Tuesday, July 15th, 2025

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Good morning, Syracuse. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 15th of July.
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ A new 9-hole golf tournament will take place on September 12 at The Wood in Baldwinsville to benefit the Hope for the Holidays campaign (which provides food, toys and books to families in need during the holiday season). The event will run from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. and will allow participants to combine a day of golf with support for local families. Syracuse.com
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Syracuse police on Monday identified two Syracuse University international graduate students—Wanshan Li, 23, and Aoyo Cui, 24—who were fatally struck while walking near campus after 10:30 a.m. last Thursday at the intersection of East Adams Street and University Avenue. Syracuse.com
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Developers working on the Great Northern Mall plan in Clay said that SUNY Upstate may become an anchor tenant—its role in a new medical center could spur growth, with groundbreaking planned for spring pending approvals. The project has shifted as Hart Lyman acquired the mall site while Conifer focuses on housing nearby. CNY Central
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ The School of Education sent 14 students on a two-week study abroad trip in Italy that combined tours of Rome, Padua and Florence with visits to classrooms and schools, offering an inclusive experience for both students with and without intellectual disabilities—led by professors Christine Ashby and Beth Myers in partnership with Syracuse Abroad and the Florence Center—and deepening their outlook on global education. Syracuse University
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The new Biosolids Dryer Building at the county wastewater plant sits idle because toxic air inside stops workers from going in—county emails and union leaders said. The $23 million project finished in 2024 is now two years late and 50% over budget, casting doubt on its promised savings. Syracuse.com
REAL ESTATE NEWS
- ➤ Local developer Hart Lyman Companies, led by Guy Hart Jr., split with housing partner Conifer Housing after both sides agreed that the partner lacked experience—he will present a new site plan for redeveloping the former Great Northern Mall to the town of Clay later this summer. Syracuse.com
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SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Poland's Carter Cookingham led Section III boys soccer with the most goals scored in a single season over the past five years and two players reached 40 or more goals, while a full list of stat leaders will be released in the coming months. Syracuse.com
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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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Syracuse Speed Dating for Singles in Their 50s and 60s
6:30-8:30 p.m. — Vicinos Brick and Brew — Ticket required — Engage in lively 6-minute conversations with local singles to spark romance.
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Leftover Salmon Concert
4-7:30 p.m. — Westcott Theater — Tickets starting at $140 — Leftover Salmon brings an unforgettable musical experience to Syracuse.
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