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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.
7 people displaced by attic fire in Solvay home
Solvay, N.Y. — Seven people were displaced after a “minor” attic fire in a Solvay home early Thursday morning, officials said. The fire at 404 First St. was reported at 1:19 a.m. Firefighters found light smoke when they arrived, according to Matthew Zingaro, the first deputy fire...
A car show in honor of Flo’s Diner’s most loyal customer
Canastota N.Y. (WSYR-TV)– At Flo’s Diner, you’re guaranteed a good meal, great service, and if you were lucky enough, a chance to spot one of the diner’s most loyal customers, Bob Popple – a man who loved the restaurant just as much as his vintage cars. A longtime friend of Bob’s, Steven Jeffris, spent the […]
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.
After pushback from public, Manlius drops proposed $2.8 million land purchase for new town hall
Manlius, NY - The Manlius Town Board has decided it won’t pursue buying a parcel of land for $2.8 million for a new town hall. Manlius Town Supervisor John Deer initially wanted to sign a purchase agreement for the eight-acre parcel on North Burdick Street, and then analyze whether it would be a workable site. The deal, he has said, would allow the town to withdraw from the agreement.
Red Cross seeks nominations for Real Heroes Celebration
Do you know an individual or group in Madison, Lewis, Herkimer or Oneida counties who has saved a life through extraordinary action or who has made a meaningful impact in the community this year?. Now is your chance to honor them. To nominate a hero, or for more information, visit...
Picente, Lanigan request state aid for building demolitions after tornado
ROME — Oneida County Executive Anthony J. Picente Jr. and Rome Mayor Jeffrey Lanigan have sent Gov. Kathy Hochul a letter requesting state aid as the city continues its efforts to recover from a tornado that ripped through Rome, leaving catastrophic damage in its wake. Picente and Lanigan sent...
3 restaurants fail inspections in Baldwinsville, DeWitt, Camillus
Here are the food service inspections reported by the Onondaga County Health Department from July 7 to 13:. If you purchase a product or register for an account through a link on our site, we may receive compensation. By using this site, you consent to our User Agreement and agree that your clicks, interactions, and personal information may be collected, recorded, and/or stored by us and social media and other third-party partners in accordance with our Privacy Policy.
Barn Total Loss During 2nd Alarm Fire in Harford – 10 Fire Departments Respond; No Animals Inside
A barn is considered a total loss after a 2nd alarm fire in the Town of Harford Wednesday evening. Around 7:15 in the evening on July 24th, a structure fire call came into Cortland County 9-1-1 dispatch at 1493 Route 221. Flames were seen coming from a large barn on the property.
Rebuilding Rome, the upstate New York city that is looking forward after a destructive tornado
ROME, N.Y. (AP) — A tornado that hit this small, upstate city tore off rooftops, leveled brick buildings and toppled the steeples of two historic churches. No one was killed, but the twister left a debris-strewn scar through downtown and nearby areas. More than 370 homes were damaged. Residents...
Raid leads to arrests, one-year shutdown of Rome Dairy Market
ROME — Members of the Rome Police Department Special Investigations Unit executed multiple search warrants regarding an investigation into Rome Dairy Market at 603 N. James St. on Monday, July 22. Police said they found and seized more than 350 cartons of unstamped and untaxed Seneca and Newport brand...
Child in critical condition after struck by car in Utica, two others injured
UTICA, N.Y. — Three pedestrians were struck by a vehicle in Utica Wednesday evening. The Utica Police Department reports officers responded to Route 12 Northbound at the Oswego Street intersection at approximately 10:30 p.m. for a motor vehicle accident involving pedestrians. Upon arrival, officers found an injured adult and...
Legendary Business in the Adirondacks Closing for Good After This Season
It's better late than never that we deliver truly devastating news about a legendary longtime business that will be closing after their season is done. This business has been a staple in the Adirondacks between Old Forge and Inlet for years and pretty soon it will be no more. You...
You can plan anything outside this weekend with gorgeous summer weather continuing
SYRACUSE, N.Y.- We've experienced a lot of heat, humidity and even severe weather so far this summer 2024. This weekend we are not seeing any of that. In fact this looks to be the fourth nice weekend in a row which is very rare in Central New York. An area...
Several Deadly Viruses Detected in Central New York Mosquitoes
More deadly viruses are making their way into Central New York. And mosquitoes are to blame. Traps from Mosquito pools in Onondaga County show the presence of several viruses. The West Nile and Flanders viruses were detected in the Town of Cicero. Both viruses along with the Eastern Equine Encephalitis and Highlands J viruses were found in East Syracuse. That's in addition to the Flanders and Jamestown Canyon viruses discovered on July 16.
Yet Another Tornado Touches Down in New York State
As the National Weather Service continues to tally up the record number of tornadoes that struck the week of July 15, more storms are dropping even more twisters in parts of the state. This all comes in addition to the remnants of Hurricane Beryl spawning seven tornadoes across New York earlier in July.
Little League NYS 12s Baseball Tournament 2024 notebook: Standings! Check out the scenarios heading into pool play’s last day
We’re getting down to the nitty gritty. With one day left in the Little League New York State All-Star 12s Baseball Tournament’s pool play, three teams have already landed playoff spots while the fourth and final spot will be decided by the time Pool B concludes play early Thursday.
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