Utica-Rome News

Utica's new Harbor Point was the location for the Albany Symphony's "Water Music New York: More Voices - Utica" on Thursday, July 3, 2025.

A Fourth of July celebration on a peaceful Upstate New York lake turned deadly when a fireworks accident caused a massive explosion. Here’s what we know so far.

Expect slower rides. Lane closures on the New York State Thruway are hitting the Hudson Valley for weeks.

IKEA is coming to Destiny USA in 2025, bringing Swedish furniture, meatballs, and 70,000 sq. ft. of smart design to Central New York.

The DEC’s Snapshot NY program turns your trail cam photos into real wildlife data. Here’s how you can join the statewide effort, no science degree required.

Santa swaps sleigh for speed. Christmas in July is happening at the Utica-Rome Speedway.

Celebrate Christmas in July at the Utica Zoo with Santa, games, and life-sized dinosaurs.

Sylvan Beach Pirate’s Weekend 2025 brings parades, treasure hunts, live music, and family fun to Central New York July 17th–20th.

Feeling stuck or hopeful? This week’s tarot cards reveal emotional shifts, breakthroughs, and generosity in the next two weeks.

A fatal shooting on July 4th in Utica spiraled into violent confrontations with police, leaving one dead, an officer injured, and multiple arrests made.

Join the fun in Rome for the 2025 Honor America Days Parade and 5K.

Frustrated Central New York residents want fireworks banned again after nights of non-stop noise, smoke, and frightened pets.