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Fort Stanwix celebrates Independence Day in Rome
ROME — Ranger Val Morgan encouraged listeners Thursday to pay close attention to the words as volunteer George Walters read the Declaration of Independence at Fort Stanwix National Monument. Think about what the writers of that declaration were upset about in their own government, Morgan said. And are those...
Still some thunder tonight but what about the weekend?
SYRACUSE, NY (WSYR-TV) – Many have plans for the long holiday weekend with friends and family, but will the weather cooperate? Find out below…. After a hot and muggy day once again Friday, showers and a few thunderstorms are possible for the overnight. While the risk of severe weather is greatly diminished for the overnight there could be some heavy downpour and perhaps some small hail.
Independence Day Observance at the Tomb of the Unknown Soldiers of the American Revolution
ROME, N.Y. -- An Independence Day observance for eight unknown soldiers of the American Revolution was held at 9:30 a.m. The tomb is located on the corner of James and Liberty streets in Rome. This is the resting place for the remains of eight Revolutionary War soldiers that were recovered...
A surprising successor for Kirby Smart at Georgia
Fran Brown was like a scene out of NBC’sThe Office for the Syracuse Orange as they hired what can be coined as “the assistant manager to the assistant manager” when they hired Georgia defensive backs coach Fran Brown as their head coach this past offseason. How has...
Dangerous chlorine leak five-times the safe limit detected at Oneida water treatment plant
ONEIDA COUNTY, N.Y. — A chlorine concentration level five-times the safe limit forced hazardous materials response teams into action on Friday, July 5, at the City of Oneida Wastewater Treatment Facility on Harden Street. A little past 7:30 a.m., Syracuse Fire Department’s Hazardous Materials Response Team was dispatched to...
Child started fire that badly damaged Target store by lighting fireworks, police say
Camillus, NY - A juvenile under the age of 12 started a fire that badly damaged and closed the Target store in Fairmount, Camillus police said Friday. The juvenile at about 6:40 p.m. June 28 started the fire by lighting fireworks grabbed off a shelf at Target, said Camillus Police Capt. James Nightingale, a spokesperson for the police department.
Legendary Rock Band to Close Out The Great New York State Fair with Explosive Labor Day Show
Get ready to rock out this Labor Day as Jackyl, the iconic rock band with over 30 years of touring under their belt, takes the stage at Suburban Park on Monday, September 2 at 6:00 p.m. This electrifying performance marks the grand finale of The 2024 Great New York State Fair’s 13-day run.
Syracuse City School District kicks off Summer Meal Program
SYRACUSE, N.Y. — The Syracuse City School District kicks off its Summer Meal Program at Burnet Park on Monday, July 8, 2024, from 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. The district invites you for a fun-filled event with free meals, exciting activities, and special addresses from Mayor Ben Walsh, Superintendent Davis, and Parks Commissioner Tony Williams. Kids under 18 are invited to enjoy a complimentary meal, participate in engaging activities, and pick up fresh fruits and vegetables. This event officially launches the SCSD Summer Meal Service, which provides free breakfast and lunch Monday through Friday at various locations across the City of Syracuse throughout the summer.
Cazenovians are looking forward to what's next for Cazenovia College campus
CAZENOVIA, N.Y. — It's been a little more than a year since Cazenovia College shut down. The impact of losing the school is being felt by some neighbors and local businesses. However, on a beautiful day like Thursday, they can’t help but to think positively about what’s to come....
See psychedelic photos of the July 4th fireworks in Manlius (photos)
The Village of Manlius Fourth of July fireworks show launched after 9 p.m. entertaining a crowd of thousands on Thursday, July 4, 2024 near the Manlius library. Syracuse.com photographer N. Scott Trimble captured the event with a technique called ‘phase shifting,’ from Woodchuck Hill Road Northwest of the village.
Volunteers build new fence, deck for the family of Lt. Hoosock
SYRACUSE, N.Y. (WSYR-TV) — This community-led project was all hands-on deck. Dozens of volunteers rolled up their sleeves this past weekend, to build a brand-new fence and deck for the family of fallen Onondaga County Sheriff’s Deputy Lt. Michael Hoosock, who was killed in the line of duty in April. Off-duty officers, retired deputies and others taking the […]
Police investigating theft at an Onondaga County school district after internal audit
Manlius, NY - Manlius police are investigating the theft of items and money in the Fayetteville-Manlius school district, police said. The items and funds are linked to F-M school district’s food service program, said Manlius Police Sgt. Ken Hatter. If you purchase a product or register for an account...
$20,000 in Foundation Grant Support Helps Lowville Food Pantry with New Walk-In Freezer
LOWVILLE — The Lowville Food Pantry will soon be able to increase its capacity to serve clients. thanks in part to $20,000 in Community Foundation grant support to purchase and install a new walk-in freezer at the Trinity Avenue facility. As needs among the most vulnerable in the community...
Former funeral home gets a new use on Syracuse’s North Side
Syracuse, N.Y. -- Cooperative Federal Credit Union plans to turn a former North Side funeral home into a branch office. The credit union plans to move its office at 800 N. Salina St. to the former Frasier-Shepardson Funeral Home at 1217 N. Salina St., according to plans filed with the city.
Syracuse Playlist: Listen to country, ‘freak-folk’ and more new music from Central NY
“Syracuse Playlist” is a monthly feature on syracuse.com highlighting music from local artists. If you’re a Syracuse-area musician, email gherbert@syracuse.com to share your music, including your artist name, song/album title, a brief description of your sound, where to listen to your music, and the best place for fans to follow you to find more.
June a deadly month in Syracuse: More homicides than any other month on record
Syracuse, N.Y. — Syracuse had more homicides in June than any other month on record -- eight people were killed. For the year, the city has had 14 homicides. Last year at this time the city had 11 homicides. If you purchase a product or register for an account...
History Lesson: Jefferson County's first July 4 celebration
CHAUMONT, New York (WWNY) - Driving along in Chaumont you may find yourself at the small peninsula of Independence Point. The reason brings us back 222 years to the very first Fourth of July celebration in Jefferson County. “It happened in 1802,” Town of Lyme Heritage Center director Julia Gosier...
Popular NY Mets pitcher to make rehab start in Syracuse
A popular New York Mets pitcher is coming to Syracuse for a rehab start. Kodai Senga is expected to make a 50-pitch appearance for the Triple-A Syracuse Mets, most likely on Tuesday, manager Carlos Mendoza told the New York Post. Syracuse will host Scranton/Wilkes-Barre at 6:35 p.m. on Tuesday, July 9, at NBT Bank Stadium; tickets are available through mlb.tickets.com.
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