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CNY COLLEGE NOTEBOOK: Belle Kranbuhl's D-I hoop career not over yet
Her graduation from Monmouth University, magna cum laude, with a Bachelor of Science degree in health and physical education does not mean Belle Kranbuhl (Boonville/Adirondack) has played her last basketball game for the NCAA Division I Hawks. Kranbuhl, already a four-year starter who has played 112 games, will be returning...
Sleepy Hollow Showdown on Aug. 18 to benefit Humane Society of Rome
ROME — The inaugural Sleepy Hollow Showdown, a disc golf fundraiser tournament for the Humane Society of Rome, will take place on Sunday, Aug. 18, at Sleepy Hollow Golf Course in Rome. The front nine holes of the course at 8600 Country Club Drive will be closed for the...
Krabbe screening gets final approval after decades-long push from Kelly’s Hunter’s Hope Foundation
BUFFALO, N.Y. (WIVB) – The family of Bills legend Jim Kelly celebrated the news this week that Krabbe disease was officially added to a panel of recommended tests for newborn babies. The formal approval from Health and Human Services Secretary Xavier Becerra marked a long-awaited victory in a battle spearheaded by Kelly and his wife, […]
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...
New York grand jury hearing evidence in Sean Combs investigation
Sean "Diddy" Combs is the subject of a federal criminal investigation, according to two sources familiar with Combs' ongoing legal troubles. A federal grand jury in New York is hearing evidence as part of the investigation but there is no indication that charges are imminent.
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...
Smith Post wins behind pitching dominance
An unearned run was the only blemish for the Smith Post pitching staff in a 5-1 win at home over Charles Miller Post on Wednesday at RFA Stadium field. The Rome-based team bounced back from its second loss of the season to stay atop the District V American Legion baseball standings.
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.
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.
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...
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 […]
Oneida Common Council allows citizens to harbor hens in city
ONEIDA — The Oneida Common Council voted on Tuesday to pass a law that will allow residents in the city’s inside district to harbor hens if they follow certain guidelines. In a public hearing before the vote, residents were divided about whether passing the law would be beneficial to the city.
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.
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...
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