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Babies R Us makes its return. Where you'll be able to find them in NY
Babies R Us is making a comeback later this year as 25 Kohl's locations throughout New York will house shops filled with baby essentials. Kohl's announced a partnership with WHP Global, the parent company of Babies R Us, in March to bring "baby gear, furniture, activity and more" to its stores by the fall of 2024.
N.Y. Gov. Kathy Hochul warns it could feel like 100 degrees or more this week
STATEN ISLAND, N.Y. — Gov. Kathy Hochul is warning New Yorkers of the impending heat that is set to blanket the state once again. A heat advisory has again been declared for New York City, as well as Long Island, the Mid-Hudson, Mohawk Valley, the Southern Tier and the Capital regions, a written statement said, as temperatures reach “feel-like levels” in the 95-to-104-degree range today and tomorrow.
Recall In New York For Illegal, Ineligible Beef And Chicken
Illegal meat sold in New York State has been recalled. The meat products were imported into the United States illegal and are ineligible to be sold to New Yorkers. Here's what you need to know about the chicken and beef at the center of the recall. The U.S. Department of...
Students perform at Elementary All-County Festival
Baldwinsville students took part in the Elementary All-County Festival on March 3 and 4 at Corcoran High School. There were 38 students selected to participate – 21 from the district’s elementary schools and 17 from Ray Middle School. Students rehearsed on Friday, May 3, and performed on Saturday,...
Syracuse's legendary No. 44 meets the modern landscape of college athletics
SYRACUSE, NY — There's perhaps no number more iconic in college football than No. 44 at Syracuse University. It's written all over the school- in the phone number, zip code, on the field at the JMA Wireless Dome and in the rafters. 44 is everywhere you look- except on a current athlete's back.
National Civil Rights Museum To Host Symposium On 1964’s Freedom Summer
It is the 60th anniversary of Freedom Summer. The National Civil Rights Museum at the Lorraine Motel in Memphis will host a symposium on the 60th Anniversary of Freedom Summer on July 27 from 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.. Activists Judy Richardson, Charlie Cobb Jr, Courtland Cox, Dorothy Zellner, and...
Syracuse Art Trail launches with downtown walking art tour
Syracuse, NY – CNY Arts presents the Syracuse Art Trail, which runs from July 19-28 through downtown Syracuse. The Art Trail is a new walkable itinerary that guides visitors through the heart of the city, featuring a wide variety of cultural venues and events, including galleries, musical performances, workshops, artist talks and more.
Get to Know Your Orange Man: #12, LB Anwar Sparrow
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: Anwar Sparrow. Position: Linebacker. Year:...
2024 NCAAF Cheat Sheet: Syracuse Orange Stats
There’s a new buzz surrounding this year’s Syracuse football team. After appearing in back-to-back bowl games and adding Ohio State quarterback Kyle McCord, Orange fans are expecting big things from the team. The arrival of new head coach Fran Brown adds to the optimism. Brown is known as one of the best recruiters in college football, although it’s easier to get a player to commit to Georgia than Syracuse. With McCord under center, the 2024 Syracuse Orange stats should be more impressive than they were a year ago.
Two men injured in shooting at Kirk Park
Syracuse, N.Y. — Two men were shot at Kirk Park Sunday, police said. Officers arrived at the park around 2:30 p.m. and were told that vehicles were leaving the scene, said Kieran Coffey, a police spokesperson. Officers also found a projectile and a vehicle that appeared to have been hit by gunfire, he said.
Syracuse Football Falls in 2025 Recruiting Rankings
At one point, Syracuse football’s class of 2025 recruits was ranked inside the top-20 in the nation according to ESPN. However, since the Orange peaked at 18, they’ve now dropped to 29. However, that isn’t as worrying as it seems. SU was aggressive with recruiting for 2025....
Syracuse Orange ACC Network Takeover Day is tomorrow
Tomorrow is the Syracuse Orange ACC Network Takeover day and this is what the schedule will give us:. This should be highlights from the Orange series wins over top-15 opponents Virginia Tech and Florida State. It was the first time in program history that Syracuse won a series over top-15 programs and the team did it on back-to-back weekends.
Syracuse Basketball: Top analyst praises 5-star recruits for play on the PUMA circuit
Over the last few days, several Syracuse basketball five-star targets have suited up in the PUMA-sponsored PRO16 league in the Phoenix area amid an NCAA live period with college coaches in attendance. Two 'Cuse recruits, in particular, who were competing in Mesa, Ariz., of late are 2025 five-star big man...
Rodrick Andrews selected to AASCU Emerging Leaders Program
Rodrick Andrews, SUNY Oswego’s assistant vice president for admissions and financial aid, was among 35 outstanding higher education professionals selected for the American Association of State Colleges and Universities (AASCU)’s latest Emerging Leaders Program (ELP). The leadership program is designed to prepare academic and administrative professionals exploring opportunities...
Troop Ride returns for its 17th year this weekend
HORSEHEADS, N.Y. (WETM) – The 17th Annual Troop Ride will be taking place again this weekend in the Southern Tier. The Troop Ride will be on Saturday, July 20, and will begin at 10 a.m. at the His Tabernacle Family Church located at 16 Level Acres Drive in Horseheads. Registration for the event will start […]
Cortland Police Officer Witnesses Drug Deal – Arrest Man Selling Fentanyl, Cocaine, and Meth
On Thursday, July 11th, an investigation by the Cortland Police Department was being conducted near the Speedway on Port Watson Street in the City of Cortland. During the investigation, an officer was able to witness a drug sale taking place. One person was taken into custody, identified as 31 year...
Penfield Central School District names new Superintendent
PENFIELD, N.Y. (WROC) – Penfield Central School District has named a new Superintendent – Dr. Tasha Potter. This follows shortly after the announcement Dr. Thomas Putnam would step down to take a leadership role with Monroe 2-Orleans BOCES as Superintendent. Potter has served as Penfield CSD’s Assistant Superintendent for Equity and Access for the last […]
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