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Wednesday, June 05, 2013  Syracuse University concluded its spring study abroad program in Istanbul early as unrest and protests continue in the region.

Friday, April 19, 2013  The second brother was hiding under a tarp in a boat parked in a backyard of Watertown, Massachusetts.

Friday, April 19, 2013  Shots fired in the Watertown, Massachusetts area following "stay indoors" order was lifted by police.

Friday, April 19, 2013  NBC News and the AP have learned more information about the men suspected of carrying out the bombing attack on the Boston Marathon. Police say they are also responsible for a deadly string of incidents outside Boston overnight.

Friday, April 19, 2013  Key moments related to the search for the Boston Marathon bombing suspects, based on reports from the Middlesex County district attorney, Massachusetts State Police, and Boston police.

Friday, April 19, 2013  Authorities have identified the transit police officer severely wounded in a shootout with the Boston Marathon bombing suspects.

Friday, April 19, 2013  One suspect is dead and another is still at large after a chaotic incident involving gunshots and explosions in Watertown, Massachusetts, according to the Boston Police

Tuesday, March 12, 2013  A New York conservation officer is being honored for catching two men who had been shooting deer from inside a house when the animals came to a video-monitored bait pile in the yard, then selling the meat at an annual feast.

Friday, November 23, 2012  Jo-Ann Fabric and Craft Stores is recalling its "Pumpkin Turkey Craft Kit" because of a choking hazard.

Thursday, November 22, 2012  Before slicing into turkey, hundreds of people took to the streets in Baldwinsville and the trails in Manlius to burn some calories before sitting down for their big feast. All around the country, people are lacing up their sneakers to participate in Turkey Trots in their community.

Thursday, November 22, 2012  The Rescue Mission and more than 200 volunteers are making sure those that need a warm meal are not going hungry this Thanksgiving. That's something the entire community can be grateful for.

Saturday, November 10, 2012 

Wednesday, August 15, 2012  Wisconsin-based Johnsonville Sausage is recalling some packages of turkey sausage with cheddar cheese because the product may include pieces of glove.

Monday, January 23, 2012  Authorities say a turkey in the road resulted in drunken driving arrests for two northern New York men.

Sunday, December 25, 2011  Jimmy Tortorelli knows first hand the power of the volunteers at the Rescue Mission.  As a recovering addict and alcoholic -- Tortorelli credits them with saving his life.