Forever jewelry hits the NYS Fair
Enduring Linx Permanent Jewelry is offering custom-fit, welded jewelry at the New York State Fair, allowing fairgoers to create lasting memories with a special keepsake.
New steel company ‘Lauter’ takes over Crucible
GEDDES, N.Y. — Visitors to the state fair may notice a resurgence of activity at the site of the former Crucible Steel factory. New signs indicate that Lauter Metal Technologies is hiring. Founded this year, Lauter Metal Technologies has acquired the real estate of the now-bankrupt Crucible Steel. The company is...
56,000 people visit the sixth day of the 2025 NYS Fair
Geddes, N.Y. — About 56,000 people enjoyed the sixth day of the New York State Fair, officials said. A total of 55,972 people entered the fairgrounds on Monday, according to fair spokesperson Katie Rey. Tuesday is the fair’s Fire, Rescue and EMS Day. A ceremony will be held at...
More shelters aren’t the answer to pet overpopulation (Guest Opinion by Marcia Tupper)
Marcia Tupper, of Manlius, writes on behalf of Fixing to Help, CNY Spay/Neuter Incentive Program Inc., fixingtohelpcny.com. How much money has been spent in the past 10 years to build more space for homeless animals in Onondaga County?. Two existing animal shelters, one private and one public, were enlarged. A...
Upstate NY mom rescues 2 kids from burning home, but can’t reach baby
Chenango, N.Y. - A mother rescued her two young children from a burning home Monday afternoon in Broome County, but couldn’t save her 1-year-old baby. The baby was taken to Upstate University Hospital in Syracuse, but died there, State Police said in a news release on Tuesday. Troopers and...
School zone speed cameras to start issuing violations in Syracuse
SYRACUSE, N.Y. (WSYR) — To improve traffic safety in the City of Syracuse during the school year, school zone speed cameras have been set up around schools within city limits. City officials enacted this program to work towards keeping the youngest residents safe. “Beginning next week, the enforcement will begin, and...
‘From Snob Hill to Slob Hill’: Tenants say conditions at once luxurious apartments forced...
Nob Hill Apartments, a four-building apartment complex in Syracuse with around 785 units, was once known as a lavish option for Syracuse University students to live. Several residents and tenant advocates who spoke to Central Current for this story remember it by its nickname. “They called it ‘Snob Hill,’ that...
BJ’s Wholesale Club to temporarily close gas station in East Syracuse for renovations
BJ's Wholesale Club in East Syracuse will temporarily close its gas station for renovations beginning September 15, adding more pumps and expanding traffic lanes to help reduce traffic back-ups.
Auburn Police release updated ‘Top 5 Most Wanted’ list
The Auburn Police Department has released its latest “Top 5 Most Wanted” list, highlighting individuals wanted for a range of charges including burglary, identity theft, and criminal contempt. Authorities are asking for the public’s help in locating these suspects but are warning residents not to attempt to apprehend...
Are You The Upstate NYer Holding a $32K Winning Take5 Ticket
Another winning Take5 lottery ticket was sold at a Capital Region Stewart's Shop. Are you holding the $32,609 ticket?