Nicole La Fiandra

Syracuse

Multimedia Journalist at WSTQ-TV (Syracuse, NY)

Multimedia Journalist at WSTM-TV (Syracuse, NY)

Multimedia Journalist at WTVH-TV (Syracuse, NY)

Journalist. @cnycentral Anchor & Reporter | washed up @teamusa ice skater | philly native | formerly: @CitrusTV @newhousesu |📧[email protected]

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Articles

Answering questions on the Park Street Bridge collisions

6 days ago | cnycentral.com | Nicole La Fiandra

SYRACUSE, N.Y. — Another truck collided with the Park Street Bridge on Tuesday, May 27th. It adds to the ongoing issue of bridge strikes in the area, highlighting the persistent challenges faced by truck drivers navigating local routes. The incident has raised questions about the differences between commercial trucks and privately owned vehicles. "The ticket could be the same, unless there is hazardous material in there." said Syracuse's Police Department Chief of Police Joseph Cecile.
Gardening Update: Clematis vines with Carol Watson Greenhouse!

1 week ago | cnycentral.com | Nicole La Fiandra

LAFAYETTE, N.Y. — In this week's Gardening Update, Carol talks about everything you need to know about Clematis vines. They like to climb or spread across your garden, and produce beautiful flowers in a variety of colors. WANT MORE PLANTS? | Gardening Update: All about Petunias with Carol Watson Greenhouse!Watch the full video for all of Carol's tips. Captioning is available.
SUNY Upstate expands PA program, waives GRE for sophomores

1 week ago | cnycentral.com | Nicole La Fiandra

SYRACUSE, N.Y. — SUNY Upstate Medical University is making strides to enhance accessibility to its Physician Assistant (PA) Early Assurance Program by opening it to college sophomores and waiving the GRE requirement for applicants. The initiative aims to ease the path for students aspiring to become healthcare providers by reducing the pressure and expenses associated with applying to multiple PA schools.
Rome, 10 months post-tornado, continues to rebuild

1 week ago | cnycentral.com | Nicole La Fiandra

ROME, N.Y. — As the one-year anniversary of the EF-2 tornado that ravaged Rome approaches on July 16th, the community reflects on the resilience and recovery efforts that have taken place since the disaster. The tornado, which struck with winds reaching 130 miles per hour, left a trail of destruction in its wake. A car is crushed by the fallen building that hosted the Gansevoort mural that was struck by a tornado, in Rome, N.Y., Tuesday, July 16, 2024.
New information after major drug bust at Parkside Commons

1 week ago | cnycentral.com | Nicole La Fiandra

SYRACUSE, N.Y. — SYRACUSE, N.Y. — The Syracuse Police Department announced a significant drug bust at Parkside Commons this week, marking a major victory for neighbors concerned about drug trafficking and associated gun violence in their community. Chief Joseph Cecile said the operation was a collaborative effort involving the District Attorney's office and the department's Special Investigations Unit, which focuses on narcotics.
Gardening Update:

2 weeks ago | cnycentral.com | Nicole La Fiandra

LAFAYETTE, N.Y. — In this week's Gardening Update, Carol talks about some of the drought-resistant flowers to place on memorials this weekend. One of the most iconic Memorial Day flowers, the red "remembrance" poppy, is rooted in the history of World War I. It is also drought-resistant. MORE | Gardening Update: Hearty Hydrangeas with Carol Watson Greenhouse!Watch the full video for all of Carol's tips. Captioning is available.
Silent book club offers a quiet night out for book lovers

2 weeks ago | cnycentral.com | Nicole La Fiandra

SYRACUSE, N.Y. — SYRACUSE, N.Y. — A unique social event is gaining popularity in Syracuse, offering a quiet alternative to the typical Friday night out. The Silent Book Club, which has thousands of chapters, has found a home at Fairmount Community Library. "Silent book club is very popular all around the country. There's I think 1,000 chapters worldwide. So we heard about it and thought it was cool, and wanted to do it here," said Brenda Shea, Director of the Fairmount Community Library in Syracuse.
B'ville student to face consequences for damaging Chromebook amid online

2 weeks ago | cnycentral.com | Nicole La Fiandra

BALDWINSVILLE, N.Y. — Just over a week ago, a fire caused by a laptop forced students at C.W. Baker High School to evacuate the school. The incident was part of a social media trend known as the "Chromebook Challenge," where students intentionally damage their Chromebook computers to make them smoke. The Baldwinsville Central School District confirmed that the student responsible for tampering with the school-issued computer is being held accountable.
SPD: Updates on the investigation into an 'exchange of gunfire' on Tuesday

2 weeks ago | cnycentral.com | Nicole La Fiandra

SYRACUSE, N.Y. — The Syracuse Police Department is further clarifying the status of the investigation into an "exchange of gunfire" between officers and a suspect on Tuesday, May 13th. A spokesperson for the department said on Wednesday that one officer fired their gun at a 42-year-old Donnell Hogan. He died in the incident. His exact manner of death is still unconfirmed despite the gunfire. No officers or civilians were injured. The spokesperson said Hogan shot first.
CNY Schools face challenges as bell-to-bell cell phone ban starts in August

2 weeks ago | cnycentral.com | Nicole La Fiandra

CENTRAL SQUARE, N.Y. — School officials across Central New York are raising concerns about a new bell-to-bell cell phone ban set to take effect in August. Districts are grappling with how to allocate a portion of the $13.5 million provided by the state to implement the ban. It would only be in public school districts in New York. Central Square is among the districts affected. Currently, their policy allows students to use phones outside of class time.