5:10 AM
According to unofficial election results, Democrats will enter 2026 with a strengthened hold on the Utica Common Council, winning enough seats in Tuesday’s election to secure a supermajority.
Frank Meola is poised to return to Utica City Hall as comptroller, according to unofficial election results showing him ahead of Republican challenger Michael Cerminaro.
Frank Meola wins election, returning to Utica City Hall as comptroller
Frank Meola is poised to return to Utica City Hall as comptroller, according to unofficial election results showing him ahead of Republican challenger Michael Cerminaro.
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November 5, 2025 at 4:48 AM
Frank Meola is poised to return to Utica City Hall as comptroller, according to unofficial election results showing him ahead of Republican challenger Michael Cerminaro.
Utica Mayor Michael P. Galime published his inaugural State of the City letter this month, providing a detailed account of the administration’s priorities, accomplishments, and ongoing challenges since he took office on Jan. 1, 2024.
Utica mayor outlines priorities, accomplishments in first State of the City letter
Utica Mayor Michael P. Galime published his inaugural State of the City letter this month, providing a detailed account of the administration’s priorities, accomplishments, and ongoing challenges sinc...
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October 29, 2025 at 3:49 PM
Utica Mayor Michael P. Galime published his inaugural State of the City letter this month, providing a detailed account of the administration’s priorities, accomplishments, and ongoing challenges since he took office on Jan. 1, 2024.
Voters in Utica will soon decide between two longtime public servants as they choose the city’s next comptroller.
Two veteran politicians face off in Utica comptroller election
Voters in Utica will soon decide between two longtime public servants as they choose the city’s next comptroller.
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October 22, 2025 at 8:55 PM
Voters in Utica will soon decide between two longtime public servants as they choose the city’s next comptroller.
ICYMI: Dozens of residents, business owners, and property stakeholders gathered on Wednesday evening at the DeSales Center for a public workshop hosted by Utica Mayor Michael P. Galime to address the future of the Oneida Square neighborhood.
‘Under a curse’: Oneida Square residents voice despair over neighborhood decline
Dozens of residents, business owners, and property stakeholders gathered on Wednesday evening at the DeSales Center for a public workshop hosted by Utica Mayor Michael P. Galime to address the future ...
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September 29, 2025 at 5:30 PM
ICYMI: Dozens of residents, business owners, and property stakeholders gathered on Wednesday evening at the DeSales Center for a public workshop hosted by Utica Mayor Michael P. Galime to address the future of the Oneida Square neighborhood.
“Congress shall make no law respecting an establishment of religion, or prohibiting the free exercise thereof; or abridging the freedom of speech, or of the press; or the right of the people peaceably to assemble, and to petition the Government for a redress of grievances.”
September 18, 2025 at 5:44 PM
“Congress shall make no law respecting an establishment of religion, or prohibiting the free exercise thereof; or abridging the freedom of speech, or of the press; or the right of the people peaceably to assemble, and to petition the Government for a redress of grievances.”
The Utica Police Department has implemented a new immigration policy designed to strengthen public trust, provide clear procedures for law enforcement, and ensure that all residents receive equal service and protection regardless of their immigration status.
Utica unveils immigration policy to bolster trust, clarify police procedures
The Utica Police Department has implemented a new immigration policy, created in collaboration with key community and government partners. Officials say the policy is designed to strengthen public tru...
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September 10, 2025 at 10:08 PM
The Utica Police Department has implemented a new immigration policy designed to strengthen public trust, provide clear procedures for law enforcement, and ensure that all residents receive equal service and protection regardless of their immigration status.
I discovered Conan Gray today.
September 9, 2025 at 3:19 AM
I discovered Conan Gray today.
Mondays are always rough, but birthday cupcakes in the office made today a little sweeter.
August 4, 2025 at 4:52 PM
Mondays are always rough, but birthday cupcakes in the office made today a little sweeter.
As the saying goes, “Rome wasn’t built in a day.” And a year after a powerful tornado tore through the heart of the city, the rebuilding process has proven to be just as complex.
How Rome’s codes enforcement led the city’s tornado recovery
As the saying goes, “Rome wasn’t built in a day.” And a year after a powerful tornado tore through the heart of the city, the rebuilding process has proven to be just as complex.
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July 16, 2025 at 3:43 PM
As the saying goes, “Rome wasn’t built in a day.” And a year after a powerful tornado tore through the heart of the city, the rebuilding process has proven to be just as complex.
Hundreds of Bosnians and local community members gathered at Mohawk Valley Community College on Friday to take part in the fifth annual Srebrenica Remembrance Walk, honoring the victims of the 1995 genocide and marking 30 years since one of the deadliest atrocities in modern European history.
Utica’s Bosnian community honors Srebrenica victims in fifth annual remembrance walk
Hundreds of Bosnians and local community members gathered at Mohawk Valley Community College on Friday to take part in the fifth annual Srebrenica Remembrance Walk, honoring the victims of the 1995 ge...
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July 12, 2025 at 1:41 AM
Hundreds of Bosnians and local community members gathered at Mohawk Valley Community College on Friday to take part in the fifth annual Srebrenica Remembrance Walk, honoring the victims of the 1995 genocide and marking 30 years since one of the deadliest atrocities in modern European history.
Federal immigration agents have been conducting raids in Utica, raising concerns in a city where one in five residents are foreign-born.
Immigration enforcement in Utica raises tensions in refugee-rich community
Federal immigration agents have been conducting raids in Utica, raising concerns in a city where one in five residents are foreign-born.
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July 11, 2025 at 9:28 PM
Federal immigration agents have been conducting raids in Utica, raising concerns in a city where one in five residents are foreign-born.
I don’t care what AP Style says, I’m using the Oxford comma.
July 2, 2025 at 6:39 PM
I don’t care what AP Style says, I’m using the Oxford comma.
For the graduating class of Thomas R. Proctor High School, they were told to lead with character, move with purpose, dream without limits, and never forget where they came from, as “Utica will always be your home.”
Proctor graduates called ‘heartbeat of Utica’s future'
For the graduating class of Thomas R. Proctor High School, they were told to lead with character, move with purpose, dream without limits, and never forget where they came from, as “Utica will always ...
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June 30, 2025 at 1:30 PM
For the graduating class of Thomas R. Proctor High School, they were told to lead with character, move with purpose, dream without limits, and never forget where they came from, as “Utica will always be your home.”
The Ride for Missing Children pedaled into its 29th year on Friday, with over 100 bikers making the annual trek across the Mohawk Valley to raise awareness for missing children and promote child safety education.
Bikers pedal for a purpose in 29th annual Ride for Missing Children
The Ride for Missing Children pedaled into its 29th year on Friday, with over 100 bikers making the annual trek across the Mohawk Valley to raise awareness for missing children and promote child safet...
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June 7, 2025 at 3:38 AM
The Ride for Missing Children pedaled into its 29th year on Friday, with over 100 bikers making the annual trek across the Mohawk Valley to raise awareness for missing children and promote child safety education.
The Algonquin Apartments building in Utica has been condemned following a gas leak on Tuesday that prompted an emergency evacuation of all remaining residents.
Gas leak forces condemnation of Algonquin Apartments in Utica; residents evacuated
The Algonquin Apartments building in Utica has been condemned following a gas leak on Tuesday that prompted an emergency evacuation of all remaining residents. City officials confirmed that both power...
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May 27, 2025 at 8:27 PM
The Algonquin Apartments building in Utica has been condemned following a gas leak on Tuesday that prompted an emergency evacuation of all remaining residents.
In a city known for its progress and pride, one woman from Utica stands as a living symbol for both. Lucretia DeSantis Hunt has dedicated her life to helping her community and those around her — and at 96 years old, she has no intention of slowing down anytime soon.
Lifelong community advocate Lucretia Hunt has no plans to slow down at age 96
In a city known for its progress and pride, one woman from Utica stands as a living symbol for both. Lucretia DeSantis Hunt has dedicated her life to helping her community and those around her — and a...
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May 12, 2025 at 6:32 PM
In a city known for its progress and pride, one woman from Utica stands as a living symbol for both. Lucretia DeSantis Hunt has dedicated her life to helping her community and those around her — and at 96 years old, she has no intention of slowing down anytime soon.
At 81 years old, the legendary Diana Ross made her presence known at the 2025 Met Gala, wearing a custom Eleven Sixteen gown with an 18-foot train. My favorite look of the night.
May 6, 2025 at 1:26 AM
At 81 years old, the legendary Diana Ross made her presence known at the 2025 Met Gala, wearing a custom Eleven Sixteen gown with an 18-foot train. My favorite look of the night.
After a five-year hiatus, the Utica Children’s Museum is ready to open the doors at its new location and usher in a new era of fun.
Utica Children’s Museum to usher in new era of fun
After a five-year hiatus, the Utica Children’s Museum is ready to open the doors at its new location and usher in a new era of fun.
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April 30, 2025 at 1:21 AM
After a five-year hiatus, the Utica Children’s Museum is ready to open the doors at its new location and usher in a new era of fun.
In August 2008, the tragic death of 11-year-old Erin Maxwell sent a shockwave through Oswego County. Nearly 17 years later, Erin’s Angels of Central New York is working to address remaining gaps in the state’s child protection laws.
‘Angels’ renew efforts to pass Erin’s Law
In August 2008, the tragic death of 11-year-old Erin Maxwell sent a shockwave through Oswego County. Nearly 17 years later, Erin’s Angels of Central New York is working to address remaining gaps in th...
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April 26, 2025 at 12:08 AM
In August 2008, the tragic death of 11-year-old Erin Maxwell sent a shockwave through Oswego County. Nearly 17 years later, Erin’s Angels of Central New York is working to address remaining gaps in the state’s child protection laws.
Following last week’s vote of no confidence by the Utica Professional Fire Fighters Association IAFF Local 32, Fire Chief Scott Ingersoll spoke before the Utica Common Council on Wednesday to address the concerns highlighted by the union.
Utica fire chief: Full, internal review planned
Following last week’s vote of no confidence by the Utica Professional Fire Fighters Association IAFF Local 32, Fire Chief Scott Ingersoll spoke before the Utica Common Council on Wednesday to address ...
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April 17, 2025 at 6:42 PM
Following last week’s vote of no confidence by the Utica Professional Fire Fighters Association IAFF Local 32, Fire Chief Scott Ingersoll spoke before the Utica Common Council on Wednesday to address the concerns highlighted by the union.
With National Library Week underway, libraries across the country are highlighting their contributions in supporting communities, even as federal funding cuts threaten to limit their resources and the services they provide.
Local libraries remain resilient amongst funding uncertainty
With National Library Week underway, libraries across the country are highlighting their contributions in supporting communities, even as federal funding cuts threaten to limit their resources and the...
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April 10, 2025 at 12:02 AM
With National Library Week underway, libraries across the country are highlighting their contributions in supporting communities, even as federal funding cuts threaten to limit their resources and the services they provide.
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New York Attorney General Letitia James’ Office of Special Investigation today released its report on the death of Nyah Mway, the Utica teenager who died on June 28, 2024, following an encounter with members of the Utica Police Department.
No charges: State Attorney General's office issues findings in police shooting death of Utica teenager
ALBANY — New York Attorney General Letitia James’ Office of Special Investigation today released its report on the death of Nyah Mway, the Utica teenager who died on June 28,
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April 2, 2025 at 7:56 PM
New York Attorney General Letitia James’ Office of Special Investigation today released its report on the death of Nyah Mway, the Utica teenager who died on June 28, 2024, following an encounter with members of the Utica Police Department.
Perched on top of the Adirondack Bank building in downtown Utica is the home of Utica’s favorite couple: a pair of peregrine falcons named Astrid and Ares. The literal love birds have captured the hearts of local falcon followers since first being spotted together in 2012.
Utica’s falcon love story takes a new turn as Astrid disappears, Nova arrives
Perched on top of the Adirondack Bank building in downtown Utica is the home of Utica’s favorite couple, a pair of peregrine falcons named Astrid and Ares. The literal love birds have captured the hea...
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March 4, 2025 at 5:35 PM
Perched on top of the Adirondack Bank building in downtown Utica is the home of Utica’s favorite couple: a pair of peregrine falcons named Astrid and Ares. The literal love birds have captured the hearts of local falcon followers since first being spotted together in 2012.