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SUV crashes in Syracuse police pursuit, leaves home damaged, homeowner shaken
By John Mariani and Robert A. Baker Staff writers Syracuse, NY – The thunderous boom woke Emma Moore. Leaving the bedroom of her 845 Glenwood Ave. home to investigate, she peered into the darkness of...
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Former NY state fair boss' tenure marked by personal gain, nepotism and...
Current director and state commissioner say they've already taken steps toward reform (video). Syracuse, NY -- Former New York State Fair Director Peter Cappuccilli, Jr., diverted $78,000 in state...
View ArticleUpdate: Injuries minor in Rome-area plane crash
Rome, NY — State police say two people aboard a single-engine plane are being treated for minor injuries after the aircraft crashed shortly after taking off from a small airport in Central New York....
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NY Senate isn't expected to pass a budget, again
Sen. Pedro Espada says he'll hold up budget approval to force attention on specific issues. The Associated Press Senate Majority Leader Pedro Espada Jr. said he would hold up approval of the budget to...
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Onondaga County Transportation Department crew finds unconscious woman in Tully
Tully, NY-- An Onondaga County Transportation Department crew found a car in a ditch off North Road in the town of Tully this morning with an unconscious driver, according to the state police. The...
View ArticleSpeeding-ticket trial by "ambush" leads to notice of claim in Pompey
Syracuse, NY - A Cortland County man who claims he was the victim of a speeding-ticket trial by “ambush” has filed a notice of claim against the town of Pompey and a town judge after being wrongly...
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9 dead in workplace shooting at Connecticut plant
Warehouse driver opened fire after he was asked to resign. Jessica Hill / The Associated PressWorkers and family of workers from Hartford Distributors gather at Manchester High School in Manchester,...
View ArticleCayuga County employees arraigned today; both are charged with two counts of...
¦Alan Kozlowski, director of Cayuga County’s real property tax services office, and one of his employees, today were both arraigned on work-related criminal charges. At the arraignment, Auburn City...
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Wait! New York Senate may be able to vote on its budget after all
However, other obstacles, including a public university bill, might prevent a vote on the budget. View full sizeFile photo / APPedro Espada Jr. ALBANY, N.Y. — Sen. Pedro Espada has reversed course and...
View ArticleLottery officials back Aqueduct 'racino' operator
ALBANY, N.Y. — The state Lottery Division on Tuesday recommended a Malaysia-based company to build and operate video slot machines at New York City’s Aqueduct racetrack, a gambling operation expected...
View ArticleFully involved structure fire reported in Oswego County
Parish, NY -- Several Oswego County fire departments have been called to a structure fire in the town of Parish, according to the Oswego County 911 Center. The fire was reported about 3:30 p.m. at...
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What's going on: Plans for mosque near 9/11 site can proceed after NYC panel...
Also, engine trouble causes small plane to crash near Rome, and men impersonating soldiers scam women on dating, social networking sites. View full sizeSeth Wenig / APMembers of the media surround a...
View ArticleGirls stabbed by aunt from Manlius are in good condition, parents say
VALHALLA, N.Y. — The parents of two young sisters who were stabbed in their home across the street from Martha Stewart’s estate say they are in good condition. The girls, 7-year-old Maeve Kelly and...
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Sorry, New York: Even with all members present, Senate can't agree on a budget
Legislature is approaching anniversary of its latest budget ever: Aug. 11, 2004. View full sizeFile photo / AP, 2009New York State Sen. Pedro Espada Jr., D-Bronx, pushes past reporters prior to the...
View ArticleOnondaga County Legislature proposes cutting its size by two members
Syracuse, NY -- Onondaga County legislators Tuesday approved a plan to shrink their ranks from 19 to 17 in the name of government consolidation and efficiency. The matter will go to county voters Nov....
View ArticleFire damages Pond Street apartment in Syracuse
Syracuse, NY -- Working smoke detectors and a quick phone call helped limit fire damage to one room of a Pond Street apartment Tuesday afternoon, fire officials said. A 3:30 p.m. fire in an upstairs...
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Camillus aqueduct is again carrying canal over Nine Mile Creek
'Water bridge' working for first time in more than 80 years David Lassman / The Post-StandardBob Asanoma (right) of Liverpool pauses with friend Dave Nash (left) of N. Syracuse to make a photo of the...
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Backyard chickens raise squawk from Cazenovia village officials
Caznovia, NY -- A request to allow residents to raise chickens has ruffled some feathers in the village of Cazenovia. The idea was hatched earlier this year by resident William Wester, who wanted to...
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Rep. Dan Maffei to propose bill that would give tax breaks to businesses who...
Bill aims to close tax loopholes that cost U.S. taxpayers $23 billion a year. View full sizeFile photo / The Post-StandardOn Wednesday, Rep. Dan Maffei will unveil details of a bill he is proposing to...
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Look into state fair ticket giveaways leads to bigger story of fraud, corruption
Former Director Peter Cappuccilli kept North Carolina friend on state payroll. Potential crimes include grand larceny, tampering with public records. By Michelle Breidenbach and Mike McAndrew Staff...
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