Saturday, February 04, 2012

Latest local news, weather and sports for Syracuse and Central New York

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Central New York is rich in motor sports tradition, from the DIRTcar tracks in Brewerton, Fulton, and Weedsport to the International Speedway in Watkins Glen. CNYcentral.com will collect all of its motor sports-related stories in one location on this page for racing fans to easily access. Check back on a regular basis for more from our local tracks!

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Plane carrying NASCAR owner Rick Hendrick crash lands   

A small jet carrying the owner of NASCAR's top team and his wife has crash landed in Key West.

Decker wins again; adds to Super Dirt Week legacy   

Billy Decker made Super DIRT Week history on Saturday afternoon at the New York State Fairgrounds, winning an unprecedented fourth consecutive Nationwide Insurance 150.

Decker with double win at Super Dirt Week   

Decker captured the pole positions for both of this weekend's major races, putting him in great position to add to his already impressive history at Super Dirt Week.

Weedsport Speedway back in action   

DIRTcar Racing has reached an agreement with Canandaigua Motorsports Park promoter Jeremie Corcoran to run two events at Weedsport Speedway, formerly known as The New Cayuga County Speedway.

Marcos Ambrose wins at Watkins Glen   

Marcos Ambrose missed his daughter's first day of school. She probably won't mind.

Cato’s Smith ready to win at Watkins Glen   

Smith started this year by winning his first ever Sprint Cup race by edging out Carl Edwards.

Hearn hits the 800 victory milestone   

Hearn looks to continue his historic season as he looks to capture championships at his home tracks Accord Speedway and Lebanon Valley Speedway, where he currently leads points.

Sheppard breaks through for first 2011 Super DIRTcar Series victory   

For the second consecutive night the Big-Block Modified Super DIRTcar Series race wasn't decided until the final lap. Matt Sheppard held off a late-race charge Monday night by Danny Johnson to collect the victory at Rolling Wheels Raceway Park in the "Stars and Stripes 100."

Stewart, Hamilton all smiles after car swap at Watkins Glen   

Not even a cool, drizzly day that forced them to use rain tires at the storied road course could dampen their spirits.

CNY driver makes NASCAR Hall of Fame   

Rome native Richie Evans named to NASCAR's Hall of Fame.

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