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Millionaire Chedy Hampson purchased the former Bishop Foery Center on Edmund Avenue with a vacant house and two lots and formed the South Side Community Growth Foundation to transform the site into a community hub.

Open houses on May 15 & May 16 will invite residents to share renovation ideas.

County Clerk offices in Onondaga, Cayuga, Cortland and Madison counties registered 50 new businesses from May 4 to 8; filings include a bookshop, entertainment services, contractor and food services (no closures were recorded).

The seventh annual Battle of the Wings returns at Syracuse’s Inner Harbor on Friday, May 15, and Saturday, May 16, with the festival running from 4 to 10 p.m. on Friday and noon to 10 p.m. on Saturday (proceeds will benefit the Jim and Juli Boeheim Foundation).

Syracuse-born artist Peter McGough hand-painted a custom Michael Kors dress worn by Anne Hathaway at the Met Gala on May 4 - the dress featured intricate Grecian patterns and a goddess design that spotlight his local roots and artistic journey from Bishop Ludden to an international stage.

Upstate New York’s workforce community meets for the second annual NY Workforce Connect on Tuesday, May 19 at SKY Armory from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Presented by Business Matters by syracuse.com, the full-day event will feature panel sessions and networking designed to boost regional economic growth.

NPR and WAER Syracuse Public Media will cover Climate Solutions Week from May 18 to May 24 with daily stories on local and regional efforts to fight climate change.

The coverage features projects like urban tree planting and renewable energy initiatives (and recycling efforts) that showcase local environmental solutions.

The Onondaga County Department of Emergency Management showcased new rescue equipment at Micron Technology's Clay facility on May 7 during National Safety Week.

The SHERP vehicle will help crews navigate heavy machinery and rugged terrain in industrial work zones.

Village of Camillus received a $180K grant & funding from Onondaga County's Greenways & Blueways Program to complete a design for a five-mile biking and walking trail linking the Empire State Trail at Sims Store Museum; planning will finish by fall with trail work beginning next year.

Syphilis cases exploded in Onondaga County as seven babies were born with congenital syphilis in 2025 and overall cases rose to 301, health officials said.

The county is increasing screenings + partnering with harm reduction teams at its downtown Sexual Wellness Center.

Syracuse Habitat for Humanity will build or renovate 19 homes over the next three years using new state grants (the Canastota project secured $1 million) as it expands efforts amid housing shortage; single mother Shan’Que Johnson is renovating a Paul Avenue home and plans to move by early next year.

The New York Mets called up top prospect A.J.

Ewing from Triple-A Syracuse on Monday night to boost their lineup amid key injuries (he posted a .326 average) and he joined the roster ahead of Tuesday night's series opener at Citi Field.

Eighth grader Abbie Green broke Section III records with 123 receptions and 15 interceptions this spring for the Sherburne-Earlville flag football team, showing strong leadership (coach John Fontaine praised her natural ability and expects she will grow even more) in every play.

Gerry McNamara has hired former coach Ryan Daly as an assistant in Syracuse to help build a new roster aimed at ending a five-year NCAA tournament drought — Daly relied on McNamara’s early encouragement to advance his coaching career after stints at Albany, Bryant and VCU.

Syracuse and St. John's are finalizing a deal to play a basketball game at Madison Square Garden next season.

An official announcement and game date are pending.

Syracuse Speed Dating for Singles 35-49

6:30-8:30 p.m. — Vicinos Brick and Brew — Ticket required — Meet potential matches in a fun and efficient speed dating format.

Alter Bridge Live Concert

7-10 PM — Landmark Theatre — Ticket prices vary — Experience the captivating sounds of Alter Bridge in an intimate setting.

Retro Game Con: Spring Edition

10 AM-6 PM — The Oncenter — Admission varies — Dive into a weekend of gaming with vendors, panels, and tournaments at this expansive video game expo.

Joe Satriani with Steve Vai, Animals as Leaders

7:30-10:30 p.m. — Landmark Theatre — Ticket prices vary — Experience a night of incredible guitar virtuosity featuring iconic musicians at a historic venue.

Waka Flocka Flame Concert

8-11 p.m. — Westcott Theater — Tickets from $78 — Experience the electrifying energy of Waka Flocka Flame live in concert.

Dirty Soda Social

6-8 p.m. — Milano Bean Cafe SYR — Free entry — Enjoy a laid-back game night and connect with new friends while customizing your own dirty soda.

Syracuse History & Food Tour

Dinner Included — Tasting Experience — Crooked Cattle — From $75 — Discover Syracuse's rich history and delicious local cuisine on an exciting downtown food tour.

Boots at the Brewery

7-10 p.m. — Middle Ages Brewing Company — Free entry — Kick up your heels with line dancing led by experienced instructor Greg Hale.

Syracuse Speed Dating for Singles

7:30-9:30 p.m. — Vicinos Brick and Brew — Ticketed event — Meet up to 12 potential matches in a fun and efficient dating experience.

YK Niece Live Performance

9 PM - 12 AM — Jammer's Sports Bar & Restaurant — Tickets available on Eventbrite & Posh — Dance the night away with YK Niece and featured DJs spinning hits and creating vibrant vibes.