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Major portion of iconic Crucible steel complex in Geddes to be demolished

Geddes, N.Y. — A major portion of the former Crucible steel mill in Geddes will be demolished to make way for the site’s eventual redevelopment. Ross Castner, who bought the 70-acre complex in 2025 following Crucible’s bankruptcy and closing, said demolition is scheduled to begin later this month on up to 40% of the sprawling site at Bridge Street and State Fair Boulevard.

Geddes, NY · 1d

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Democrat Toby Shelley says he’s 100% certain he was re-elected Onondaga County sheriff

Onondaga County Sheriff Toby Shelley declared victory Tuesday night in his race for re-election against Republican RJ Lenhart. Shelley won 64% of the vote with 71% of the votes counted, according to Onondaga County Board of Elections unofficial results. Lenhart, who has not conceded, had 36%. “We made a promise...

Onondaga County, NY · 3d

96.1 The Eagle

Rockefeller Christmas Tree Has a Flat-Out Problem in CNY

Central New York's famous Christmas tree is on its way to NYC, but not before a little roadside adventure.

New York, NY · 1d

Syracuse.com

Lysander town board approves extension of moratorium on data centers

Lysander, N.Y. – The Lysander Town Board unanimously approved a six-month extension of its data center moratorium Thursday night before a packed town hall. The moratorium on the development and construction of new data centers until May 5, 2027 was approved unanimously during a town board meeting. About 100...

Lysander, NY · 1d

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Onondaga County Legislature allows property-tax exemption for permanently disabled veterans

The Onondaga County Legislature has approved a local law providing a property-tax exemption for the primary home of eligible permanently and totally disabled veterans. The measure allows a full exemption from property taxes and certain related charges for eligible veterans with permanent and total, service-connected disabilities, according to legislative documents.

Onondaga County, NY · 1d

Yahoo!

Legionella Bacteria found in Syracuse senior living center

Showers, sinks, and more are off limits at Menorah Park. But residents say notices about the health concern have been sparse.

Syracuse, NY · 1d

spectrumlocalnews.com

New York's plan to tear down elevated I-81 moves downtown

The daily commute for residents in Syracuse is about to change forever as New York's plan to tear down the elevated I-81 is officially coming downtown. Most of the work planned over the next two years is centered around I-690. Drivers headed into downtown will use existing streets to reach...

Syracuse, NY · 22h

Syracuse.com

Democrats won big power in Onondaga County. Now the hard part: What will they do with it?

Democrats orchestrated an unprecedented feat this week when they won their biggest ever majority on the Onondaga County Legislature. They earned a supermajority with at least 13 seats, leaving just a small handful of Republicans on a body that’s been dominated by the GOP for generations. Now, however, comes...

Onondaga County, NY · 1d

cnycentral.com

Eastbound I-690 detour planned for late 2027: Here’s the route through downtown Syracuse

SYRACUSE, N.Y. — Drivers who use eastbound Interstate 690 through downtown Syracuse will need to use Syracuse city-level streets for two years while crews tear down and rebuild the highway. The New York State Department of Transportation said the detour is expected to begin in late 2027. Westbound I-690...

Syracuse, NY · 1d

Syracuse.com

A lot of trees are coming down for the I-81 project. Why is it happening now?

Syracuse, N.Y. — Drivers along Erie Boulevard East near downtown Syracuse are seeing a changed landscape this week as construction crews begin removing trees for the Interstate 81 Viaduct project. The tree removal is one of the first steps in the project in that area. Crews are only allowed...

Syracuse, NY · 23h

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Thanksgiving Dinner in Syracuse, NY

If there’s one thing people love about Syracuse around Thanksgiving and the holidays, it’s the food!. Where's better to spend the one day a year dedicated to eating? Whether you’re alone, spending the day with loved ones, in town for a brief stay, or your dog ate your holiday dinner – just know you have options in ‘Cuse to gobble up your best Thanksgiving meal.

Syracuse, NY · 3d

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Syracuse’s Harborview Aquarium weeks away from opening

SYRACUSE, N.Y. (WSYR) — The new Crouse Health Harborview Aquarium is weeks away from opening, with thousands of animals already getting acclimated to the tanks and thousands more on the way to Onondaga County. “I think this project is a love letter to the kids of this community,” Ryan McMahon, the Onondaga County Executive, said. […]

Syracuse, NY · 4d

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7 Things New Yorkers Can and Can’t Return Under the Bottle Bill

Bring an empty wine bottle back to a New York store, and you won’t get a nickel for it. That bag of empties by your back door probably holds a few more surprises like that. Here’s what you can and can’t return under the Bottle Bill, so your next trip pays off.

New York · 4d

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Vote for the Hot Play in our poll; Friday Night Fever 11-6-2026

SYRACUSE, N.Y. (WSYR-TV) — We’ve hit the final week of Friday Night Fever for the high school football season. Click on the video player above for highlights from the Section III semifinals. Also, be sure to vote for your favorite hot play nominee. High School Football Week 10 Scoreboard: Class AA SemifinalsCBA – 52C-NS – […]

Syracuse, NY · 11h

WSYR NewsChannel 9

New Clay supervisor David Capria to take over

A Clay Town Board member will become the new supervisor, the first democrat to hold the position in nearly 70 years. David Capria will take over as supervisor after almost two years on the board. He edged out a nearly 20-year board member, Joe Bick, who has also been filling in as previous supervisor Damian Ulatowski, who stepped down in August.

Clay, NY · 2d

Syracuse.com

CNY SPCA announces new leadership team amid efforts to rebuild public trust

The leadership team comes amid changes after a new board assumed responsibility of the organization in February.

Syracuse, NY · 18h

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Onondaga County's aquarium could drive further development of Syracuse's Inner Harbor

The new aquarium in Syracuse’s Inner Harbor is taking shape. Before crews finish portions of the building, they must transport the aquatic life to its assigned places. When County Executive Ryan McMahon cast a net for support from lawmakers to build a multi-million-dollar aquarium in Syracuse, not everyone was on board. Now, the race to the finish is proving just as long and arduous.

Syracuse, NY · 20h

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$20M transformation brings new life to century-old Syracuse landmark where generations once played

Where kids once swam and played basketball, young professionals can now call home.

Syracuse, NY · 3d

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New York heating assistance applications are open

New York households struggling with heating costs can apply for the Home Energy Assistance Program after applications opened Nov. 2. New York State Electric & Gas and Rochester Gas and Electric are encouraging eligible customers to apply, according to a community announcement. HEAP is a federal grant program that helps eligible households with energy costs, repairs and weatherization. “We know energy costs can put pressure on household budgets, especially as we head into the winter months,” said Christine Alexander, vice president of customer service for NYSEG and RG&E. “Programs like HEAP can provide meaningful assistance to eligible customers, and we encourage anyone who may qualify to apply and take advantage of the support available to them.” Income-eligible households may receive one regular HEAP benefit per season. Eligibility and benefits depend on household income and size, the primary heating source and whether the household includes someone younger than 6, someone 60 or older or someone who is permanently disabled. Regular HEAP is scheduled to remain open through April 16, 2027. The dates could change depending on funding availability and demand. Emergency HEAP scheduled to open in January Some households also may qualify for Emergency HEAP benefits. The number of emergency benefits

New York · 4d

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