‘Survival: Adventure to Apocalypse’ opens in Fayetteville Square
Calypso Ford says her new store, “Survival Adventure to Apocalypse,” is not just for the coming end of the Mayan calendar on Dec. 21 which some are calling the end of days.
Have yourself a merry local Christmas
Want to get the people on your gift list something unique this year? Why not try something from one of Central New York’s many locally-owned businesses? To get you started, here’s an A-to-Z primer, with descriptions and suggestions. Got your own favorites? Feel free to share on our Facebook page.
Plowshares crafts fair celebrates peace, justice this weekend at Nottingham High
For thousands of years, this special season has promised peace, and for the past four decades the Syracuse Peace Council has risen to the occasion by hosting the annual Plowshares Craftsfair and Peace Festival.
Vision CNY seeks input on Regional Sustainability Plan
Do you have ideas for the future of Central New York? What would make the region more sustainable for the long-term?
Ronald McDonald House celebrates expanded home
Ronald McDonald House Charities of Central New York has officially opened the doors to its new Central New York Ronald McDonald House and guest families are expected to stay at the house starting in December.
CNY Ronald McDonald House celebrates expansion Nov. 20
Ronald McDonald House Charities of Central New York will officially open the doors to its new Ronald McDonald House this month.
Hunt RE collecting donations for Sandy victims in NJ
The images of the devastated Jersey Shore are haunting, particularly for those with a lifetime of memories swept away by Hurricane Sandy. Among those are Jim Siciliano and his daughter Gabby, who moved to Manlius from Ocean Township, N.J., 12 years ago, when Gabby was in fifth grade.
Liverpool baker sells original-recipe cookies for a good cause
Sweet Jimmy’s stand is open from 7 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturdays at the Regional Market across from Destiny USA. Right now, Sweet Jimmy’s moves around week to week, but owner Jimmy Wachter is looking to sign a lease at the Regional Market, which means he’ll have a permanent spot. In addition to the cutouts, macaroons and original Sweet Jimmys, the baker has traditional favorites like oatmeal raisin and Italian chocolate pepper, as well as more intriguing fare, including vegan and gluten-free choices. Sweet Jimmy’s cookies are also available at The Red House and at shows at Jazz Central. That’s where Wachter would like to expand — small shops and restaurants — as well as into your home.
[GALLERY] New York State Fair celebrates opening day
Fair fans traveled distances near and far to enjoy opening day of the New York State Fair Thursday, Aug. 23.
Natur-Tyme health store moves into expanded home on Erie Boulevard
As the owner of Drumlins Pharmacy, Stan Meyerson began offering vitamins to his Central New York customers long before the health craze caught on. As the owner of Natur-Tyme, the 30-year-old business her father would buy and eventually make his own, Wendy Meyerson is carrying on the old man’s dream — and she’s doing it with a flair for innovation that must run in the family.
Camillus family’s story inspires home makeover
Dave Peek and his wife, Michelle, bought their home on Kastor Avenue in the village of Camillus with plans to fix it up. They couldn’t have planned for what happened next. “The second we had our daughter, Sarah, there were a lot of medical complications, and life just changed,” Dave Peek said. “All of our priorities changed.”
Congressional candidates stress jobs, small business at Manlius forum
Local business owners and other residents heard from federal, state and county candidates for November election at a political breakfast held Tuesday at the Cavalry Club in Manlius.
Prominent Bayberry businessman elected to Syracuse Chiefs board
One of the most successful businessmen in the Liverpool area, Joseph J. Janowski, has been elected to the Syracuse Chiefs board of directors. The Chiefs baseball club — which is playing in its 52nd season of community ownership – is the Triple-A affiliate of the Washington Nationals. Janowski’s membership on the Board of Directors of the Community Baseball Club of Central New York, Inc. took effect in April and was officially announced by the ball club last week. Janowski is the managing general partner of the Bayberry Plaza and Clay Medical Center. He replaces Jay Wason Jr. on the Chiefs board.
Syracuse Woman Magazine to host fashion show in honor of Ophelia's Place
All ticket proceeds to benefit nonprofit
Syracuse Woman Magazine, a publication of Eagle Newspapers, will host a Runway Celebration on Thursday, Aug. 16, at Destiny USA, to benefit Ophelia's Place in Liverpool.
St. Joseph’s named one of nation’s ‘most wired’ hospitals
For the third year in a row, St. Joseph’s Hospital Health Center has been recognized as one of the nation’s “Most Wired,” according o the results of the 2012 Most Wired Survey released in the July issue of Hospitals & Health Networks magazine.
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