Anne Burrell, celebrity chef from Upstate NY, dies at 55
Cazenovia native Anne Burrell, who started her culinary career in Syracuse and later became one of America’s best-known celebrity chefs, has died at age 55. Burrell, sporting her trademark spiky platinum hair, was most familiar for her longtime role as host of The Food Network’s “Worst Cook in America” and other shows.
Clay man accused of rape facing more charges after additional victim found
The Clay man accused of raping a 5-year-old girl earlier this month in North Syracuse now faces additional charges for an incident that happened in January, the Onondaga County Sheriff's Office announced Thursday. The Sheriff's Office and Onondaga County District Attorney William Fitzpatrick said they found a third...
Heartbreak In Canastota New York: Family’s Car Stolen
A Canastota family is reeling after their car was stolen right out of their driveway in the early hours. In a Facebook post, the heartbroken car owner Nichole sounded the alarm to the community:. UPDATE: IF YOU HAVE ANY KNOWLEDGE OF THE PICTURED INDIVIDUALS PLEASE CONTACT CANASTOTA PD WITH DETAILS.
Diners of CNY: No Carl, no country, just a kitchen that makes damn good...
(Every diner has a story to tell, and it’s often served with a side of bacon and eggs. Whether it’s a beloved recipe, a family legacy spanning generations, or the camaraderie of regulars at the counter, these places are more than just eateries — they’re community gathering places. Over the course of 2025, I’ll visit...
X sues N.Y. over requirement to report how it handles offensive posts
Elon Musk's X is suing New York over a state law that requires the company to report how it handles offensive content.
Frustrated New York Governor Declares ‘This is Bull$#@!’
The New York Governor uncharacteristically lost her cool this week, dropping an expletive-laden comment during a press conference and doubling down on social media. On Tuesday, Kathy Hochul didn't mince words when talking to the press about a breaking news story. The governor of New York, when asked for comment,...
Search Conducted For Runaway Wallaby In New York State
A macropod is on the loose, and officials in New York state are asking the public's help finding this escaped animal. In this case, a wallaby named Mac was reported missing Sunday, according to New York Upstate. Officials told CNY Central that "wallabies are phenomenal animals, they really are, but...
Friends remember Eastridge grad who drowned while kayaking
Rochester, N.Y. — Loved ones are remembering an Eastridge High School graduate who drowned in Central New York over the weekend. Kader Oulasie, 21, was kayaking with a friend Sunday on Tully Lake when his kayak capsized, according to the Onondaga County Sheriff's Office. His body was found Monday.
Police: Suspect fled to Albany area, charged with murder for killing on Neutral Court
SYRACUSE, N.Y. — The Syracuse Police Department announced an arrest in an investigation into a fatal shooting from April on Thursday afternoon. The Police Department announced the arrest of Mikel Hackett, 39. He is facing charges of murder in the second degree and criminal possession of a weapon. Police...
Connecticut man facing possible prison time for fraudulently obtaining driver’s licenses for immigrants in...
BOSTON – A Connecticut man pleaded guilty to conspiring to fraudulently obtain driver’s licenses for ineligible applicants, primarily undocumented immigrants. According to the Massachusetts Department of Justice, 28-yar-old Cesar Agusto Martin Reis of Waterbury admitted to one count of conspiracy to unlawfully...