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New York State seeing improving numbers on gun violence
SYRACUSE, N.Y. (WSYR-TV) — New York State announced that so far this year, shootings with injuries and the number of shooting victims each decreased by more than 35% this year compared to the January through April average over the last five years in major metropolitan areas outside of New York City.
First, the ‘creepy mail.’ Now, a Baldwinsville woman tells police she used witchcraft on village official
Baldwinsville, NY - A 51-year-old woman tried to intimidate a village official and his wife by using witchcraft and throwing “hot foot powder” outside their home earlier this month, according to village police. Jennifer L. Johnson, 51, of Baldwinsville was charged May 8, a day after village treasurer...
After many delays, 3 new legal marijuana shops are ready to open in Central New York
The notoriously slow roll out of legal marijuana stores across the state is about to speed up, at least in Central New York. Two legal dispensaries — one on Syracuse’s far west side and another in Fulton — are scheduled to open this Saturday, May 18. Another, in downtown Syracuse, is aiming to open on Memorial Day weekend.
Third contract awarded in I-81 Viaduct project
SYRACUSE, N.Y. (WSYR-TV) — The third construction contract in the I-81 project was awarded to Salt City Constructors LLC on Thursday, May 16. This award is the third of eight in the project. The nearly $219 million project will begin the reconstruction of streets in the Inner Harbor and Syracuse’s northside and will build on […]
Syracuse man stole his brother’s identity to avoid paying for child support, police say
East Syracuse, N.Y. — A Syracuse man was arrested for stealing his brother’s identity to avoid paying for child support, police said. DeWitt police arrested Jason E. Coffin, of Syracuse, on Monday after it was found he was using his brother’s identity, police said in a criminal complaint filed in East Syracuse court.
Fayetteville dental assistant accused of stealing $3k in equipment and selling it on eBay
FAYETTEVILLE, N.Y. (WSYR-TV) — The Town of Manlius Police Department has arrested a 41-year-old woman from the Town of Salina for allegedly stealing $3,000 in dental equipment from her employer. A Fayetteville dentist made police aware of missing dental equipment after conducting an internal investigation. Following a criminal investigation, Christina Mannise, a dental assistant, has […]
Syracuse Juneteenth fest returns to Clinton Square with food, music and cultural events
Juneteenth, the annual celebration of the news that slavery ended in the United States, returns to Syracuse next month with more than a week of special events. Syracuse Juneteenth is highlighted by the annual food, music and entertainment festival in Clinton Square on Friday, June 14 and Saturday June 15. There are several other events before and after that weekend.
In This Moment returns to Syracuse this month: How much are tickets?
In This Moment is returning to Syracuse on its 2024 “Godmode” tour dates. The Grammy-nominated rock/metal band will perform Friday, May 24, at the Landmark Theatre. Special guests Kim Dracula, I See Stars, and Mike’s Dead will open the show at 6:30 p.m. Tickets are available through...
Man who raped Le Moyne student sentenced to max - 50 years in prison
Syracuse, N.Y. – A man convicted of raping a Le Moyne College student in her campus apartment has been sentenced to 50 years in prison, the maximum possible sentence. Jerel Walker, 36, was convicted of predatory sexual assault, rape, sexual abuse, attempted criminal sexual act, two counts of burglary and assault after defending himself at trial.
Man crashes car while attempting to get away from sheriff deputies in Salina
Salina, N.Y. — A loaded gun was found inside a man’s car Saturday night after he fled from a traffic stop for speeding, deputies said. Malik Burks, 31, of Clay, was stopped on the Onondaga Lake Parkway in Salina around 10 p.m., according to a criminal complaint filed in the Town of Salina Court on Saturday.
Company news: St. Joseph’s Health hires Jessica M. Brown
St. Joseph’s Health has hired Jessica M. Brown for its St. Joseph’s Physicians Primary Care Center OB-GYN office at 101 Union Ave., Suite 706, in Syracuse. If you purchase a product or register for an account through a link on our site, we may receive compensation. By using this site, you consent to our User Agreement and agree that your clicks, interactions, and personal information may be collected, recorded, and/or stored by us and social media and other third-party partners in accordance with our Privacy Policy.
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