WSTM-TV (Syracuse, NY)

WSTM-TV is a television station affiliated with NBC, serving the Central Upstate New York region and based in Syracuse. It first went on air as WSYR-TV on February 15, 1950, broadcasting on VHF channel 3. In 1980, the station changed its call letters to WSTM, while WSYR was reassigned to WIXT channel 9 in 2005. The station now transmits a high-definition digital signal on UHF channel 24, which appears as virtual channel 3.1 through PSIP. WSTM-TV is owned by the Sinclair Broadcast Group and shares its ownership with the low-powered CW affiliate WSTQ-LP and CBS affiliate WTVH. Although WTVH is owned by the Granite Broadcasting Corporation, it is operated by Sinclair under joint sales and shared services agreements. All three stations operate from the same studios located on James Street/NY 290 in the Near Northeast area of Syracuse.

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Claddagh Farm in Lafayette

3 days ago | cnycentral.com | Brandon Roth

LAFAYETTE, N.Y. — Alpaca enthusiasts have a reason to rejoice as Claddagh Farm Alpacas in Lafayette opens its gates for up-close encounters with these furry creatures. Nestled off Stebbins Road, the farm offers exclusive Alpaca tours every Sunday, but be sure to book in advance. Owners Carl and Sarah Lamanna have been nurturing their herd of Huacaya Alpacas on their 20-acre farm for over fifteen years. Sarah Lamanna shared insights into the personalities of their alpacas.
Avelo Airlines kicks off deportation flights for ICE from Arizona

4 days ago | cnycentral.com | Alexx Altman-Devilbiss

Passengers walk in front of Mesa Gateway Airport, where Avelo Airlines started making deportation flights on behalf of the federal government on Monday, May 12, 2025, in Mesa, Ariz. (AP Photo/Ross D. Franklin)
Rep. Mannion addresses town hall, focuses on all things government and education concerns

4 days ago | cnycentral.com | Dale Ostrander

SALINA, N.Y. — Congressman John Mannion held his first in-person town hall meeting, addressing constituents of New York's 22nd Congressional District. Mannion, who has been in office for five months, spoke to a packed audience at Chestnut Middle School, where he discussed a range of issues from education to federal government policies. "Our norms and our values are being tested like they never had before...
Most Holy Rosary Church Pastor shares his hopes for Pope Leo XIV

4 days ago | cnycentral.com | Matthew Benninger

SYRACUSE, N.Y. — Most Holy Rosary Church Pastor Father Fred Mannara said he was astounded to see the new Pope, Leo XIV, was from America. "I wasn't looking for an American Pope, but Leo XIV spoke to me about why he chose that name," said Father Mannara. Father Mannara explained that Pope Leo XIII, who served from 1878 to 1903, was a central figure in the church for social justice. He noted that Pope Leo XIII shared concerns with people who were working during the Industrial Revolution.
Three former Marcy COs expected in court as plea deal looms

4 days ago | cnycentral.com | Matthew Benninger

UTICA, N.Y. — Three former Marcy Correctional Facility Officers are set to be in Oneida County Court on May 13. Anthony Farina, Nicholas Kieffer and David Kingsley will be in court as they consider their plea deals. The three men are facing a murder charge in connection with the fatal beating of inmate Robert Brooks in December 2024. Farina, Kieffer and Kingleys were granted additional time to consider their plea deal on April 29 by Judge Bauer.
Rome Police name man who was found dead in canal in Town of Floyd

4 days ago | cnycentral.com | Matthew Benninger

FLOYD, N.Y. — The Rome Police Department released the name of a man who was found dead in the Town of Floyd on May 11. The Onondaga County Medical Examiner's Office identified him as Brandon J. Montalbano, 40, of Rome, N.Y. He was located by the Oneida County Sheriff's Office Dive Team in the Erie Canal off of Route 49. They responded to a report of a drowning. Rome Police said Montalbano was last seen on April 2. He was reported missing by his family on April 24.
Here's what you need to know about boating safety

4 days ago | cnycentral.com | Brandon Roth

OSWEGO, N.Y. — Boating Safety Week in New York State will begin soon. If you plan on being on a boat this summer, you'll need to be prepared. The Oswego Fire Department said the most important thing you can do to be prepared is to have a life jacket on standby. You also need to inspect your boat to make sure you are prepared to go into the water. The fire department will be doing a boating safety and water rescue demonstration from May 17 to 23 at the H. L.
Madison Co. Deputies to train, with simulated gunfire, at old county building

5 days ago | cnycentral.com | Matthew Benninger

Mon, May 12th 2025 at 10:27 AMThe Madison County Sheriff's Office will conduct a training exercise with simulated gunfire on May 13 and 14. There is no public safety threat. (May 12, 2025) (PHOTO BY CNY CENTRAL)WAMPSVILLE, N.Y. — The Madison County Sheriff's Office will hold a Reality-Based Training in Wampsville, N.Y., on May 13 and 14. The training exercise will be held at the old Madison County Highway Administration Building on 139 N.
AAA: Gas prices going down, see average prices across New York here

5 days ago | cnycentral.com | Kaitlin Pearson

SYRACUSE, N.Y. — In the lull between spring travel and the kick-off to summer, gas demand slid week over week dropping national average. According to AAA the national average dropped three cents to land at $3.14. One year ago, the price was $3.62. The New York State average is $3.09, down one cent from last Monday. A year ago, the NYS average was $3.72.
Neurodiversity celebrated at fair -- explaining unique ways the brain works

6 days ago | cnycentral.com | Gary Robinson Jr.

SYRACUSE, N.Y. — The Syracuse City School District hosted a neurodiversity fair Saturday. Nottingham High School was filled with workshops, performances, and other events designed to teach kids about the unique ways in which their brains work.