Residents push back on Micron-linked housing plan
A proposed 436-unit housing development in Onondaga drew sharp criticism from locals Tuesday night, according to Syracuse.com. The project, tied to Micron’s coming jobs boom, would sit 20 miles from the Clay chip plant—too far, some argued, to make sense. Neighbors packed the town hall to voice fears about blasting...
New clarification on how Syracuse decides the company clearing sidewalks
The City of Syracuse clarified on Thursday that it does not "license" some city contractors like they do with other snowplow companies who work in the city. PREVIOUS COVERAGE | Syracuse snow plow operators unlicensed, companies begin filing paperwork. Despite a city ordinance requiring snow plow drivers to be...
Performer cancels Syracuse concert due to visa issues; replacement named
A music group has canceled a Syracuse concert due to visa issues preventing them from performing in the United States. The Folkus Project announced Wednesday that Maggie’s Wake, a Canadian folk-roots band, will not be able to perform Friday, Dec. 12 at the May Memorial Unitarian Universalist Society in Syracuse.
Recess Coffee suffers pipe burst in aftermath of apartment fire above it
SYRACUSE, N.Y. — Recess Coffee on Tipperary Hill remains closed days after a fire broke out in an apartment unit above it. On Thursday, the coffee shop posted on its Facebook page that the fire and the open windows above it caused a pipe to burst, leading to additional damage.
Syracuse plans ‘clanker system’ to stop trucks from hitting Park Street bridge
Syracuse, N.Y. — The city of Syracuse is planning to install a “clanker system” to try to stop trucks from hitting the Park Street bridge. The project, set to begin midway in 2026, will involve hanging a line of heavy rubber buoys ahead of the bridge at the same height. If an over-height truck approaches, it will...
Syracuse man gets longer sentence for trafficking guns after refusing to testify against codefendant
Syracuse, N.Y. ― A Syracuse man was sentenced Thursday to 20 years in prison for trafficking guns from Georgia to Syracuse. Julius Anderson, 35, previously pleaded guilty to conspiring with two women to traffic and sell dozens of guns from Georgia in Syracuse. He was originally promised a shorter...
National Grid delay risks loss of $100K grant for Miss Prissy’s new restaurant location
Miss Prissy's, a former popular southern cooking restaurant, is facing delays in opening its new location due to pending electrical upgrades from National Grid, which is needed to complete the restaurant and secure a $100,000 hospitality grant from the county.
The Luckiest Places to Buy a Lottery Ticket in The State of New York
Based on historic jackpot sales, current lucky streaks, and high-volume payouts, here are the "luckiest" places to try your fortune in the Empire State. New York's most significant wins are often found in the metropolitan area, creating instant legends out of humble neighborhood stores. The All-Time Champion: Liberty...
New Yorkers Dealing With Unusual Symptoms From COVID Variant
A new COVID variant is now spreading in New York and it’s not acting like the others. Doctors say these unexpected symptoms could be the first warning signs.
Mayor Adams vetoes bill to decriminalize illegal street vending; state leaders open to helping...
Good morning, New York City. Here's what you need to know today. A few showers are possible early this morning, otherwise it will be mainly cloudy and cooler. 1. Mayor Adams vetoes bill to decriminalize illegal street vending. In a surprise move, Mayor Eric Adams vetoed a City Council bill...
