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Syracuse
Wednesday, December 18th, 2024
Good morning, Syracuse. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 18th of December.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Art Mart in downtown Syracuse offers a range of local artwork and crafts, ideal for last-minute gifts, open until Dec. 24. Syracuse.com
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Eugene Kimbrough was sentenced to 25 years to life in prison for raping a 12-year-old girl, after admitting guilt during his trial where he had cross-examined the victim. Syracuse.com
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Governor Cuomo has announced a $71.4 million project to renovate the historic Syracuse Central Technical High School into New York's first regional STEAM high school, set to open next fall with applications now available to 8th graders in Onondaga, Cortland, or Madison counties. Syracuse.com
- ➤ Syracuse University partners with Gen.G to offer immersive student experiences in esports, including a practicum in South Korea and the inaugural Campus Takeover event, enriching its pioneering esports bachelor’s program. Syracuse University
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Onondaga County lawmakers are scheduled to vote on adding $11 million to the aquarium project's budget, now exceeding the initial $85 million due to inflation and project expansions, with promises of private funding repayments. CNY Central
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ The latest Section III girls basketball statistics up to December 16 have been published, showcasing the top performers as reported by coaches. Syracuse.com
- ➤ Jayden Bellamy, a starting cornerback for Syracuse, announces he's entering the transfer portal, marking the third experienced defensive back Syracuse football is set to lose. Syracuse.com
- ➤ Syracuse's Chris Bell is facing a challenging season with a significant decrease in his 3-point shooting accuracy, now at 23.4%, from last year's 42%, amidst the team's need for his improved performance. Syracuse.com
- ➤ Syracuse University's basketball team has a 0-5 record against power conference teams this season, losing close matches due to missed shots and insufficient defense. Syracuse.com
- ➤ The latest girls basketball rankings for Section III in Central New York reveal two new teams reaching the top spots as teams gear up for the holiday season. Syracuse.com
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Candlelight Concert: A Tribute to Taylor Swift
Experience the music of Taylor Swift performed by the Listeso String Quartet under candlelight at The Palace Theatre, offering a unique multi-sensory concert setting.
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The Rollin' Rust Concert
The Rollin' Rust will perform live at Funk 'n Waffles in Syracuse, NY, offering an engaging evening of music.
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Disney on Ice: Into the Magic
Disney on Ice returns with 'Into the Magic,' featuring beloved characters in a spectacular ice skating adventure that appeals to audiences of all ages.
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Born To Run Band Tribute Concert
Experience a tribute to Bruce Springsteen performed by the Born To Run Band at Middle Ages Beer Hall in Syracuse.
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Disney On Ice: Into the Magic
This family-friendly event features an enchanting ice skating performance showcasing beloved Disney characters and stories.
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Syracuse New Year's Eve Bar Crawl 2024
A vibrant New Year's Eve bar crawl featuring multiple bars in Syracuse, complete with live DJs, drink specials, and a champagne toast to ring in 2025.
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Syracuse Local Chapter Meeting
A networking opportunity for Associate level members to connect at a local chapter meeting in Syracuse.
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Syracuse Career Fair at Inner Harbor
This career fair offers job seekers the opportunity to meet with local and Fortune 500 recruiters to explore a variety of open positions.
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