Oneida County has officially banned the sale of kratom and kratom-derived products. Learn what the new law means, including enforcement, confiscations and potential fines.

“This project is yet another example of our ongoing commitment to make critical infrastructure investments throughout the Hudson Valley that focus on the needs of our communities, move our economy forward, and improve quality of life,” Governor Hochul said. “By replacing these outdated bridges, we are modernizing a key junction that New Yorkers depend on every day, ensuring that people and goods remain on the move and that our communities continue to grow and prosper.” The wo

Governor Kathy Hochul today announced more than $32 million in federal funding to support the efforts of 157 nonprofit organizations facing an increased risk of terrorist or other extremist attacks to strengthen the security of their facilities, as well as enhance their overall preparedness. This funding, provided by the Federal Emergency Management Agency through its Nonprofit Security Grant Program, is being allocated to New York through two separate awards — $28.4 million

City and State Partnership Will Study First Thermal Energy Network (TEN) in a U.S. Transit System as Part of Chambers Street J/Z Station Revitalization Project Governor Hochul Announced on August 7

“As alleged, the defendant caused a scene of destruction and mayhem by setting a fire at the entrance to a federal building in lower Manhattan which houses thousands of federal employees and receives hundreds of visitors daily,” said U.S. Attorney Jay Clayton. “I am thankful for the brave, swift response of our law enforcement partners who stopped the defendant before he could cause greater harm. Once again, our bravest ran to the fire. Anyone who commits reckless acts tha

WASHINGTON, D.C. — July 22, 2026 — The Trump Administration announced a sweeping expansion of its Genesis Mission, committing more than $5 billion in new federal investments to accelerate scientific research through artificial intelligence. The initiative, unveiled by Assistant to the President and Director of the White House Office of Science and Technology Policy Michael Kratsios, broadens what began as a Department of Energy program into a government-wide effort involving

STRENGTHENING THE U.S. DEFENSE INDUSTRIAL BASE: This week, at NATO’s 2026 Ankara Summit, President Donald J. Trump announced a surge in defense investment from Allies, increasing market access for American companies and supporting thousands of high-paying American manufacturing jobs.

Oneida County Executive Anthony J. Picente Jr. today announced the appointments of John Jones as Director of Veterans Services and Paul Rayhill as Director of Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS) Operations effective immediately.

On this day 81 years ago, American forces emerged victorious from the Battle of Okinawa, a grueling test of American might, will, and sacrifice that would echo through the ages. As Imperial Japan mounted one of its final and most ferocious defenses, our Nation’s courageous heroes battled their way across the island and broke the Imperial Japanese Army’s grip, delivering a hard-won triumph in the bloodiest battle of the Pacific Theater during World War II.

Oneida County Executive Anthony J. Picente Jr. today delivered his 2026 State of the County Address at Turning Stone Resort Casino, outlining a sweeping vision for the county’s future centered on opportunity, innovation and community investment under a new initiative titled “250 Forward.”