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Wednesday, February 06, 2013  CNY Central is proud to announce that last year’s “Protecting Our Children” child abuse special presentation has been nominated for a New York State Emmy award.

Friday, October 05, 2012  The race for the 22nd Congressional District has taken an unusual and disturbing twist over an accusation that Republican incumbent Richard Hanna improperly used his influence to convince local television stations to drop a debate.

Saturday, September 22, 2012  The Bill Leaf Memorial Kickball Tournament was held on Saturday at Onondaga Lake Park to raise awareness about drunk driving.

Wednesday, July 18, 2012  A sale of television station WSYR Channel 9 could be announced by the end of this week: Wall Street Journal Report.

Wednesday, April 25, 2012  Police, child advocates and health workers took calls during the Protecting Our Children TV special on Wednesday night.

Wednesday, April 25, 2012  The Central New York broadcasting community came together April 25th to bring awareness to the important issues of sexual, verbal and physical abuse of children.

Tuesday, April 24, 2012  CNYCentral is a partner in a unique union of media in Central New York working on an unprecedented broadcast to reach out to  the community about child abuse.

Monday, April 02, 2012  A well known radio personality will be back on the air next month.

Monday, January 16, 2012  The recent contract dispute between WSYR-TV in Syracuse and Verizon Fios, could result in hearings before the State Senate.

Friday, January 13, 2012  The drunk driver who killed a local radio and television reporter will stay behind bars for now.

Friday, December 02, 2011  The parole hearing for the drunk driver who killed a local radio and television reporter has been delayed again.

Monday, November 14, 2011  You may hear sirens near the nuclear power plants in Oswego County this week. But don't be alarmed, it's just a test.

Wednesday, October 26, 2011  The Jim Reith Show on WSYR has been replaced by syndicated talk show host Sean Hannity.  The decision is receiving heavy criticism.

Friday, June 10, 2011  Today I will be leaving the assignment desk for a meeting with representatives of WSYR-TV Newschannel 9, YNN, and WKTV Channel 2 in Utica. The last time we got together, it was a few weeks ago for a festive evening as we gathered for the Syracuse Press Club awards dinner.