Zach Lewis

Utica

Digital Content Manager at WKTV-TV (Utica,NY)

Clinton Correspondent at The Waterville Times

Photographer at Freelance

Articles

Oneida County Responds to Fatal Tornado and Storm Damage

4 days ago | wktv.com | Zach Lewis

Oneida County Executive Anthony Picente held a briefing about the fatal tornado that swept through Clark Mills in the early hours of Sunday. Picente offered condolences for the three individuals who lost their lives when an EF-1 tornado struck the Clark Mills area“Our thoughts and prayers are with the families and loved ones of those we lost,” Picente said.
Oneida County Responds to Fatal Tornado and Storm Damage

4 days ago | wktv.com | Zach Lewis

UTICA, N.Y. -- Oneida County Executive Anthony Picente held a briefing about the fatal tornado that swept through Clark Mills in the early hours of Sunday. Picente expressed his condolences on Monday for the three residents who died due to the EF-1 tornado that hit the Clark Mills area. “Our thoughts and prayers are with the families and loved ones of those we lost,” Picente said.
Community Unites After Devastating Tornado in Clark Mills

4 days ago | wktv.com | Zach Lewis

CLARK MILLS, N.Y. -- Following a tragic tornado in the early hours of Sunday, the communities of Clinton, Kirkland and Clark Mills are coming together to support those affected. At around 4 a.m. on Sunday, the Mohawk Valley was hit by severe thunderstorms, bringing strong winds and heavy rain that caused trees to fall and creeks to overflow. Areas hit hardest were in and around Clinton and Clark Mills, with thousands losing power.
Goodbye, Fines! Local Library Drops Overdue Material Charge

1 week ago | wktv.com | Zach Lewis

NEW HARTFORD, N.Y. -- A local public library will no longer impose fines for overdue materials. Starting on June 18, late returns at the New Hartford Public Library will be fine-free. Charges will still apply, however, for lost or damaged items, and museum and park passes will continue to accumulate fines. For further information, click here.
Boilermaker's Canine Ambassador Will Soon Have New Name; There's Still Time to Vote on Moniker

1 week ago | wktv.com | Zach Lewis

UTICA, N.Y. -- The Boilermaker Road Race announced last week its partnership with Cassville’s Freedom Guide Dogs. The Boilermaker will take charge of raising and training a dog for the human he will eventually be matched with. However, it’s now the community's turn to help choose his name. Many have cast their votes, and the final three names to choose from are Finn (as in finish), Chase and Riggie. If you'd like to participate in naming the pup, click here.
Juneteenth in Oneida County: A List of Events

1 week ago | wktv.com | Zach Lewis

UTICA, N.Y. -- After the Civil War concluded and two years following the Emancipation Proclamation, the enslaved people in Galveston, Texas, discovered that they had been freed. Juneteenth, also known as Freedom Day, commemorates June 19, 1865. Local organizations throughout the Mohawk Valley have events scheduled for the federal holiday established in 2021, designating June 19 as Juneteenth National Independence Day to mark the end of slavery in the U.S.Here is a schedule of the events.
Excitement at the Stanley: Utica's 'Voice' Takes Hometown Stage

1 week ago | wktv.com | Zach Lewis

UTICA, N.Y. -- Audience members gathered early to see a highly anticipated performance at the Stanley Theatre in downtown Utica. Saturday night’s highlight showcased Sofronio Vasquez, the champion of “The Voice,” performing in his hometown. NEWSChannel 2 was granted exclusive backstage access, allowing us to catch a glimpse of the stars as they engaged in prayers and a good-luck ritual before the show began.
$32,163 Richer: Winning Lotto Ticket Sold in Barneveld

2 weeks ago | wktv.com | Zach Lewis

BARNEVELD, N.Y. -- A lucky lotto ticket valued at thousands of dollars was purchased in Barneveld. This top-prize winning ticket from the New York Lottery was sold for the June 12 TAKE 5 Evening drawing. Haverâ€™s Nice N Easy, located at 8035 St. Rt. 12, sold the $32,163 ticket. The winning numbers were: 10, 16, 23, 35 and 38. If you have story ideas, please send them to [email protected].
Local High School Hosts Singing Superstar's Rehearsal

2 weeks ago | wktv.com | Zach Lewis

NEW HARTFORD, N.Y. -- A local singing star was spotted at an area high school, preparing for his upcoming show at the Stanley Theatre this Saturday. Sofronio Vasquez, the champion of Season 26 of "The Voice," returned to his hometown of Utica ahead of his much-anticipated performance at the historic downtown theater on June 14 at 7:30 p.m.The rehearsal took place at the New Hartford High School theater, where Vasquez and his band set up to fine-tune their performance. Tickets are still available.
4 Awards: NEWSChannel 2 Celebrates 75 Years with Excellence in Broadcasting Recognition

2 weeks ago | wktv.com | Zach Lewis

UTICA, N.Y. -- NEWSChannel 2 is honored to announce that the station has received four awards for our coverage of the 2024 Rome tornado, the Boilermaker and Utica's own Sofronio Vasquez winning "The Voice."In the Specialty Programming category, WKTV was recognized for its coverage of the Boilermaker 2024 for the 59th Annual Awards for Excellence in Broadcasting. It's Boilermaker Day here in Utica.