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Thursday, February 28, 2013  Central New York is hoping for the best, but it wants to make sure it's ready to respond to the worst. Organizations in the preparedness business are working together to put neighbors at ease and make sure Onondaga County is equipped to handle the unexpected.

Thursday, January 17, 2013  A house fire in Lyncourt sends one to the hospital and displaces another.

Friday, January 04, 2013  We already know 81 is a significant number for neighbors in Syracuse and surrounding areas, as Interstate 81 cuts a vertical path through Central New York. Recently, Dunkin' Donuts has reason to appreciate the connection as well.

Friday, January 04, 2013  Not only is it National Blood Donor Month and a chance to celebrate its faithful donors, it's also the start of its 6th annual "Give a Pint, Get a Pound" campaign.

Wednesday, December 05, 2012  Thirteen ordinary people are recognized for displaying extraordinary courage to save lives. Some were honored for going above the duties required to do their jobs, others were in the right place at the right time.

Tuesday, November 27, 2012  New York Attorney General Eric Schneiderman has sent letters to 72 nonprofits asking them to disclose their fundraising and relief efforts for Superstorm Sandy victims.

Monday, November 05, 2012  Onondaga County, the city of Syracuse and the American Red Cross are holding a large blood drive at the Onondaga County Civic Center in Syracuse on Monday from 8:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. to help with the Hurricane Sandy relief effort.

Friday, November 02, 2012  As thousands of people downstate deal with the aftermath of Superstorm Sandy, the American Red Cross is overwhelmed by the need. Now, they are searching for more volunteers to help.

Friday, November 02, 2012  Onondaga County, the city of Syracuse and the American Red Cross plan to hold a blood drive in Syracuse to help out with the Hurricane Sandy relief effort.

Thursday, November 01, 2012  NBC is doing a benefit concert for victims of Hurricane Sandy featuring some artists native to the areas hardest hit. It will air on Friday night.

Wednesday, October 31, 2012  Following a blood donation shortfall due to Hurricane Sandy's impact, an American Red Cross blood donation center in Liverpool extends its hours to encourage Central New Yorkers to step up to the plate.

Thursday, October 25, 2012  10 women were honored Thursday night at the American Red Cross Central New York Chapter's fourth annual "Women Who Mean Business" award celebration.

Friday, September 14, 2012  During this transitional time of the year weather-wise, sharp cold fronts have the ability to spawn strong and severe thunderstorms as they sweep across Central NY.

Friday, July 13, 2012  A former employee of the Solvay-Geddes Youth Center is accused of lying about his qualifications, and accepting money to train others. Andrew Montero, of East Syracuse, faces nearly 25 charges.

Tuesday, May 15, 2012  A Watertown woman is telling her story after she escaped from a burning building.