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Hello Utica! Here's our latest buzz. Let's get into it. ☀️

In today's newsletter:

  • What police seized in the latest Utica cannabis and kratom raids
  • Could your Utica utility bill drop with this state discount program?
  • ICE agents detain two people during morning stop in Utica's Cornhill

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Today's riddle: What has a cap but no head? 🤔 (Answer below!)

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  • Monday: Windy with a shower in spots, with a high of 61 and low of 36 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

• Two more Utica stores raided in cannabis sales warrant executions (cnyhomepage.com) — Two Utica convenience stores on James Street and Eagle Street were raided Thursday under the city's ban on kratom and certain cannabis products, leading to one arrest and the seizure of cannabis, flavored vapes, kratom, and unstamped cigarettes. Multiple local and state agencies joined Utica Police in the operation, and officials say the investigation into unlawful product sales is still ongoing.
   

• NY Energy Bill Relief and the Energy Affordability Program (uticaphoenix.net) — Utica-area households are being urged to check whether their National Grid or other utility accounts qualify for monthly discounts through New York's Energy Affordability Program and its income-based Enhanced version. The article explains eligibility routes, documents needed, and how Mohawk Valley residents can apply, track approvals, and avoid paperwork delays so local families can cut their electric and gas bills this fall.
   

• ICE agents detain two people in Cornhill district (cnyhomepage.com) — Two people were detained by ICE agents Friday morning in Utica's Cornhill district, after several unmarked vehicles stopped a white contractor van near St. Agnes Cemetery and Fire Station 3 on Mohawk Street. A passing Rome resident and neighbors described multiple agents, handcuffing of a man and woman, and the vehicles leaving northbound, though the identities and reasons for detention remain unknown.
   

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Ok Utica! So now you're in the loop about what's happening today. Thanks for reading, and see you in your inbox next time! Oh -- and if you like what you're reading, invite a friend to Patch AM!

-- The Patch AM Team

P.S. The answer to today's riddle: "What has a cap but no head?" — A bottle (Thank you Glo M. for sending it in!)
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