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Utica Superintendent Christopher Spence alleges the school board discriminated and retaliated against him after he raised concerns about its conduct. Support the show: http://URSentinel.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Utica is coordinating city departments, residents, and businesses to clean, inspect, and prepare roads, public spaces, and race areas ahead of the annual Boilermaker Road Race. Support the show: http://URSentinel.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

New York’s historic Merci Train boxcar, a 1949 gift from France thanking Americans for postwar aid, has been moved from Whitesboro to Union Station in Utica for continued preservation. Support the show: http://URSentinel.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Munson’s Arts Festival returns July 11th through the 19th in Utica, with a packed week of art, music, dancing, family activities, and special museum events. Support the show: http://URSentinel.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Utica marked Independence Day and the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence with its annual Fourth of July parade down Genesee Street, featuring local groups, first responders, officials, and community celebrations continuing later at Harbor Point. Support the show: http://URSentinel.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Joseph Murphy, the father of the man who killed Syracuse police officer Michael Jensen and Onondaga County Sheriff’s Lieutenant Michael Hoosock, was sentenced to weekend jail time for an unrelated illegal gun possession charge, as Jensen’s family spoke about the lasting impact of Michael’s death. Support the show: http://URSentinel.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy info...

A Rome homeowner discovered a vintage engagement ring and matching wedding band, worth about $5,000, after a basement pipe repair at her 1857 home. Support the show: http://URSentinel.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Across the Mohawk Valley and surrounding areas, Independence Day weekend will bring parades, fireworks, festivals, and family-friendly celebrations as communities mark America’s 250th anniversary observance. Support the show: http://URSentinel.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A judge granted one final delay in Gregory Mignot Jr.’s Rome murder case, moving his next court date to July 20 as he faces charges in the fatal stabbing of Michael Brown. Support the show: http://URSentinel.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Rome will host a free July 11th community celebration at Bellamy Harbor Park featuring activities, food vendors, an Albany Symphony Orchestra concert with an original piece about the city, and a closing drone show. Support the show: http://URSentinel.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Utica Glass has relaunched under new owner and CEO Kola Aina, with plans to preserve its local legacy while expanding its commercial glazing capabilities and regional reach. Support the show: http://URSentinel.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Boilermaker Road Race founder Earle Reed is retiring from the Board of Directors but will remain involved after nearly 50 years of shaping one of Utica’s signature community events. Support the show: http://URSentinel.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Cazenovia school board vice president, Travis Longo, is now facing state child endangerment charges and federal child pornography charges. Support the show: http://URSentinel.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A Utica woman’s guinea pig population grew from two misidentified pets to about 100 animals, prompting rescues to step in as many needed medical care and some may now be pregnant. Support the show: http://URSentinel.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Our Lady of the Rosary Church in New Hartford will close and eventually be sold because of costly repairs and limited parish finances, with Our Lady of Lourdes becoming the parish’s sole worship site on July 16. Support the show: http://URSentinel.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mohawk Valley Health System and Excellus Blue Cross Blue Shield have announced a three-year effort called the Mohawk Valley Partnership for Healthy Lifestyles Initiative. Support the show: http://URSentinel.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On Wednesday, Jennifer Gudnaya said her custody dispute with former deputy Aaron Alshaman came just before he allegedly set fire to her family’s home. Support the show: http://URSentinel.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The "A Call to Men Football Camp" at Utica University used football drills, mentorship, and John Petrelli’s story of overcoming paralysis to teach local boys leadership, resilience, respect, and character. Support the show: http://URSentinel.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Rome Free Academy valedictorian Elijah Pomales was honored with an early graduation ceremony before leaving for the Air Force Academy, where he hopes to eventually serve in the Space Force. Support the show: http://URSentinel.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jury selection is set to begin today in Utica for the trial of former county sheriff’s deputy Aaron Alshaman, who's facing serious charges tied to an alleged arson at the home of his infant child’s mother. Support the show: http://URSentinel.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Madison County is still reckoning with the fallout from a massive Ponzi scheme that prosecutors say drained millions of dollars from nearly a thousand investors. Support the show: http://URSentinel.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A legal notice has been filed after the February explosion that destroyed Abundant Life Church in Boonville. But the attorney representing the church’s pastor says that doesn't mean a lawsuit is coming. Support the show: http://URSentinel.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Over the weekend, the Oneida County Pride Alliance’s fourth annual Pride Festival celebrated LGBTQ community, visibility, and activism. Support the show: http://URSentinel.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

More than 530 people gathered Saturday at Delta Lake State Park for the fifth annual Relay For Life of Central New York, continuing a local tradition of support for people affected by cancer. Support the show: http://URSentinel.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Elaine Lindsey, a longtime Utica Special Olympics athlete, made her hometown Summer Games especially meaningful by competing alongside her husband and son. Support the show: http://URSentinel.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.