60,614 people attend Day 8 of the State Fair, potential busy weekend ahead
GEDDES, N.Y. — 60,614 people attended day eight of the Great New York State Fair on Wednesday, August 27. This was just shy of 10,000 more fairgoers than on day eight of the fair in 2024. Grammy Award winning country singer Carly Pearce entertained around 5,000 fairgoers at Suburban...
Which food services passed or failed their health inspection: August 10 – August 16
SYRACUSE, N.Y. (WSYR-TV) — The Onondaga County Health Department released inspection reports for restaurants checked from Aug. 10 through Aug. 16. Two food service establishments failed their inspection: Frozen D Lite This establishment received six violations, with one in critical condition. Improper cooling and...
Central Current to host Syracuse mayoral forum
On Thursday, Oct. 23, our newsroom staff will interview candidates running in this year’s Syracuse mayoral race as part of our Current Conversations series. The event will be held from 6 to 8 p.m. at the Everson Museum’s Hosmer Auditorium. Please take a moment to reserve your seat today.
Syracuse University Chancellor to step down in June 2026
SYRACUSE, N.Y. — Syracuse University (SU) Chancellor and Irondequoit native Kent Syverud has announced he is stepping down from his role. In a letter addressed to students and staff, Syverud said he will officially be leaving in June 2026. Syverud has been the chancellor since 2013. In his letter,...
Day 8 at the State Fair: Women’s Day, sensory friendly hours, Grammy-winning country star
It is day eight of the Great New York State Fair and CNY Central has you covered for what to expect out at the State Fairgrounds in Geddes. On Wednesday, The Fair will observe Women’s Day, starting with the Women’s Day Brunch at 9 a.m. inside the Expo Center.
Fayetteville apartment fire robs couple of decades of precious memories
A fire destroyed an apartment building in Fayetteville, NY on August 21, leaving residents Judy and Michael Aiello without their belongings and in search of answers as to why the fire happened.
NYS Fair concert guide: Lynyrd Skynyrd and 2 country duos (Thursday, Aug. 28)
Welcome to our daily New York State Fair concert guide! We’ll be publishing a list of music performers and showtimes every day of the 2025 NYS Fair on syracuse.com. There are two main stages: Suburban Park and Chevy Court. Suburban Park will host the Fair’s largest concerts in the New York Experience area on the west...
N.Y. Lottery: Man wins $1M scratch-off prize; here’s how much lump-sum payout was
An Oswego County man made a life-changing purchase, winning a top prize in the New York Lottery’s Millionaire Maker scratch-off game, lottery officials announced. Daniel Phillips of West Monroe claimed the $1 million prize and opted to receive a one-time lump sum payment totaling $651,000, after required...
Why some of your favorite restaurants close up shop to be at the NYS...
Fair Deli and Toss & Fire Pizza both close their regular locations to focus on the New York State Fair, which requires months of preparation and staff, but the long lines make it all worth it.
Fair favorites: Alivero’s marks 27 years, Basilio’s 68 years of tradition
The Alivero's and Basilio's stands have been part of the New York State Fair for 27 and 68 years respectively, serving up their traditional foods to fairgoers.
