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Oriskany, Madison fire depts. to receive federal funding
WASHINGTON, D.C. — U.S. Sen. Majority Leader Chuck Schumer, D-NY, and Sen. Kirsten Gillibrand, D-NY, announced over $665,000 in federal funding for fire departments across Upstate New York. The funding will be used to provide protective gear, training, and supplies to emergency personnel across nine fire departments. Among the...
Labor union makes ‘no meaningful progress’ with Micron yet, but talks continue
Syracuse, N.Y. — A national labor union said it has made no “meaningful progress” in reaching an agreement with Micron Technology that would require the company to remain neutral if employees want to organize at the company’s proposed plants in Central New York. At the same...
Judge in Trump’s civil fraud case says he won’t recuse himself over ‘nothingburger’ encounter
NEW YORK (AP) — The New York judge who ordered Donald Trump to pay a nearly $500 million civil fraud judgment said Thursday he won’t step aside from the case, rebuffing concerns that the verdict was influenced by a brief conversation he had with another lawyer as a “nothingburger.”
‘Incomprehensible’: Gas leak causes home explosion, burying couple inside
Lincoln, N.Y. — Susan and Carl Pynn had lived in their Madison County home for more than 40 years. They spent their lives committed to helping others, their family and friends said. Before retiring, Susan worked as an emergency medical technician. Carl was a firefighter for the Lincoln Fire Department for 50 years.
Black leaders unveil Project 2025 counteroffer
Black leaders are presenting voters with an alternative to Project 2025, the controversial plan prepared by conservative groups to guide the next Republican administration. Project FREEDOM — orchestrated by Until Freedom, Live Free, MPower Action, Woke Vote and KAIROS Democracy Project (KDP) — will canvass, engage in calls and run pro-democracy digital campaigns to help…
2 Local Fire Departments Awarded Funding for Equipment, Training and Supplies
UTICA, N.Y. -- A few upstate fire departments in New York will soon receive a total of $665,310.24 in federal funding. The funding, which was announced by Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer and Senator Kirsten Gillibrand, will support nine fire departments by providing protective gear, training and supplies for emergency personnel.
Want to rock? Music school for kids and adults is coming to Towne Center at Fayetteville
A Canton, Mass.-based company that specializes in music education is opening a franchise in Towne Center at Fayetteville. School of Rock, a national retail chain and music education business, is opening in the former Community Room space, according to COR Development LLC. Construction is underway, COR said. If you purchase...
Syracuse basketball 5-star recruits being pursued by two-time defending champs UConn
As far as I can tell, Syracuse basketball coaches are prioritizing 2026 five-star prospects Deron Rippey Jr. from New York City and Jordan Smith Jr. from the Washington, D.C., metropolitan area. Both the 6-foot-2 Rippey, a point guard, and the 6-foot-3 Smith, a shooting guard, hold 'Cuse offers. The Orange...
Syracuse Basketball: Orange flashback to the 2003 national championship game
This battle would see two legendary head coaches go head-to-head, as Jim Boeheim of Syracuse basketball took on Roy Williams of Kansas in the championship game of the 2003 NCAA Tournament from New Orleans. The Syracuse Orange (30-5 overall, 13-3 in the Big East), led by star players such as...
Melanie Littlejohn on the Campbell Conversations
On this week's episode of the Campbell Conversations, Grant Reeher speaks with Melanie Littlejohn. Last December, Littlejohn was named as the president and CEO of the Central New York Community Foundation, she brings to that position a wide array of previous experience in the private and nonprofit sector, including a long career with National Grid and its Corporate Social Responsibility program.
Syracuse Top-Target Kiyan Anthony, Son of SU Legend Carmelo Anthony, Puts Orange in His Top Six Schools
SYRACUSE, N.Y. -- One of Syracuse University's key targets for the 2025-26 season, Kiyan Anthony, son of Orange legend Carmelo Anthony, has listed his top six schools, and SU has made the cut. Anthony is a 6'5" shooting guard, and is the son of 10-time NBA All-Star and former Syracuse...
150 rabbits need somebunny to love them as Central NY shelter closes
Syracuse, N.Y. -- Annie-Laurie Hunter has been turning away 30 rabbits a week at her Hunter Hollow Bunny Bed and Breakfast East Syracuse. “Week in and week out,” Hunter said. “It flat-out hurts your heart.”. That’s why she is shutting down the bunny-only animal shelter she has run...
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. Their careers gave them valuable insight into what amenities made for the best five-star hotel visits...
Syracuse TV host leaving ‘Bridge Street’ after 4 years
Syracuse television host Steve Infanti is leaving “Bridge Street Live” after four years on the daytime talk show. Infanti announced Friday that next week will be his last week on “Bridge Street Live,” though he will be staying at NewsChannel 9 (WSYR-TV) full-time. Infanti said he’ll now focus “100 percent” of his time and energy on his role as the ABC affiliate’s sports director as Syracuse football heads into its “most anticipated” season in more than 20 years.
2 people living inside Baldwinsville spa charged in what troopers believe is human trafficking
Syracuse, N.Y. -- Two people were arrested Friday after they were found to be living in a Baldwinsville spa where troopers say they were selling sex. On Friday, a 59-year-old from Flushing and a 61-year-old from China were arrested in connection with an ongoing human trafficking investigation at a Baldwinsville spa, according to news released Friday from state police.
New York care management company to acquire nearby personal care provider
Two central New York home care companies will soon combine. Aging Advocates, a provider based in Manlius, NY, moved to acquire Senior Home Care Solutions, headquartered in East Syracuse, NY. Aging Advocates announced the transaction on Thursday. “This acquisition aligns with our mission to promote dignity and independence for our...
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