June 3, 2024 – Urban CNY

Now Hiring: The Great New York State Fair Seeking Candidates to Fill Hundreds of Positions During 13-Day Fair

by Urban CNY News
June 3, 2024

The Great New York State Fair, a division of the New York State Department of Agriculture and Markets, is actively seeking candidates for temporary positions during the 13-day Fair. In total, hundreds of positions are needed to help staff 13 days of The Great New York State Fair, which begins Wednesday, August 21 and continues through Labor Day, Monday, September 2. Currently, applicants are needed to help fill roles throughout The Fair in various departments including working in agriculture buildings, guest relations representatives, ticket takers, safety and security guards, tram conductors and drivers, and more. Brief descriptions of all open roles are provided in the application on The Fair’s website. “Each year, we’re so grateful to have several hundred community members step up to help our team throw one of the biggest events in New York State,” said Interim Fair Director Julie LaFave. “From staffing the Great Potato Booth and answering visitors’ questions in Guest Relations to security and tram driver roles, there’s no way it would all come together without these incredibly important roles. Our staff’s hard work and dedication is a huge part of what makes The Fair a success year-in and year-out.” While the positions are designed for the 13-day run of The Fair, work hours, rate of pay, and duration of employment varies per assignment, and certain positions may be required to start before opening day of The Fair. Candidates interested in any of the open positions are encouraged to complete an online application, which is accessible at The Great New York State Fair’s website. Prospective applicants with questions should reach out to New York State Department of Agriculture and Markets Human Resources at HarvestYourPotential@agriculture.ny.gov. In addition, separate from employment through The Fair, opportunities with grounds and cleaning through Green Event Ninjas and KleenTeem will be posted to The Fair’s website as they become available. Positions are available for a variety of roles and shifts, including daytime, evening, and overnight with employment dates running from August 17-September 6, 2024. Founded in 1841, The Great New York State Fair showcases the best of New York agriculture, provides top-quality entertainment and is a key piece of the State’s CNY Rising strategy, which focuses on growing Central New York’s economy through tourism. The New York State Fairgrounds is a 375-acre exhibit and entertainment complex that operates all year. Audiences are encouraged to learn more about The Great New York State Fair online, and follow the fun through photos on Flickr, as well as by engaging with The Fair on social media via Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram.

News

Senator John W. Mannion Releases Second Campaign Ad Featuring Deeply Personal Story of His Mother Being Forced to Carry A Stillborn Baby to Term in Pre-Roe America

by Urban CNY News
June 3, 2024

“Mother” recounts a pregnancy lost at seven months but still carried to term at a time when abortion care was limited and Senator Mannion’s vow to bring his record in New York of passing the strongest abortion protections in the country to the U.S. Congress Syracuse, NY— Senator John Mannion released his second campaign ad in the race for NY-22 featuring the deeply personal story of his mother being forced to carry a stillborn baby to term in pre-Roe America. The spot, “Mother,” recounts a pregnancy lost at seven months but still carried to term at a time when abortion and reproductive healthcare were limited and Senator Mannion’s vow to bring his record in New York of passing the strongest abortion protections in the country to the U.S. Congress. Senator John W. Mannion said, “Carrying a stillborn child was the most difficult thing my mother experienced in her lifetime – she described it as ‘torture.’ No woman should have to endure that in 2024 in the United States of America. If you believe in a woman’s right to choose, IVF, and maternal healthcare – stand with me and reject Brandon Williams and the MAGA Republicans who are trying to turn back the clock and erode longstanding rights.” Senator Mannion is a staunch advocate for women’s rights, specifically championing legislation that protects women’s autonomy over their reproductive health, and protecting access to abortion services in New York. His active involvement in passing multiple significant bills in the NY State Senate underscores his dedication to upholding fundamental rights and ensuring equality for all. The Democratic Primary for New York’s 22nd Congressional District is June 25th For more information about Senator John Mannion’s and his campaign for US Congress in NY-22, please visit www.mannionforny.com.

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Traffic Advisory Street Closures for 2024 Taste of Syracuse and Paige’s Butterfly Run

by Urban CNY News
June 3, 2024

Syracuse, N.Y. – The Taste of Syracuse returns to the Clinton Square area on Friday, June 7 and Saturday, June 8. Paige’s Butterfly Run will return alongside the Taste of Syracuse the morning of Saturday, June 8. To safely prepare and execute these two events, streets will be closed according to the schedule below: Taste of Syracuse Street Closings Beginning Wednesday, June 5 at 10 AM: Erie Boulevard West, between Clinton and Franklin Street: From 10 a.m. on Wednesday, June 5, through mid-afternoon on Sunday, June 9. There will be no parking on this block from Wednesday through Sunday. Clinton Street, from Genesee Street to West Fayette Street: From 10 a.m. on Wednesday, June 5 through mid-afternoon on Sunday, June 9. 200 block of West Water Street, between Clinton and Franklin Street: From 10 a.m. on Wednesday, June 5, through mid-afternoon on Sunday, June 9. There will be no parking on this block from Wednesday through Sunday. Washington Street, between Franklin Street and South Salina Street: From 10 a.m. on Wednesday, June 5, through mid-afternoon Sunday, June 9. There will be no parking on this block from Wednesday through Sunday. Paige’s Butterfly Run Street Closings Beginning Friday, June 7 at 5 PM: Erie Blvd West, from Franklin Street to the West Street Arterial, closed from 5 p.m. Friday, June 7 through mid-afternoon Sunday, June 9. Franklin Street, from West Genesee Street to Washington Street, closed from 7 to 11:30 a.m. on Saturday, June 8. Erie Boulevard West from the West Street Arterial to Plum Street, closed from 9 to 11:30 a.m. on Saturday, June 8. The following streets will be closed or blocked intermittently from 9 to 10 a.m. on Saturday, June 8: The following streets will be closed or blocked intermittently from 9 to 11:15 a.m. on Saturday, June 8: Washington Street Garage Parking Easy and convenient parking for those attending the Taste of Syracuse and/or Paige’s Butterfly Run is available at the Washington Street Garage, 340 W. Washington Street. The garage is available for parking 24 hours a day. For information on the location of various parking garages and lots downtown, visit https://www.downtownsyracuse.com/get-around-park/parking Pixabay Photo

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Entertainment Events

The Summit Federal Credit Union “Taste of Syracuse 2024” Presented by Tops Celebrates 26 Years and Features Hanson

by Urban CNY News
June 3, 2024

Syracuse, NY – Central New York’s biggest food and music festival will return for its 26th Anniversary on Friday, June 7 and Saturday, June 8, 2024, in and around Clinton Square from 11:00 am to 10:00 pm both days. Admission is free. Taste of Syracuse is sponsored by The Summit Federal Credit Union and presented by Tops Friendly Markets. The Taste of Syracuse will have non-stop music for two days featuring 30 bands and over 100 local musicians. Taste of Syracuse Entertainment Lineup, the Grammy-Award nominated band, Hanson, will headline the festival on Saturday night on the Main Stage. Additionally, American rock band, Cracker, will perform on the Clinton Stage early evening on Saturday. The Zac Brown Tribute Band will entertain audiences on Friday. The popular youth talent showcase will return to the festival on Saturday from 11:00 am-1:00 pm. Festival-goers will have the chance to sample delicious items from local eateries for only $2. Several new restaurants and vendors will be joining the 2024 festival as well, and many fan favorites will be returning. The Taste of Syracuse will collect donations for two charitable organizations, Griffin’s Guardians and Paige’s Butterfly Run. The Summit, Tops, along with other sponsors and vendors, will be working with the festival to raise money for these great charities all weekend long. All proceeds from activities at The Summit’s tent and the Tops tent will be donated to the charities. “The Summit has been the title sponsor of the Taste of Syracuse since 2017. As a local credit union committed to supporting Syracuse and Central New York, we love to sponsor events such as this that make our region so special and unique,” said Twanda Christensen, Vice President of Marketing and Community Engagement for The Summit Federal Credit Union. “Please stop by our tent for fun activities and contests. All money raised goes directly to support children battling cancer Central New York making a difference in the lives of area children and families.” Kathy Allen, Tops’ senior manager for community relations, expressed pride in their renewed commitment to the Taste of Syracuse event. “As a local grocery store dedicated to serving the Syracuse community, we welcome everyone to visit the Tops tent during the Taste of Syracuse to enjoy the delicious selection of local favorites. In doing so, and by spinning the Tops Prize Wheel, you will be supporting two wonderful organizations, Griffin’s Guardians and Paige’s Butterfly Run.” “We’re excited to kick off the summer festival season once again in Downtown Syracuse,” said Galaxy Media chief operating officer, Carrie Wojtaszek. “We stand by our message that no matter what you’re looking for, musically or food-wise, we truly can say we’ve got it at the Taste of Syracuse! We’re also thrilled to be raising awareness and funds for both Griffin’s Guardians and Paige’s Butterfly Run. We’d like to thank The Summit Federal Credit Union and Tops Friendly Markets for their support. With help from our sponsors, we’re able to showcase this amazing event to the CNY community!” Event Sponsors The Summit Federal Credit Union Founded in 1941, The Summit Federal Credit Union is a not-for-profit, member-owned, full-service financial cooperative. With over $1.3 billion in assets, The Summit has over 230 employees and provides a full range of affordable financial products and services to over 92,000 active members in Central New York, the Finger Lakes Region, and Western New York. The Summit is dedicated to the rich diversity of the communities that they serve. You will regularly see their staff out and about in the community supporting other not-for-profit organizations that share their mission and values. For more information, visit summitfcu.org. Tops Friendly Markets – Based in Williamsville, NY, Tops Markets currently operates 148 grocery stores in New York, Pennsylvania, and Vermont, including five that are run by franchisees. As the largest private, for-profit employer in Western New York, with over 14,000 associates, the company is dedicated to providing sustainably sourced, high-quality products, while helping its communities flourish via support for programs that eradicate hunger and disease, educate youth and reduce environmental waste and energy consumption. For more information, visit www.topsmarkets.com. Charities Griffin’s Guardians – Provides support and financial assistance to children battling cancer in Central New York. They work hand in hand with Upstate Golisano Children’s Hospital to stay up to date on what the patients’ and families’ current needs are. In addition, they strive to bring awareness to Pediatric Cancer and to provide financial aid for funding Pediatric Cancer Research. Paige’s Butterfly Run – For over 25 years, Paige’s Butterfly Run has been a critical part of Central New York’s efforts to fight cancer and blood disorders in children. The annual run is held in downtown Syracuse, early in the morning of the second day of the Taste of Syracuse Festival.

Entertainment

Academy of Country Music’s New Female Artist of The Year Megan Moroney to Perform at The Great New York State Fair

by Urban CNY News
June 3, 2024

Fresh off a performance to remember at the Empower FCU Lakeview Amphitheater, Megan Moroney will be back to Central New York later this summer, giving fans a chance to see her again as she brings her award-winning music to The Great New York State Fair’s Suburban Park on Monday, August 26 at 8:00 p.m. One of country music’s biggest breakout stars, Moroney burst onto the scene in 2023 with her two-time platinum single “Tennessee Orange,” which went on to notch the Georgia native’s first number one song on the country music charts and was named one of the “100 best songs of 2023” by the Los Angeles Times. Moroney, who was named New Female Artist of the Year by the Academy of Country Music (ACM) earlier this month, followed up the success of “Tennessee Orange” with her debut album, “Lucky.” Built on a timeless fusion of country, folk, and southern rock, the album has turned up on several best-of-the-year lists from leading outlets like The New York Times, Rolling Stone, and Billboard. It features powerful tracks including her new hit “I’m Not Pretty,” which was praised by Billboard as a “cheeky, defiant clapback.” “Megan Moroney is well on her way to becoming one of country music’s biggest superstars and we couldn’t be more excited to have her perform at The Fair after wrapping up her tour with Kenney Chesney,” said Interim Fair Director Julie LaFave. “Concerts like this are part of what makes The Fair ‘great.’ Where else can you see award-winning artists, up-and-coming performers, and living legends for the price of an admission ticket? We’re looking forward to announcing more exciting performances in the coming days and weeks!” With over 750 million global streams to date, Moroney is quickly becoming a household name after appearances on nationally-televised programs including Today, Jimmy Kimmel Live!, and Good Morning America. Her music has been nominated by Country Music Association (CMA), ACM, and Billboard Music Awards and she appeared at The GRAMMY Museum in Los Angeles, California as part of its SPOTLIGHT series. She has been featured on Forbes’ 30 Under 30, MusicRow’s Next Big Thing Class of 2024, and Country Radio Seminar’s New Faces of Country Music. The Fair starts Wednesday, August 21, and runs through Labor Day, Monday, September 2. All concerts are included in the price of admission, which will go on sale later this summer. The Great New York State Fair is the most affordable state fair in the country. Tickets are $8 for adults while admission is free for children under 12 and senior citizens aged 65 and older. In total, The Fair’s Chevrolet Music Series will feature 39 national recording acts. There will be a daily 1 p.m. and 6 p.m. concert at Chevy Court (located near Gate 1), and a daily 8 p.m. concert at Suburban Park (located on the western end of the Fairgrounds, beyond the Midway). All concerts announced thus far are provided in the charts below. Fair staff will continue to update schedules on The Fair’s website at pages dedicated to Chevy Court and Suburban Park. Chevy Court Wednesday, August 21 1:00 p.m. Chubby Checker Wednesday, August 21 6:00 p.m. 90s Rewind Thursday, August 22 1:00 p.m. RVSHVD Thursday, August 22 6:00 p.m. Ace Frehley Friday, August 23 1:00 p.m. Sophie B. Hawkins Friday, August 23 6:00 p.m. Sister Sledge Saturday, August 24 1:00 p.m. Kidz Bop Saturday, August 24 6:00 p.m. Ying Yang Twins Sunday, August 25 1:00 p.m. The Elders Sunday, August 25 6:00 p.m. Dax Monday, August 26 1:00 p.m. Herman’s Hermits Starring Peter Noone Monday, August 26 6:00 p.m. CAIN Tuesday, August 27 1:00 p.m. Little Anthony and the Imperials Tuesday, August 27 6:00 p.m. Blue Öyster Cult Wednesday, August 28 6:00 p.m. Danielle Ponder Thursday, August 29 6:00 p.m. Chapel Hart Sunday, September 1 1:00 p.m. Blippi: The Wonderful World Tour Sunday, September 1 6:00 p.m. Snow Tha Product Suburban Park Wednesday, August 21 8:00 p.m. Joey Fatone and AJ McLean Thursday, August 22 8:00 p.m. Warren Zeiders Friday, August 23 8:00 p.m. TLC Sunday, August 25 8:00 p.m. Dropkick Murphys Monday, August 26 8:00 p.m. Megan Moroney Tuesday, August 27 8:00 p.m. Stephen Sanchez Wednesday, August 28 8:00 p.m. Joan Jett and The Blackhearts Saturday, August 31 8:00 p.m. Brian Kelley Founded in 1841, The Great New York State Fair showcases the best of New York agriculture, provides top-quality entertainment, and is a key piece of the state’s CNY Rising strategy of growing the Central New York economy through tourism. It is the oldest fair in the United States and is consistently recognized as being among the top five state fairs in the nation. The New York State Fairgrounds is a 375-acre exhibit and entertainment complex that operates all year. Audiences are encouraged to learn more about The Great New York State Fair online, browse photos on Flickr, and follow the fun on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram.

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Van B. Robinson Common Council Chambers Weekly Schedule June 3rd – 7th, 2024

by Urban CNY News
June 3, 2024

The Van B. Robinson Common Council Chambers is located on the third floor of City Hall. For the most up to date information on meetings, cancellations, and other notices, please check the City website here. Monday, June 3rd Tuesday, June 4th Wednesday, June 5th Thursday, June 6th Friday, June 7th

Opportunities

Carpenters Recruit Apprentices

by Urban CNY News
June 3, 2024

Albany, NY – The North Atlantic States Carpenters Training Fund will conduct a recruitment from July 1, 2024 through June 30, 2025 for 50 Carpenter (Pile Driver/Dockbuilder) apprentices, the New York State Department of Labor announced today. Applications are available online at https://www.nasctf.org during the recruitment period. Applications can only be obtained and submitted online. Applicants who do not have internet access may visit their local library or nearest New York State Department of Labor Career Center (dol.ny.gov/career-centers) when open. Interested candidates must attend an in-person information session prior to submitting an electronic application. In-person information sessions are given the first Monday of each month at 6:00 p.m., excluding legal holidays, during the recruitment period at the following NASCTF locations: If the first Monday falls on a holiday, the information session will occur at the second Monday of that month at 6:00 p.m. Please note, spaces are limited, and filled on a first-come, first-serve basis. At the conclusion of the information session, a passcode will be given which is required to complete an online application. If any assistance is needed for completing the online application, please contact the NASCTF at (631) 952-9555 between the hours of 9:00 a.m. and 3:00 p.m., Monday through Friday. The Committee requires that applicants: For further information, applicants should contact North Atlantic States Carpenters Training Fund at (631) 952-9555. Additional job search assistance can be obtained at your local New York State Department of Labor Career Center (see: dol.ny.gov/career-centers). Apprentice programs registered with the Department of Labor must meet standards established by the Commissioner. Under state law, sponsors of programs cannot discriminate against applicants because of race, creed, color, national origin, age, sex, disability, or marital status. Women and minorities are encouraged to submit applications for apprenticeship programs. Sponsors of programs are required to adopt affirmative action plans for the recruitment of women and minorities.

News Voices

Williams Provides Statement on ACP Expiration, Update on Legislation

by Urban CNY News
June 3, 2024

Syracuse — Congressman Brandon Williams (NY-22) issued the following statement in response to the lapse of the Affordable Connectivity Program’s funding at the end of May: “This fight isn’t over yet. I am working across the aisle and around the clock to fund the ACP as soon as possible. This is critical for families across NY-22 and nationwide. We will not stop until this program is funded and subscribed households can rest assured that they will receive its benefit.” Since its introduction last week, the Affordable Connectivity Program Improvement and Extension Act of 2024 has gained ten cosponsors in the House of Representatives, as well as the support of NCTA, which represents the country’s largest broadband providers and streaming services. In the meantime, alternative programs exist for families struggling to cover the cost of internet access. Constituents whose household income meets certain guidelines or who qualify for federal assistance programs such as SNAP or Medicaid may be eligible for Lifeline, a Federal Communications Commission program that provides monthly discounts on qualifying internet services. Constituents impacted by the ACP’s expiration are encouraged to reach out to the Congressman’s office to determine their eligibility for alternative programs. Congressman Williams maintains his dedication to securing accessible, affordable internet for all Americans. Ensuring that this legislation replenishing the Affordable Connectivity Program, at no additional cost to the taxpayer, moves through Congress quickly remains one of his top priorities. “To anyone who is feeling the impact of the ACP’s expiration, visit my website or contact my office for further information on what options may be available. I urge leaders in Congress and industry to come together now and do what’s right for millions of Americans.”

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Van B. Robinson Common Council Chambers Weekly Schedule September 2 -6, 2024