Oneida News

12/20/2025

Huge thanks to Love Living Local 315 (with Becky & Scott Grates) for having me on the show! We had a great conversation about chasing what you love (and figuring out the money part along the way), why Oneida News means so much to me, and what I’m cooking up for the next season. Take a watch if you have time and make sure you Like & Support what they are doing!

Next season coming soon.

In this episode, we sit down with Adam Vanderhoof, founder of Oneida News and one of Central New York’s most genuine local storytellers. Adam takes us all the way back to the beginning — from filming in his parents’ basement to building a hyper-local video series that now racks up hundreds of thousands of views. What started as a passion for storytelling turned into a powerful platform focused on something we don’t get nearly enough of: positive local news 🎥

Adam opens up about leaving Oneida for Washington, D.C., why the pull of community brought him back home, and how that return reignited his mission to highlight the people, businesses, and stories that make the area special. We talk about why positivity matters more than ever, how Oneida News operates more like a “Netflix-style” seasonal series than a traditional news outlet, and why Adam has zero interest in monetizing the platform — choosing instead to give back to the community whenever possible 🫶

From veterans’ stories that bring real perspective, to local restaurants, food trucks, and everyday people quietly making a difference, this conversation is a reminder that some of the most powerful stories are happening right around the corner — if you’re willing to slow down and tell them the right way 🎤

We Discuss:
• How Oneida News started in 2012 — and why Adam chose to focus exclusively on positive local stories
• The challenges and rewards of staying hyper-local in a world driven by national headlines and negativity
• Why veterans’ stories have become some of the most meaningful episodes Adam has ever filmed
• The evolution of content creation — from kitchen-table interviews to polished, high-impact storytelling
• Advice for young creatives who want to start creating now, even without money, gear, or experience

This one is full of heart, perspective, and a whole lot of love for Central New York.

09/05/2025

BREAKING SPECIAL REPORT: Oneida News has your first look at the brand new restaurant taking over the old Daily Dispatch building — Jadie & June’s. LIKE and SHARE for a chance to win a $100 gift card and be among the very first to enjoy it. Contest ends September 12th.

09/05/2025

See you tonight at 8PM. We’ve got a sneak peek you won’t believe, plus a prize giveaway you won’t want to miss.

08/30/2025

It’s been quiet here for a bit. How about some positive news to break the silence? 09/05 @ 8pm.

08/11/2025

🚨 BREAKING NEWS 🚨 Direct from Mayor Rick Rossi — demolition at the old Hotel Oneida begins soon, with an official groundbreaking ceremony also coming soon! We’ll be there covering this milestone moment as our downtown moves toward an exciting new chapter.

07/28/2025

Huge thanks to all the sponsors and donors who helped power Season 6 of Oneida News! We couldn’t have done it without you. If your name’s on this winners list, shoot me a message this week so we can get your prize to you.

We’re taking a quick break to catch our breath, but if there’s a story that needs to be told or something big breaks in Oneida, you can count on a special segment to cover it.

Oneida Movieplex
Mine And Consign
Danielle Maneen Elsaesser w/ Hair Studio 102 Inc.
Liberty Tabletop
Allen Eye Associates

07/22/2025

🚨 Oneida News Season 6 Finale 🚨

We’ve got an update on the old Oneida Hotel, the Mayor gives his take on the state of the city and what’s ahead, Ben and Tim officially become one (don’t ask), and Cody Watson returns to the Oneida Movieplex for his final movie review in the place it all began.

Share episode & Comment below which prize you’d like to win. If you’re interested in more than one, comment separately for each.

Allen Eye Associates – $500 Gift Card
Mine and Consign – $50 Gift Card
Hair Studio 102 – $50 Gift Card
Double Lotus Reiki – 60 Minute Reiki Session
Liberty Tabletop – Flatware Set

It’s been an absolute privilege bringing you Oneida News this season! Thank you for watching, sharing, and laughing with us. If you want to see it return this fall, let’s show this finale some love. Like it, share it, and get ready for one last episode that’s packed with everything you’ve come to expect (and maybe a few things you didn’t). Let’s go out strong and come back even better.

07/21/2025

Sad News: Tonight at 8PM is the final episode of Oneida News this season

Good News: COMMENT BELOW how long (minutes and seconds) tonight's episode is and you could win tickets to Oneida Movieplex. Closest person wins.

Best News: We’re giving away a ridiculous amount of prizes tonight (like, too many), and yes—Oneida News is coming back for Season 7!

07/17/2025

Last Double Dipping with Ben & Tim had to end with something completely next level. And we delivered.

Tune in Monday at 8PM.

07/13/2025

Hey everyone, I’m fully locked in this week (and next) putting together the big Season 7 finale of Oneida News, dropping Monday, July 21st at 8PM. If you’re a local business and want to throw a gift card or prize into the mix for our finale giveaways, shoot me a DM. We’ll make sure your business gets a solid shoutout, and every prize will go to random viewers tuning in.

Week after week, this show has been all about shining a light on the good stuff happening right here in Oneida—people stepping up, businesses giving back, and stories that remind us this place has a whole lot of heart. Let’s finish strong and keep that momentum going. If you’re feeling generous, invite a few others to follow the page before Monday. Let’s close this season out right.