Syracuse amphitheater to celebrate 10th anniversary with free community event, local bands
Central New York is officially invited to celebrate the 10th anniversary of the Syracuse amphitheater. Onondaga County announced a free “Community Celebration” on Sunday, May 31, from 1-7 p.m. at the Empower Federal Credit Union Amphitheater at Lakeview. The family-friendly event, presented by Rentals To Go, will feature backstage tours, interactive zones, chances to win prizes, food trucks, and live music by...
Man wanted on felony drug warrant found hiding in trunk during Auburn incident
A man wanted on a felony drug warrant was found hiding in the trunk of a vehicle during a traffic stop in Auburn, according to police. The arrest followed a report April 27 that the suspect, identified as Amonti J. Fletcher, had an outstanding warrant issued by the Ogdensburg Police Department for felony-level drug possession.
Outcry over I-81 roundabout near school led to changes legislator doesn’t like (Your Letters)
With regard to Charles Garland’s letter, “Legislator: I-81 viaduct project promised equity. Residents are still waiting” (April 21, 2026:) One of Garland’s complaints is that when the project is completed, Martin Luther King East will be a dead end. When the New York State Department of Transportation released the Draft Environmental Impact Statement in 2021, that end of MLK would have been the...
Syracuse Hancock International Airport warns drivers I81 construction could cause delays
SYRACUSE, N.Y. — Syracuse Hancock International Airport (SYR) is advising passengers, employees, and airport visitors to plan extra travel time as the New York State Department of Transportation (NYSDOT) begins a major resurfacing project along Interstate 81 that may impact access to the airport during certain times. The project...
Following quarrel over aquarium funding, Onondaga County lawmakers to vote on bill clarifying donations
SYRACUSE, N.Y. (WSYR-TV) — After the project to build the Harborview Aquarium in Syracuse’s Inner Harbor grew more controversial as county lawmakers demanded more transparency on the source of some of its funding, a proposed bill could remedy some of their concerns. Onondaga County lawmakers discussed on Tuesday a bill that would require the chief […]
Madison County Man Pleads Guilty to Stealing From Nearly 1,000 Investors
WAMPSVILLE, N.Y. -- A Madison County tax preparer and insurance agent admitted to running a Ponzi scheme that stole more than $50 million from nearly 1,000 investors. According to the New York Attorney General’s Office, Miles Burton Marshall pleaded guilty to multiple charges after convincing clients to invest millions in his so-called “Eight Percent Fund” from the early 1990s through March 2023.
See video of man laughing, smiling as he admits killing 11-year-old son and girlfriend
David Huff, 44, was promised a sentence of 40 years to life in prison in exchange for his plea.
Why New York Chose This Tree As Its Official State Symbol
Vermont, West Virginia and Wisconsin also designate this tree as their state tree.
Central NY weather: Rain moves in on Tuesday, gets heavier on Wednesday
Scattered showers are expected to move through Central New York between 2 p.m. and 7 p.m. Tuesday, though rainfall amounts will be light. High temperatures on Tuesday will reach the mid 60s. Winds gusts of 35 miles per hour are expected in the Syracuse area, with higher gusts to the west and southwest.
Asking Eric: The least I expected was a card or call after my husband’s...
Dear Eric: My husband passed away last October. He was very close with his cousin even though they lived states away. Their birthdays are two days apart. The cousin and his wife were notified about his death. I didn’t get any kind of acknowledgement via phone or card. I’m disappointed. Am I wrong to feel this way?
