Sean Kirst: Syracuse teens find 21st century meaning in new marker for abolitionist giant
You remember the feeling. Wednesday was the first true day of summer vacation for the high school seniors at the Syracuse Academy of Science. Their graduation was held that night at Onondaga Community College, but they had basically spent 13 years of their young lives — going back to their first day of kindergarten — e
House of the Week: Skaneateles’ Barrow Estate has ‘played a chord in my heart,’...
SKANEATELES, N.Y. – The value of Skaneateles’ Barrow House at 34 State Street extends far beyond the physical structure. Built in 1832, it is a part of the fabric of the village. “Its location, architecture, connection to the arts, history and successful inn operation all contribute,” said Michael...
Police: Oneida man arrested after 600 fentanyl doses seized from home
ONEIDA, N.Y. (WSYR-TV) — A Madison County man is facing several criminal charges after 600 fentanyl doses and other drugs were allegedly found at a residence. On June 15, officers executed a search warrant at a West Elm Street home after a six-month narcotics investigation, according to a statement from the Oneida Poli
State awards $2.2 million for Syracuse Habitat for Humanity’s biggest project ever
Syracuse, N.Y. — Syracuse Habitat for Humanity is getting a big boost for its plans to build seven new single-family houses on a block in the city’s South Side neighborhood. A $3.1 million project to add seven affordably priced homes on West Brighton and Forest avenues has secured...
How millions can get affordable weight-loss drugs: CNY pharmacist explains
Syracuse, NY -- A new Medicare pilot program will launch July 1 that will offer affordable weight-loss drugs to millions of Americans. The GLP-1 Bridge program will allow Medicare recipients with Part D prescription coverage access to the blockbuster drugs for the first time to combat obesity. Central New York’s...
Juneteenth Fest, Westcott Art Trail, Eat Local NY Food Fest and more in CNY...
Several events are happening around Central New York this weekend. You can share your event with CNY Central by reaching out on social media or by email to [email protected]. Syracuse Juneteenth Festival. Celebrate Black freedom, culture and community at the Syracuse Juneteenth Festival at Clinton Square. The event i
Strong thunderstorms and gusty winds possible again in Central NY on Friday afternoon
Scattered showers and thunderstorms are expected to develop across Central New York on Friday afternoon and early evening, according to the National Weather Service. The storms are most likely to form after 1 p.m. Friday. Forecasters warn that some storms could produce strong gusty winds . Breezy conditions will contin
Syracuse naturalization ceremony welcomes 17 new citizens (photos, video)
The new citizens come from 13 different countries. Eight are members of the U.S. military.
Syracuse deals Florida State a significant recruiting blow landing 3-star DL Jason Lewis
3-star DL Jason Lewis looked like he was all Florida State after his official visit a couple of weeks ago. He committed to Syracuse after an OV there.
Fourth Upstate Medical University worker detained by ICE at Syracuse Airport
An Upstate Medical University worker was detained by ICE at the Syracuse Airport Wednesday night, the fourth one in the last year, union officials said on Thursday. The man was then released with an ankle monitor. Dame Ka was traveling from Syracuse to Atlanta to watch the World Cup games....

















