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Rachel Polansky
Her work has been recognized and honored by the Associated Press, Society of Professional Journalists and other organizations.
While still attending classes, Rachel interned with WJAC-TV in State College, Pennsylvania. She also spent 2 summers interning with MTV Networks in New York City.
When she’s not reporting, Rachel enjoys yoga, drawing and painting, attending concerts and spending time with her family and friends. Rachel is happy to call Central New York her new home. If you see her, make sure you say hello! Have any story ideas? Rachel can be reached at rpolansky@wutr.tv
Stories By Rachel
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Gov. Cuomo's 'Reproductive Health Act' Sparks Debate Between Pro-Life And Pro-Choice
Homicide laws may be changing here in New York, and that's sparking a debate between pro-life and pro-choice. Governor Cuomo's annoucement of a forthcoming 'Reproductive...
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Oklahoma City Tornado; Red Cross Says Volunteers Are Needed
The rescue efforts in and around Oklahoma City continue, but the recovery efforts are also underway. Officials say at least 24 people were killed in...
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Trenton Town Supervisor's Sex Abuse Trial Begins
The Trenton Town Supervisor accused of sexually abusing a young boy began his trial today. Mark Scheidelman was in Oneida County court this morning for...
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Herkimer County Kicks Off 'Small Business Week'
Today marks the start of 'Small Business Week' across the entire state. In Herkimer County, the Chamber of Commerce is encouraging residents to shop locally...
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Jackpot Or Bust? New York And Oneida Nation Agreement Brings Mixed Reactions
The ink has barely dried on the agreement between New York and the Oneida Indian Nation, but people are showing strong reaction already. The agreement...
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Red Cross Implements New Program To Increase Volunteerism
When everyone is running away.. they're the ones running toward the fires, floods, and shootings. Red Cross is implementing a new program to increase volunteerism...
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Whitesboro Bicentennial Parade Is On The Way!
The village of Whitesboro is about to celebrate its 200th Birthday. That's why some community members are holding a Bicentennial Parade and ceremony kicking off...
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Otsego County Residents Celebrate Bike To Work Day
Even though it was chilly this morning, it didn't stop nearly 350 Otsego County residents from choosing a "greener" route to work. Residents pedaled to...
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Baseball Hall Of Fame To Host 'Wall That Heals' Vietnam Veterans Memorial
Baseball legends and America's heroes will come together in Cooperstown for Memorial Day Weekend. The National Baseball Hall of Fame is honoring military heroes by...
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On-Going Process To Privatize Otsego Manor Nursing Home Continues
The on-going process to privatize the Otsego Manor nursing home continues. The Local Development Corporation that will be responsible for selling the manor held its...
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Meet the Eyewitness News Team
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Joe Parker
Joe Parker is an award-winning, well traveled journalist. He's been broadcasting since 1984...more than half his life, so far. Joe comes to the Utica area from the Gulf Coast (Florida,...
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Jeff Matthews
The only thing Jeff ever wanted to do more than be an on-camera Meteorologist was play left field for the Yankees. By the age of 7, he was already posting...
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Elsa Gillis
Elsa is thrilled to be part of our team as an Anchor and Producer for WUTR & WFXV Eyewitness News. Coming from Newtown, Connecticut, she graduated from Cornell University with a...
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Jennifer Lee
Jennifer Lee joined WUTR/WPNY/WFXV as a Multimedia Journalist in August 2011. She is eager and honored to be apart of the news team and becoming the voice for the Central...
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Stephen Bond
Born and raised in the Central New York area, Stephen is excited to launch his career at home as a multimedia journalist at WUTR. He earned a bachelor's degree from...
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Rachel Polansky
Rachel is excited to join the Eyewitness News team as a Multimedia Journalist. Rachel is a 2012 Penn State graduate with a B.A. in Broadcast Journalism. While there, she was...
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Michael Spellman
A true hometown talent, Michael was born and raised in Central New York. His first taste of journalism came as a Sports Reporter for his high school newspaper...
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