Utica News

The New York State Department of Transportation is announcing two upcoming road closures in Herkimer County on State Routes 51 and 167 for culvert replacement and repair work. Detours will be posted.

From lazy river floats to scenic canyon tubing, New York offers plenty of ways to stay cool this summer. Explore tubing trips for relaxing rides, mountain views, and full-day river adventures.

Speed enforcement is expanding across New York this week with 34 active speed camera locations on 29 roads. Drivers are being urged to slow down and stay alert.

State Sen. Joseph Griffo is speaking out against a new Senate bill that would allow floating solar installations on New York’s lakes, rivers, and reservoirs, calling it a risky plan with environmental and economic impacts.

Enchanted Forest Water Safari celebrates its 70th season opening June 10 in Old Forge with a new family coaster, Paul Bunyan’s Log Haul, plus a “Be the First to Ride” giveaway for guests.

A geomagnetic storm could bring the Northern Lights to parts of New York, with space weather forecasters saying aurora activity may be strong enough to push the glow farther south than usual.

Waterville Animal Resort is closing July 6, 2026, but a new Wellness Center will open in the same building, continuing pet care with familiar staff.

Do you remember Kenny Chesney and Tim McGraw getting arrested after a horsing around in Buffalo? It happened 26 years ago.

New Yorkers are once again topping the forgetful list in Uber’s latest report, with riders leaving behind everything from phones and wallets to some unexpected items in the back seat.

Boonville native Kelsey Pfendler is taking on a 2,400-mile solo row across the Pacific Ocean from California to Hawaii, facing extreme conditions as she aims to become the first American woman to complete the journey.