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Syracuse leaders get drenched for ALS awareness
SYRACUSE N.Y. — The ALS Ice Bucket Challenge turns 10 years old this year and Syracuse leaders put their own spin on the challenge to raise funds and awareness for ALS. The ALS Association hosted more than 30 Syracuse political and business leaders on Thursday to get soaked in water at the Clinton Square fountain to demonstrate their commitment to fighting ALS, a neurodegenerative disease that affects nerve cells in the brain and spinal cord.
Brady Market temporarily closes to explore new food models for community needs
SYRACUSE, N.Y. — Brady Market will temporarily close on Thursday while ownership explores "different food models to more appropriately serve the community." The announcement was made on Facebook by Brady Social Enterprises, which owns the grocery store. The post says ownership will work with community partners and neighbors to assess how the organization can best support community needs and will provide opportunities for community input in the coming months.
Onondaga County hit by 77 car thefts in one week, mostly by juveniles
SYRACUSE, N.Y. — Seventy-seven vehicles were stolen in Onondaga County in the past week according to Onondaga County Sheriff Toby Shelley. Following the stolen vehicle incident that took place in Clay earlier this week, Sheriff Shelley called the car thefts and smash-and-grabs in the Central New York region “flat out wrong.”
CNY school district picks new nickname after ditching 'Warriors'
Syracuse, N.Y. — The Morrisville-Eaton school district has picked a new nickname: Mavericks. The moniker was chosen after the community was invited to offer ideas through e-mail, surveys, and suggestion boxes, producing hundreds of suggestions. If you purchase a product or register for an account through a link on...
Tillie's Touch to host school supplies giveaway with fun activities in Minoa Sunday
MINOA, N.Y. — Tillie's Touch is holding its annual school supply giveaway on Sunday. The giveaway will feature face painting, snow cones and other activities, as well as a free backpack filled with school supplies. Participating children can also receive clothes and a free haircut just in time for...
The Ostrom Avenue Podcast Episode 191: SU Football Summer and Fall Camp
Jordan Leonard and AJ Myers welcome each other back from summer break and focus on the much anticipated SU Football season. They break down the 'Cuse's summer football regimen, the most interesting parts of the new ACC All Access show, and the expectations in year one under Fran Brown. Also, the guys talk about Emma Ward's return for her 5th year and what that means for Syracuse women's lacrosse this upcoming season.
‘Unclean’: Ruby Tuesday, Denny’s fail restaurant inspections
Here are the food service inspections reported by the Onondaga County Health Department from July 28 to Aug. 3:. If you purchase a product or register for an account through a link on our site, we may receive compensation. By using this site, you consent to our User Agreement and agree that your clicks, interactions, and personal information may be collected, recorded, and/or stored by us and social media and other third-party partners in accordance with our Privacy Policy.
First responders rescue dog from half-submerged houseboat on Cazenovia Lake
CAZENOVIA, N.Y. — A houseboat is currently half-submerged on Cazenovia Lake. The New York State Department of Environmental Conservation reported to the lake on Tuesday to find the houseboat stuck on a shallow sandbar. Responders did not observe fuel or motor oil leaking from the vessel, however, fire crews...
SU modifies plan to tear down old frat house for dorms, but councilors still skeptical
Syracuse, N.Y. — Syracuse University has presented a compromise that would allow the school to build a new dorm without immediately demolishing an old mansion city officials would like to preserve. But the new plan does not appear to be enough to stop councilors from voting to designate the property a locally historic site.
Bear family’s death sparks outrage in Old Forge
Community members propose additional ideas to minimize wildlife encounters, educate visitors on dangers of feeding wild animals. Following a weekend incident that resulted in the euthanizing of a female bear and her two cubs, residents of Old Forge are looking for new ways to prevent it from happening again. According...
Always be aware of your surroundings: Update on SCSD bus hit by stray bullet
SYRACUSE, N.Y. (WSYR-TV) — The Syracuse Police Department is making “good progress” with the investigation of a stray bullet hitting a Syracuse City School District bus while four students and two adults were inside. “Our investigation clearly shows that the bus was not the intended target,” said Syracuse Police Chief Joe Cecile during a press […]
Man suspected in nearly two dozen killings in Peru arrested in NY
NEW YORK (AP) — A reputed Peruvian gang leader suspected in nearly two dozen killings in his home country was arrested Wednesday in New York by U.S. immigration authorities. Gianfranco Torres-Navarro, the leader of “Los Killers” who purportedly has tattoos referencing the names of 23 victims, was arrested in Endicott, New York, about 145 miles […]
UPDATED: Bank of Utica Robbed Friday Morning; 2 People Arrested
UTICA, N.Y. -- Utica Police said the Bank of Utica on Genesee Street was robbed around 9 this morning. Police are only saying right now that it was a masked individual who demanded money. There was heavy police presence around the bank when NEWSChannel 2 arrived shortly after. Bank officials...
Florida man charged with possessing gun in Camden
CAMDEN — A Florida man has been charged with felony weapons possession on accusations that he was found with an illegal firearm, according to the Oneida County Sheriff's Office. Sheriff's deputies said they were notified of a firearm threat shortly before midnight on Thursday in the village of Camden....
Utica man receives jail time for role in fentanyl ring
SYRACUSE, NY (WUTR/WFXV/WPNY) — Another member of the Rodriguez Drug Trafficking Organization running out of Oneida County found out his fate in federal court on Wednesday, August 14. 59-year-old Bernabe Lopez of Utica was sentenced to 88 months — seven years, four months — for his role in the...
Rome woman accused of causing more than $6,000 in damage to vehicle
ROME — A 32-year-old woman is accused of causing more than $6,000 in damage to her estranged husband's pickup truck, according to the Rome Police Department. Police said Nikki L. Marriott, of Sherrill, went to her estranged husband's workplace on Ellsworth Road in Rome at about 10:11 a.m. Wednesday and damaged his 2021 Dodge Ram pickup truck in the parking lot. Police said Marriott broke off both side mirrors and used them to beat multiple dents throughout the vehicle. Police said Marriott also used a hammer to damage the truck.
Health Care In New York State Among Worst In America, New Study
Potentially thanks to many hospitals with failing or near failing grades for patient safety, New York State ranks among the worst in the nation for healthcare. Did you know that the average American spends around $13,500 per year on health care?. That's according to the most recent estimate from the...
New Yorkers Told To ‘Destroy & Discard’ Food Sold In New York
Nearly 450 people nationwide, including many New Yorkers, got very sick from vegetables. The CDC is warning of a multistate salmonella outbreak linked to cucumbers. Multistate Salmonella Outbreak Linked To Cucumbers. Illnesses dates range from March 11, 2024, to June 4, 2024. Recalled cucumbers are being linked to at least...
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