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Will NY businesses still require masks for vaccinated people? (Good Morning CNY for May 19) Updated 6:32 AM; Weather Photo of the Day Mia Grimmage poses for a portrait after receiving her second dose of the Pfizer COVID-19 vaccination. "Im so happy, I couldnt sleep last night. I was so excited about today." ‘I GOT THE VACCINE’: Central New Yorkers shared their excitement after getting the Covid-19 vaccine. For Mia Grimmage (pictured), only her happiness was contagious at the NYS Fair’s E...

Dino Safari, Onondaga Lake bird walk, racing at Fulton Speedway: 17 things to do in CNY Updated May 12, 2021; With weather forecasts promising a long overdue warm up, Central New Yorkers should be able to get outside and enjoy some fun, spring activities this weekend. You can learn about Onondaga Lake bird species on a bird walk, visit a pop-up food truck event at the Inner Harbor, participate in the monthly Folksmarch at Breitbeck Park, and take in some exciting auto racing and demolition der...

1921: ‘Hands off Thornden!’ Syracuse rallies to preserve its city park from building project Posted May 09, 2021 The interior of the amphitheater at Thornden Park in Syracuse. The park is the second largest in the city built around 1921 after a purchase from a wealthy land owner. The park has Swimming pool (50 m), One multi-purpose field,five tennis courts,three basketball courts a playground a fitness trail the E.M. Mills Memorial Rose Garden an outdoor amphitheatre, and a Lily pond. De...

There is a variety of things to do this weekend in Central New York

Where to see cherry blossoms, fields of tulips and other spring flowers in Upstate New York Updated Apr 13, 2021; As Upstate New York wakes from its winter slumber, we look towards the spring blossoms that burst across fields and countrysides. Though the coronavirus pandemic marches on in 2021, causing some park changes and postponements to official springtime events, there are still many chances to get out and see the colors of the seasonal flowers. Here are festivals and parks to visit in th...

Safe Travels: 10 waterfalls open for safe swimming in Upstate NY Updated 8:36 AM; Today 8:20 AM Swimmers made the best of diving boards at Enfield Falls in Robert H. Treman State Park in Ithaca, NY when temperatures reached 90 degrees Friday , June 28, 2019.N. Scott Trimble | Strimble@syracuse.com Facebook Share Editor’s Note: This is part of an ongoing series that features things to do in Upstate New York while we still experience the Covid-19 pandemic. Before venturing out, please take pr...

SU ‘fell short’ in response to bias incidents, protests; more top stories (Good Morning CNY for Feb. 23) Updated Feb 23, 2021; Weather Photo of the Day Over a period of 37 years Harvey Fite (1903-1976) created the monumental world-acclaimed 6 ½-acre bluestone sculpture now known as Opus 40 in the town of Saugerties, NY. YOUR 2021 UPSTATE NEW YORK BUCKET LIST: Even if you’ve lived in Upstate New York all your life, there are almost certainly some incredible sights that you haven’t see...

Upstate New York bucket list: 50 Places to visit in 2021 Updated Feb 26, 2021; With so much to offer in history, beauty and fun, here’s a starting sampler “Bucket List” for any first-time visitor or longtime resident in Upstate New York to seek out. Please note: In this time of pandemic, many of these places may be temporarily closed, or have modified hours. Visit their websites before heading out. And if you find your favorite destination to be closed for now, please keep this list and ...

Robert Congel dead at 85; Pyramid’s founder built the Destiny USA mall in Syracuse Updated Feb 05, 2021; Facebook Share Syracuse, N.Y. -- Pyramid Cos. founder Robert J. Congel, head of the shopping mall empire that includes Destiny USA, has died at age 85. Congel’s son Stephen J. Congel, CEO of the company founded by his father, confirmed Thursday evening that the developer died on Wednesday at his home in Manlius. “I can confirm the passing of my father, Robert J. Congel yesterday after...

Learn a skill, Symphoria, and join an Owl Prowl at Sterling Nature Center: 12 things to do in CNY Updated Jan 13, 2021; A new year means opportunities to learn a skill or find a new hobby. This weekend in Central New York, there will be classes teaching folks how to paint winter scenes, read Tarot cards, and make their own earrings. There are also three more bonus chances to see Lights on the Lake between now and Friday. There will be discounted tickets and proceeds will go to a different loca...