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Historic New York home lists for just $4,000 — if you can renovate it yourself
Looking for a real estate steal? Well, look no further than upstate Syracuse, where a century-plus-old gem is up for grabs at an unbelievable price of just $4,000. But as with any deal, there is a reason why it is unbelievable — it comes with a catch. Sure, this historic beauty boasts tin ceilings, charming fireplaces and even a vintage clawfoot bathtub, according to the listing. But before you start planning your dream renovation, here’s the lowdown: the property has seen better days, with major water damage that’ll require some serious TLC — and a cool $136,000 to make that happen. And...
New state regulation increases catch size for Hudson River striped bass for 2024 season
The New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) today announced a new recreational fishing regulation for Hudson River striped bass for the 2024 season, which begins May 1 and runs through Nov. 30. The new regulation sets a minimum size limit of 23 inches for striped bass caught in...
Upstate NY native to compete on ‘Celebrity Family Feud’ with rock band Daughtry
A musician from Upstate New York is set to appear on “Celebrity Family Feud” with his rock band. Daughtry will compete on the game show against “Last Resort” rockers Papa Roach on an upcoming episode, Daughtry keyboardist Elvio Fernandes announced on social media this month. An airdate has not been set.
Winning Take 5 lottery ticket sold in WNY
NEWFANE, N.Y. — Western New York seems to be on a lucky streak for the Take 5 Lottery. Another winner, this time in Newfane, purchased the top-prize winning ticket that was sold for the April 29, 2024 Take 5 Evening Drawing. The ticket was sold at the Kenyon's Variety...
Your Stories Q&A: Another frozen yogurt shop to open in closed sweetFrog in Fayetteville
FAYETTEVILLE, N.Y. (WSYR-TV) – You ask, we answer!. We have an update on the sweetFrog frozen yogurt store closing up shop in Fayetteville. The Your Stories Team has been asked a few times about the sudden closure, which left some wondering if it was a temporary or permanent closing.
DEC announces start of fishing season for a number of breeds on May 1
WATERTOWN, N.Y. (WWTI) – Fishing season for a number of different types of fish starts on Wednesday, May 1. The New York State Department of Environmental Conservation Interim Commissioner Sean Mahar last week announced the fishing season for walleye, Northern pike, pickerel, and tiger muskellunge begins on May 1. Walleye are challenging to catch and […]
Great Swamp Conservancy offers free fishing lesson for kids
CANASTOTA — Children of all ages, accompanied by a parent, are welcome to take part in a free fishing lesson with the Shane Pinard Future Fishermen’s Foundation from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Saturday, May 4, at the Great Swamp Conservancy’s Simpson Park, just south of the GSC’s main Nature Center on North Main Street.
Syracuse restaurant known for its fresh lobster has closed for good
Syracuse, N.Y. — A Westcott Street restaurant known for everything lobster announced this morning that it has closed for good. Lobster Babe, a mostly take-out seafood restaurant that has operated at 466 Westcott St. since late 2022, had closed in November. Owner Danielle Mercuri said at the time that she hoped to reopen this spring. This morning, Mercuri said Lobster Babe would not reopen.
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