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An Air Quality Alert has been issued for all of Central New York as Canadian wildfire smoke arrives, bringing elevated pollution levels for Wednesday and Thursday; residents, especially children, seniors, and those with respiratory issues, should limit outdoor activity and monitor air quality updates.
Micron poured the first concrete at its Town of Clay semiconductor campus, signaling progress on a project that has grown from a $100 billion promise to about a $250 billion investment for four fabs. The site is planned to become the largest U.S. semiconductor facility, with construction shifting toward the second fab in 2028. The initiative is expected to create up to 100,000 jobs nationwide (about 50,000 in New York and 9,000 direct Micron roles), and was celebrated by Gov. Hochul and local officials as a milestone for Central New York.
Summer officially begins at 4:24 a.m. Sunday, bringing a calm weekend with dry, comfortable conditions across Central New York as Father’s Day is observed.
Tick season is arriving early in Central New York, boosted by a snowy winter that allowed more ticks to survive into spring and raise exposure risk for outdoor activities. The black-legged tick, which spreads Lyme disease, is of particular concern, and researchers monitor activity using a tick drag. Prevention is key: use EPA-recommended repellents like DEET, wear permethrin-treated clothing, perform full-body tick checks after spending time outdoors, and remove attached ticks promptly with fine-tipped tweezers; save the tick in a sealed bag for testing if needed and contact a healthcare provider if symptoms arise.
A low-pressure system crossing the Great Lakes will bring scattered showers and thunderstorms to central New York on Saturday, with an isolated risk of severe storms in spots; monitor local forecasts for updates from meteorologist Sam Postich.
Central New York is forecast to enjoy a dry, pleasant Friday before a weather system brings rain on Saturday, with soggy conditions expected as the weekend approaches; stay tuned to updates from WSTM's Sam Postich.
Dangerous wind chills and greasy, icy roads are expected to persist in Central New York through Sunday, as bitter cold lingers after a harsh weekend; motorists should limit travel and take precautions.
A powerful winter storm is bringing heavy snow to the southern Tier and central New York, with 6–12 inches expected by Sunday afternoon and 12–18 inches by Monday morning (higher elevations could exceed 18 inches). Wind chills dip to -5 to -10 with 20–25 mph gusts, creating blowing/drifting conditions and 1–2 inch per hour snowfall rates Sunday afternoon into Monday. Travel will be significantly impacted, and lake-effect snow is likely to follow Monday afternoon with continued snow showers through the week.
A significant lake effect snowstorm is expected to bring 8 to 14 inches of snow across Central New York by New Year's Eve, with some areas potentially receiving up to 15 inches, accompanied by strong winds up to 50 mph, leading to hazardous travel conditions and widespread winter storm warnings.
Repair work on a ruptured water transmission line in Cicero, NY, is expected to extend into early January, impacting water supply for several towns and prompting mandatory conservation efforts. The repair involves significant construction work, including steel sheet piling and trenching, with efforts to expedite the process. Water demand has decreased due to conservation, helping stabilize reservoirs, but ongoing repairs and water usage restrictions could affect local schools and residents.
The Central New York restaurant scene in 2025 saw numerous openings including Middle Eastern coffee shops, burger joints, and fine dining establishments, alongside notable closures of long-standing venues like Inn Between and Prime Steakhouse, with several transitions and rebrandings shaping the local culinary landscape.
The Onondaga County Water Authority has issued mandatory water restrictions across six towns in Central New York due to a major water main break, leading to reduced water pressure and potential shortages, with repair efforts expected to take up to two weeks.
Boxing legend Christy Martin will host screenings of her biopic 'Christy' starring Sydney Sweeney at Manlius Cinema, with proceeds supporting local charities and including a post-show discussion about her career.
President Trump's administration canceled a $5 million grant for Bitzer Scroll Inc.'s $25 million expansion in DeWitt, NY, which could lead to reduced growth and job creation at the electric heat pump parts manufacturer.
George Baker Jr., a healthy and active volunteer firefighter and outdoorsman from Central New York, died at age 79 from eastern equine encephalitis (EEE), a rare and deadly mosquito-borne virus with no cure, marking the first EEE-related death in the region in 10 years.