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Iran deal adds to growing list of failures and broken promises
Broken promises and betrayal are the words that come to mind when I look at the United State’s agreement with Iran.

Americans’ concerns about AI outweigh excitement nearly threefold: Poll
Americans are nearly three times as likely to be concerned rather than excited about the growing footprint of artificial intelligence in society, according to a new biweekly survey about the public’s sentiment on the advancing technology.

Obamacare rolls shrank dramatically in many states over the past year: Data
Health insurance costs have been rising across ACA and other health insurance programs at a time when voters in the approaching November elections say affordability is among their top concerns.
Today in History: July 11, the fall of Srebrenica
Today is Saturday, July 11, the 192nd day of 2026. There are 173 days left in the year.
Juvenile shot in Proctor Park; injuries not life-threatening
UTICA — A juvenile male was shot Friday evening in an isolated incident at Proctor Park, according to the Utica Police Department.
DRI: Proposal window now open for Rome waterfront projects
ROME — The submission window is now open for developers looking to take advantage of Rome’s second $10 million Downtown Revitalization Initiative (DRI) grant for projects along East Dominick Street and the waterfront.
Utica teenager shot at Proctor Park
UTICA — A 16-year-old is in stable condition after being shot multiple times at Proctor Park early Friday evening, according to the Utica Police Department. No arrests have been made so far.
Boilermaker runners, fans invited to annual Saranac Post-Race Party
UTICA — Thousands of runners, spectators, and community members are expected to gather at the F.X. Matt Brewing Co. on Sunday, July 12, for the annual Saranac Post-Race Party, a longtime tradition to cap off Boilermaker weekend.
UPDATED: 45-year-old woman dead in fall in Sangerfield; no foul play suspected
SANGERFIELD — A death is under investigation after a 45-year-old woman fell at Titan Homes on Route 12 in Sangerfield, according to the Oneida County Sheriff's Office. There are no signs of foul play, investigators stated.

Teen Injured in Proctor Park Shooting
Utica Police are investigating an early evening shooting at Proctor Park that left a 16-year-old injured.

Updated 2026 Bethel Woods Summer Concert Lineup
If you’re thinking about live music this summer, one of New York’s most iconic venues just dropped a lineup that’s going to get a lot of attention. Continue reading…