Mike Jaquays

A pedestrian suffered serious injuries in a crash on Route 28 in Woodgate and was airlifted to Upstate University Hospital. State Police are investigating.

LEE CENTER — Lee Town Clerk Christine Peiffer asked for a pay raise and official increase in hours from part-time to full-time Monday during a public hearing on the proposed 2027 budget at the town hall.

More than 2,000 participants raised $147,000 at Utica's Making Strides Against Breast Cancer walk, which also celebrated 128 breast cancer survivors and thrivers.

Lee Town Clerk Christine Peiffer, center, explains why she feels she deserves a raise and an official bump to full-time hours while Supervisor L. James Jones Jr., left, and board

Proctor graduate Trinh Truong reflects on growing up as a Vietnamese refugee in Utica, attending Yale Law School and pursuing a career in immigrant rights.

HAMILTON — All athletic and social activities for the Colgate University varsity men's lacrosse team have been suspended by administration, pending

Hamilton Central School's FFA chapter received a $3,000 grant to grow vegetables in its school garden and donate the harvest to a local food cupboard.

Whitesboro educator Kevin Levatino discusses his debut children's book, "The World's Worst Line Leader," and its message of self-acceptance and inclusion.

Remsen FFA's Trent Jenny won a national agriscience award, while Holland Patent FFA students earned honors in marketing and speaking at the 2026 convention.

State Sen. Joseph Griffo recognized 20 community members for their contributions to the Mohawk Valley during a Senate Commendation Awards ceremony at Munson in Utica.