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Local pro wrestler happy to be a “heel”: Liverpool’s Nick “The Natural” Sullivan is an aspiring professional wrestler and will be part of 1Up Wrestling’s card this Saturday at Sharkey’s Event Center in Liverpool. Sullivan, who had a 63-12 record with the Liverpool High School wrestling team from 2005-2007, got his passion for wrestling from his grandfather – the two bonded while weekend matches on TV. Story, photos, video. (N. Scott Trimble photo)
The Latest
5 key takeaways from our look at Syracuse’s innovation ecosystem: Syracuse’s innovation sector is a hotbed for startups and growing companies in the technology and life sciences industries – but several problems threaten this ecosystem. Here are 5 key takeaways from our recent in-depth look.
What’s Trending
2023 high school graduation rates for Onondaga County: Syracuse rates dip again: The Syracuse City School District’s graduation rate in 2022-23 dropped 3 percentage points compared to the previous year, according to new data released by the New York State Education Department. Every district in Onondaga County met or exceeded the state average, except for the city school district. Here’s a look at the numbers.
They dreamed of a new type of development on Westcott Street. Now, the property is for sale: Three friends who grew up in the Westcott neighborhood and planned a new kind of mixed residential and commercial development in the heart of its business district are giving up the idea. The partners behind the Westcott Remix project have put the property up for sale.
National Grid launches $4 billion upgrade of transmission lines: National Grid plans to beef up 1,000 miles of transmission lines over the next six years, a $4 billion upgrade to the electric grid that all New Yorkers – not just National Grid customers – will pay for.
Camillus mom accused of abusing son for years will serve no jail time: A Camillus woman accused of abusing her 11-year-old son will serve no jail time after pleading guilty Thursday to a lesser charge, a prosecutor said.
Looking Ahead
Former health club to get an overhaul: A building across from the area’s biggest Wegmans, which was home to Fitness Forum and Aspen Athletic Club, is being retrofitted into a mixed-use development.
Wegmans to close during totality of eclipse: Even Wegmans is taking a break for the historic 2024 solar eclipse. The Rochester-based grocery store will close 48 Wegmans stores in Upstate New York and Erie, Pennsylvania, for about 30 minutes on April 8.
Sports
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Syracuse quarterback Kyle McCord warms up at Thursday’s practice. (Dennis Nett photo)
Kyle McCord and Syracuse saw each other as the perfect fit: New Syracuse quarterback Kyle McCord and his Orange teammates opened spring practice Thursday at the Ensley Athletic Center. The transfer from Ohio State looked right at home lasering passes to a receiving corps he lauded while speaking with local media for the first time after practice.
- Axe: How Fran Brown coaches Syracuse football and Kyle McCord takes command (podcast)
- Syracuse football 2024 scholarship roster: First look at who comprises Fran Brown’s team
Alyssa Latham doesn’t limit herself on or off the court: Every day Alyssa Latham opens her eyes to a poster on her bedroom wall. The poster includes a self-portrait surrounded by all the ways Latham sees herself: quiet, humble, smart, laid back, baller, strong, present, dominant, encouraging, fighter. Syracuse’s freshman forward doesn’t like to limit herself, a mindset she also brings to the basketball court.
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- Section III softball poll: Which teammate is the loudest chanter? (video)
- Section III baseball poll: Which team has the best jerseys?
- CNY high school sports results, schedules, photos, news
In Brief
CNY native sentenced to 5 years for Jan. 6 riot
Review: Have food allergies? At this CNY eatery, you can dine with ease
Man dead after accidentally shooting himself in groin during dispute
Restaurant inspections: Grill leaking grease; spoiled food; mouse droppings
19-year-old accused of setting home on fire with people inside
CNY SPCA adoptable pet: Buddy is a good boy, easy to get along with
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