.foundationhoc grants bolster area nonprofits uticaod.com/news/20190802/…

“Refugees tend to bring a really strong sense of community,” said director Loch Phillipps. “That’s, I think, one of the arguments we’re making in the film. These guys often bring a very gentle community spirit that we have lost in some ways.” uticaod.com/article/201908…

Drone developments benefit Rome, region uticaod.com/news/20190805/…

.Rep. Anthony Brindisi is calling on better regulation of sensitive content on social media after violent images were shared of Bianca Devins after she was killed in July.

Oneida County deputies investigate drowning on Delta Lake ift.tt/2ZFj7D5

After Bianca Devins was murdered in July, her family was sent photos of the teen's body. Rep. Anthony Brindisi is calling on social media platforms, like Instagram, to tighten standards and for the FTC to investigate the issue. uticaod.com/news/20190807/…

“I never wanted to see any of my old films,” said Cora Sue Collins. “It’s only over the last couple of years that I’ve had any interest in them, so I’m really excited about this because it will be the first time I’ve ever seen it.” uticaod.com/article/201908…

Life update: Today is my final day as a reporter at the Observer-Dispatch and my last story will appear in Monday's paper. It's been a heck of a ride reporting on so many different events in the Utica/Rome area. Keep an eye out for me in the Mohawk Valley area, I'll be around!

If you are in line before the polls close, stay in line. If you are having trouble casting your ballot, call our voter protection hotline: 1 (833) 336-8683

I need more devices. #ElectionNight

Polls close in three minutes in New York! #Election2020

I’m stress-eating pretzels, devouring leftover Halloween candy and chugging seltzer while watching results come in. #ElectionNightSelfCare

What does one watch to help lull them into a dreamless sleep after a night of waiting to find out the future of their country? Not asking for a friend. #ElectionNight

Turns out #EmilyInParis is everything I needed to distract me from #ElectionNight results. Thank goodness for #LucasBravo.

HISTORY. The first New Yorker, frontline nurse Sandra Lindsay, has been vaccinated. Healing is coming. Thank you, Sandra.

WATCH LIVE: Protesters breach U.S. Capitol building during Congress count of Electoral College votes x.com/i/broadcasts/1…

With all that's going on in the world, take the time to celebrate #RexManningDay today by watching one of the greatest movies ever made #EmpireRecords.

#BREAKING: Former Minneapolis police officer Derek Chauvin has been found guilty on all the counts he faced in the killing of George Floyd. trib.al/zCGuJ8F

In New York, every day is #EarthDay. From expanding electric vehicle infrastructure statewide to increasing renewable energy sources including solar and offshore wind, we will continue to lead to protect our planet. It’s up to all of us to protect it for future generations.

Today is a momentous day, and New Yorkers deserve it because it has been a long, long road. In honor of the lifting of nearly all COVID restrictions, and in gratitude of our essential workers, we'll have fireworks across the state to celebrate. Look out for them at 9:15pm! 🎆