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Liverpool resident dies while on Army National Guard training mission in Alaska
Liverpool, NY - The day before Michael Scott Stone, 46, died while on a training mission in Alaska, he spoke by phone to his longtime girlfriend. Stone told her how he and a couple other friends had played some younger guys in a pick-up football game, and he’d won.
Two more tornadoes confirmed in New York: See where they hit
A small tornado touched down in Oswego County and damaged trees during storms on July 24, according to the National Weather Service. The tornado struck near the town of Orwell, causing a short path of broken tree limbs near a tributary of Pennock Brook. The estimated peak winds for the twister was 85 mph, placing it on the upper limit of the Enhanced Fujita Scale rating of 0; it traveled 0.2 miles and had a maximum width...
Central NY town scraps plan for apartments, citing traffic-jammed intersection as concern
Manlius, N.Y. -- More than 60 residents showed up Wednesday night to protest a proposed mixed-use development with apartments off North Burdick Street in the town of Manlius. But their opposition wasn’t necessary. Even before the first person spoke, the Manlius Town Board had already decided to reject the proposal.
Check out all the events occuring in Central New York this weekend
Enjoy the beautiful weather in Central New York with any of the many events going on this weekend!. The Oswego Harborfest continues until Sunday, July 28. The event is free admission and featured vendors, music performances, and attractions. The festival has been around since 1988 and typically sees 75,000 annual guests.
West Nile Virus discovered in West Monroe, free dunk kits available in Oswego County
Public health officials have discovered the West Nile Virus in a mosquito sample collected in the Town of West Monroe. The Oswego County Health Department recommends people limit outside activity from dusk to dawn and wear protective clothing while outside to prevent mosquito bites. Residents are also advised to repair or replace window and door screens, clean swimming pools, dispose of old tires, pails, and flowerpots, and eliminate standing bodies of water on the property.
New York awards $313.5 million contract for I-81 viaduct project in Syracuse
New York officials have awarded a $313.5 million contract to CNY Alliance for a key phase of the I-81 Viaduct Project in Syracuse. This contract encompasses several major improvements, including the construction of a new interchange at westbound I-690 and Crouse Avenue, and the widening of Crouse Avenue with an additional northbound lane.
The future of the former Doow Lumber location remains unknown
TOWN OF MANLIUS, N.Y. (WSYR-TV) — The future of the former Doow Lumber location in the Town of Manlius is still up in the air. Manlius neighbors are up in arms over the town’s proposal to build an apartment complex on N. Burdick Street at the former Doow Lumber location.
Two deadly viruses found in Onondaga County mosquitoes
Syracuse, NY -- West Nile and Eastern Equine Encephalitis viruses were found in mosquitoes trapped recently in Onondaga County. West Nile, which can cause deadly brain diseases, was found in a mosquito trapped on East Taft Road in Cicero, the county health department said. If you purchase a product or...
Banning cellphones in NY schools: About time, a no-brainer, ‘I could not be happier’ (Your Letters)
Editor’s note: Syracuse.com is sorting through more than 200 responses to our online survey asking readers what they think of banning cellphones in schools, an idea Gov. Kathy Hochul is exploring through a statewide “listening tour.” We’ll publish a selection of those responses soon. You can still take the survey; it’s republished at the end of this post. Meanwhile, here are some opinions from readers who chose to write a letter to the editor:
Update: Flash flood warning affecting Oswego County Wednesday night
On Wednesday at 6:48 p.m. the National Weather Service issued an updated flash flood warning in effect until 9:15 p.m. for Oswego County. "At 6:48 p.m., Doppler radar indicated thunderstorms producing heavy rain across the warned area. Between 3 and 3.5 inches of rain have fallen. Flooding impacts will continue, but no additional rainfall is expected. Flash flooding is ongoing or expected to begin shortly," according to the weather service. "Flash flooding of small creeks and streams, urban areas, highways, streets and underpasses as well as other poor drainage and low-lying areas."
House explodes in Madison County; more top stories (Good Morning CNY for July 25)
Subscribe to get the Good Morning, CNY newsletter delivered to your email inbox weekday mornings. High: 89; Low: 68. Mostly cloudy, thunderstorms; see the 5-day forecast. Yoshimi vs. CNY: The Flaming Lips, led by singer Wayne Coyne (above), performed at Beak and Skiff in LaFayette Tuesday night. The band played its classic 2002 album, “Yoshimi Battles the Pink Robots,” in its entirety, as well as other songs from their catalog. Review, more photos. (Dennis Nett photo)
Heat Waves Severely Burn City Residents
Doug McIntyre and David Callaway discuss a new lethal threat from heat in the U.S.: burns from extremely hot surfaces. In Phoenix, several incidents occurred where air temperatures of 120 degrees made asphalt reach 180 degrees. This poses a significant infrastructure problem, as urban designs can exacerbate heat retention. New York, for instance, experiences heightened heat due to humidity and heat-trapping buildings. In cities like Phoenix, people faint from the heat, falling and suffering severe burns from hot surfaces. The conversation highlights the danger to both people and pets, comparing the situation to frying eggs on sidewalks. Doug mentions a sign in a Florida marina warning of third-degree burns from walking barefoot on a hot dock. The speakers stress the urgent need for cities to develop solutions, such as cooler walking areas, to prevent such heat-related injuries.
Nominate a Hero for the Central & Northern New York Real Heroes Celebration
LIVERPOOL (July 24, 2024) Do you know an individual or group in Madison, St. Lawrence, Herkimer or Oneida counties who has saved a life through extraordinary action? Or someone in Jefferson, Lewis, Oswego or Onondaga who has made a meaningful impact in the community this year?. Now is your chance...
Zoning Board of Appeals Public Hearing – Pamela Kent Variance – August 5, 2024
PLEASE TAKE NOTICE THAT PAMELA KENT, 8834 BEACH ROAD, has made application to the Zoning Board of Appeals for one or more variance(s) for an addition. As required by the Zoning Ordinance of the Town of Cicero, to FURTHER TAKE NOTICE that a Public Hearing on the question of the granting of said application to be held at the Cicero Town Hall, 8236 Brewerton Road, Cicero, NY 13039, by the aforesaid Board at 6:00 P.M., local time, on Monday, August 5, 2024, at which time and place all persons will be heard either for or against the granting of the request stated in said application.
Pace Law School establishes Vanessa Merton Immigration Justice Fellowship in her memory
An incredible community leader – Vanessa Merton, recently passed away from pancreatic cancer. Vanessa was a role model in our community – she was smart, very active in civic life in Hastings and in Greenburgh. She helped motivate others to get involved in government and had a tremendous influence in improving the quality of life for so many people. She was an idealist who also helped many immigrants – individuals that others would never try to help. She was the best of the best—honest, hard working, caring, someone not afraid to speak out. Obtaining her support was like getting a great rating from from Consumer Reports. The Greenburgh Town Board will honor Vanessa Merton at our next Town Board meeting on August 14th with a moment of silence and tributes. The meeting starts at 7:30 PM at Town Hall.
National Rabies Vaccine Bait Drop in Oswego County Aug. 2-6
OSWEGO COUNTY – The Oswego County Health Department works with the Wildlife Services Program of the U.S. Department of Agriculture once again to distribute oral rabies vaccine baits for wildlife across a large portion of the county. Distribution is tentatively planned to take place between 8 a.m. and sunset...
Oswego County Offers Free Transportation to New York State Fair
OSWEGO COUNTY – The Oswego County Department of Mobility Management offers free park-n-ride transportation to the New York State Fair this year! Oswego County Public Transit buses will be available in Fulton and Oswego on Saturday, Aug. 24 and in Central Square and Phoenix on Saturday, Aug. 31. “We’re...
Oswego County Clerk Takes National Leadership Post
OSWEGO COUNTY – Oswego County Clerk Terry Wilbur has taken on new roles with the National Association of Counties (NACo). Earlier this month, NACo President James Gore appointed Wilbur and other local officials in the region to leadership positions within the organization. Wilbur will now serve as vice chair of the Agriculture and Rural Affairs Steering Committee, the Membership Standing Committee and the Rural Action Caucus.
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