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Monday, May 19th, 2025
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Good morning, Syracuse. Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 19th of May.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Sustainability Management intern Emma Kaputa and Catholic Charities staff unloaded over 30 bins of donated items from North Campus and South Campus—these donations will be given to local groups including the YWCA, Rescue Mission, and the Boys & Girls Club, while food items went to the South Campus pantry. Syracuse University
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ Syracuse firefighters responded to a structure fire on Merriman Ave late on May 17—arriving just after 11 p.m. to put out a second-floor blaze in about 30 minutes while crews stayed nearly 2 hours for cleanup and investigation, with no injuries reported. CNY Central
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Syracuse Police said a 42-year-old suspect died after an exchange of gunfire on North Townsend Street on May 13th—officers said he fired first and returned fire—and no officers or civilians were injured, while a recovered handgun is now part of an ongoing investigation by the Attorney General’s office. CNY Central
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Professor Bing Dong has been named the Traugott Professor of Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering at Syracuse University—his appointment honors late Fritz and Frances Traugott and supports research in energy systems and building performance. He leads projects that improve energy efficiency and boasts over a dozen patents that advance the modern approach to environmental systems. Syracuse University
- ➤ Le Moyne College celebrated its 75th commencement indoors as rain soaked Central New York, marking a major milestone for its graduates. Samara Roya Chowdhury and President Linda LeMura stressed that the graduates will help the community—many plan to work locally after graduation. CNY Central
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SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Syracuse.com published its favorite photos from Week 7 of high school spring sports—showing May 12 baseball games and May 13 and May 15 lacrosse matches at local schools. The free images were taken across Section III by local photographers. Syracuse.com
- ➤ The Section III flag football playoff seeds were announced on Sunday with Syracuse East earning the top spot in Class A and Oneida leading in Class C. Class A first-round games will start on Wednesday and finals will be held on May 27 at Henninger—Central Square automatically advances as the Class B champion. Syracuse.com
- ➤ The Syracuse University men’s lacrosse team will face Maryland on Saturday, May 24 at 2:30 p.m. at Gillette Stadium in Foxborough (Maryland reached the Final Four with a 9-6 win over Georgetown). Syracuse earned its Final Four spot with a 19-18 win over Princeton and aims to break its seven-game losing streak against Maryland. Syracuse.com
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Bicentennial Brew Release Party
1-7 p.m. — Willow Rock Brewing Company — Free entry — Cheers to the official Bicentennial Brews Project release and enjoy Derrick's presentation.
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Ian Campbell Live
8-11 p.m. — Asil's Pub — Check the door for cover charge — Experience heartfelt folk rock stories from Ian Campbell's debut album in an intimate setting.
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Open House Event
11 AM - 1 PM — 477 Audubon Pkwy, Syracuse, NY — Free entry — Explore a variety of properties at this engaging real estate open house.
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Dave Matthews Band Concert
7:30-9 p.m. — Empower FCU Amphitheater at Lakeview — Tickets available — Experience the iconic sounds of Dave Matthews Band with fan-favorite hits and new material.
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Avril Lavigne: The Greatest Hits Tour
7-8:30 p.m. — Empower FCU Amphitheater at Lakeview — Tickets available — Experience live all the greatest hits from Avril Lavigne's extensive catalog.
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NYSAFC 119th Annual Conference & FIRE 2025 Expo
8 a.m. – 1 p.m. — The Oncenter — Fees vary — A premier expo for first responders to explore the latest in fire, rescue, and EMS technology and training.
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Luke Bryan Concert
7-9 p.m. — Empower FCU Amphitheater at Lakeview — Tickets available — Experience country superstar Luke Bryan with special guests in a highly anticipated summer show.
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Birdhouses for Fair Housing Auction
5:30-8:30 p.m. — SKY Armory — $40 per person — Bid on unique birdhouses while supporting fair housing efforts in Central New York.
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2025 NBHA Syracuse Super Show
Jun 13-15 — New York State Fairgrounds — $10,200 Added Money — Compete in thrilling barrel racing events with awards and prizes for top riders.
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The Mere Mortals Performance
8-9:30 p.m. — Middle Ages Brewing Company — 18+ only — Enjoy a lively cover band featuring local supergroup talent, guaranteed to get you dancing.
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