NBT Stadium resumes mobile testing for students, teachers
Now that many schools are back in session, madatory COVID-19 testing for teachers and staff has begun. New York State mandates weekly testing of non-vaccinated employees as one of the safety measures for classroooms. A clinic was held at NBT Bank Stadium Tuesday. Right now, the testing in Onondaga County is being provided free of…
Syracuse city workers must show proof of vaccination, starting today
A new vaccine policy is now in effect for the city of Syracuse. Employees are being asked to share their vaccination status and could face regular testing if they aren't vaccinated. Syracuse Mayor Ben Walsh (I) said this first week with the new policy gives officials the chance to gather information they need. Workers will…
Syracuse looks to mesh community with police in new initiative
A new initiative in Syracuse is working to get kids involved with the community with the help of one sport. Syracuse Mayor Ben Walsh (I) announced that the Syracuse Police Athletic Leagues will be participating in the U.S. Conference of Mayors' "Play Ball" initiative. It's a partnership with Major League Baseball and local organizations to…
China Towne donates school supplies to Solvay students
Now that school is back in session this week, local businesses are helping some kids out. The team at China Towne Furniture donated a huge load of backpacks and school supplies to the Solvay School District. The owner says he wants the schools and students to feel like thay have support from people in the…
Taking precautions as students head back to the classroom
It’s a big day for many families across the region: the first day of school. For the second fall in a row, the coronavirus pandemic is impacting the classroom. This year, nearly every student is returning to the classroom full time, so there are some precautions. North Syracuse Central School District will keep students at…
What fans need for a safe return to the Carrier
Syracuse football fans have waited months to walk back down the Carrier Dome's aisles of bleachers and now that they can, there are a few safety precautions they’ll need to know about before they arrive. “You know it's time, it's time to let the fans back in the building," said Pete Sala, Syracuse University chief…
Marshall Street business boosts thanks to students and fans
The Syracuse University Hill has had a different vibe to it over the last few weeks. With students back on the hill for in-person learning and the first SU home football game scheduled for Saturday, business owners are getting a nice economic boost. If you've been to Marshall Street the last week or two you'll…
State transportation officials discuss I-81 project
Residents of the village of Fayetteville and Onondaga County had another opportunity Wednesday to ask questions about the Interstate 81 viaduct project. State Department of Transportation (DOT) representatives were on hand to discuss the proposed project, which would remove existing elevated structures dividing the city of Syracuse with a community grid that would disburse traffic…
Neighborhood meetings to further discuss I-81 happening this week
Central New Yorkers have more opportunities this week to learn about the future of I-81 and have their opinions heard. The first of two neighborhood meetings is being held this Wednesday night at Mott Road Elementary School in Fayetteville. It runs from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. It's being put on by the State Department…
Derek Jeter thanks fans at Hall of Fame induction ceremony
They say that good things come to those who wait, and that goes for not only Derek Jeter, but also for the tens of thousands of fans who came out to Cooperstown Wednesday to see the New York Yankee legend become a Hall of Famer. "Thank you to the baseball writers, all but one of…