Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 1st of March.
Good morning, Syracuse.
As warmer temperatures melt the snow banks, residents in Syracuse see built-up debris and trash emerge from underneath.
Neighbors brace for cleanup and look forward to sunnier spring days (cleanup plans remain pending).
After a fire displaced about 50 residents at Nob Hill Apartments early Saturday, Feb.
28, the Red Cross opened a shelter at Onondaga Community College’s SRC Arena at 4585 West Seneca Turnpike — firefighters took two hours to extinguish the blaze and treated an 80-year-old woman and a child who were hospitalized.
VVS boys volleyball ended its perfect 19–0 season with a 3–0 win over Cobleskill-Richmondville at Watervliet High School Saturday — claiming the Class B regional title.
Sauquoit Valley secured its Class C regional crown with a 3–1 win over Catskill.
Cicero-North Syracuse grad Mike Washington Jr. ran the fastest 40-yard dash of any running back on Saturday, Feb.
28 at Lucas Oil Stadium in Indianapolis, boosting his NFL draft stock after standout seasons in high school and college.
Holland Patent’s freshman Keira Zike made six 3-pointers as she returned healthy after recovering from a broken leg to help the Golden Knights win 42 to 37 over Oriskany/Westmoreland in the Class B quarterfinals on Friday; the team will play Little Falls in the semifinals on Monday.
The Syracuse women's lacrosse team beat Louisville by a score of 13 to 10 on Saturday, with midfielder Molly Guzik scoring four goals and adding an assist while the team forced 19 turnovers, the most since 2019.
They will host Cal Tuesday at 5 p.m. at the JMA Wireless Dome.
Coach Adrian Autry expressed frustration after Syracuse lost 88-83 to Wake Forest on Saturday — a rare public call-out that highlighted defensive struggles and inconsistency.
He vowed to push the Orange to improve ahead of upcoming games at Louisville on Tuesday and against Pittsburgh on Saturday.
Le Moyne College’s women’s lacrosse team won 16+10 over Manhattan at Gaelic Park on Saturday, with West Genesee grad Olivia Lockwood and Cicero-North Syracuse grad Francesca Tortora each scoring four goals.
The team will host Siena University at 3 p.m. on Saturday.
Le Moyne College women’s basketball honored seniors during their 53-48 win over New Haven on Saturday afternoon at Ted Grant Court.
The Dolphins now have a 12–18 record and will play Mercyhurst on Thursday, with key contributions from senior guards (Sierra Linnin and Michelina Lombardi).
At Cicero on Friday night, the Cicero-North Syracuse girls basketball team won a 66 to 40 quarterfinal game against Syracuse West and will face Baldwinsville Tuesday at 5 p.m. in the semifinals — a key playoff advancement.
Dylan Duke scored twice to lead the Crunch to a 6-4 win over Laval Rocket today at Upstate Medical University Arena, and the team will host the Rochester Americans on Saturday at 4 p.m.
At the NY State tournament in Albany on Saturday, four Section III wrestlers earned state titles, including New Hartford’s Chris Belmonte—who pinned all four foes in Division I 285—and winners Carthage’s Ryan Munn, Holland Patent’s Andrew Juliano and Sherburne-Earlville’s Drew Telesky, while Syracuse’s Ryan Brown lost a close final.
Liverpool catcher Mike Murphy committed to play Division I baseball at Le Moyne College after accepting a scholarship from coach Scott Cassidy; he will join the Dolphins in 2028 after finishing the season with Liverpool.
Murphy looks forward to new challenges as a catcher.
NYS Spring RV Show
10 a.m. to 7 p.m. — New York State Fairgrounds — Admission fee varies — Explore RVs, camping gear, and enjoy a new cornhole tournament at this family-friendly event.
K-Pop Kids Dance Party
12:30-3:30 p.m. — The Song & Dance — All ages welcome — Celebrate with K-Pop remixes and dance at this family-friendly rave.
Dylan Scott Live Concert
7-9 p.m. — Landmark Theatre — Tickets vary — Experience the soulful sounds of Dylan Scott, a rising star with a hit-filled discography.
The Town Pants Concert
8-11 p.m. — Middle Ages Brewing Company — Free entry — Experience high-energy Celtic roots-rock from an acclaimed band with a fiery live show.
Burt Fest 2026
10 PM — The Lost Horizon — Ticket information available — Celebrate local music with CowCalls, Cactus Cathedral, and more at Burt Fest 2026.
The Simon & Garfunkel Story
7:30-10:30 p.m. — Crouse Hinds Concert Theater — Tickets available — Experience the legacy of Simon & Garfunkel through music and multimedia in a captivating live performance.
Free Show by The Mere Mortals
8-11 p.m. — Middle Ages Brewing Company — Free entry — Experience a thrilling night of danceable hits from local supergroup The Mere Mortals.
Syracuse Men's Lacrosse vs. Georgetown
11:30 p.m. — JMA Wireless Dome — Ticket prices vary — Catch an exciting college lacrosse matchup between Syracuse and Georgetown.
Royal Bunny Brunch
10:30 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. — Marriott Syracuse Downtown — Ticket required — Enjoy a magical Easter brunch with beloved characters and delicious family-style breakfast.
Dial Up the 90's
8-11 p.m. — Middle Ages Brewing Company — Free entry — Relive the glory of the 90's with a live band playing your favorite hits from grunge to pop.
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