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Syracuse Police Department Announce “Distracted Driving Enforcement Period” aka don’t text or use devices while driving

The Syracuse Police Department will be participating in the 2019 NYS Governor’s Traffic Safety Committee Distracted Driving Enforcement period.  The enforcement period will commence on April 11th, 2019 and run through April 15th, 2019.  During this time, violations involving use of cellular phones and other electronic devices that are not hands free will be strictly enforced. The penalties can range from $50 to $450 in fines, up to 5 driver violation points, and suspension or revocation of license.  The intent of this enforcement wave is to reduce the number of distracted driving related motor vehicle collisions that result in property damage, serious physical injury and fatalities.  We encourage all motorists to stay alert while on the roadways and resist temptation to utilize electronic devices without a hands free device while driving.  

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Neighborhoods News

Syracuse Fire Department Responds to structure Fire on W. Bissell Street

Syracuse, N.Y. – At approximately 5:27 a.m. on Thursday April 11th, the Syracuse Fire Department was dispatched to a structure fire at 139-41 W. Bissell St. Within 3 minutes of receiving the alarm, Engine Company 3 (808 Bellevue Ave.) was on scene of the 3 ½ -story wood framed dwelling and reported smoke pushing from the attic area. Firefighters entered the structure to locate and extinguish the fire and search for victims. As firefighters pushed through the heat and heavy smoke conditions, they encountered 4 occupants trying to exit the structure and assisted them to safety. The fire was reported “out” within 30 minutes and crews remained on scene for a time performing overhaul operations. Working smoke detectors were found throughout the three-family dwelling. Fire investigators have determined the fire originated in the second-floor living room ceiling, the cause is still under investigation.  There was no reported firefighter or civilian injuries during this incident.  The Red Cross is assisting the occupants of the dwelling.

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Entertainment

Stretch out your arms and twirl! CNY Arts Celebrates Spring with Calendar of Events

But don’t put away your snowbrush yet. This is Central New York, a region where anything can happen. However, we can dismiss the gloom and push away the negativity by staying active. and enjoying a variety of entertainment available down the road to a little over an hour’s drive. Everything is so accessible! This just a taste of what can be found in Central New York. For more events, please visit free online calendar. Be sure to add your own! There’s something for everybody.   THREEPENNY OPERA CIVIC CENTER April 12 – 14 The culminating production of this year’s season of “Men with Knives… Behaving Badly” ends with the tale of the notorious Mack the Knife in the pursuit of redemption.   Rosencrantz & Guildenstern Are Dead CNY PLAYHOUSE  April 12 – 27 Tom Stoppard’s notable absurdist tragicomedy that spotlights the two characters in Shakespeare’s Hamlet and resolving their fates.   PUSHED ASIDE: Reclaiming Gage WELLIN HALL | SCHAMBACH CENTER April 13 An opera telling the story of one of the iconic women and suffragists behind the women’s rights movement, exploring her being “pushed aside” out of history books.   NOYE’S FLUDDE FIRST UNITED METHODIST CHURCH April 13 -14 Oswego Opera Theater presents the one-act “mystery/miracle play” by Benjamin Britten.       HEATHER PIERSON TRIO EARLVILLE OPERA HOUSE April 13 Award-winning multi-instrumentalist and company present a foot-stomping good time and playing a little something for everybody. Bring your dancing shoes.   CNY LOVE JAM THE LANDMARK THEATRE April 18 The first annual showcase of R&B singers will be headlined by Lil Mo and Slim of 112, plus Deidre Graves, Tamar Juntia, and Erika Lovette.   CRYSTAL BOWERSOX AUBURN PUBLIC THEATER April 24 American Idol standout returns to Central New York for an intimate performance in Auburn.         ALL THAT’S PAST OOAK ARTISAN SHOWCASE Now – April 26 When in Rome, look at art. Check out the exhibition featuring several local and some not-so-local artists.   FROM GODS TO SOCIAL JUSTICE ARTRAGE GALLERY Now – May 18 Indian folk artists, male and female styles, history and traditions challenged, social and worldly issues brought into artistic light.     BRUCE HARVEY: ENGINEERING BEAUTY ERIE CANAL MUSEUM Now – Sept. 15 Bodies of water have always had a ripple effect on New York state history. The museum is currently displaying black and white photos of dams, hydroelectric plants, and other water-relevant resources.       SYRACUSE FASHION WEEK GALA SYRACUSE FASHION WEEK April 13 The annual Syracuse Fashion Week presents its extravagant affair in the historic walls of the Landmark Theatre.     PHILIP MEMMER: PANTHEON THE OTHER SIDE April 18 The director of arts for the Greater Syracuse YMCA and Downtown Writer’s Center celebrates his latest book and will be featured in a poetry reading in Utica.   SUPERPOWER DOGS DAY MUSEUM OF SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY April 18  The MOST presents its newest dog-umentary.on the huge IMAX screen. Bring the family and bring your pup. It’s fun for the whole family.            

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