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Hoffman skeptical of 23rd Congressional election vote tally

ONEIDA COUNTY

The election may have been two weeks ago, but controversy still surrounds the results in the 23rd Congressional district. Conservative candidate Doug Hoffman wants to check the election vote tallies. And he's asking his supporters to donate to the cause. As our Sarah Hagen tells us, Hoffman's latest move is upsetting democrats and republicans alike.

Updated 6:08 AM


New Hartford taxes going up 46 percent

NEW HARTFORD

New Hartford residents are buzzing about next year's property taxes. The town board approved the 2010 budget Wednesday and it includes a 46 percent tax increase. Iris St. Meran spoke with some residents who were hoping for a different outcome.

Updated 6:11 AM


Woman charged with grand larceny

UTICA

Utica Police arrest a woman after she allegedly attempts to cover up a home invasion.

11/19/2009 06:35 AM


Two charged with robbery

UTICA

Two Utica men are arrested for robbery. Police responded to reports of a fight near Steuben and Eagle streets Wednesday at about 1 p.m.

11/19/2009 12:00 PM


Hunter found dead in Augusta

ONEIDA COUNTY

State Police are investigating a fatal hunting accident in Oneida County. They believe the man fell out of his tree stand and died. It happened in a wooded area off of Route 26 in the Town of Augusta.

Updated 11/19/2009 06:50 AM


Picente vetoes money approved for legal fees

The Oneida County Executive vetoes one of the resolutions in the 2010 budget. Last week, legislators passed the budget, which included $50,000 to pay legal fees for the Towns of Verona and Vernon.

Updated 11/19/2009 06:49 AM

Woman charged with DWI

An Oneida woman is arrested after driving into a swamp in the City of Rome.

11/19/2009 06:39 AM



Turning Stone hopes to prevent spread of flu

Turning Stone Resort and Casino doesn't want to take any chances with your health. To ensure the health and safety of employees and patrons, it has taken a number of safety precautions during the flu season.

Updated 11/19/2009 06:07 AM

State Police investigate crash involving trooper

State Police are investigating a crash involving one of their own Tuesday night in the Town of Verona.

Updated 11/18/2009 10:52 AM



Penn Traffic files for bankruptcy

Penn Traffic has filed for Chapter 11 Bankruptcy. The company, which is based in Syracuse and owns the P&C, Quality and BiLo supermarket chains, says they have filed for bankruptcy protection in order to facilitate the sale of its stores and assets.

11/18/2009 03:35 PM

Hoffman backs off concession in 23rd district race

It's been weeks since voters cast their ballots in the three way race for the 23rd Congressional District seat. A tightening of the numbers between democrat Bill Owens and conservative Doug Hoffman has led to talk of Hoffman "un-conceding." Our Bill Carey says the math indicates Hoffman may want to un-do that un-concession.

Updated 11/18/2009 06:02 AM



Lockheed Martin gets new contract

Good news after an announcement earlier in the week that Lockheed Martin System Integration in Owego would have to lay off additional workers.

Updated 1:04 PM

BCC selects new president

After patiently searching for over a year, Broome Community College unofficially selects their new president.

Updated 3:23 PM



Astronaut talks to OFA students

After flying 6.5 million miles above the earth, Colonel Doug Hurley, a 1984 graduate of Owego Free Academy, and an astronaut on the Endeavor shuttle crew, returned to his alma mater Friday morning.

Updated 1:05 PM

New guidelines for cervical cancer testing

Health issues are in the headlines again. First it was a change in screenings for breast cancer and now there are new guidelines for cervical cancer tests. Health reporter Marcie Fraser the details.

11/20/2009 03:57 PM



Orange roll over 12th-ranked Bears

The 24th-ranked Syracuse University men's basketball team rolled to a 95-73 win over number-12 California in the 2K Sports Classic at Madison Square Garden Thursday night.

Orange women improve to 3-0

The Syracuse University women's basketball team improved to 3-0 on the season with a 74-66 win over Alabama State Thursday night at Manley Field House.

Top recruit chooses Tennessee over Syracuse

Tobias Harris, one of the top high school basketball recruits in the country, has signed a letter of intent to play at the University of Tennessee.




Initial health care vote set for Saturday

The Senate has a test vote on a health care reform bill scheduled for Saturday night.

11/20/2009 01:24 PM

Prosecution rests in Joe Bruno trial

The federal corruption trial of former Senate Majority Leader Joe Bruno continued in Albany today with the prosecution resting after calling one of their key witnesses to the stand, businessman Jared Abbruzzese. Steve Ference has the details.

Updated 1:05 PM



Senator: FAA needs resources to prevent glitches

New York Senator Charles Schumer says the Federal Aviation Administration needs more resources to prevent problems like the computer glitch that's causing cancellations and flight delays nationwide.

11/19/2009 01:17 PM

FAA says flight computers working again

FAA officials say failed computers that delayed flights across the country are now working again. The air traffic controllers union says the computer failure involved both of the Federal Aviation Administration's computer centers in Salt Lake City and Atlanta.

11/19/2009 11:52 AM



Thanksgiving Roasted Squash and Mashed Potatoes

Two easy sides for a traditional Thanksgiving meal!

Treat your pooch to pumpkin!

This time of year pumpkins are every where and pumpkin treats are not just for people. Now, you can share the joys of pumpkins with your dog.

Stuffing and Roasting the Thanksgiving Turkey

Step by step process for stuffing and roasting a Thanksgiving turkey!




Thanksgiving Pumpkin Pie

A super easy Thanksgiving tradition!

Thanksgiving Bread Stuffing

A very simple, traditional bread stuffing!

Thanksgiving Dinner with Pan Gravy

A complete Thanksgiving meal topped off with a tasty pan gravy!