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Friday, July 11th, 2025
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Good morning, Syracuse. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 11th of July.
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ Today, a woman in her 20s died at the scene and a 24-year-old man was critically injured after a dump truck struck them near Syracuse University on East Adams and University Avenue—police said the truck driver stayed at the scene and cooperated with investigators. Syracuse.com
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ An IKEA store will open this fall in the old At Home space at Destiny USA — its third location in New York that will offer furniture and home accessories. Joe Bright, owner of Dunk & Bright, said his store plans to use billboards on South Salina Street and Exit 17 to show customers that local business offers similar prices and better service. CNY Central
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Carlene Lacey, a former National Grid workforce director, was named chief executive officer of ON-RAMP Syracuse— a training center that will help prepare Central New York workers for growth from Micron Technology— and will lead efforts to boost the local tech workforce. Syracuse.com
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ The City of Syracuse Department of Water released first half 2025 water sampling results that show the drinking water meets U.S. EPA standards for the second straight reporting period after tests in 2024 did not meet the standard—122 samples from homes with lead service lines recorded 9 parts per billion, which is below both current and upcoming guidelines. CNY Central
- ➤ The city of Syracuse is battling lead contamination in its water supply after new tests showed that about nine percent of children in the city have lead in their systems. City officials said residents must follow correct lead testing procedures to help get accurate results and plan to replace thousands of lead service lines by the end of 2026—projects are already underway in Eastwood. CNY Central
- ➤ Jamesville Beach is temporarily closed for swimming because the Onondaga County Health Department reported an algal bloom in the water+ other park amenities remain open while water testing is underway. Visitors can swim at Oneida Shores Beach in Brewerton, which is open Monday to Thursday from noon to 6 p.m. and Friday to Sunday from 11 to 6 p.m. CNY Central
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SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Syracuse Orange will host Hofstra on Dec. 13 at the JMA Wireless Dome — a game outside the conference — as they prepare for the upcoming season. Syracuse.com
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Showcase Sundays Summer Concert Series
4-7 p.m. — Spirit of Jubilee Park — Free entry — Enjoy a vibrant afternoon with live music and local vendors at the summer concert series.
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Styx with Kevin Cronin & Don Felder
6:45-8:15 p.m. — Empower FCU Amphitheater at Lakeview — Ticket prices vary — Experience classic rock legends Styx and Kevin Cronin alongside Don Felder in a nostalgic concert event.
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Strings at The Mansion on James
6-7:30 p.m. — Mansion On James — $12+ — Enjoy a seasonal supper and live string performances featuring classics from Mozart to Brahms.
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Chirp's Musical Showcase
8-11 p.m. — Funk 'n Waffles — $13.07 — Experience a genre-blending performance from Chirp and Pop Culture in a vibrant Syracuse venue.
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Dead Night Featuring Poised For Flight
7:30-9:30 p.m. — Funk 'n Waffles — Tickets starting at $13.07 — Experience an all-star lineup of Grateful Dead bands in an intimate Syracuse venue.
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Cami Clune & The Fringe Perform Taylor Swift
8-10 p.m. — Funk 'n Waffles — Tickets starting at $29.30 — Enjoy a lively tribute to Taylor Swift featuring the talented Cami Clune and her dynamic band.
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Syracuse Ukrainian Festival
4 PM – 10 PM — 207 Tompkins St — Free entry — Experience the vibrant spirit of Ukraine through food, music, and cultural performances.
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Strict Curl Expo
12-8 p.m. — Strength Warehouse — $30 per event — Experience the inaugural Strict Curl Expo featuring competitions with unique weight classes and custom medals.
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Goalie Camp - Syracuse, NY
12-4:15 p.m. — Twin Rinks @ The MACC — Cost info not provided — Enhance your goaltending skills with expert coaching and on-ice training over three days.
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Erie Canal Songfest
6:30-8 p.m. — Erie Canal Museum — Free entry — Celebrate the Erie Canal's legacy with a folk concert featuring new historical compositions and beloved tunes.
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