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New York State Man Sues To Win Back Exotic Animal That Was Taken By DEC
Back in 1990, a New York state man said he purchased a young alligator from a reptile show in Ohio. Since then, the large reptile named Albert grew to become somewhat of a local celebrity in one New York community, as well as a self-professed emotional support animal for a man named Anthony Cavallaro.
Win Millions On These New York Lottery Scratch-Offs With The Most Top Prizes- July 2024
New York Lottery scratch-off tickets have plenty of grand prizes that are well over a million dollars. Are you ready to win in July 2024? Here's what to scratch and buy:. These tickets offer the chance to turn dreams into reality. If you ended up winning over a million dollars on a ticket, how would you spend it? Would you blow it all in one shot, or would you invest and save?
Popeyes to open at Destiny USA
SYRACUSE, N.Y. (WSYR-TV) — Are you a fan of Popeyes’ famous Spicy Chicken Sandwich? If so, you’re in luck. Popeyes was announced as the newest addition to the food court in Destiny USA. “We are excited to welcome Popeyes to Destiny USA,” said Alannah Gallagher, Director of Marketing at Destiny USA. “Their distinctive menu and […]
Explore New York’s Underground Railroad History
New York played a pivotal role in the Underground Railroad, facilitating the escape of nearly 100,000 enslaved individuals seeking freedom in the North and Canada. Abolitionists utilized a vast network of churches, safe houses, and community sites, supported by the state’s extensive border with Canada, to aid emancipation efforts.
Son of iconic ‘90s singer to perform Sublime songs in Syracuse
Jakob Nowell is coming to Central New York to celebrate the music of his late father, ‘90s icon Bradley Nowell. Jakob Nowell will perform songs from Sublime and Jakob’s Castle at the Westcott Theater in Syracuse on Friday, Sept. 20. The concert, presented by 95X, will begin at 8 p.m.
CNY Pizza Tour, stop #28: You’re going to wait for a tavern pizza at this roadside motel, but it’s worth it
(It’s a debate every Central New Yorker has had at some point: Who’s got the best pizza? This year, we’ll do our best to find out. I’m on a quest to find the best pizza shops in the Syracuse area. Throughout 2024, I’ll visit 50-plus pizzerias. At each, I’ll sample their most popular pizza, or whatever they recommend. As I go, I’ll score each one, and tell readers a little bit about the shop itself.)
Family Dog Lost after Upstate New York Tornado Outbreak Found Safe Miles Away
Jeffrey and Colleen Smith went through every dog owner's worst nightmare following a severe weather outbreak in their hometown of Eden, New York. Their four-year-old golden retriever, named Zoe, vanished without a trace. Eden was one of the hardest-hit areas and was directly hit by an EF-2 tornado that produced...
Win $1,000 Grand Prize In Central New York Corn On The Cob Eating Contest
Get ready to shuck and roll when you win $1,000 in this Central New York corn on the cob eating contest. The 24th Annual Schuyler Car and Corn Extravaganza is back on Saturday August 10th from 3PM to dusk at the Schuyler Recreation Center. This cornucopia of fun promises something for everyone, and it's all free, rain or shine.
‘90s rock band to perform in Central NY after releasing first new album in 15 years
The Black Crowes are coming to Central New York to celebrate the first new album in 15 years. The ‘90s rock band will perform at the Event Center at Turning Stone in Verona, N.Y., on Thursday, Jan. 2, 2025. No opening act has been named for the concert, which begins at 8 p.m.
Get Ready For DINO-mite Adventure At New York State Fair
Go back in time, all the way back to when dinosaurs roamed the earth for one DINO-mite time at the New York State Fair. DINOSAUR EXPEDITION, an interactive, educational experience is coming back to the New York State Fair this summer for all 13 days. And it's all free with your admission ticket.
‘Hamilton’ musical returning to Syracuse: Don’t throw away your shot
Don’t throw away your shot to see one of the biggest musicals of the 21st century. “Hamilton” is returning to Syracuse in fall 2025 as an add-on to the M&T Bank Broadway in Syracuse’s 2025-2026 season, Famous Artists announced Tuesday. The Tony-winning smash will be staged at the Landmark Theatre in Syracuse.
10 Top Ways to Celebrate National Hot Dog Day in Upstate New York
July 17th is National Hot Dog Day. And I am ready to celebrate!. Hot dogs are a wonderful "vehicle" sandwich, much like a hamburger. They are a palette on which to paint with delicious toppings. Most franks (but not all) are the same all beef hot dog. That's fine, even though we like Glazier's red hots, and Hofmann "snappy grillers" too. But lets stick with a good old American all beef hot dog. Now, what to put on top of it?
Veteran NYS Fair food vendor moves to iconic fairgrounds spot. ‘Big shoes to fill’
Heading into his 8th year as a New York State Fair food vendor, Nick Sanford admits to being “both excited and a little nervous.”. After all, the owner of Toss N Fire wood-fired pizza company is filling what he calls “some really big shoes.”. If you purchase a...
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