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Workers at a Defense Department office in Rome suddenly find themselves without union representation

More than 700 workers at the DFAS facility at the former Griffiss Air Base in Rome had their union representation taken away after an executive order from President Trump.
Rome Sentinel

Rome school board backs MOBOCES budget, celebrates new sports fields

Rome school board approved an $8M MOBOCES budget and addressed district updates, events and staffing decisions at its latest meeting.
Greek Reporter

When Was Rome Really Founded?

April 21, 753 BCE is the traditional date of the founding of Rome. What does archaeology reveal about when it was really founded?

State cannabis office padlocks Rome store. What was it selling?

The store was offering tarot readings, crystals, ritual products and allegedly cannabis and THC products without a license, authorities said.
FOX 5 Atlanta on MSN

Arrest warrants issued for 3 in Rome shooting that injured boy

Rome police have obtained arrest warrants for three people wanted for a drive-by shooting that injured a 6-year-old boy near Banty Jones Park.
Rome Sentinel

City of Rome seizes Martin Street dog, police investigating

Outcry arose on social media over the past week about a dog tied to a fence at a residence on Martin Street. City officials said multiple people notified the authorities, and Rome Police, Animal Control and the New York State Police went to the residence at various times over the past week,
House That Hank Built on MSN

Braves' fast-rising prospect puts together historic performance with Rome

Eric Hartman’s three-homer game highlights his rapid rise, fueling optimism for the Braves’ next wave of position player talent in 2026.
FOX 5 Atlanta on MSN

'Armed and dangerous' man wanted in deadly Rome shooting

A 25-year-old man is wanted for murder after a deadly shooting at a Family Dollar in Rome early Sunday morning.