Karina Gerry
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Utica, NY, United States
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Mix and match COVID-19 booster shots approved by the FDA
Those eligible to receive a booster shot can now get any of the available brands of COVID vaccines, Moderna Pfizer or Johnson and Johnson after the FDA-approved mixing boosters yesterday. → Read More
Utica school district wants Hochul’s help with bus driver shortage
UTICA, N.Y. (WUTR) — Utica City School District Superintendent Bruce Karam has called on Gov. Kathy Hochul to step in with the National Guard to help with the district’s bus driver shortage. “We need some type of temporary relief somehow,” Karam said. “To keep us going. I want to keep us open, so this request […] → Read More
Examining New York’s Restaurant Resiliency Program
UTICA, N.Y. (WUTR) — At the beginning of the month, Gov. Kathy Hochul announced a new statewide initiative that puts aside up to $25 million in grants for restaurants that are willing to provide meals for underserved communities. “It’s really timing is perfect when you think of restaurants and what they’ve faced from the pandemic,” said […] → Read More
Protect yourself online; Cybersecurity Awareness Month
In honor of Cyber Security Awareness month I spoke with cyber security expert, Tony Martino about what you can do to stay safe online. → Read More
Bridie Farrell announces congressional campaign to challenge Stefanik
A new democratic challenger has entered the race for Congress against incumbent Elise Stefanik for the NY-21st congressional district. Former U.S. speed skater Bridie Farrell announced via a video on Twitter Wednesday that she would be launching her campaign. → Read More
Ex-Rep. Brindisi campaigning for NYS Supreme court justice
UTICA, N.Y. (WUTR) — Anthony Brindisi is hoping to return to public service, as he announced that he will be running for State Supreme Court justice this November. “Besides my family,” Brindisi explained. “Public service and the rule of law are things that I love the most in life and by serving as a Supreme […] → Read More
NYS Legislature to hold hearings across the state on county board of elections
UTICA, N.Y. (WUTR) — The NY-22nd election exposed many flaws in the system this past November, including failures to register voters, misplaced ballots, and the recent New York City primaries. These issues are not just a county-by-county problem, but a state problem. That’s why Sen. Zellnor Myrie, Chair of the legislature’s Election Committee, will hold […] → Read More
Ticks increase across New York
UTICA, N.Y. (WUTR) — Warmer weather means beach days and hanging by the pool, but it also means bug season. This year, there has already been a reported increase in ticks across New York, and summer only just started. “There’s been reported an increase in the number of ticks in the field recently because of […] → Read More
Fonda man accused of forcibly touching two underage girls
The New York State Police arrested Scott Kneeskern, 41, of Fonda, after they say he had inappropriate contact with two girls under the age of 17. Police say the incident happened at a home in Fonda. → Read More
Warren county COVID and vaccine update
On July 2 Warren County gave out a COVID and vaccine update. → Read More
Man running 555 miles on Empire State Trail reaches Utica
UTICA, N.Y. (WUTR) — While the rest of us have spent the last few days complaining about the intense heat, Wai Law has been running 55 miles a day in it. Wai is running the Empire State Trail, in honor of a friend’s father, who died in 2017 after a battle with Parkinson’s Disease. Wai’s […] → Read More
Man plans on running 555 miles in 10 days on the Empire State Trail
UTICA, N.Y. (WUTR) — Wai Law isn’t your typical accountant. He plans to run 555 miles in 10 days in honor of Ruban Almodovar—the late father of Wai’s close friend, Dennis—who died from Parkinson’s in 2017. “Dennis keeps saying that it’s an honor that I’m doing this for him. It’s really my pleasure and honor […] → Read More
Schumer’s semiconductor bill could mean big things for Mohawk Valley
UTICA, N.Y. (WUTR) — Sen. Chuck Schumer’s United States Innovation and Competition Act of 2021 is expected to pass in the Senate this week with bipartisan support, which could mean big things for the Mohawk Valley. “We’re very thankful for senator Schumer and his work to get the federal funding and hopefully we’ll be able […] → Read More
NYS lawmaker calling to end pandemic assistance payments
UTICA, N.Y. (WUTR) — New York State Senator Joseph Griffo is urging the New York State Department of Labor to take action to get people back to work. “We’re here today to talk about the continuing challenge that is facing our businesses across not only this region, our state, but this nation,” Griffo says. Businesses […] → Read More
Rivers Casino & Resort drop mask policy for vaccinated guests
Rivers Casino & Resort announced Friday that they are dropping their mask policy for vaccinated guests. Those who are not vaccinated or partially vaccinated will still have to wear a mask. Guests will not need to show proof of vaccination and will be based on the honor system. → Read More
New York representatives introduce aid to rural hospitals
UTICA, N.Y. (WUTR) — State representatives Claudia Tenney, Antonio Delgado, John Katko, Tom Reed, and Elise Stefanik introduced the access to Rural Communities Act last week, A bipartisan bill to help rural hospitals maintain operations after a financially hard year. “Remember so many of them struggled and suffered during the pandemic last year,” Rep. Tenney […] → Read More
Boilermaker Road Race 2021 logo revealed
UTICA, N.Y. (WUTR) — The 2021 Boilermaker Road Race logo was unveiled this week at the Boilermaker headquarters located on Court Street in Utica. For the third year in a row, the logo was designed by Ryan McGrogan of McGrogan Design. “The 2021 logo is especially significant for a variety of reasons most notably it […] → Read More
Increase in cyberattacks renews interest in cybersecurity
UTICA, N.Y. (WUTR) — The May 7 ransomware attack on the Colonial Pipeline renewed national attention to the importance of cybersecurity as one of the nation’s largest pipelines was forced to pay $5 million to its attackers to get access back to their systems. The attack brought further light on how vulnerable people and businesses […] → Read More
Scott declares EMS week, urges Vermonters to get vaccinated
The governor said more than 100,000 requests for EMS response are answered yearly across Vermont. → Read More
NYS Legislature Hopes to Pass Adult Survivors Act by June
ALBANY, N.Y. (WUTR/WFXV/WPNY-TV)– There has been a renewed push for the Adult Survivors Act in Albany, with sponsors of the bill hoping to get it passed before the end of the legislative session in June. The bill, which is based on the Child Victims Act, would create a special one-year look-back window to allow individuals […] → Read More