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Joe Nicoletti touts experience as he looks to become next Syracuse mayor

Nicoletti said in an interview that he believes the years he’s spent in government make him the best candidate to be the next Syracuse mayor. He has plans for Interstate 81, the potential merger between the city and county and addressing poverty. Read More »

March 21, 2017 at 11:02 pm


SLOWLY CRUMBLING: With changes pending, I-81 continues to deteriorate

Multiple spots of Interstate-81 have been flagged as either functionally obsolete or structurally deficient for years. Read More »

March 9, 2017 at 12:19 am


Experts weigh in on the future of cities as Syracuse decides what to do with I-81

The state had originally narrowed the options for replacing I-81 down to two from 16 last year, but now a consulting firm will be reviewing all options for the project, again. Read More »

March 8, 2017 at 11:24 pm


Syracuse’s drinking water could indirectly be contaminated by the I-81 replacement project, some officials believe

Experts said it’s unlikely a spill like the one described by multiple Finger Lakes region officials and residents would occur or drastically affect the city’s water supply. Read More »

March 7, 2017 at 1:13 am


'NOT IN MY BACKYARD': Area residents remain divided over I-81 replacement plans

Residents from the Syracuse area remain divided over the state's plan to reconstruct the aging I-81 in Syracuse and the project's recent delay. Read More »

March 6, 2017 at 11:35 pm


Our Reader: Cuomo needs to address I-81 crisis

Gloria Sage of Syracuse discusses why she thinks New York state Gov. Andrew Cuomo needs to address the failures of Interstate 81. Read More »

January 18, 2017 at 1:12 am


Cuomo announces plans to renovate Syracuse airport, gives I-81 update in address

New York state Gov. Andrew Cuomo also announced plans for Saab Sensis to bring its North American defense headquarters to Onondaga County. Read More »

January 12, 2017 at 11:58 am


Down to 2 final options, the state grows closer to deciding the fate of Interstate 81

Two options remain for replacing a portion of I-81 near Syracuse: keeping the elevated highway and modernizing it, or demolishing it and rerouting through traffic around the city. Read More »

December 8, 2016 at 12:02 am


Joe Nicoletti wins race for councilor-at-large

After beating Republican Norm Snyder in the race for a seat on the Syracuse Common Council, Joe Nicoletti said he is ready to get back to work tomorrow and focus on the issues that matter for Syracuse residents. Read More »

November 9, 2016 at 7:22 pm


Future of Interstate 81 discussed at Syracuse open house hosted by state officials

An open-house meeting was held by New York state’s Department of Transportation to explain the latest developments in the Interstate 81 project; among them a viaduct alternative and a community grid option. Read More »

November 4, 2016 at 12:51 am


Options for replacing I-81 portion displayed at public meeting in Syracuse

There are currently two options for Interstate 81 reconstruction: community grid or viaduct. On Tuesday night at the G.W. Fowler High School gymnasium, a line of posters circled the room with information on each option. Read More »

November 1, 2016 at 11:01 pm


Apartment complex for students proposed near Syracuse University

Atlanta-based Blue Vista Student Housing Acquisitions LLC is seeking to build the apartment on the corner of East Genesee Street and South Crouse Avenue. Read More »

October 18, 2016 at 10:36 pm


Options for replacing portion of I-81 in Syracuse down to 2

The remaining options consist of the Viaduct Alternative, which would be a wider version of the highway, and the Community Grid Alternative. Read More »

October 11, 2016 at 10:51 pm


A luxury student apartment complex with sauna, tanning beds to open in Syracuse

A new student apartment will be constructed on East Brighton Avenue and Thurber Street in response to increased enrollment among SU students. Read More »

September 20, 2016 at 11:05 pm


No injuries presented after gunshot hits Campus West Apartments

The shot occurred around 8:45 p.m., according to a DPS notice. Read More »

May 11, 2016 at 12:32 am


Katko criticizes House bill to cut funding for Centro

U.S. Rep. John Katko (R-N.Y.) spoke out Wednesday afternoon about a House bill amendment that would cut funding for the Centro public transit company by 20 percent. Read More »

November 18, 2015 at 10:14 pm


Katko talks I-81 on call with Secretary of Transportation

Rep. John Katko outlined a series of infrastructure projects, including changes to I-81, on a call with the U.S. Secretary of Transportation on Wednesday. Read More »

September 23, 2015 at 8:29 pm



Syracuse University releases final report on Interstate 81 construction

Syracuse University released its final report analyzing how future construction on Interstate 81 will affect the university and surrounding downtown area. Read More »

July 10, 2014 at 2:54 pm