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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.
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 […]
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...
Cortland Repertory to Present DISNEY'S BEAUTY AND THE BEAST As Final Show In Summer Season
Cortland Repertory Theatre will close their 53rd summer season with a three-week run of the popular musical “Disney's Beauty and the Beast”. This production will run from July 31 - August 17 at the Little York Pavilion, with evening performances at 7:30 PM. Matinees at 2:00 PM are available on August 2, 6, 7, 11, and 14. This exciting and heartwarming show boasts music by Alan Menken, lyrics by Howard Ashman and Tim Rice, and a book by Linda Woolverton. The original Broadway production was directed by Robert Jess Roth, and was originally produced by Disney Theatrical Productions. The original music supervision and new arrangements are by Michael Kosarin, with dance music arrangements by Glen Kelly and orchestrations by Danny Troob.
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...
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.
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...
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.
Woman killed, man 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...
Madison County Officials Investigating Fatal House Explosion
It was a tragic day for members of the Madison County community of Lincoln as officials are currently investigating a house fire that claimed the life of at least one resident. The Madison County Sheriff's Office is continuing their investigation that started when a structure exploded at 4261 Burleson Road...
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...
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.
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...
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.
Town of Manlius board votes no to $2.8 million land purchase for new town hall
MANLIUS, N.Y. — At Wednesday night’s town board meeting, the Town of Manlius said no to the $2.8 million purchase of land for a new town hall building. After pushback from community members, the board says they understand their concerns. It was an incredibly packed board room, filled...
‘It’s Always Sunny’ star Charlie Day visits Syracuse restaurant - cue the spaghetti jokes
“It’s Always Sunny in Philadelphia” star Charlie Day visited Pastabilities on Wednesday while in town for a new movie. The Syracuse restaurant posted a photo of the comedy actor with Natalie Morales, who both have roles in “Summer of ‘69,” a new teen comedy currently in production with Liverpool-based film studio American High.
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...
Syracuse falls short in 6-4 loss at Buffalo on Thursday night
Buffalo, NY – The frustration for the Syracuse Mets in Buffalo continued on Thursday night, as the Mets dropped a third straight game to the Bisons to start the weeklong, six-game series at Sahlen Field. The 6-4 defeat means the Mets are now 7-8 against one of their traditional rivals this season. Syracuse has lost four games in a row to Buffalo dating back to their last series at the end of June.
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.
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