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.

Barneveld fire chief says it's important to heed warnings after juveniles become trapped on the water

The call came in around 5:30 Friday evening for two juveniles stranded on some rocks in the West Canada Creek near the lower Trenton Falls Dam. The two had been fishing when the water suddenly started to rise.

Whitesboro holds Halloween-themed Family Fun Night

Little ghosts and goblins, a few superheroes, even a baby shark or two, all enjoyed a nice evening filled with tricks and treats.

Registered voters have begun casting their ballots

The early voting started Saturday in Oneida County as well as other counties throughout New York and runs through Sunday, October 31st.

Utica schools superintendent asks governor to send in the National Guard to help with busing

That announcement came during an update from officials of Durham School Services on the current status of hiring more drivers. With the recent termination of some of the Durham bus drivers, however, they seem to be taking a step backward.

Dolgeville residents cleanup after severe storm rips through the village

High winds brought down numerous trees, some landing on cars, others bringing down power lines, and shutting down streets while crews worked to clear out the debris.

Local NAACP branches team up to hold virtual Meet the Candidates' Forum

The candidates included Anthony Brindisi and Danielle Fogel who are running for State Supreme Court Judge, as well as Jason Flemma and Karen Stanislaus who are running for Oneida County Family Court Judge

JPC Food Pantry card is now required for residents needing food assistance from Johnson Park

The pantry is setting up shop throughout October along West Street at the Johnson Park Center on Mondays and Tuesdays. Families in need can either drive-thru to get the food they need, or walk, depending on what day it is. The JPC Food Pantry operates rain or shine.

Spartan Spectacular makes spectacular return

6 local marching bands – Westmoreland, Kingston, Rome Free Academy, Mohonasen, New Hartford, and West Genesee - took to Don Edick Field at New Hartford high school, for the 48th annual Spartan Spectacular marching band competition.

Mohawk Valley Challengers play homecoming game at HCCC

It was a special night under the lights at HCCC's Wehrum Stadium for the Mohawk Valley Challengers' annual flag football homecoming game as they took on the Honey Badgers.

Landmarks Society offers tours of Rutger Mansions

"It's neat being here and knowing the famous Uticans that once lived here, and the famous people who once visited here,” said Landmarks Society of Greater Utica President, Steven Grant.

County data is updated nightly.

Cases: 2533155

Reported Deaths: 56222