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Syracuse
Monday, January 19th, 2026
Good morning, Syracuse. Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 19th of January.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ After months of sleeping on her late husband's grave at Oakwood Cemetery following eviction, Rhea Holmes was assisted by Officer James Pastorello who connected her with new housing when staff alerted police to her unsafe sleeping conditions. Syracuse.com
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ Early Sunday morning, firefighters responded at 2:43 a.m. to a blaze at a two-family home on Bellevue Ave that forced seven residents to evacuate, with the American Red Cross arriving to assist them. Syracuse.com
- ➤ Firefighters responded early Sunday morning to a barn fire on Oswego Road in Baldwinsville that destroyed a barn built in 1899 — investigators are on scene to determine the cause while no injuries were reported. CNY Central
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Poison cancelled its 40th anniversary tour after singer Bret Michaels demanded six times more pay than bandmates, the band said. Michaels still has solo concerts scheduled in 2026 while guitarist Rockett plans local shows featuring their debut album and hopes for a reunion tour next year. Syracuse.com
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ The New York State Department of Environmental Conservation awarded $25.5M to upgrade water quality in central New York. Multiple counties will soon begin projects to prevent salt runoff and protect drinking water. CNY Central
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Today is MLK Day, a federal holiday honoring Martin Luther King Jr. In Syracuse, banks, schools, libraries and government offices are closed + trash pickup is delayed while restaurants, stores and shopping malls run normal hours and downtown parking is free. Syracuse.com
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Former Syracuse wide receiver Jaylan Hornsby announced he will transfer to Purdue, joining eight other Orange players moving to Power-Four programs this offseason. He caught eight passes last season (for 103 yards) and retains three years of eligibility. Syracuse.com
- ➤ On Sunday, Jan. 18, Syracuse women’s basketball secured a 69-58 win over Stanford at the JMA Wireless Dome (with leading scorer Laila Phelia sidelined), as Dominique Darius scored 26 points to boost the team’s NCAA tournament resume. Syracuse.com
- ➤ Syracuse University men’s basketball lost to Boston College 81-73 in overtime Saturday in Chestnut Hill, with 18 turnovers that allowed key points; head coach Adrian Autry said the team must better control the ball as they prepare for a Wednesday game with Virginia Tech. Syracuse.com
- ➤ Indoor track coaches from local high schools have selected midseason MVPs, naming top athletes in sprint and distance events as the season reaches its midpoint. The picks highlight strong leadership and performance that continue to shape Syracuse indoor track. Syracuse.com
- ➤ Syracuse.com shared popular photos from high school winter sports in Central New York from Jan. 12 to Jan. 17, highlighting basketball, volleyball, swimming and wrestling events across local schools. The images are free to download for subscribers + showcase local athletic talent. Syracuse.com
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SAFe® 5.1 Lean Portfolio Management Training
Jan 22-23 — North Syracuse, NY — Early Bird Price: $1299 — Gain essential tools for implementing Lean Portfolio Management in this hands-on workshop.
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New York Sportsman's Expo
12 PM – 5 PM — New York State Fairgrounds — Entry fee varies — Explore all things outdoors and meet over 200 vendors at the NY Sportsman's Expo.
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Brahms & Debussy
6-7:30 p.m. — Crouse Hinds Concert Theater — $50 — Experience a unique blend of orchestral music with a video game twist while enjoying exclusive pre-concert snacks.
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21st Annual Cazenovia Children's House Chilly Chili 5K
11:30 a.m. — 31 Emory Ave, Cazenovia, NY — Registration fee applies — Get ready to run or walk in this chilly 5K event followed by a fun party.
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Cheat Codes Concert
9 PM - 12 AM — Westcott Theatre — Tickets start at $102 — Experience an unforgettable night with Cheat Codes live in Syracuse.
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Springfield Thunderbirds vs. Syracuse Crunch
7-9 p.m. — Upstate Medical Arena at The Oncenter War Memorial — Ticket prices vary — Experience a thrilling night of hockey with the Springfield Thunderbirds battling the Syracuse Crunch.
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Belleville Senators vs. Syracuse Crunch
7-9 p.m. — Upstate Medical Arena at The Oncenter War Memorial — Ticket prices vary — Catch an exciting AHL matchup as the Belleville Senators take on the Syracuse Crunch.
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Jazz Jam
3–5 p.m. — Funk 'n Waffles — Free entry — Enjoy a vibrant evening of live jazz music in a cozy atmosphere.
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Anthony Martinelli Live Show
8-11 p.m. — Funk 'n Waffles — Free entry — Experience the unique pop-rock sounds of multi-instrumentalist Anthony Martinelli.
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Candlelight Concert: Vivaldi's Four Seasons
6-7 p.m. — Palladian Hall at the Treasury — Tickets required — Immerse yourself in a candlelit experience featuring Vivaldi's timeless masterpiece performed by a string quartet.
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~ Neil Barringham
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