Rochester Red Wings Host 7-Game Homestand vs. Mets

The Rochester Red Wings will host a seven-game homestand at ESL Ballpark May 25-31 against the Syracuse Mets, featuring Memorial Day $5 tickets with a camo jersey giveaway, Education Day, Salute to Pro Wrestling Night with Kevin Nash, a Mittsy jersey giveaway, two postgame fireworks shows, Star Wars Night, Spikes & Mittsy Birthday Party and Run the Bases Sunday, with tickets at https://atmilb.com/4aisuh6.

May 17, 2026 at 8:01 PM Sports

Auburn police union issues statement after attack on Syracuse officers

An Auburn Police Union Local 195 statement following an attack on Syracuse officers and an officer-involved shooting praised the officers’ safety, urged vigilance and mutual support, and emphasized the comments represent the union’s views, not those of the City of Auburn or its police department.

May 14, 2026 at 2:35 PM Police

Lackawanna County Weekend Events Set for May 14–17

Lackawanna County, Pa.—Visit Lackawanna Pennsylvania’s May 14–17 weekend lineup includes Steamtown Excursion to Carbondale: Spring Marketplace at the Steamtown National Historic Site; Scranton/Wilkes-Barre RailRiders vs. Syracuse Mets at PNC Field; the NEPA Armed Forces Day Parade in Downtown Scranton; Tulip Festival & Baby Animal Days at Lakeland Orchard & Cidery; the Heroes Of All Kinds 5K Run/Walk in Downtown Scranton; Electric City Improv performances; Boots & Beer Line Dancing at Breaker Brewing Company; Keystone College Observatory Sessions at the Thomas G. Cupillari ’60 Observatory; Trolley Excursions to RailRiders Baseball Game at the Electric City Trolley Museum in Scranton; and the Lackawanna Coal Mine Tour.

May 13, 2026 at 9:01 AM Gov

Syracuse police officers shot, in thoughts and prayers

Auburn Police Local 195 said Syracuse officers injured in a morning shooting are in their thoughts and prayers, along with all first responders actively working the dangerous scene, in a message attributed to the Syracuse Police Benevolent Association and the Syracuse Police Department.

May 9, 2026 at 1:48 PM Police

RailRiders-WooSox game postponed; makeup date TBD

The Scranton/Wilkes-Barre RailRiders' game against the Worcester Red Sox in Moosic, Pennsylvania, was postponed due to inclement weather, with no makeup date set, but the teams will play a single game Sunday, May 10, at 1:05 p.m., to conclude the series, and the RailRiders will return to PNC Field on May 12 to host the Syracuse Mets.

May 9, 2026 at 9:44 AM Sports

RailRiders offer free nurses' tickets, Scrubs Top giveaway May 14

The Scranton/Wilkes-Barre RailRiders will honor NEPA nurses with a free ticket on May 14 at PNC Field and give away Scrubs Tops to the first 1,000 fans, with complimentary tickets at the box office for nurses, first pitch at 6:35 p.m. against the Syracuse Mets, gates opening at 5:30 p.m., and Thirsty Thursday drink specials.

May 6, 2026 at 7:37 PM Sports

Rochester Red Wings roast Dan Mason in hot dog post

The Rochester Red Wings posted taunting messages toward the Syracuse Mets and promoted a "Hot Dog of the Homestand" that mocks Dan Mason and touts a Hofmann hot dog topped with meat sauce, diced onion and chips.

May 6, 2026 at 4:13 PM Sports

International League May 5-10 matchups set

The International League released its May 5-10 schedule, listing Allentown, Pa., vs. Norfolk, Va.; Toledo, Ohio, vs. Durham, North Carolina; Louisville, Ky., vs. Jacksonville, Fla.; Indianapolis, Ind., vs. Des Moines, Iowa; Syracuse, N.Y., vs. Worcester, Mass.; and Las Vegas, Nev., against an unspecified opponent.

May 4, 2026 at 5:00 PM Sports

Indianapolis Indians announce IL matchups for April 28–May 3

INDIANAPOLIS — The Indianapolis Indians announced International League matchups for April 28–May 3 and promoted free streaming of every top prospect game via the Bally Sports Live app at atmlb.com/BallyLive.

Apr 27, 2026 at 5:00 PM Sports

Rainout postpones RailRiders-Mets finale

The Scranton/Wilkes-Barre RailRiders' series finale against the Syracuse Mets at NBT Bank Stadium was postponed due to inclement weather, and the RailRiders will return to Syracuse in early June for a doubleheader on June 3.

Apr 19, 2026 at 10:09 AM Sports

Syracuse tops RailRiders 2-0 on Blue Moon Moonshot

Syracuse defeated Scranton/Wilkes-Barre RailRiders 2-0, as Spencer Jones hit what was described as a Blue Moon Moonshot.

Apr 17, 2026 at 7:55 PM Sports

Buffalo to reinvest in DPW, Fix Streetlights

Buffalo Mayor Sean M. Ryan says years of disinvestment left the Department of Public Works with aging facilities and outdated equipment, and his budget aims to reverse that by reinvesting to fix the basics—repairing 600 downed light poles, upgrading vehicles and equipment, and restoring trash pickup and snowplowing—while noting that Rochester and Syracuse invest more per capita in public works and citing a history of "haphazard" streetlight maintenance and a Pearl Street pole collapse.

Apr 17, 2026 at 1:08 PM Politics

Syracuse tops RailRiders 8-6

Syracuse defeated Scranton/Wilkes-Barre 8-6 in Moosic, Pa.

Apr 14, 2026 at 10:05 PM Sports

Buffalo Bills announce Week 1 Flag-Football Coaches of the Week

The Buffalo Bills announced the Week 1 High School Girls Flag Football Coaches of the Week, naming head coaches Chris Edwards of Pioneer in the Buffalo region, Eric Thurley of Webster Thomas in the Rochester region and Brad Keysor of East Syracuse-Minoa in the Syracuse region for their on- and off-field efforts.

Apr 14, 2026 at 3:00 PM Sports

Auburn police union marks two-year anniversary of line-of-duty deaths

Auburn Police Union Local 195 marked the two-year anniversary of the line-of-duty deaths of Onondaga County Sheriff's Office Lt. Michael 'Hootch' Hoosock and Syracuse Police Department Officer Michael Jensen.

Apr 14, 2026 at 12:53 PM Police

International League schedule released for April 13–19.

The Indianapolis Indians announced the International League schedule for April 13-19, featuring five games: Jacksonville vs. Columbus; Durham vs. Syracuse; Papillion vs. Memphis; Louisville vs. St. Paul; and Rochester vs. Nashville.

Apr 14, 2026 at 11:00 AM Sports

International League schedules April 13–19 games in 10 cities

The International League's April 13–19 schedule lists games in 10 cities, including Jacksonville, Durham, Papillion, Louisville, Rochester, Columbus, Syracuse, Memphis, St. Paul and Nashville, with the RailRiders in Moosic, Pennsylvania, cited as the source.

Apr 14, 2026 at 11:00 AM Sports

Cayuga County Health Department offers free breastfeeding support

The Cayuga County Health Department says free breastfeeding education and consultations with Certified Lactation Counselors are available locally, with resources including the Maternal Child Health Program, WIC, Upstate University’s Breastfeeding Medicine Program at Community Hospital, Children’s Health Specialists in Auburn and online help.

Apr 3, 2026 at 2:01 PM Community

Auburn burglary suspect arrested; shoes recovered

Auburn, N.Y. — After a March 31 burglary on Owasco Street, Auburn police identified a suspect and, within an hour, Baldwinsville Police stopped the vehicle; a search warrant recovered all stolen property, including 10 to 15 pairs of shoes valued at $1,000 to $1,500, and Matthew Rendino Jr. was charged with second-degree burglary and petit larceny and transported to Cayuga County Jail.

Apr 2, 2026 at 2:12 PM Police

Trolley rides to RailRiders games offered Sundays

Starting May 17, the Electric City Trolley Museum in Scranton will offer Sunday trolley rides to RailRiders games at PNC Field, with a $30 ticket that includes round-trip transportation and a game ticket (or $20 if you already have a ticket) and reservations required at 570-963-6590.

Apr 2, 2026 at 10:34 AM Gov

Denver family targeted in grandparent scam, police say

Denver police say a Syracuse Street family was targeted in a Grandparents Scam extortion attempt in which a voice-generated recording of their daughter prompted two transfers totaling $3,440 before the mother halted the final payment after the school called to confirm the child was safe.

Mar 28, 2026 at 11:45 AM Police

Auburn Spelling Bee champion crowned; all participants winners

Arabelle Campanello of Casey Park Elementary won Auburn Enlarged City School District's third annual Spelling Bee after 15 rounds, with every participant deemed a winner for qualifying, and she represented the district in the regional Bee at Syracuse University.

Mar 26, 2026 at 11:06 AM Schools

Predator arrested in St. John Fisher College employee case

ROCHESTER, N.Y. — The Monroe County Sheriff's Office says a person described as a "Predator" followed and forcibly touched a St. John Fisher College employee and has been arrested; a linked 13WHAM report outlines additional allegations, including a bus stop incident, lewd acts, public lewdness, stalking and exposing oneself at locations in Pittsford, Syracuse, Rochester and Fairport Road.

Mar 23, 2026 at 9:01 PM Police

Buffalo mayor cites $600 million in lost revenue, vows fixes

Buffalo Mayor Sean M. Ryan said that while Syracuse, Rochester and Yonkers invested in their futures, Buffalo’s tax levy stayed flat and below 2007 levels for more than a decade, costing the city more than $600 million in lost revenue that could have funded streets, infrastructure and services, a consequence he attributed to egregious fiscal mismanagement by previous administrations and that he said must be corrected today.

Mar 23, 2026 at 5:42 PM Politics

Arabelle Campanello Advances to Fifth Round in Spelling Bee

Arabelle Campanello, a sixth-grader at Casey Park Elementary School in Auburn, N.Y., finished in the top 10 of the Post-Standard/Syracuse.com Spelling Bee at Syracuse University on Saturday and advanced to the fifth round, according to the Auburn Enlarged City School District.

Mar 21, 2026 at 11:33 AM Schools

Arabelle Campanello to Compete in Regional Spelling Bee

Arabelle Campanello, a sixth-grader at Casey Park Elementary in Auburn, New York, will compete in the regional spelling bee this Saturday in Syracuse.

Mar 17, 2026 at 2:17 PM Schools

YMCA Camp Cory Names 2026 Village Heads

YMCA Camp Cory in Penn Yan announced its five Summer 2026 Village Heads—Carolina Couto (Keuka), Kara Maroldo (Craig), Eliana Lucci (Wells), Summer Moorhouse (Walmsley) and Ruby Odell (Maijgren)—with brief bios on their hometowns, education and camp experience.

Feb 23, 2026 at 1:23 PM Recreation

Buffalo's budget plan shocks peers, nets $40 million

Buffalo Mayor Sean M. Ryan said other mayors and comptrollers are shocked by how the city has operated fiscally, noting a decade of declining revenues and rising expenses, that $40 million from New York State will close the budget gap, and that structural fixes will begin with the first budget later this year.

Feb 23, 2026 at 12:59 PM Politics

Labatt beer specials at Canandaigua bar

CANANDAIGUA, N.Y. — Jose & Willy’s at The Finger Lakes Lounge announced Labatt beer specials and said sports coverage is available, including Syracuse vs. Cal at 7 p.m., as 16 more teams reported to spring training.

Feb 11, 2026 at 11:53 AM restaurant

Battle of the Badges hockey event Feb. 14 in Wilkes-Barre

Wilkes-Barre first responders will face Scranton first responders in the first annual Battle of the Badges hockey event Feb. 14 at Mohegan Arena at Casey Plaza, featuring a 1 p.m. first responders game and a 6:05 p.m. Penguins vs. Crunch game, with $30 tickets that include admission to both games.

Feb 9, 2026 at 8:36 AM Fire

Geneva Students Engage in Youth Law Day

Geneva High students explore law, leadership, and civic engagement at Youth Law Day.

Feb 8, 2026 at 7:00 AM Schools

Extreme Wind Chill Forecast Hits Lackawanna County

Cold weekend wind chills expected; officials urge residents to take precautions.

Feb 4, 2026 at 10:16 AM Police

Massage Students Gain Experience with Syracuse Athletes

Massage students gain practical experience with Syracuse University athletes to build clinical skills.

Feb 3, 2026 at 9:41 PM College

Syracuse Woman Arrested for Lowe’s Larceny

Syracuse woman arrested for alleged theft at Lowe's; court appearance scheduled.

Jan 23, 2026 at 8:51 AM Police

College Expands Massage Therapy Program with Syracuse Partnership

College expands massage therapy program through Syracuse University Division I athlete partnership.

Jan 21, 2026 at 7:29 AM College

Tail Light Stop Reveals Cocaine, Arrest Warrant

Amber E. Klein arrested in Auburn, NY for cocaine possession and warrant.

Jan 20, 2026 at 9:59 AM Police

First Responder Hockey Charity Showdown on Ice

Charity hockey features first responders, Penguins in Valentine's Day battle.

Jan 7, 2026 at 12:24 PM Fire

Deion Sanders Spotted at Red Wings Ballpark

Deion Sanders visited Red Wings Ballpark during his time with the Syracuse Chiefs.

Jan 7, 2026 at 10:11 AM Sports

Auburn Blaze Kills Firefighter Lt. Dwyer

1931 Hislop store fire in Auburn claimed Lt. Dwyer's life in duty.

Dec 21, 2025 at 12:00 AM Fire

Buttonwood Grove Winery Launches Complimentary Holiday Tastings

Buttonwood Grove Winery holds complimentary weekend tasting events at local retail stores.

Dec 19, 2025 at 8:27 AM winery

Livingston EMS Paramedic Wins Prestigious ALS Award

Livingston County EMS paramedic Meghan Kiefer honored as advanced life support expert.

Dec 9, 2025 at 2:15 PM Gov

Ontario County Sheriff's Office Adds New Team Members

Ontario County Sheriff's Office expands team with three new hires and promotion.

Dec 1, 2025 at 2:57 PM Police

Syracuse Game, Beer, and Tacos at Finger Lakes

Syracuse game, $3 beers, and Taco Tuesday promotions at The Finger Lakes Lounge.

Nov 25, 2025 at 1:52 PM restaurant

Isaac Heating Attracts 700+ at Oswego Job Fair

Isaac Heating and Air engaged nearly 700 attendees at Oswego BOCES job fair.

Nov 21, 2025 at 2:15 PM Heating and Cooling

Auburn Holiday Parade Fulfills Promise, Earns Praise

Auburn Police praise Holiday Parade, credit media and AFSCME Public Safety.

Nov 20, 2025 at 4:14 PM Police

Cayuga Sheriff's Office Enhances Outreach, Training in October

Cayuga County Sheriffs promoted community outreach, training, and enforcement in October.

Nov 20, 2025 at 1:59 PM Police

Buttonwood Winery Hosts Offsite Tasting Across New York

Buttonwood Grove Winery hosts offsite wine tastings at NY stores this weekend.

Nov 18, 2025 at 1:23 PM winery

Isaac Heating Urges Winter Heating Maintenance Checkups

Chris P. stresses routine heating maintenance for winter safety and savings.

Nov 6, 2025 at 3:46 PM Heating and Cooling

Buttonwood Grove Winery Hosts November Wine Tastings

Buttonwood Winery hosts complimentary wine tastings at various NY locations.

Nov 3, 2025 at 10:17 AM winery

NYPL Celebrates Fall With Autumn-Themed Resources

NY Public Library celebrates fall with themed resources, readings, and art displays.

Sep 22, 2025 at 9:23 PM Library

Cayuga County Launches Free Lactation Support Services

Cayuga County Health Department offers free breastfeeding consultations with multiple expert resources.

Sep 21, 2025 at 10:01 AM Community

Montezuma Winery Supports Ovarian Cancer Awareness Efforts

Montezuma Winery supports ovarian cancer awareness and Hope for Heather advocacy.

Sep 17, 2025 at 2:50 PM winery

Lake Drum Brewing Hosts Free Live Concert Friday

Lake Drum Brewing hosts free live music by Ryan Holweger Sept 19.

Sep 15, 2025 at 11:05 AM restaurant

Butler Man Arrested After Conquest Fight Struggle

Cayuga County officers arrest warrant suspect after fight on Spring Lake Road.

Sep 12, 2025 at 6:20 PM Police

Cayuga County Warns of Indoor Secondhand Smoke Risks

Cayuga County warns of secondhand smoke risks in indoor multi-unit homes.

Sep 4, 2025 at 12:37 PM Community

RailRiders Host Sensory-Friendly Family Sunday Game

RailRiders host Mets in Moosic with Sensory Friendly Day and family fun.

Aug 31, 2025 at 11:53 AM Sports

RailRiders Host Mets with Fiesta and Fireworks

RailRiders host Mets game with soccer giveaways, spicy drinks, and fireworks celebration.

Aug 30, 2025 at 3:50 PM Sports

RailRiders Host Mets in Moosic Tonight

Scranton/Wilkes-Barre hosts Syracuse tonight with promotions, free game, and fireworks.

Aug 29, 2025 at 4:07 PM Sports

RailRiders Ignite Summer Night Baseball Spectacle

Summer night baseball: Mets face Rumble Ponies with live music and promotions.

Aug 28, 2025 at 5:05 PM Sports

RailRiders Offer $10 Thirsty Thursday Tickets

RailRiders offer $10 tickets for Sylly Week game on Thirsty Thursday.

Aug 28, 2025 at 2:20 PM Sports

Hosmer Marks 50 Years at Annual Harvest Party

Hosmer Winery relaunches its Harvest Party celebration fifty years later.

Aug 28, 2025 at 6:00 AM winery

RailRiders Host Mets on Waggin’ Wednesday

RailRiders face Mets in PA with special deals and dog-friendly promotions.

Aug 27, 2025 at 5:12 PM Sports

Sports, Festivals Light Up Lackawanna Weekend

Lackawanna County hosts diverse weekend events: sports, festivals, and family fun.

Aug 27, 2025 at 9:00 AM Gov

RailRiders Beat Syracuse Mets, 9-4 Victory

RailRiders defeat Syracuse Mets 9-4 in Moosic, Pennsylvania, sponsored by Lottery.

Aug 27, 2025 at 12:28 AM Sports

Rain Delays RailRiders Game, 8:15 First Pitch

RailRiders game moved to 8:15 P.M. due to rain.

Aug 26, 2025 at 6:08 PM Sports

Yarbrough Begins MLB Rehab with RailRiders Tonight

Yarbrough begins rehab with RailRiders during a promotional TurnUp Tuesday event.

Aug 26, 2025 at 10:50 AM Sports

Aurora Library Offers Free Attraction Adventure Passes

Aurora Library offers free adventure passes for parks, zoo, and Sciencenter.

Aug 22, 2025 at 11:51 PM Library

Yarbrough Starts MLB Rehab in Buffalo Tonight

Yarbrough pitches rehab with RailRiders tonight at Buffalo.

Aug 19, 2025 at 11:41 AM Sports

Red Wings Host Hall of Fame Night Event

Red Wings host Mets on Hall of Fame Night with giveaways.

Aug 16, 2025 at 6:53 AM Sports

Red Wings Host Jersey Giveaway on Aug. 16

Rochester Red Wings host Dylan Crews jersey giveaway on Aug. 16.

Aug 13, 2025 at 6:10 PM Sports

Syracuse Mets Bring New Talent to Rochester

Syracuse Mets showcase young talent in Rochester August 12-17 at Innovative Field.

Aug 13, 2025 at 3:29 AM Sports

Dry Conditions Persist, Limited Rainfall for Upstate NY

Dry conditions persist in New York with scattered, limited rainfall expected locally.

Aug 11, 2025 at 8:02 PM Weather

Syracuse Mets Headed to Rochester for Series

Syracuse Mets face Rochester Red Wings Aug 12–17; tickets start at $14.

Aug 11, 2025 at 8:12 AM Sports

Red Wings Host Special Night with Jersey Giveaway

Red Wings host event with jersey giveaway, Hall of Fame honors, fireworks.

Aug 10, 2025 at 7:45 PM Sports

Auburn YMCA Ballgame Unites Local Community

Community ballgame at Auburn YMCA attended by local supporters and sponsors.

Aug 8, 2025 at 7:25 PM Recreation

Montezuma Winery Hosts Party in the Square

Syracuse live music event features wine slushies; winery heads to state fair.

Aug 8, 2025 at 11:13 AM winery

Aurora Library Offers Local Attractions Check-Out Passes

Aurora Free Library offers week-long local attraction checkouts with a card.

Jul 17, 2025 at 8:04 PM Library

Hobart Lacrosse Tradition Celebrated by Brundage.

Hobart's historic lacrosse tradition thrives under coach Stephen Brundage’s leadership.

Jul 17, 2025 at 7:00 PM College

Heat Advisory Issued for Scranton and Surrounding Areas

Scranton heat advisory warns residents amid forecasts of dangerously high heat index values.

Jul 16, 2025 at 6:53 AM Police

Scranton Area Faces Heat and Thunderstorm Risks

Hot, humid conditions with heavy rain chances expected in Lackawanna County.

Jul 15, 2025 at 3:47 PM Gov

Auburn, Syracuse Residents Arrested in Massive Drug Bust

Multi-agency operation arrests two individuals for controlled substance possession.

Jul 10, 2025 at 7:06 PM Police

Syracuse HVAC, Plumbing Giants Unite in Partnership

Isaac Heating & AP Plumbing announce partnership for complete home comfort solutions.

Jul 7, 2025 at 8:02 AM Heating and Cooling

Buttonwood Grove Rolls Out Canned Wines in Syracuse

Buttonwood launches canned wines in Syracuse Friday, featuring summer offerings for July.

Jun 25, 2025 at 4:34 PM winery

Nearly-Four-Year Fugitive Nabbed in Syracuse

Fugitive arrested in Syracuse for violent felony offenses following a tip.

Jun 24, 2025 at 3:18 PM Police

Red Wings Roll Out Opening Day 2.0 Celebration

Red Wings launch Opening Day 2.0 with half-priced tickets, bobbleheads, and fireworks.

Jun 23, 2025 at 8:43 PM Sports

Doc Gooden to Appear at Innovative Field

Doc Gooden will meet fans at the Red Wings game on June 29.

Jun 23, 2025 at 9:32 AM Sports

NY, PA Under Extreme Heat Warnings

Extreme heat advisory for New York and Pennsylvania counties until Wednesday.

Jun 22, 2025 at 5:30 PM Police

Syracuse Mets Bring Top Prospects to Rochester

Mets Triple-A team hosts top prospects versus Rochester Red Wings in June.

Jun 22, 2025 at 9:14 AM Sports

Rochester Red Wings Launch Opening Day 2.0

Rochester Red Wings Opening Day event: bobbleheads, fireworks, half-priced tickets.

Jun 22, 2025 at 12:38 AM Sports

Syracuse Mets Hit Rochester with MLB Prospects

Triple-A Syracuse Mets play Rochester June 24-29 featuring MLB prospects.

Jun 21, 2025 at 11:57 AM Sports

Red Wings, Syracuse Clash in College Night Duel

Red Wings face Syracuse Thursday in "Duel of the Dishes" themed game.

Jun 20, 2025 at 1:35 PM Sports

Otto the Orange Visits Auburn Elementary Field Days

Otto the Orange visited Auburn elementary, delighting students at field days.

Jun 20, 2025 at 7:56 AM Schools

Rochester Red Wings Star Wars Night Fireworks

Red Wings host Star Wars Night featuring tee giveaways and fireworks.

Jun 19, 2025 at 4:23 PM Sports

Auburn Police Search for Missing 64-Year-Old Man

Police seek missing 64-year-old in New York, possibly near Syracuse or Ithaca.

Jun 19, 2025 at 2:10 PM Police

RailRiders Honor Brewer, Rumfield as Players of Week

Colten Brewer and T.J. Rumfield honored as Players of the Week.

Jun 18, 2025 at 7:00 PM Sports

Red Wings vs. Mets on Opening Day 2.0

Rochester Red Wings face Syracuse Mets on Opening Day 2.0, June 24.

Jun 18, 2025 at 3:57 PM Sports

Doc Gooden to Appear at Innovative Field

MLB legend Doc Gooden appears Sunday with autograph opportunities at Innovative Field.

Jun 17, 2025 at 9:00 AM Sports

RailRiders Offer Lawn Pass Amid 35th Win Celebration

RailRiders launch June lawn pass and secure win against Syracuse.

Jun 16, 2025 at 9:58 PM Sports

RailRiders Host Mets, Rumble Ponies for Series Sweep

RailRiders pursue sweep; Mets face Rumble Ponies at Moosic.

Jun 15, 2025 at 12:49 PM Sports

Riders Host Mets for Baseball & Birdies Night

RailRiders host Mets at Moosic with promotions and celebrity appearance.

Jun 14, 2025 at 4:30 PM Sports