The Oneida Daily Dispatch

Utica, N.Y. — Oneida County has broken a record with 214 new COVID-19 cases reported on Nov. 24, 2020.

The following deeds were among those recorded in the Madison County clerk’s office from October 5 through October 16, 2020:

Visit the Madison County Historical Society this December for our Holiday Guided House Tours on Wednesdays, Thursdays, and Fridays from 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. The period rooms of the Historical Society are adorned with Victorian-themed decorations. Tours of the…

NEW YORK — The way people celebrate Thanksgiving this year may be a little different due to the ongoing coronavirus pandemic. But what hasn’t changed is the need to stay safe from cooking fires, which typically peak on this holiday.

NEW YORK — The New York State Thruway Authority offered important tips and advice for drivers who must travel this Thanksgiving holiday week as cashless tolling is now live on the Thruway’s ticketed system. The transition took place on Saturday,…

Oneida County, N.Y. — State Police in Remsen recently responded to a burglary in progress at TRB’s Gun Shop located on Plank Road in the Town of Remsen. Upon their arrival, two suspects were taken into custody for attempting to…

Oneida, N.Y. — The Greater Oneida Chamber of Commerce hosted their annual award dinner virtually this year, bestowing three local businesses with distinguished awards.

Dunkin’ today kicked off the season of giving by announcing a $15,000 donation from its Central New York franchisees to the Syracuse Tots for Tots holiday campaign. The $15,000 donation, which will be used to purchase new toys as holiday…

When towing is your target -- for that fifth-wheel camper or construction site trailer -- there really isn't much more to look at than Ford’s Super Duty F-350.

Q. We recently purchased a 2020 Honda Accord 2.0T. The car means learning a whole new world of driving since our previous car was a 2001 Buick Century without all the new technology of the Honda Accord. During the summer…

I have interviewed Bernie Sanders many times. Those opportunities mostly came when he was a member of Congress but when he became a Senator, he moved uptown and except for a few opportunities, he didn’t need me and the public…

Oneida, N.Y. — An Oneida Common Council meeting held Nov. 17 was brief, but with noteworthy updates. The main events that night were the police department's swearing-in ceremony and a final budget meeting held later that evening.

NEW YORK — The New York State Department of Taxation and Finance alerted taxpayers to a variety of scam letters being mailed to New Yorkers that offer to assist in settling outstanding tax debt.

Madison County, N.Y. — Madison County officials have reported on COVID-19, taxes, and more over the past week.

ALBANY, N.Y. — A rematch between a former Republican congressional member and the Democrat who ousted her from office two years ago has come down to a just a few dozen votes, with a judge likely to play a role…

Central N.Y. — Senator Rachel May (D-Onondaga, Madison, Oneida) announced that over $700,000 in library construction funding will be awarded to libraries in her district. Projects include upgrading lighting, refinishing parking lots, improving HVAC systems, renovating children’s rooms and restrooms,…

The Oneida County Sheriff’s Office was happy to provide ten turkeys to Dr. Mark Montgomery, the founder of Joseph’s Experience. These Thanksgiving turkeys will be given to families in the community who have children that are suffering. From left, Sgt.…

Wampsville, N.Y. — Madison County has recognized its employees for their years of service.

Oneida, N.Y. — Police Chief John Little was formally sworn into office at a ceremony after Tuesday's Common Council meeting at the Kallet Theater on Nov. 17. He was joined by fellow officers also being appointed/promoted within the Oneida City…

NEW YORK — Local government sales tax revenue declined by 5.2% in October compared to the same month last year, according to State Comptroller Thomas P. DiNapoli. October’s sales tax collections totaled $1.4 billion for counties and cities, or $74.4…

Wampsville, N.Y. — Madison County officials have weighed in on the 2021 budget, county affairs, and COVID-19 during the holidays.

Wampsville, N.Y. — Madison County Health Department (MCDOH) will no longer be announcing possible COVID-19 exposure locations, such as stores and restaurants, in Madison County.

From left, Elise Allen, The Oneida Commons, Kim Caro, Chamber President from Caro- Northrup Allstate Agency, Rachel Siderine, Chamber Treasurer from AmeriCU Credit Union, Linda Bailey, Chamber Board from Better Hearing of Madison County, and Wendy Matters, Chamber Board from…

Oneida, N.Y. — The Oneida Health Auxiliary recently announced the kick-off to their annual Light a Light for Love Campaign that allows community members a way to publicly show appreciation for their loved ones or acknowledge the work of a…

Canastota, N.Y. — The Canastota Board of Education appointed Vanessa McClowry on Tuesday, Nov. 10, as the new Principal of South Side Elementary School, which serves about 200 students in grades 2-3.

Sherrill, N.Y. — Searching for the perfect kids gift this holiday season? For the first time ever, Hotaling Imports Inc. is offering its specialty toys at great discounts right out of their warehouse in Sherrill.

The BOCES Consortium of Continuing Education offers three of the four pathways at no cost to the student. Call at (315) 334 – 8000 and organizers determine where they can best serve you. The program has preparation classes with morning,…

Rome, N.Y. — The New York State Police in Marcy is investigating a homicide that occurred at the Red Carpet Inn, 799 Lawrence St., in the outer district of Rome, on Nov. 15, at approximately 12:15 p.m.

Q. A few years ago, I had the factory air conditioning on my 1970 Oldsmobile converted from Freon R12 to R-134a. This summer the air conditioner only blew arm air. My question is can I convert back to Freon and…

Top-down fun in the sun is all the norm in the GT C.

Thanksgiving is here.History will record the defeat of Donald Trump, the would-be dictator and corrupter of American democracy, as a turning point in this country. My neighbors, and all those people who were really afraid that this country was done…

To the editor:

Utica, N.Y. — Oneida County cases have been on the rise reaching the highest active case-total reported for the county to date. In just a single day cases rose by 108.

The first thing that a new employee with Cornell Cooperative Extension realizes is that they have access to an incredible amount of information and research. There are resources such as Cornell Small Farms Program that can be matched with producers…

State Sen. Joseph Griffo, R-C-I-Rome, announced that New Hartford resident Tom Buono has been inducted into the New York State Senate Veterans’ Hall of Fame. The Hall of Fame was created to honor and recognize outstanding veterans from the state…

Oneida, N.Y. — Oneida Health announced that effective immediately, all routine visitation at the hospital and extended care facility will be restricted as a precautionary measure due to the increased prevalence of COVID-19 in nearby communities. This also includes individuals…

Utica, N.Y. — As the number of individuals testing positive for COVID-19 in Oneida County has been steadily increasing this month, Mohawk Valley Health System (MVHS) has been examining additional measures it can take to continue to keep its patients,…

Oneida, N.Y. — The City of Oneida is getting a whole lot brighter as a $700,000 LED streetlight conversion project is underway.

NEW YORK (AP) — After months of loosening coronavirus restrictions, New York state took a step backward Wednesday, limiting the maximum size of private gatherings to 10 people and ordering restaurants, bars and gyms to close no later than 10…

Wampsville, N.Y. — The Madison County WAVEM association along with officials, families, and residents celebrated Veterans Day with a ceremony at 11 a.m. in the atrium of the County Office Building.

Georgetown, N.Y. — State Police in Morrisville is investigating a fatal crash that occurred on Nov. 10 on State Route 26 in the town of Georgetown.

Syracuse, N.Y. — The U.S. Attorney’s Office Northern District of New York reported that Shawn Tompkins, 40, of Hubbardsville, appeared in federal court on Nov. 4 on a criminal complaint charging him with federal methamphetamine and marijuana distribution charges, and…

Wampsville, N.Y. — Via a letter sent Oct. 13, 2020, the Madison Board of Supervisors informed the Madison Legal Defense Bureau, which oversees the Madison Public Defenders office, that the county would not be renewing their contract in 2021. One…

Hamilton, N.Y. — The Partnership for Community Development (PCD) is now accepting applications for Rural Business Technology Grants, a new micro-grant program utilizing technology to help farm and forestry-based businesses grow.

Central New York — Oneida Nation Enterprises (ONE) has updated its health and safety plan to include new screening requirements for out-of-state guests (excluding border states) starting Nov. 6, 2020.

Cazenovia, N.Y. — The New York State Police, at the request of Madison County Sheriff Todd Hood is investigating an officer-involved shooting incident that occurred in Chittenango Falls State Park.

As the pandemic continues in the United States and throughout the world, local communities have banned together to aid businesses and individuals who have been impacted by the crisis. At the height of COVID-19, The Arc Madison Cortland was mandated…

Utica, N.Y. — To shed some light on the upcoming holiday season, Utica Zoo is introducing Bright Nights at the Utica Zoo, presented by Baird, which will launch on Friday, Nov. 27 from 5-8 p.m. and run each Thursday through…

Oneida, N.Y. — The City of Oneida officially appointed Assistant Chief John Little as chief of police, effective Nov. 5. Little was previously acting police chief following former Chief Paul Thompson being placed on paid administrative leave in mid-September.

Carrie Large, a longtime senior leader at ACR Health, has been named the new executive director of the Friends of the Rosamond Gifford Zoo. The Friends of the Zoo board of directors selected Large following a national search to fill…