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Wednesday, February 27, 2013  Syracuse Truce is a partnering between law enforcement and community service agencies that will push the new standard of “zero-tolerance” when it comes to gun violence.

Sunday, February 24, 2013  If you don't choose between direct deposit or debit cards, the government will do it for you

Wednesday, January 23, 2013  On the coldest night of the year, members of the Housing and Homeless Coalition of Central New York searched for and counted homeless people in Syracuse Wednesday night.

Sunday, January 20, 2013  Two case managers from the Syracuse Salvation Army will travel to New York City on Monday to work with families affected by Superstorm Sandy.

Friday, December 21, 2012  Today at the Oncenter in downtown Syracuse, over 2,500 people came down to get their share of an early Christmas.

Thursday, December 20, 2012  Final preparations are underway at the Oncenter as volunteers from the Salvation Army prepare to serve thousands of families in need. This year's Christmas Bureau Distribution will be held on Friday, December 21.

Thursday, December 20, 2012  This past Tuesday evening, despite it being rainy and soggy and not winter-like, car after car came through the CNYcentral parking for Wayne's annual Toys for Tots Drive Thru dropping off toys for those in need at Christmas.

Monday, December 17, 2012  Utica Police were able to quickly make an arrest after a man robbed a Salvation Army employee making a bank deposit Saturday night.

Saturday, December 15, 2012  CPA inspired by 'Make Change Happen' campaign

Monday, December 10, 2012  The Salvation Army and dozens of volunteers will be at the OnCenter all week to sign up families who qualify.

Monday, December 10, 2012  Upstate Golisano Children's Hospital is set to provide free flu shots for children and their families at the Salvation Army Christmas Bureau.

Monday, November 26, 2012  The Salvation Army expects to serve 3,000 families and approximately 8,000 children.

Monday, November 12, 2012  The Salvation Army in Syracuse is asking for specific items that Hurricane Sandy relief workers says are in short supply.

Thursday, November 08, 2012  The Salvation Army expects to serve more than 3,000 needy families for this years Christmas Bureau Distribution Day.

Wednesday, October 31, 2012  Now that superstorm Sandy has passed, organizations across Central New York are teaming up to help those impacted by the storm. Here’s how you can help: