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Murder in the 2nd degree charged: See 251 new arrests added to syracuse.com police blotter
The Syracuse.com | The Post-Standard police blotter of arrests from police agencies around Central New York was updated today. The arrests added this week were between May 25 and June 30. Those charged were 16 to 86 years old. If you purchase a product or register for an account through...
Cortland’s police chief retiring at end of July
CORTLAND, NY (CortacaToday) — Cortland’s police chief is retiring. Mayor Scott Steve says Paul Sandy will leave his position at the Cortland Police Department at the end of July. Steve says he’s thankful for Sandy’s leadership during his time in office. Chief Sandy has worked in the Crown City for 37 years, starting in 1985 as a patrol officer.
Syracuse football 4-star, 3-star targets set to decide; 'Cuse, other suitors have buzz
Syracuse football coaches already have landed more than two dozen verbal pledges in their strong 2025 class, and they will soon know if they have added any more commits to this cycle. Later this week and stretching into next week, several Orange 2025 four-star and three-star targets will make their...
Central New York Police Offer Hilarious “Tip” on How to Stop Car Thieves
There's been an uptick in reported vehicle larcenies and thefts in the Mohawk Valley and one local police department has apparently had it. The Oneida City Police Department is warning residents, especially those in the neighborhoods surrounding Hunt Valley Road and Cedarcrest Lane, that criminals are breaking into people's cars and stealing valuables.
Another Quick Response and Coordinated Effort Save Life of Person Experiencing a Sudden Cardiac Arrest
Just after 4:30 in the afternoon on Friday, June 28th, emergency personnel, including the Cortland Fire Department, were dispatched to a residence in the City of Cortland’s First Ward for a 39-year old male having sudden cardiac arrest. Cortland Fire says the address to the call is one of...
Syracuse men’s basketball: Former Orange big man Jesse Edwards signs 2-way deal with Minnesota Timberwolves
Former Syracuse Orange center Jesse Edwards, after going undrafted in the 2024 NBA Draft, was picked up on a 2-way contract with the Minnesota Timberwolves, according to Christopher Hall of Sports Illustrated. The Wolves, who traded out of the second round of the draft, are getting size and defense in...
Schumer announces $40 million in Tech Hub funding for Buffalo-Rochester-Syracuse region
U.S. Sen. Chuck Schumer announced on Tuesday the Buffalo-Rochester-Syracuse region being the first of only 12 Tech Hub award winners in the nation, bringing a major $40 million in federal funding to the region. Read more from WBEN:
Woman dead, firefighter injured after fire on city’s southside, man charged with murder and arson
UPDATE 7-2-2024: Syracuse police identified the woman who died in the fire as 34-year-old Shaquoiya Allison from Syracuse. Police also conducted an investigation after the fire and criminally charged 58-year-old Anthony Green from Syracuse in relation to the fire. He is charged with murder in the first-degree and arson in the first-degree. Green was already […]
In Memoriam: Life Trustee H. John Riley Jr. ’61
On his journey from his first job in a corporate mailroom to the executive suite, H. John Riley Jr. ’61 often credited the education and opportunities he received at Syracuse University for his success. His gratitude shaped his approach to both service and philanthropy at his alma mater. Riley was still serving as a life trustee and co-chair of the Forever Orange Campaign and its $1.5 billion goal when he passed away on June 1, 2024, at the age of 83.
Upstate New York awarded $40 million in federal funding for tech hub
BUFFALO, N.Y. (WIVB) — The NY SMART I-Corridor Tech Hub in Upstate New York was awarded $40 million in federal funding that will go toward making the region a semiconductor center for the world, Sen. Chuck Schumer’s Office announced Tuesday. The federal investment, one of just 12 across the nation, will allow the region to […]
‘SNL,’ ‘Sunny’ stars filming new American High movie in Syracuse area
“It’s Always Sunny in Philadelphia” star Charlie Day and two “Saturday Night Live” cast members will be in a new American High movie filming in the Syracuse area. “Summer of ‘69,” a new teen comedy directed by Jillian Bell (“Brittany Runs a Marathon”), shoots this month through the Liverpool-based film studio and will be released on Hulu. Recent casting calls sought local residents to fill hundreds of roles and share vintage cars.
CNY leaders plan out future investments after being awarded millions in federal funding
SYRACUSE, N.Y. — Three major cities in Upstate New York have been awarded $40 million in federal funding under the CHIPS & Science Law. Senator Chuck Schumer announced the news on Tuesday. Syracuse, Rochester and Buffalo win $40 million to establish 'Semiconductor Superhighway'. The $40 million will be divided...
Syracuse football 2024 opponent preview: UNLV Rebels
We’re through the first third of our Syracuse Orange football opponent preview series. With the stage properly set for four Dome games, finished against FCS offering Holy Cross, SU now enters the “prove-it” portion of the campaign. This next opponent is the first of three road games in a row and five out of the next six away from their fans.
Whitman School Names Inaugural Albert and Betty Hill Professor
The Martin J. Whitman School of Management has recently named Professor Natarajan Balasubramanian the inaugural Albert & Betty Hill Professor, effective July 1. With a Ph.D. from the University of California, Los Angeles, Balasubramanian joined the Whitman School in 2009. His research focuses on understanding economic value creation by new and existing firms, using large-scale data to uncover generalizable facts and how competition, innovation and learning affect the entry and performance of firms. Balasubramanian’s teaching includes areas of strategic management, firm performance, technological change and industry evolution to undergraduate and graduate students at the Whitman School.
Amir ‘Cash’ Anderson signs pro boxing deal worth ‘significant money,’ gets date for first bout
Syracuse, N.Y. – He used to dream about turning professional. He watched fights on TV and imagined himself in that position, a place where he could turn the boxing skills he was learning into a career. Recently, Amir “Cash” Anderson signed a contract with Misfits Boxing, an organization founded...
Roots and bluegrass double-bill thrills music fans at Beak & Skiff
Shakey Graves and Trampled By Turtles co-headline the latest summer concert at the Lafayette apple orchard. As a nearly weeklong heat wave started to subside in upstate New York, fans of Shakey Graves and Trampled By Turtles found themselves still working up a sweat Friday night at Beak & Skiff.
NY SMART-I Corridor gets $40 million in federal funds
The New York Semiconductor Manufacturing and Research Technology Innovation Corridor consortium has received $40 million in federal funding. Rochester is part of the NY SMART-I group, with Buffalo and Syracuse. Over the next five years, the consortium will serve a critical role in supporting Upstate New York’s continued growth into...
WooSox Cruise to Third Straight, Beat Syracuse 16-4
WORCESTER, MA –– Nick Sogard, Nick Yorke, and Bobby Dalbec combined to go 10-for-17 with three home runs and 12 RBIs as the Worcester Red Sox (5-2)/(40-42) won 16-4 over the Syracuse Mets (4-4)/(50-32) on Tuesday night at NBT Bank Stadium in the second game of the WooSox and Mets home and home series.
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