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Friday, April 26, 2013  Syracuse University increases security at Mayfest in wake of Boston Marathon bombings.

Monday, February 25, 2013  Licensing exams are coming up for falconry, wildlife rehabilitation and tracking deer or bear with dogs.

Friday, January 18, 2013  School districts are warning parents and students about a tough new rule for students taking the Regents exam this year.

Sunday, June 24, 2012  If they find cancer, they'll treat it for free

Monday, November 28, 2011  A fifth New York student has surrendered to face charges he was paid to take college entrance exams for others.

Tuesday, October 25, 2011  As State Police say more alleged victims have come forward with information about a Cazenovia Funeral Director charged with sexual abuse, the case may have to move to another location.

Thursday, August 11, 2011  A local pediatrician reacts to a CNY Central exclusive surrounding the use of a sexual maturity scale for some students to qualify for participation in high school sports.

Wednesday, August 10, 2011  Should schools force students to undergo exams for sexual maturity to qualify them for sports programs?

Tuesday, June 29, 2010  Some high school students and parents are giving a new state Regents exam a failing grade.

Tuesday, May 12, 2009  Officials at Syracuse University's law school are limiting bathroom breaks during final exams after getting reports of cheating by first-year students.

Tuesday, December 23, 2008  Consumers are trying to focus in on what's absolutely necessary and a lack of extra cash is forcing some people to skip their eye exams and glasses.