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Snow died Monday afternoon on Route 14 in Granby when a car hit him while he was crossing the road with a rolling container to return to his truck — the driver, Kyle J. Parker from Baldwinsville tried to help at the scene.

Modovolo— a Central New York drone startup— and Lamarr AI, with ties to Syracuse University, are among five finalists chosen by Empire State Development for the Genius NY accelerator program.

They will refine business plans until May and later pitch for up to $1 million at the INSPYRE Innovation Hub in downtown Syracuse, with the winner announced on May 7, 2026.

Rodney Haymes, who once sold weed illegally, will open a state-licensed cannabis dispensary called the Dank Bank by the Budd Boyz this fall in the former Chase Bank branch on Court Street Road in DeWitt—he plans to use its vault and drive-thru lanes to offer quality products and support his nonprofit for community outreach.

A Syracuse woman is charged with second-degree manslaughter after she pushed a 68-year-old man off a stool and kicked him at Guilfoil’s Irish Pub on May 31—she said 'good' when she learned he might be dead.

Professor Rebecca Xu is leading a course where students use AI to explore creative art—she said that learning to work with the technology can help spark new ideas.

National Grid is set to expand its substation on Caughdenoy Road in Clay to power Micron Technology’s new chipmaking complex while Onondaga County Water Authority asks the state for permission to draw 50% more water from Lake Ontario—both efforts are planned before Micron begins work this fall pending government approvals.

Clay officials said they are proud to host Micron Technology’s planned chipmaking complex and stressed that project costs must not fall on local taxpayers— they urged that Micron cover its own expenses.

Residents in Dewitt and East Syracuse raised concerns that low-value homes are being over-assessed and taxes are increasing ahead of a Town Board meeting.

Town Board members explained that property values are based on both each home and the surrounding properties—leaving some homeowners with a difficult appeal process.

Syracuse Common Council voted on Monday, August 12, to swap housing projects with the Syracuse Housing Authority and plan a community center for children at Latimer Terrace+the plan submitted to HUD aims for construction of the Children Rising Center by 2033.

Thunder Island in Fulton, a 113-acre amusement park with a water park, go-kart track, mini-golf course and banquet hall, is up for sale for $1.5 million.

The park is closed for the 2025 season—owners plan for future redevelopment.

Coldfront Live Performance

8:00-9:30 p.m. — Middle Ages Brewing Company — $10 cover — Experience the dynamic rock sounds of ColdFront as they cover classic and contemporary hits.

Asian Elephant Extravaganza

10 AM – 3 PM — Rosamond Gifford Zoo — Free for members with paid admission — Celebrate the cultural traditions of South Asia with music, dance, and engaging elephant encounters.

The Great New York State Fair 2025

5 AM – 7 PM — New York State Fairgrounds — Admission varies — Experience a specialized exhibition showcasing the best of agriculture in New York.

T.3 Live Performance

8-10 p.m. — Funk 'n Waffles — Tickets starting at $23.63 — Experience the harmonious blend of a capella and instrumental music with T.3.

Lynyrd Skynyrd Concert

8:00 PM — New York State Fairgrounds — Tickets starting at $81 — Experience the legendary Lynyrd Skynyrd with their energetic new tour featuring classic hits and surprises.

Irish Fest Kick Off Party

8-9:30 p.m. — Middle Ages Brewing Company — 18+ only — Celebrate the start of Irish Fest with the electrifying Celtic roots music of The Town Pants.

Syracuse Football vs. UConn

8:00 PM – 1:30 PM — JMA Wireless Dome — Tickets available — Cheer on Syracuse as they face off against UConn in this exciting football matchup.

Scare-A-Con Horror and Pop Culture Convention

4:00 – 5:30 p.m. — Marriott Syracuse Downtown — Check website for details — Experience the Northeast's premier horror and pop culture fan convention and film festival.

Syracuse Show 2025

Sept 7-8 — Embassy Suites by Hilton Syracuse — Trade show access — Explore the largest regional event showcasing footwear and apparel.

REV PEYTON'S BIG DAMN BAND Concert

7-10 p.m. — Funk 'n Waffles — Tickets $30-$152 — Experience a lively performance by The Reverend Peyton's Big Damn Band and The Hooten Hallers in Syracuse.