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A woman is killed and a man is injured when their upstate New York house explodes
A woman was killed and a man was injured when their upstate New York house exploded, authorities said.The house exploded just after 6:30 p.m. on Wednesday in the town of Lincoln in Madison County.Crews from several police and fire departments arrived at the scene and found a man and a woman trapped in debris, said Samantha Field, a spokesperson for the county.The woman was pronounced dead at the scene, and the man was airlifted to a hospital, she said. The man's condition wasn't immediately released.A photo distributed by county officials shows little left from the house but its mailbox.The cause of the explosion is under investigation. Madison County Sheriff Todd Hood planned a news conference later Thursday. Read More NASA says no return date yet for astronauts and Boeing capsule at space stationParis Olympics sells a record 9.7 million tickets. But more are availableNewsom issues executive order for removal of homeless encampments in California
North Syracuse names interim school superintendent
North Syracuse, NY - The North Syracuse Central school board has named an interim superintendent to lead the district. Michael Schiedo has been selected as the interim leader and will be formally appointed at an upcoming meeting, district officials said. The board announced the selection in a letter to staff...
Get to Know Your Orange Man: #2, WR Trebor Pena
It’s time to start preparing for the 2024 Syracuse Orange football season. We’re going through the roster to take a look at each Syracuse player as we get to know a lot of new faces to kick off the Fran Brown Era. Name: Trebor Pena. Position: Wide Receiver.
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.
WATCH: Rome city officials give updates on tornado recovery
SYRACUSE, N.Y. (WSYR-TV) — County Executive Anthony J. Picente Jr. and Rome Mayor Jeffrey Lanigan will be updating the public on tornado recovery and relief efforts after a tornado ran through the city of Rome on July 16. The heart of Rome recovering after the tornado ripped through its streets The announcement will be made […]
Pink Chou Chou wins Vernon NYSS; MacDonald wins five
Vernon, NY — Pink Chou Chou and driver Todd McCarthy captured the $108,200 New York Sire Stakes for 2-year-old trotting fillies on Friday (July 26) at Vernon Downs. Pink Chou Chou ($3.90) went to the lead and was first to the quarter in :29. As they reached the backstretch, Royal Mission (Scott Zeron) took over the lead and controlled the half in :58.3 and three-quarters in 1:27.2. As they reached the stretch, Pink Chou Chou popped out of the two-hole and challenged for the lead. Pink Chou Chou wore down Royal Mission to get her first career victory in 1:56.0. My Debt Collector (Mark MacDonald) finished third.
Homer Kid Chad Hall Makes it to Round 2 in Competition for Best Mullet
Local Homer kid, Chad has made it to the second round in his mission to win the title for Best Mullet. Round 2 voting has begun and will continue through July 30th. The top 25 kids from the 100 in round 2 will move on to round 3 in the competition.
Looking up to North Syracuse’s Olympian
SYRACUSE, N.Y. (WSYR-TV)– Most of America sees Breanna Stewart as one of the top basketball players in the world. But to young female basketball players in Central New York, she’s proof you can achieve your dreams. One of the Henninger girl’s basketball players in their summer league, Destiny...
Syracuse University plans a new dormitory impacting a historic rose garden and mansion
Syracuse University’s plans to build a massive new dormitory directly across from the historic rose garden is getting blowback. According to Syracuse.com, the building on Ostrom Avenue and University Place will house 703 beds. The dormitory, spanning 272-thousand square feet, is slated to be the largest student housing building in Syracuse, with construction anticipated to last 22 months.
Syracuse Will Host Clarion In Exhibition
Syracuse will open the exhibition portion of its 2024-25 season with a matchup against Division II Clarion (Pa.) on Saturday, Oct. 26 at the JMA Wireless Dome. The game time will be determined later. The Orange were 20-12 a year ago in Adrian Autry's first campaign at the helm. Syracuse...
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 […]
City of Cortland Awarded $65K by State for Ash Tree Management
New York Governor Kathy Hochul has recently announced over $7 million dollars for urban and community forestry grants throughout the state for 23 projects in total. The City of Cortland will receive $65,000 towards Ash Tree Management. The funding will help with the removal and replacement of Ash Trees within...
Fatal 2-Car Crash in Brookfield on Rt. 8
New York State Police are investigating a fatal two-car accident that occurred Tuesday just before 4 p.m. on State Route 8 in Brookfield. New York State Police are investigating a fatal two-car accident that occurred Tuesday just before 4 p.m. on State Route 8 in Brookfield.
Your Town Cortland: The Hollywood Restaurant brings a taste of Tinseltown closer to home
CORTLAND, N.Y. — You don’t have to go all the way to California to experience the glitz and glam of Hollywood when you can visit the Hollywood Restaurant in Cortland!. The Hollywood Restaurant is a staple in the Cortland community. Dave Feinstein opened the restaurant in 1984, and forty years later, the business is still run by family.
Kiyan Anthony is no longer Carmelo’s kid: ‘Kiyan has made a name for himself’ (podcast)
Syracuse, N.Y. – Kiyan Anthony used to be known as the son of former Syracuse and NBA star Carmelo Anthony. But Anthony has blossomed into one of the highest-regarded recruits in the 2025 class and earned a star’s billing without aid of his father’s name. If you...
8-month-old hurt in Syracuse house explosion off critical list; others out of hospital
Syracuse, N.Y. — The youngest victim of a house explosion in Syracuse is no longer in critical condition almost two months after a gas explosion injured 13 people. Rishma Mohamad Alam, who is 8 months old, is now in serious condition, according to Upstate University Hospital. If you purchase...
One Person Killed, Another Airlifted to Syracuse After Upstate NY Car Crash
State Troopers responded to a fatal 2-car accident on Route 12 on Tuesday that took the life of an Upstate NY man. Troopers say, 44-year-old Dominick Brown of New Berlin was killed in the crash. Police say, on July 23, 2024, at about 3:48 p.m., State Police responded to NY-8...
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