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Syracuse’s Almond Street to close for advance work related to I-81 project
The state Department of Transportation plans to close Almond Street in Syracuse for part of July to do utility work in advance of the I-81 project. The street is scheduled to close at 6 a.m. Monday, July 8 and reopen at 6 a.m. Tuesday, July 23, according to the DOT.
Syracuse athletics: Orange finish 44th in Learfield Directors’ Cup rankings
The Syracuse Orange didn’t win any NCAA titles in 2023-24 but it didn’t stop the athletic department from staying on brand in this year’s Learfield Directors’ Cup. Syracuse ended the year in 44th place with 538 points which put the Orange in between the Baylor Bears and Texas Tech Red Raiders. The Texas Longhorns took the overall title this year with 1377 points to knock off new ACC school Stanford.
3 men arrested after ramming and shooting at car in DeWitt during road rage dispute, police say
Syracuse, N.Y. — Three men in two cars have been arrested after police say they chased down a vehicle, rammed it and shot at it in DeWitt last week, police said. Two cars chased a Jeep Grand Cherokee Laredo on North Midler Avenue, near the CSX bridge around 12:22 p.m. Tuesday, DeWitt Police said. The chase occurred due to an argument that happened earlier in Syracuse, they said.
Company news: Crouse Medical Practice hires Dr. Stephan Barrientos
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Your Town 2024: Experience historic lakes to global coffee in Fayetteville and Manlius
Join NBC3's Megan Coleman live at Green Lakes State Park at 5 p.m. Wednesday to learn about everything the Fayetteville and Manlius areas have to offer!. SkyTop boasts global organic beans and award-winning brews. SkyTop Coffee in Manlius offers a variety of organic roasts from around the world. The cafe...
Syracuse Columbus Monument Corporation to continue fight to save statue despite court ruling
Members of Syracuse’s Columbus Monument Corporation say they are back at square one following a recent decision by the state's Court of Appeals. Last month, the state's highest court denied a motion from the Columbus Monument Corporation to reargue the decision on whether the city of Syracuse can remove the Christopher Columbus statue in Downtown Syracuse.
Hot & humid 4th of July in CNY
After a beautiful start to the week with plenty of sunshine and seasonal temperatures, expect to warm up into the 4th of July holiday! Afternoon temperatures through Saturday will likely stretch into the high 80s if not low 90s. Thankfully today will be the only windy day in the forecast with gusts topping 30mph.
Syracuse Basketball: Top Prospect Ryder Frost’s Visit Sparks Interest from Other 4-Stars
Syracuse basketball 4-star Ryder Frost is on an official visit, with potential for other 4-star recruits to follow suit. Ryder Frost, a 6-foot-6 wing, received a scholarship offer from Syracuse in late May. Frost, a top 100 prospect nationally, has received over 20 scholarship offers from various schools. Yes, But.
Upstate NY's three biggest cities win national Tech Hub competition. What does it mean?
Upstate New York’s three biggest cities have been chosen together as one of the nation’s dozen Tech Hubs, a designation that comes with $40 million in federal funding to support tech giant Micron’s $100 billion bet on the region. The entry from Buffalo, Rochester and Syracuse, represented by a consortium called the "NY SMART I-Corridor Tech Hub," beat out 19 others for a chance to create a semiconductor superhighway along I-90 and shed the region’s long held...
Five Women Appointed to Provost Positions at Universities
Has been named interim vice chancellor and provost at Syracuse University in New York. For the past year, Dr. Agnew has served as the university’s associate provost for academic programs. During her two-decades-long career at Syracuse University, she has served as a professor of writing and rhetoric, associate dean of curriculum, innovation, and pedagogy for the College of Arts and Sciences, chair of the department of writing studies, rhetoric, and composition, and director of undergraduate studies for the writing program. She has also held various interim leadership appointments within the College of Arts and Sciences.
Get to Know Your Orange Man: #31, RB Tyler Chandler
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: Tyler Chandler. Position: Running Back.
Two arrested after accidental shotgun discharge hits home with baby inside
BREWERTON, N.Y. — Two people were arrested by Cicero Police last week after accidentally discharging a shotgun into a neighboring home where an 8-month-old lives. According to Cicero Police, officers were dispatched to Chalkstone Course in Brewerton on June 24 for a possible shots fired complaint. Upon arrival, they met with Brandi Anderson of Brewerton, who directed police to her apartment where they met Marc Salvetti of Cicero.
20 Facts About Oneida Community
Ever wondered about the Oneida Community? This 19th-century utopian group, founded by John Humphrey Noyes, aimed to create a perfect society. They believed in communal living, shared property, and complex marriage, where every man was married to every woman. But did you know they also practiced mutual criticism, where members openly critiqued each other to improve personal growth? Their innovative practices extended to business, too. They produced high-quality silverware, which eventually led to the formation of Oneida Limited, a successful company still known today. Curious about more intriguing facts? Let's dive into the fascinating world of the Oneida Community!
$40 Million Boost for Upstate New York Tech Corridor
(WNY News Now) – Oswego, New York — Congresswoman Claudia Tenney (NY-24) joined Representatives Joe Morelle (NY-25), Nick Langworthy (NY-23), Tim Kennedy (NY-26), Marc Molinaro (NY-19), and Brandon Williams (NY-22) to announce that the New York Semiconductor Manufacturing and Research Technology Innovation Corridor (NY SMART I-Corridor), comprised of the Buffalo, Rochester, and Syracuse areas, has been selected to receive $40 million in Phase II funding in the Regional Technology and Innovation Hubs (Tech Hubs) Program.
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.
Father’s Day Fishing Trip Turns Tragic: A Water Safety Wake-Up Call
This past Father’s Day, a tragic accident occurred at Oneida Lake in Hastings, New York. Anthony Davis, 44, from Clay, lost his life while trying to retrieve his keys from the water. Davis and his friends were fishing when the keys fell in. Both Davis and his friend Wattie Cappers, 42, from Syracuse, jumped into the lake, but neither could make it back to shore. Thankfully, marine patrol rescued Cappers, but Davis was later found by a diver and pronounced dead at the hospital.
DeWitt Police need your help ID’ing motorcyclist involved in Monday night crash
DEWITT, N.Y. (WSYR-TV) — DeWitt Police need your help identifying a motorcyclist involved in a fiery crash Monday night at the intersection of Kirkville Rd. and Watertree Dr. The motorcyclist sustained traumatic injuries and is in critical condition at a local hospital, according to DeWitt Police. The driver of...
Former Syracuse basketball player Buddy Boeheim signs with NBA’s Oklahoma City Thunder
Syracuse, N.Y. ― Buddy Boeheim, the former Syracuse University basketball standout, has signed a new Exhibit 10 deal with the NBA’s Oklahoma City Thunder. The signing comes two days after the Detroit Pistons had waived Boeheim. The 6-foot-6 guard had spent the last two years in the Detroit Pistons’ organization, moving between the Pistons’ NBA roster and also playing for Detroit’s G-League affiliate.
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.
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