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New specialty fast-food restaurant coming to Destiny USA
Syracuse, NY - A new fast-food eatery is coming to the food court at Destiny USA. FriesFriesFries by The Potato Company is opening Monday in the mall’s food court, said Alannah Gallagher, speaking for Destiny USA. If you purchase a product or register for an account through a link...
Pepper spray goes off during ‘Twisters’ movie at Destiny USA (Good Morning CNY for July 24)
Subscribe to get the Good Morning, CNY newsletter delivered to your email inbox weekday mornings. High: 89; Low: 68. Partly sunny, thunderstorms; see the 5-day forecast. Fire at Geddes scrap yard: Smoke rises from a fire at Ben Weitsman of Syracuse scrap facility in Geddes on Tuesday. The fire was put out in 90 minutes. (Photo courtesy Tim Gannon)
CNY Pizza Tour, stop #29: This downtown Syracuse pizza is what Grandma used to make
(It’s a debate every Central New Yorker has had at some point: Who’s got the best pizza? This year, we’ll do our best to find out. I’m on a quest to find the best pizza shops in the Syracuse area. Throughout 2024, I’ll visit 50-plus pizzerias. At each, I’ll sample their most popular pizza, or whatever they recommend. As I go, I’ll score each one, and tell readers a little bit about the shop itself.)
‘We don’t have the resources’: Syracuse rabbit rescue is closing
CICERO, N.Y. (WSYR-TV) — A bunny “bed and breakfast” originally meant for rabbit rehabilitation and boarding has turned into seven years of rescuing domestic bunnies. Which is seven years more than the original plan. Annie-Laurie Hunter, director of Hunter Hollow Bunny Bed and Breakfast over in Cicero, is ready to close the door to that […]
House of the Week: After extensive renovation, this Baldwinsville home is now a 'river paradise'
BALDWINSVILLE, N.Y. – During their many years in the travel business, Judy and Bob Falcone were lucky enough to visit many of the great cities of the world. Venice, Italy was their favorite. If you purchase a product or register for an account through a link on our site,...
‘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.
Syracuse band Grateful for Biggie may be the weirdest mashup ever
Scott Mervis, Pittsburgh Post-Gazette (TNS) It’s highly unlikely that Jerry Garcia could have told you who Biggie Smalls was, and vice versa. That’s how far removed the late Grateful Dead guitarist and vocalist was from the style of Brooklyn gangsta rap that Biggie Smalls (real name Christopher Wallace, a.k.a. Notorious B.I.G.) epitomized in the 1990s. But a band from Syracuse has found a way to blend the disparate musical franchises.
Syracuse Ukrainian Festival returns with authentic cuisine, performances and special beer
SYRACUSE, N.Y. — The free two-day Syracuse Ukrainian Festival returns Friday at St. John the Baptist Ukrainian Catholic Church this weekend. The festival is an excellent opportunity to learn about Ukrainian culture and enjoy a fun-filled weekend with friends and family. Come enjoy traditional Ukrainian dishes, such as pyrohy...
SpongeBob SquarePants is autistic, Syracuse native Tom Kenny says: ‘That’s his superpower’
SpongeBob SquarePants is autistic, according to the Syracuse native who has voiced the cartoon character for 25 years. A video from the 2024 Motor City Comic Con in Detroit shows voice actor Tom Kenny talking about “SpongeBob SquarePants” during a fan Q&A. Kenny said a neurodivergent fan previously came up and asked if SpongeBob was on the autism spectrum, and confirmed he is.
Chevy Court Hosts Krockathon Reboot on July 27
After a five-year hiatus, Krockathon is making its long-awaited return to Syracuse on Saturday, July 27 at Chevy Court located in the NYS Fairgrounds. Since 1996, this iconic festival has been a highlight for rock fans, and this year’s reboot promises to deliver an unforgettable experience with a stellar lineup of bands.
JetBlue adding another daily flight from Syracuse to Orlando
SYRACUSE, N.Y. (WSYR-TV) — Starting in October, JetBlue will be adding a second daily direct flight from Syracuse to Orlando. JetBlue currently offers daily direct flights to three destinations from Syracuse Hancock International Airport, including Boston, New York JFK, and Orlando. “Orlando is our top destination by far and this additional daily flight provides another […]
You can plan anything outside this weekend with gorgeous summer weather continuing
SYRACUSE, N.Y.- We've experienced a lot of heat, humidity and even severe weather so far this summer 2024. This weekend we are not seeing any of that. In fact this looks to be the fourth nice weekend in a row which is very rare in Central New York. An area...
CNY SPCA Pet of the Week: 'Life goes on' with Jack and Diane
Jack and Diane are about five years old and came to the shelter as strays. They’re a bonded pair and must be adopted together. They’re very sweet and would make a lovely addition to almost any family. “Here’s a little ditty, about Jack and Diane,. Two stray...
Crazy Daisies hosts 3rd Daisies Music Fest with top bands on July 27
SYRACUSE, N.Y. — Crazy Daisies is hosting its 3rd annual all-day music event, Daisies Music Fest, on Saturday, July 27 from noon to 10 p.m. It will take place on 4693 Kasson Road in Syracuse. Musicians include See Through Faded, The Shylock’s, Faded Vinyl, Kid Roscoe, Bitter Creek, The...
Edgar Allan Poe Speakeasy Coming To Central New York
The Palace Theater of Syracuse is becoming a special Edgar Allan Poe Speakeasy for one special weekend in Central New York. The Edgar Allan Poe Speakeasy is a creative cocktail experience that brings four of Poe's most chilling stories off the page and onto the stage. This exclusive event will be taking place from August 1st to August 3rd. You'll be combining cocktails with live storytelling, what's not to love?
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. A longtime friend of Bob’s, Steven Jeffris, spent the […]
Syracuse University grad student fishes at Green Lakes State Park (photo of the week)
Haoyang “Peter” Zhou, a doctoral student in physics at Syracuse University, prepares to change his fishing lure at Green Lakes State Park in Fayetteville on Sunday. Zhou, whose hometown is Beijing, China, said Green Lakes “has got to be my favorite place in the Syracuse area” and that he visits the park about three times a week, fishing and flying drones for aerial photography.
Paint The Zoo Blue- Honor 2 Central New York Fallen Heroes
Put on your blue shirts and come together as a community to celebrate the lives of two fallen heroes- Ofc. Michael Jensen and Lt. Michael Hoosock. The Rosamond Gifford Zoo will be holding a fundraiser/celebration of life event at the zoo. Some of the vendors include local food trucks, wineries, and distilleries such as:
Stay Fresh Chalk Jam set for this Saturday downtown
(WSYR-TV) — Art can be found anywhere and done in so many ways. The sidewalk is where our friend Tommy Lincoln does some of his. The Stay Fresh Chalk Jam returns Saturday along the 200 block of Montgomery Street. Tommy joined us this morning for a preview. The Chalk...
Memphis Zoo’s Polar Bear Koda Catches Waves: Surfing Becomes Favorite Hobby
The Memphis Zoo released a video of a polar bear having some fun in the water. The bear's name is Koda, and it lives at the zoo. In a post on "X," the zoo says "surfing" is Koda's favorite new hobby.
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