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09/03/2025

Found Dog Alert – Tilden Ave
This morning (Wednesday), a tan and white female pit bull mix was found on the 300 block of Tilden Avenue in Utica.

If this pup belongs to you—or you recognize her—please reach out to the Utica Police Department at 315-223-3461.

Let’s help her get back home safely!

09/03/2025

On July 19, 2025, Utica Police responded to Albany Street School after an alarm activation. School staff reviewing surveillance video discovered that several juveniles had gained access via the roof.

Inside the building, the youths stole athletic equipment before fleeing. Investigators learned they had climbed a fence and jumped onto the roof to enter the school.

With help from the School District and the Mohawk Valley Crime Analysis Center, four suspects have been identified and charged so far. They are aged 14, 14, 16, and 17. Due to their ages, identities are not being released.

Charges:

Burglary in the 3rd degree

Petit Larceny

All four received Appearance Tickets returnable to Family Court/Probation. Additional suspects and charges may be forthcoming as the investigation continues.

This case highlights the ongoing need for vigilance in protecting our schools and community spaces.

09/03/2025

On Tuesday, September 2 - A deputy with the Oneida County Stop DWI Patrol stopped a vehicle in the Village of Clinton and arrested 43-year-old James L. Wier of Hamilton. Wier was driving with a revoked license following a previous DWI earlier this year.

Tragically, there were two children in the car, ages 14 and 9. Wier now faces:

Two counts of Leandra’s Law DWI

Two counts of Endangering the Welfare of a Child

Felony Aggravated Unlicensed Operation (1st degree)

Other related traffic offenses

He’s being held at the Oneida County Jail and is scheduled for arraignment Wednesday, September 3.

This serves as a stark reminder: driving impaired is never worth the risk, especially with kids in the car. Stay safe, Oneida County.

09/03/2025

The Oneida County Sheriff’s Office says a Utica woman has been arrested after deputies responded to a reported domestic dispute on September 1.

Investigators say K’la Valentine was involved in a physical altercation with the victim, who was holding his child at the time. The victim suffered multiple scratches and marks. Deputies later confirmed that an active order of protection had been issued in the victim’s favor.

The case was turned over to the Sheriff’s Domestic Violence Unit, which led to Valentine being charged with:

**Harassment in the Second Degree

**Criminal Contempt in the First Degree

**Endangering the Welfare of a Child

09/02/2025

08/31/2025

New York State Police Arrest Suspect in NYS Fair Assault

Just after midnight on Sunday, August 31, 2025, State Police responded to a reported assault at Santillo’s Sausage food stand at the New York State Fair.

Investigators say two employees got into a verbal argument while closing up for the night. During the dispute, 25-year-old Branden J. Brown of York, Pennsylvania, struck a co-worker in the face with a culinary knife, injuring the victim’s cheek.

The victim was taken to Upstate Hospital for treatment.

Brown fled before troopers arrived but was later found and taken into custody without incident. He is charged with:

Assault in the Second Degree (Class D felony)

Criminal Possession of a Weapon in the Third Degree (Class D felony)

Brown was arraigned in Onondaga CAP Court.

08/30/2025

**Remembering Kim Simon: 40 Years Later**

On Sept 18, 1985, 16-year-old Kim Simon disappeared on her way to school in Marcy, NY. Found murdered the next day, the wrong man was convicted—and later exonerated. Her killer is still out there.

Now, her classmates are sharing her story in Silence and Shame: The Murder of Kim Simon, a documentary shining new light on this haunting cold case.

Premiere: Sept 18, 2025 | The Stanley Theatre, Utica
Tickets: $5 presale | $10 at the door

Her story isn’t over. Justice still needs a voice.

08/29/2025

Enjoy it while it lasts—today’s shaping up beautifully with partly sunny skies and comfortable 70s on the thermometer. But don’t get too cozy: a cold front slides in late this afternoon, sparking showers and maybe even a stray thunderstorm. Then comes the real change—our first taste of fall arrives Friday. Highs only in the upper 50s to low 60s north of the Southern Tier, while the Southern Tier and NEPA hang on to the mid 60s to low 70s.

08/27/2025

State Police say a body was recovered Monday afternoon from Fish Creek near the Treasure Isle RV Park on Haskins Road.

Troopers were called just after 2:40 p.m. on August 25 and found the body of 44-year-old James E. Baker of Rome, NY. He was pronounced dead at the scene.

Investigators believe it was an accidental drowning, though the official cause of death is awaiting results from the Onondaga County Medical Examiner’s Office.

The Vienna Fire Department, AmCare Ambulance, and the Oneida County Sheriff’s Marine Unit assisted at the scene.

08/26/2025

Update: Lauren A. North, has been located and in good health. Thank you everyone for the assistance.

Missing Person – Syracuse Area

The New York State Police are asking for help locating Lauren A. North, 34, from Liverpool, NY. She was last seen leaving St. Joseph’s Hospital in Syracuse on August 6, 2025, around 2:45 p.m. and is believed to be on foot.

Lauren is 5’4”, 200 lbs, and her clothing at the time is unknown. Family says this behavior is unusual for her. She may be in Onondaga or Oswego County.

If you have any information, please contact State Police at (315) 366-6000, referencing case .

08/26/2025

Cooler air is making its way south across Central NY and Northeast PA on Tuesday, bringing a crisp touch to the region.

Get the whole forecast any time of the day or night on Retro 80’s Radio 24/7 at retro80s247.com