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24-year-old man shot in the leg in Syracuse
Syracuse, N.Y. — A 24-year-old man was shot in the leg in Syracuse on Monday, police said. Around 9:42 p.m. police responded to Upstate University Hospital where a man with a gunshot wound on his leg was being treated police said. The man is expected to survive, police said.
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.
53rd annual Syracuse Arts and Crafts Festival coming to Downtown this weekend
(WSYR-TV) — Starting this Friday, you can enjoy the arts in Downtown Syracuse. The 53rd annual Syracuse Arts and Crafts Festival will offer art, performers, musicians and food. Throughout the weekend, visitors can shop for a variety of arts and crafts like ceramics, sculptures, photography, painting, woodwork, jewelry and...
Syracuse Hancock International Airport TSA intercepts firearm at airport checkpoint
SYRACUSE, N.Y. (WSYR-TV) — Transportation Security Administration (TSA) officers intercepted a loaded firearm at Syracuse Hancock International Airport that was detected in a traveler’s carry-on items at the checkpoint yesterday, Tuesday, July 23. A .45 caliber handgun was found loaded with eight bullets, including one in the chamber. TSA notified airport authority police, who took […]
Nearly $2M in tax breaks approved to make Syracuse office building into apartments
Syracuse, N.Y. — A $13 million project to convert a mostly empty downtown Syracuse office building into 35 apartments will get some help from taxpayers. The Syracuse Industrial Development Agency on Tuesday approved a package of tax breaks worth $1.9 million for a Bangor, Maine-based developer’s plan to repurpose a six-story building at the corner of Harrison and Montgomery streets.
The Essential Guide to Syracuse’s I-81 Project: Timing for each section, maps
The massive project to tear down the elevated Interstate 81 in Syracuse is scheduled to happen in 8 stages worth $2.25 billion from now until the end of 2028. The state Department of Transportation has estimated the start and end times for each stage, highlighted below. The DOT broke the...
Your Town Cortland: Vintage trucks, tractors and more at CNY Living History Center
CORTLAND, N.Y. — There’s much to learn about Cortland County; the best way to do it is to visit the CNY Living History Center. A huge part of Cortland's history is the Brockway Motor Company, which built custom heavy-duty trucks in Cortland from 1912 to 1977. “The Brockway...
16 years ago: Tully grad Lopez Lomong named flagbearer for U.S. Olympic team
Jerry Smith hasn’t watched television in his Fayetteville home in six years, but he plans to turn it on Friday to see U.S. track star Joseph “Lopez” Lomong carry the American flag during the Olympics’ opening ceremonies on NBC. If you purchase a product or register...
Fatal accident involving Homer man under investigation (Cayuga County)
A fatal motor vehicle accident that involved a Homer man is currently under investigation, according to a report. The Cayuga County Sheriff’s report stated that on Friday (July 19) at about 11:40 p.m., officers responded to a personal injury motor vehicle accident on Atwood Road at the intersection of Frazier Road in the town of Sempronius.
Just how massive is SU’s proposed new dorm? Its shadow would reach Thornden Park’s roses
Syracuse, N.Y. — Sonia Kragh’s mind immediately began thinking about changes that might be needed at the E.M. Mills Rose Garden, the 100-year-old community treasure at Syracuse’s Thornden Park. Kragh, the rose garden committee chair for the Syracuse Rose Society, was with her team of volunteers doing...
Former SU rower goes for gold in Paris with Lithuania
SYRACUSE, NY — The weeks following college graduation are stressful for everyone- whether it be starting a new job, moving to a new city, or heading back home for the summer. They look a little different for Kamile Kralikaite. The former Syracuse rower packed her bags for the Paris...
Syracuse football 2024 opponent preview: Virginia Tech Hokies
Syracuse Orange football fans can rejoice as they’ll finally get a chance to see Fran Brown’s squad in action again after they spend all of October playing away from the Dome. Following an extra couple of days recovering from their trip to the Pitt of Misery, the Orange exit (natural) light and enter the Loud House for what should be one of the more anticipated matchups of the season. Top QBs face vaunted defenses, Orange decides whether it looks better with Navy or Maroon, and the crowd gets their turkey a few weeks early by rattling the...
CNY Inspirations: Tell me a story
This feature is coordinated by The Post-Standard/Syracuse.com and InterFaith Works of CNY. Follow this theme and author posted Sunday, Tuesday and Thursday. Imagine a dusty bookshelf tucked away in a quiet corner. Each book, once vibrant and full of life, now sits neglected, its stories unheard and its pages untouched.
JJ Starling on playing more point guard, handling the ball: ‘That’s what I’ve done all my life’
Syracuse, N.Y. ― JJ Starling is spending this summer revitalizing a part of his game that hasn’t been used or seen much over the past two years. Starling spent most of his basketball career with the ball in his hands. Not a pure point guard, but a ball-handling guard capable of pushing the tempo and creating scoring opportunities for himself and his teammates.
Get to Know Your Orange Man: #5, DB Alijah Clark
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: Alijah Clark. Position: Defensive Back.
JMA Wireless Dome receives $3 million for upgraded seating and safety measures
SYRACUSE, N.Y. — The JMA Wireless Dome is a statement piece in the Syracuse skyline and a hub for all things Syracuse sports. On Tuesday, a $3 million investment was announced that will help fans enjoy games and increase safety. Specifically, the money will go towards ADA compliance, fire systems and seats with backs over the familiar benches for stands.
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