Rome DPW holiday-week notice graphic showing a one-day delay for inner-district green waste and normal trash and recycling service.

Rome Green Waste Pickup Delayed One Day for Oct. 12 Holiday Week

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Rome's inner-district green waste is one day behind during the Oct. 12 holiday week. Trash and recycling stay on their normal schedule.
Minimum wage gap illustrated by workers following different clock paths toward the same electronics

Minimum Wage Gap: The Hidden Cost of Buying the Same American Life

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The minimum wage gap makes identical products cost far more working hours. Compare Utica, NYC and $7.25 states.
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Utica Infant Death Investigation: Police Seek Help and Answers

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Utica police seek information after an infant was found at a waste facility. What is confirmed, how to help and safe-haven guidance.
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Stittville Store Search Puts Cannabis Product Safety in Focus

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A Stittville store search led to cannabis and vape seizures, officials say. What is known and how shoppers can verify licensed sellers.
John Zogby, Utica native and national pollster

Beyond the Horse Race: National Pollster John Zogby to Decode Midterms at Free Rome...

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  Join us as John Zogby Discusses Polling Insights in Mohawk Valley, sharing his expertise on the dynamics of voter behavior and polling accuracy. ROME, N.Y....

Black Voting Rights in 2026: Why Participation and Access Matter

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Black Perspective deep-dive analysis with historical context, verified source links and Mohawk Valley questions.
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New York POWER Checks Reach 3 Million as More Rebates Are Mailed

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New York has delivered 3 million POWER energy rebate checks and plans to mail 5.2 million more. Here is who qualifies, what to expect, and where Mohawk Valley households can find more help.
Izabella J. White

Missing Oneida County Teen Izabella White Found in Good Health

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State Police say Izabella J. White, 15, of Lee has been located in good health and thank the public for helping.

Black Unemployment Hits 7%: What the September Jobs Data Reveals

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Black Perspective deep-dive analysis with historical context, verified source links and Mohawk Valley questions.
New York mental health reform and Mohawk Valley care access conceptual illustration

Mohawk Valley Lawmakers Propose New York Mental Health Reform

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Mohawk Valley lawmakers are calling for more psychiatric beds, stronger community care, youth services and workforce investment. Here is what their New York mental health reform plan would do and what still must happen.