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Land bank to combat vacancy approved for Syracuse, Onondaga County

To combat growing vacancy issues in the city, the county and city are exploring a new option in tandem — a land bank. That program was approved today by Gov. Andrew M. Cuomo.

Dollar General Literacy Foundation awards $14,980 to Literacy Volunteers Greater Syracuse

The Dollar General Literacy Foundation, of Goodlettsville, Tenn., has awarded a $14,980 grant to Literacy Volunteers Greater Syracuse. The organization will use the money to fund literacy and basic education programs for adults.

P.E.A.C.E. Inc. honors Big Brothers, Sisters for 'making a difference'

On May 9, more than 200 attendees gathered at Drumlins to honor volunteer mentors who participate in P.E.A.C.E., Inc. Big Brothers Big Sisters traditional and school-based programs.

Police: Man had 46 grams of cocaine when he crashed into DeWitt home

A Syracuse man has been charged with numerous misdemeanors and felonies after a traffic stop, turned police chase.

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Touching BASE in the classroom

School Is In

To a large degree, Mark Teahen and Josh Wilkie are baseball opposites.

Peace Action forum seeks new priorities

City Scuffle

Howie Hawkins walked into ArtRage last week looking a little disoriented.

Ticket sales on hold for New York State Fair grandstand acts

Tickets for Jason Aldean and Luke Bryan at the New York State Fair have been put on hold, pending a completed contract with the fair’s ticketing company.

Asbestos abatement completed at old Eastwood Steak & Sundae

Asbestos abatement at the former Steak & Sundae in Eastwood has been finished as businesses prepare to move into the renovated building.

East Syracuse man accused of intending to sell handgun at Regional Farmers Market

Detectives in the Onondaga County Sheriff’s Burglary Investigation Unit have charged Ronald Cottrell, 32, of East Syracuse with possession of a handgun as well as breaking into multiple storage facilities in 2011 and 2012.

Stand Against Suicide to hold fundraiser June 2

This summer, SAS will hold its first-ever “Take a Stand, Save a Life” fundraiser. The soon-to-be annual event will feature a craft fair, car and motorcycle show, live music, raffles, children’s activities and food.