🌱 Patch AM: What Syracuse’s nighttime deer removals mean for your neighborhood this winter

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In today's newsletter:

• What Syracuse’s nighttime deer removals mean for your neighborhood this winter
• How will Syracuse’s new mayor reshape the city’s partnership with schools?
• How a Seuss-style photo shoot is fueling Syracuse kids’ book donations

Also on today's calendar: AUBURN, NY - NYS Notary Law Exam Prep Workshop hosted by Law Author Alfred E Piombino - Cayuga CC.

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Today's riddle: Can February March? 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

• Tuesday: Low clouds, with a high of 28 and low of 26 degrees.
• Wednesday: Not as cold; a p.m. shower, temps: high: 42, low: 27.
• Thursday: Windy in the afternoon, with a high of 47 and low of 38 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

1. Syracuse begins winter deer management program across the city (localsyr.com) — Syracuse has launched its winter deer management season, with USDA wildlife staff working nights through March to reduce overpopulation across the city’s east, west, and south sides. City officials say targeted removals aim to cut car crashes, garden damage, and Lyme disease risks, and urge residents to call 911 if they see activity on their property without prior permission.
   

2. Syracuse Mayor-elect Owens pledges collaboration with city schools (cnycentral.com) — Syracuse Mayor-elect Sharon Owens is promising closer collaboration with the Syracuse City School District, emphasizing that schools are integral to the city’s future. She and incoming Police Chief Mark Rusin plan to support students through careful police partnerships and community programs, while maintaining trust and avoiding over-policing in school settings. Owens takes office January 3.
   

3. Turning news anchor Michael Benny into Seuss character for book drive (cnycentral.com) — Families in Syracuse can still help the United Way of CNY put thousands of new children’s books into local homes through a festive “Inspired by a Book” campaign. CNYCentral anchor Michael Benny, a local artist, and area businesses teamed up for a Dr. Seuss–themed photo shoot to spur last-minute donations at Golden Bee Bookshop, Parthenon Books, or via monetary gifts.
   

4. Syracuse.com's boys basketball rankings (through Week 3): 5 new teams climb into the mix (syracuse.com) — High school hoops fans in Syracuse get fresh Section III boys basketball rankings after a snowstorm shuffled last week’s schedule. Five new teams, including undefeated Watertown plus Central Valley Academy and New Hartford, crash the lists, with updated standings promised every Monday through sectionals.
   

5. ‘Not just an officer…He's a human': Syracuse Police officer reunites with woman he helped in viral photo (localsyr.com) — A Syracuse police officer’s simple act of kindness toward a woman struggling with heavy groceries near Thornden Park has resonated widely after their selfie went viral on the department’s Facebook page. The pair reunited at Syracuse Police headquarters, where both reflected on compassion, faith, and how everyday gestures can reshape perceptions of local officers.
   

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🗓 Upcoming Events in Syracuse

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★ Featured events ★

Thursday December 18

• AUBURN, NY - NYS Notary Law Exam Prep Workshop hosted by Law Author Alfred E Piombino - Cayuga CC
  Cayuga Community College, 197 Franklin St, Auburn
  5:30 pm
• AUBURN, NY - NYS Notary Law Exam Prep Workshop hosted by Law Author Alfred E Piombino - Cayuga CC
  Cayuga Community College, 197 Franklin St, Auburn
  5:30 pm

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Other local events

Saturday December 20

• HOME FOR THE HOLIDAYS
  Oncenter Crouse Hinds Theater , 421 Montgomery St. , Syracuse
  7:30 pm

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🗓 Events Nearby

Tuesday December 16

• Winter Sports Physicals
  Pine Grove Middle School , 101 Spartan Way , East Syracuse
  8:30 am
• RRMS 6th Grade Concert
  Roxboro Road Middle School , 300 Bernard Street , Mattydale
  7:00 pm
• GRMS Chorus Concert
  Gillette Road Middle School , 6150 South Bay Road , Cicero
  7:00 pm

Wednesday December 17

• Girls 7th/8th Volleyball v. Faith Heritage
  Lyncourt School
  4:00 pm
• Mark Nanni Music
  The Neat Whiskey Bar , 6706 E Seneca Turnpike Building B , Jamesville
  6:00 pm

Thursday December 18

• Adult English Language Conversation Group | Salina Free Library
  Salina Free Library , 100 Belmont St , Mattydale
  10:30 am
• Girls 7th/8th Volleyball v. Living Word Academy
  Lyncourt School
  4:00 pm
• Wheeler Winter Concert
  Onondaga Central School District Jr./Sr. High School Auditorium
  6:30 pm
• Green Room Series #24
  Maplewood Bar & Grill , 400 7th N St , Liverpool
  7:00 pm

Saturday December 20

• HOME FOR THE HOLIDAYS
  Oncenter Crouse Hinds Theater , 421 Montgomery St. , Syracuse
  7:30 pm

Friday April 3

• Syracuse, NY - Makeup Blowout Sale Event!
  DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Syracuse , 6301 NY-298 , East Syracuse
  10:00 am

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💬 Chatter

What your neighbors are talking about on social media

• Me’achel lecha Chanukah Sameach!
  https://www.chabad.org/holidays/chanukah/article_cdo/aid/102911/jewish/What-Is-Hanukkah.htm (Nextdoor Strathmore)
• Hello!
  I near Tyson Place/Lillian Ave/Fobes Ave. I'm curious if this beautiful little guy is yours or if you know who he belongs to? Such a sweet boy. He's… (Nextdoor Eastwood North)

• Taco Bell posted a job opening for Team Member - Late Night / Closer - Part Time in Syracuse. Apply here.
• TradeJobsWorkforce posted a job opening for Costco Forklift Operator in Syracuse. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Syracuse here.

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-- The Patch AM Team

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