Oneida County has recognized the outstanding contributions of over 1,000 young people who took part in the Children Care initiative in 2025. The recognition ceremony, held on Tuesday, Feb. 17 in Utica, highlighted the positive impact these volunteers had on their community.
One person lost their life and another was severely injured in an early morning structure fire in Rome. Authorities have released the victim’s name, but additional details remain limited.
A 38-year-old woman in Camden, New York, is facing a felony charge for allegedly violating a protection order, the Oneida County Sheriff’s Office reports. The incident occurred during a domestic dispute on Saturday night, underscoring the serious consequences of breaching a court-ordered directive.
A severe house fire erupted late Saturday night on Oneida Street in the town of Paris. Multiple area fire departments responded, with officials confirming it was a fully involved blaze.
