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Good morning to you Utica! Catch up on our news and events right here. Keep reading to stay in the know. ☕️️

In today's newsletter:

  • What county inspectors already found at four Utica smoke shops.
  • How Utica's Assembly district is honoring local sheriff's deputies
  • How a former Utica Comet could crack the Devils' lineup.

Also on today's calendar: Blithe Spirit and 9 more events.

Today's riddle: What do an island and the letter "t" have in common? 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

  • Sunday: Periods of rain, with a high of 62 and low of 46 degrees.
  • Monday: More clouds than sun, temps: high: 65, low: 43.
  • Tuesday: Times of clouds and sun, with a high of 64 and low of 42 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

• Smoke shop inspection in Rome yields more drug seizures (cnyhomepage.com) — Oneida County health officials have seized thousands of flavored vapes and hundreds of kratom products in a series of inspections, including four earlier crackdowns in Utica shops. A new raid in Rome continues the countywide effort, with cannabis regulators padlocking one business and investigations into these enforcement actions still underway across the region.
   

• Buttenschon honors Maciol with New York State Assembly Resolution (oneidadispatch.com) — Utica residents are represented in the 119th Assembly District, where Assemblywoman Marianne Buttenschon has honored Oneida County Sheriff Rob Maciol and his office with a New York State Assembly Resolution for Sheriff's Week. She highlighted how the sheriff's team supports safety across the Mohawk Valley, including schools and neighborhoods that directly affect Utica families.
   

• Three keys to Seamus Casey making the Devils' opening night lineup (pucksandpitchforks.com) — Utica hockey fans will recognize Seamus Casey from his injury-shortened stint with the Utica Comets, where he still produced nearly two-thirds of a point per game. As he battles for a New Jersey Devils roster spot, his health, offensive spark, and ability to force tough lineup decisions could shape both his NHL future and the Comets' defensive depth picture.
   

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What your neighbors are talking about on social media

  • Love their "VIP board" in the lobby for the day's pets being seen.
    Always take time to answer any questions, and never feel rushed. (Nextdoor West Utica)
  • I'm looking for a reliable snowplow contractor for the upcoming winter season.
    Any suggestions? Name and contact information if possible. Thanks (Nextdoor South Utica)
  • Bass Pro Shops posted a job opening for Customer Service Team Lead in Utica. Apply here.
  • Subway posted a job opening for Team Member - Days/Opening Shift in Utica. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Utica here.

🗞 Nearby News

New Hartford

  • Dolgeville wins again with third starter at quarterback (uticaod.com)
  • Sitrin Health Care Center cuts ribbon on 75 years serving the Mohawk Valley (uticaod.com)

Marcy

  • Parent rescued after getting lost on bathroom break while hiking with son in ADK High Peaks (syracuse.com)
  • Robert Brooks family to discuss settlement at Rochester news conference (democratandchronicle.com)
  • JAY-Z Looks Back: 30 Years of Music, Memories, & Legacy (younghollywood.com)

Ok Utica! So now you're in the loop about what's happening today. Thanks for reading, and see you in your inbox next time! Oh -- and if you like what you're reading, invite a friend to Patch AM!

-- The Patch AM Team

P.S. The answer to today's riddle: They are both in the middle of water. (Thank you Curt K. for sending it in!)
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