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May 09 2026LIFESTYLE

Local fun shouldn't be overlooked this summer

The change of seasons brings predictable excitement. After a long winter, people naturally crave outdoor activities when spring arrives. Instead of waiting for perfect weather, many start planning their summer adventures early. While big trips and events sound appealing, the best experiences often s

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May 09 2026POLITICS

How Onondaga County is working to better connect with residents

The leaders of Onondaga County have spent months talking with people about taxes, housing, and how the government spends money. They’ve made changes like letting more public input shape decisions and forming new groups to advise on housing and transport. They’ve also capped gas tax charges and tight

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May 09 2026ENTERTAINMENT

Paris 1925: When love, art and danger mixed in the City of Light

The Roaring Twenties in Paris weren't all jazz and champagne. Behind the glitter lay a world where love could turn deadly, and art often came with a price. In 1925, a Polish actress named Stasia found herself in the middle of a real-life drama when her painter lover was found dead. Instead of a clea

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May 09 2026HEALTH

Cruise ship concerns: Tracking hantavirus spread and its impact

A rare virus called hantavirus has caused serious health issues during a recent cruise ship crisis. Unlike common illnesses, this one spreads differently—not through air or touch, but by contact with infected rodents or their waste. Reports show it has appeared in several U. S. locations, raising qu

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May 09 2026BUSINESS

What happens when a prison healthcare firm can't pay its bills?

A company that provides medical services to prisons recently filed for bankruptcy in Florida. YesCare, as it’s called, owes more money than it has on hand—between $100 million and $500 million in debts against only $50 million to $100 million in assets. This legal move, known as Chapter 11, pauses l

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May 09 2026ENVIRONMENT

Trace metals in water: why some algae struggle more than others

Algae act like the grass of underwater worlds, turning sunlight into food for fish and other creatures. But tiny amounts of metals in water can harm them. A new study looked at how different algae types react to these metals. Researchers found that diatoms—algae with silica shells—are easily damage

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May 09 2026BUSINESS

Sweet Goodbyes: A Napa Valley Chocolate Maker Closes Shop

For fifteen years, Kollar Chocolates has been a well-known spot in Yountville, a small town in California’s wine country. The shop is now shutting down, but not before they sell off every last piece of chocolate. The owner, Chris Kollar, made the announcement on April 28, sharing the news on social

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May 09 2026LIFESTYLE

A fresh spot in Searsport: sandwiches by day, drinks by night

After months of searching, one woman turned a closed café into a space that feels both classic and modern. The converted Coastal Cafe now hosts Scullery Made, a place where giant sandwiches rule the morning and cocktails take over after four. The owner, who grew up in restaurants, chose Searsport fo

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May 09 2026HEALTH

Do kids need X-rays so soon after arm fracture surgery?

Doctors often take X-rays four weeks after fixing broken forearms in children using a metal rod inside the bone. This practice started because it feels like the safe thing to do, not because anyone proved it helps kids heal faster or better. A new look back at old patient records asked whether those

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May 09 2026CRIME

Courtroom Cams Stay in Kirk Murder Case, but Hearing Gets Pushed Back

A Utah judge just ruled that live TV feeds can keep rolling during Tyler Robinson’s murder trial, despite his team’s push to block cameras. Judge Tony Graf said courtroom broadcasts help the public keep an eye on the justice system and won’t sway future jurors—especially since the feed won’t show Ro

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