Inside Gedney’s struggle; CNY town says ‘no’ to Woodstock (Good Morning CNY for July 10)

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NEW YORK’S BEST STEAK? This grilled New York strip steak topped with a bourbon, maple and bacon compound butter, from the Madison Bistro in Wampsville, took top honors in this week’s New York Beef Council Steak Cook-Off at Onondaga Community College. Five finalists from around the state competed for the title of best steak in the state. (Jacob Pucci photo)

What’s Trending

Chris Gedney’s struggle (exclusive): When former Syracuse football player Chris Gedney killed himself last winter, it seemed inexplicable. Interviews with family members, friends and former co-workers, messages from Gedney and a review of police and medical documents obtained by Syracuse.com show how one of the most popular figures in Central New York privately fought a decade-long struggle.

CNY town shows no love for Woodstock: The troubled Woodstock 50 festival suffered another setback on Tuesday as the town of Vernon denied an application to hold the festival at Vernon Downs. Why? Town officials said there wasn’t enough time to plan and prepare for the event; Woodstock promotersblamed “political forces” and said they’d appeal.

Fired bus driver wins appeal: A Jamesville-DeWitt school bus driver who sued to get her job back after she was fired for slapping a special-needs student has won her appeal.

Accused rapist had been attending SU: A New Jersey teen, shielded from rape charges several years ago by a judge who cited his good grades and “good family," had been attending Syracuse University. SU responded to a social media firestorm by saying the individual in question was no longer a student.

Far-out fries at the fair: The New York State Fair is known for bizarre, over-the-top foods. So, in that spirit, check out the Flamin’ Hot Cheetos Fries and Caramel Crack Fries that will debut this summer.

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Looking Ahead

Place your bets: Legal sports betting is coming to Northern New York: The Saint Regis Mohawk nation announced that it is setting up a sports book at its Akwesasne Mohawk Casino Resort.

Lift for Life: Syracuse football will hold a strength and conditioning workout open to the public next week that will be a fundraiser to help combat rare diseases.

Sports & Scores

STAR OF THE NIGHT: Los Angeles Angels outfielder Mike Trout hugs Carlos Carrasco during Tuesday night’s MLB All-Star Game in Cleveland. At the start of the sixth inning, fans were asked to stand as part of the “Stand Up to Cancer” initiative. Carrasco, a pitcher for the Cleveland Indians who was diagnosed with leukemia last month, came out onto the field and received the night’s loudest ovation. As for the game, the American League won for the seventh straight year. (John Kuntz photo, cleveland.com)

How the Orange spends its green: Take a look at how much money Syracuse University spends on each men's and women's sport, how it compares to the previous year and where it stands in relation to the ACC and the rest of the country.

National champs: A Central New York bowling team beat out thousands of teams from around the country to win the all-events title at the United State Bowling Congress Open Championships in Las Vegas.

World Series bound? The Onondaga Valley Babe Ruth All-Star team willcompete this weekend in the Mid-Atlantic Regional with a trip to the Babe Ruth World Series on the line.

In Brief

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Onondaga County comptroller has questions, no answers on PILOT payments

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