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Dogs visiting Stafford Park now have a new agility course built by Scout Troop 100 (with help from the Optimist Club) as part of an Eagle Scout project completed on Sunday, Aug.

2. The improvement offers a fresh space for local pups to climb, jump and burn energy.

CNY Solidarity hosted a community presentation Sunday — discussing new AI-driven data center proposals that could boost property tax revenue while raising concerns over water and energy use; Syracuse University professor Jennifer Stromer-Galley led the event as Gov. Hochul’s statewide moratorium highlights possible future impacts.

Local author Jon Selzer released his new book, JoJo Soars and Scores, on Sunday, Aug.

2 to teach kids life lessons through a fun story of a platypus overcoming challenges to join a lacrosse team (the book is the second in his JoJo series from Today's Seeds).

Usher and Chris Brown performed at JMA Wireless Dome on Friday, Aug.

1, drawing nearly 35,000 fans for a three-hour R&B concert. The duo alternated sets with dynamic staging and high-tech effects (including lasers and pyrotechnics) that engaged the crowd until the final note.

CNY Pride announced free ticket giveaways for Pride Day at the Great New York State Fair this summer in Geddes.

The event will feature a flag raising ceremony at 9:30 a.m. and a DJ Pretty Mess performance at Chevy Court on Friday, Aug. 28.

Crews began tearing down Great Northern Mall last week and one of its owners said demolition is ahead of schedule and may finish in under 90 days as the 200-acre property at the northeast corner of Route 31 and Interstate 481 is set for mixed-use redevelopment.

Former SU lineman Matthew Bergeron signed a four-year, $96 million contract with the Atlanta Falcons, with $60 million guaranteed money, and quickly became a key starter after joining the team from Syracuse.

The deal ranks as one of the richest for a former SU player.

North Syracuse Speed Dating for Singles in Their 30s and 40s

7:30-9:30 p.m. — Vicinos Brick and Brew — Ticket required — Meet up to 12 potential matches in a fun and friendly setting.

Billy Idol Concert

7:30 PM — Empower FCU Amphitheater at Lakeview — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy a night of classic rock with Billy Idol in a vibrant outdoor setting.