MOYERS CORNERS — Fire crews from across the area battled an early-morning barn fire Sunday, Jan. 18, near Oswego Road and Linda Lane, after multiple callers reported a structure burning.

Moyers Corners Fire Department said responders arrived to find the barn fully involved and quickly requested additional resources, issuing a “Signal 99” to indicate a working fire. Crews began suppression efforts and worked for several hours to bring the fire under control.

Cold weather added challenges at the scene. Firefighters attempted to use a nearby hydrant but found it frozen, requiring them to secure an alternate water source to continue operations.

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Central New York is entering a prolonged stretch of very cold weather, with temperatures remaining well below seasonal averages through the coming week. Overnight lows will frequently dip into the single digits and teens, with daytime highs struggling to climb out of the teens and 20s in many areas. Wind chills will make it feel even colder at times, especially during the overnight and early morning hours.

A persistent northwest flow off Lake Ontario will be the dominant weather feature, setting the stage for recurring lake-effect snow. While much of the region will see occasional flurries or light snow, the most impactful snowfall is expected in the long-standing lake-effect… Continue Reading

SYRACUSE — A small business jet diverted to Syracuse Hancock International Airport after the crew reported an in-flight control issue Friday, prompting a response from the Air National Guard and airport rescue crews, officials said.

The aircraft, an Embraer Phenom 300, had departed Greenville-Spartanburg International Airport in South Carolina and was en route to Greater Binghamton Airport when the pilot reported a flaps problem. The flaps were believed to be stuck, according to incident details provided.

As the jet approached Syracuse, Aircraft Rescue and Fire Fighting (ARFF)… Continue Reading

WARNERS — Firefighters from multiple departments battled a multi-occupancy fire Friday morning in the Warners-Memphis Fire District, with crews remaining on scene for several hours as utilities worked to secure hazardous conditions, officials said.

Howlett Hill Fire Department said it was dispatched at 6:33 a.m. Jan. 16, 2026, to provide mutual aid on the initial alarm. Heavy fire and smoke were visible as Howlett Hill’s Heavy Rescue-22 crew and chiefs arrived. The department was assigned as the Rapid Intervention Team (RIT), a standby crew positioned to rescue firefighters if an emergency occurs, and also assisted with… Continue Reading

SYRACUSE — Seven people were displaced but no one was injured after an early-morning house fire Sunday at a two-family home on Bellevue Avenue, according to the Syracuse Fire Department.

Firefighters were dispatched at 2:43 a.m. Jan. 18, 2026, to a reported structure fire at 1606 Bellevue Ave., after Onondaga County 911 received the call. Crews from Station 3 arrived to find smoke coming from the front door of a 2½-story residential building. Occupants were already outside on the front porch and told firefighters something inside was burning, the department said.

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SYRACUSE, N.Y. A lunchtime stabbing at Brooklyn Pickle sent emergency crews rushing to the 1600 block of West Genesee Street on Thursday, leaving one man seriously injured and prompting a citywide police response—on what was meant to be a celebratory day for the iconic Syracuse deli.

According to emergency radio traffic and CAD dispatch records, the incident occurred shortly after 12:00 PM inside the busy restaurant, where Brooklyn Pickle was hosting its 50th Anniversary Celebration featuring $5 sandwiches, 50¢ deals, and… Continue Reading

Flash Flood Warning Issued for Parts of Central New York

CORTLAND, N.Y. — June 22, 2025 — The National Weather Service (NWS) in Binghamton has issued a Flash Flood Warning for several counties in Central New York, in effect until 10:45 a.m. Saturday.

Heavy thunderstorms moving through the region have already dropped between 1.5 and 2.5 inches of rain, with flash flooding either underway or expected to begin shortly. The warning includes:

• Northwestern Chenango County
• Cortland County
• Southwestern Madison County
• Southeastern Onondaga County

Radar indicated the heaviest rain falling… Continue Reading

Multiple Fires, Collisions Reported in Central New York

SYRACUSE, N.Y. — By AI Author – CNY Community News.

A series of fires and motor vehicle collisions have been reported across Onondaga County on June 22 and June 21.

Initial reports indicate a fire at a utility pole on Onondaga Hill at 7:13 AM on June 22. The Onondaga Hill Fire Department responded to the incident.

At around 6:56 AM, a residential fire was reported in Madison County. Details remain unconfirmed.

Multiple motor vehicle collisions were also reported throughout the night. At approximately 1:26 AM, a hit-and-run collision with injuries occurred on Joralemon Street.

Injuries were… Continue Reading

**Sunday, June 22, to Tuesday, June 24**

A warm and humid air mass has settled over the Syracuse area for the next several days. Temperatures will rise throughout Sunday, with highs reaching into the mid-90s by Monday.

**Today (Sunday)**

Skies remain mostly cloudy with a slight chance of thunderstorms early this morning, but conditions improve later in the day as the high pressure system strengthens. Temperatures drop to around 77°F overnight before rising again on Monday. A gentle breeze out of the southwest at about 9 mph will make it feel warmer.

**Tomorrow (Monday)**

Temperatures continue to rise throughout the day, with highs reaching a scorching… Continue Reading