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Tuesday, May 07, 2013  CNY Central reporter Brandon Roth climbed to the top of a 135-foot rescue fire ladder live on ‘Today in Central New York’ Tuesday morning at the Syracuse Fire Training Facility.

Monday, February 18, 2013  Many parents say they would prefer to have a babysitter who has been trained in CPR and first aid.

Friday, February 15, 2013  Runners should dress in layers and with proper gear so they can keep running outside in the winter.

Tuesday, February 12, 2013  A national caliber marathoner says the Syracuse winter should not deter runners from getting outside.  He offers advice on how to get a running program going.

Friday, February 08, 2013  Oneida County Executive Anthony J. Picente announced today that the Air National Guard will be conducting periodic night training at Griffiss International Airport in Rome.

Monday, January 28, 2013  It seems digital newspaper subscriptions and smartphones have cut the once abundant supplies of old newsprint to potty train puppies.

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Tuesday, December 04, 2012  New York is among five states planning to add at least 300 hours of learning time to the calendar for some schools starting next year.

Thursday, November 15, 2012  More than 200 women from across the state attended the New York Women in Law Enforcement Annual Training Conference this year.

Wednesday, October 03, 2012  A representative from the Department of Homeland Security provided training for local law enforcement agencies to help them properly handle people under the influence of synthetic drugs.

Thursday, September 20, 2012  The federal government is providing $14.6 million to 23 community colleges in New York to enhance job-training programs.

Monday, September 03, 2012  Children as young as 4 years old are being allowed to take drugs for ADHD and other behavioral problems. But some parents would prefer a drug-free alternative.

Wednesday, August 29, 2012  New job training program is helping people get out of the unemployment line, and back to work.

Friday, August 17, 2012  Authorities say two U.S. defense department contractors aboard a small plane that crashed in a remote Adirondacks lake have been rescued unhurt by helicopters involved in the military exercise they were helping coordinate.

Monday, August 06, 2012  About 20 New York Jets players were involved in a sideline brawl during practice at training camp after running back Joe McKnight and safety D'Anton Lynn tangled after a play.