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NYS Girls Wrestling Tournament coming to Albany
ELMIRA, N.Y. (WETM) – One of the state’s newest girls sports is gaining a major championship. The New York State Public High School Athletic Association made it official that a full state tournament will be coming to Albany next year. The date will be Thursday, February 27 at MVP Arena in Albany. It’s the same […]
Fulton teen dies following a traffic accident in Alabama
Www.wcbi.com – Eric Lampkin – 2024-07-20 18:56:01. SUMMARY: 19-year-old Ashton Miller from Fulton was killed Thursday night in a traffic accident in Fayette County, Alabama. Miller was a passenger in a Toyota Corolla that ran off Highway 18, hit a culvert, and flipped. He was ejected from the car, as he was not wearing a seatbelt, and died at the scene. The 17-year-old driver was airlifted to a hospital. The Alabama Law Enforcement Agency's Highway Patrol Division is investigating the crash. For updates, follow WCBI News on Facebook and X.
Grammy Nominated Musician Performs Tribute Concert in Syracuse
“I Got to Go” – Mark Hummel plays for 12 seconds and fades into background. CHAMBERLAIN: In high school, Hummel begun pursuing blues and blues rock, along the likes of Jimi Hendrix, Cream, Paul Butterfield, James Cotton, Muddy Waters and Little Walter. HUMMEL: I learned literally every song...
Vet discusses orthopedic surgery for dogs
WATERTOWN, New York (WWNY) - In a few months, dogs who need a procedure called a tibial plateau leveling osteotomy (TPLO) can have it done in the north country. Dr. Kim Davidson is a veterinarian at VCA North Country Animal Health Center. She says right now, people have to take their pets to Syracuse or Cornell University to have the procedure.
#31 on Fox 40's Top 40: Billy Gabor
We continue with Fox 40's Top 40 Most Impactful Sports Figures sponsored by UHS Sports Medicine and UHS Orthopedics. Number 31 is the Pride of Binghamton Central, Billy Gabor!. After his days as a Central Bulldog, Billy Gabor decided to attend Syracuse University but after his freshman year, Billy The Bullet was called to duty to the United States Air Force during World War Two. After his service, Gabor returned to SU and continued to dominate there becoming a two-time Helms All-American and leading the Orange in scoring all four of his seasons. Gabor left the program and would have his number retired in 2009.
Classic cars roar through the fairgrounds at the 2024 Syracuse Nationals
Friday kicked off the first day of the largest car show in the Northeast at the Syracuse Nationals. More than 8,000 hot rods, 86,000 people and 400 vendors from all over the U.S. are expected to descend upon the New York State Fairgrounds this weekend. Under partly cloudy skies, crowds...
Fourth contract announced for I-81 Viaduct Project
SYRACUSE, N.Y. (WSYR-TV) — The fourth construction contract for the I-81 Viaduct Project in Syracuse was announced by Governor Kathy Hochul on Friday, July 19. The $313.5 million contract was awarded to CNY Alliance and will begin construction on the Community Grid along streets in Syracuse’s 15th Ward neighborhood in the eastside. The Community Grid […]
Former SU hurdler chases Olympic gold in Paris for Team USA
SYRACUSE, NY — Freddie Crittenden almost gave it all up. "I remember kneeling down and kissing the track, saying this might be my last race at Olympic Trials in 2021," recalled Crittenden. "I was ready to be done. I definitely saw myself being completely done with it...it wasn't looking good."
Live music, food vendors will connect Syracuse ArtsWeek to Northeast Jazz & Wine Festival
While the jazz, funk and soul of the Northeast Jazz and Wine Festival rocks the rafters inside the Landmark Theatre, a new outdoor arm of the festival will showcase emerging young talent and provide food and vendors along West Jefferson Street overlooking the MOST. The Stanley Law Youth & Community...
Petit Branch Library Works to Build a Community
Babe Nash: Many of the programs at Petit Branch Library in Syracuse are meant for more than just reading. Branch Manager, Carol Johnson wants to create a welcoming space. Carol Johnson: So part of what we’re trying to do is really build community. Where neighbors can interact with neighbors and meet people and also possibly learn something new.
Central New York Driver Shares Terrifying Experience Of Rome Tornado
One local DoorDash delivery driver from Taberg found himself caught in Freedom Plaza of Rome during the terrifying tornado. His truck lifted off the ground, and he walked away safely. "I was actually doing a DoorDash order," Joey Long recounted, "and as I was coming back, I saw that the...
Hochul unveils major infrastructure investments
Gov. Kathy Hochul announced a commitment involving more than $600 million towards significant infrastructure investments to revitalize the Livingston Avenue Bridge The post Hochul unveils major infrastructure investments first appeared on Spotlight News.
New York State DEC Says Man Tried to Escape Custody Using Rideshare
Ridesharing was once referred to as the "future of public transport", as companies such as Uber, Lyft, and others allow riders to use mobile apps to request rides from nearby drivers. This can help provide quick and easy transportation, while removing some of the excess congestion on our roads. Attempting...
Can You Get A Ticket In School Zones In New York During Weekends?
If you drive through a school zone on a weekend in New York State, can you get a ticket if you go above the school zone speed limit? I always wonder if I can get a ticket, even though school isn't in session. Of course, no person in their right mind wants to speed through a school zone when children may be crossing the street, or even walking along the sidewalk. But what happens on weekends or evenings, when school is out?
‘World’s Deadliest’ Creature Spreading Another Deadly Virus In New York
The CDC issued a warning about a virus spreading at historic levels. The CDC issued a "health alert" to notify the public and public health authorities of an increased risk of dengue virus (DENV) infections. Dengue Virus Infections Reach Historic Numbers. The CDC confirmed more cases have already been reported...
New York State Police Say SUV Hit Amish Buggy And Drove Off
Less than a week after a Kia Sedona allegedly hit an Amish horse-drawn carriage on State Route 3, offcials say another vehicle has struck a buggy. This time, the crash lead to the death of a teenage occupant, says police. One country Sheriff has a message for drivers in New...
LOOKING BACK: John Brown and Gerrit Smith
What connection does Abolitionist John Brown have to Central New York? Brown led a raid on Harper’s Ferry, VA to acquire arms so slaves could revolt against their owners 165 years ago on October 17, 1859. One of Browns biggest financial backers and supporters, Gerrit Smith, graduated from Hamilton...
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