Search The Hillbilly Media Archive

Gunfire Confirmed on Seymour Ave in Utica — Multiple Shell Casings Found, Bullets Hit Home

Utica Police confirmed that multiple gunshots were fired on Seymour Avenue around 2:25 AM, with shell casings recovered and bullets striking a home. No injuries...

Crime & Public Safety

Caught Once Wasn’t Enough: Police Say Pair Hit New Hartford Kohl’s More Than Once Before Getting Busted

New Hartford Police say two individuals are facing charges after multiple theft incidents at Kohl’s. Investigators tied separate cases together, including one s...

Shots Fired Inside Broadalbin Home Leads to Tense Standoff, Drone and Negotiators Called In

A Broadalbin man was taken into custody after authorities say he fired multiple rounds inside a home during a domestic situation. The incident triggered a large...

Community Watch

Poland School Parents Speak Out: Bullying Concerns, Bus Incident, and Silence From the District

Parents connected to Poland Central School District are coming forward with concerns about bullying, student safety, and a reported bus incident during a recent...

Community Watch

They Said “Nothing’s Wrong” — But More Students and a Parent Say Bullying and Racism Are Being Ignored at West Canada Valley

After our first report, more students and a parent have come forward with serious concerns about bullying, threats, and racism at West Canada Valley. The distri...

Car Ends Up in Verona Pond — Driver Walks Away, But Questions Still Floating

A vehicle ended up partially submerged in a pond near Route 365 in Verona, drawing a quick emergency response. The driver made it out safely, but the situation...

Crime & Public Safety

Utica Teen Caught With Loaded Handgun and 30-Round Magazine — Lucky Stop or Close Call?

An 18-year-old in Utica is facing multiple weapons charges after police say they found a loaded handgun with an extended magazine during a stop on Square Street...

Weird News

Heavy Police Response Near Lowe’s on Route 5 Sparks Concern — What Deputies Found in the Woods Caught Everyone Off Guard

Deputies responded late Sunday night to reports of noises in the woods near Lowe’s in Herkimer, prompting a noticeable police presence. After checking the area...

Crime & Public Safety

Shots Fired in Utica Turns Into Gun Arrest — Police Say Suspect Fired at People Before Ditching Weapon

Utica Police responded to reports of shots fired Tuesday morning near Oneida Square and quickly tracked down a suspect. Officers say the man allegedly fired at...

Gunshot Call Turns Into Death Investigation at New Hartford Municipal Offices, Police Say No Threat to Public

A reported gunshot near the New Hartford Municipal Offices triggered a major police response Saturday night. Authorities later confirmed an adult male was found...

Local News

Ilion Firefighter Ashley Faubert Killed in Crash — Community Mourns One of Its Own

Ilion firefighter and paramedic Ashley Faubert has died following a crash in Otsego County. Known for her service, heart, and commitment to her community, her l...

Scanner Alerts

Teen Left With Facial Injury After Overnight Incident on Howard Avenue in Utica

A late-night emergency call brought police and EMS to Howard Avenue in Utica after reports of a teen suffering a facial injury. Early dispatch traffic suggested...