Tom is a Multimedia Journalist for NEWSChannel 2.

Title: Multimedia Journalist

When he's not losing control of the remote to his wife and two kids, Tom is a Multimedia Journalist for NEWSChannel 2. He's been with WKTV since 2005.

NY GOP gubernatorial candidate Mike Carpinelli makes stop in Oneida County

The Lewis County Sheriff, who announced his candidacy for New York State Governor last June, spoke at a meeting of the Shooter's Committee on Political Education or "SCOPE" in Deerfield. The meeting was held at the Fraternal Order of Eagles Club on Cosby Manor Road.

Oneonta mask ordinance reconsidered

Members of Oneonta's Common Council Legislative Committee are considering changes to the downtown mask ordinance after New York adopts new CDC guidelines.

All aboard for National Train Day

Saturday was National Train Day, although thanks to Mother Nature, it felt more like National Rain Day. That didn’t stop the folks at the new Lackawanna Trail Park from celebrating though.

Ava Planning Board meeting shut down after large crowd forces it outside

Many residents showed up at the town hall to learn more about the project. So many in fact that due to covid 19 restrictions the presentation had to be moved outside to the parking lot to safely accommodate everyone.

Focus group gives input on search for New Hartford superintendent

Concerned parents, alumni, and community members met with Search Consultant Patricia N. Kilburn, Ed.D.to give their input on the attributes, experiences, and desired skills they'd like to see in a new superintendent.

Rome NAACP holds virtual "Meet the Candidates"

There are currently five candidates running for three open seats on the Rome School Board.

Drone festival highlights MVCC's Remotely Piloted Aircraft Systems degree program

The event featured interactive demonstrations of many different types of drones, including racing drones, hands-on racing simulators, and the opportunity to fly a mini-drone. First-timers got the opportunity to pilot a hover drone so they could get a feel for the controls.

UC students, faculty & staff, march to take back the night

Over 75 participants marched from the Strebel Student Center around the campus to show solidarity between sexual assault survivors and their supporters, and to proclaim their right to safety.

St. Mary of Mount Carmel/Blessed Sacrament Church hold food drive-thru

With weekly offerings down due to the pandemic, churches are looking for other ways to raise money for the services they provide the local community.

Wanted: volunteer firefighters

Local departments say volunteers are needed now more than ever, and that there are more things you can do to help out your community than just fighting fires.

County data is updated nightly.

Cases: 2075539

Reported Deaths: 52770