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April 26, 2026

1. Man Convicted in 2021 Marengo Gas Station Armed Robbery and Assault: Walter R. Moran, 32, from Cicero, was convicted by a McHenry County jury for his involvement in the 2021 armed robbery, beating, and shooting at a Circle K gas station in Marengo. Authorities said Moran was found guilty of charges including Armed Robbery, Armed Violence, and Aggravated Battery after prosecutors established a detailed account of the early-morning crime using witness testimony and surveillance footage. Moran was the final participant to face conviction in this violent incident. (Source: Lake and McHenry County Scanner on Apr 26)

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April 13, 2026

1. Cicero Resident Dies from Injuries After March House Fire: A 41-year-old resident of Bridgeport has died from injuries after a house fire that occurred in late March in the Town of Cicero, Onondaga County. State Police reported that the man passed away on April 9 as a result of the injuries sustained during the incident. Emergency crews responded to the fire at a home on Areopagitica Avenue on March 24. Authorities continue to investigate the circumstances surrounding the blaze. (Source: Finger Lakes Daily News on Apr 13)

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April 11, 2026

1. Cicero Declares State of Emergency as Oneida Lake Flooding Impacts Beach Road: Flooding caused by high water levels on Oneida Lake has led to a state of emergency being issued along Beach Road in the Town of Cicero. Town officials have limited access to the affected area, allowing only residents and emergency personnel to travel the roadway. These measures were implemented to ensure public safety while the flooding persists. The situation will be monitored as officials assess the evolving conditions. (Source: Finger Lakes Daily News on Apr 11)

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March 26, 2026

1. Cicero Resident Suffers Critical Injuries in Onondaga County House Fire: A man was left in critical condition after a house fire broke out on Areopagitica Avenue in the Town of Cicero, Onondaga County, on Tuesday evening. Emergency responders arrived around 7 p.m. following reports of a structure fire and provided assistance at the scene. Authorities have not yet released further details regarding the cause or circumstances surrounding the incident. The investigation into the house fire remains ongoing. (Source: Finger Lakes Daily News on Mar 25)

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February 12, 2026

1. Canandaigua National Bank Opens First Branch in Downtown Syracuse: Canandaigua National Bank, originally based in Canandaigua, has opened its first Central New York branch at 333 W. Washington St. in downtown Syracuse. The bank plans to add three more locations in DeWitt, Cicero, and Liverpool within the year, with expectations to hire 15 to 20 new employees. Leaders selected Syracuse after evaluating growth opportunities throughout the state and intend to foster economic development locally. Each location will provide both consumer and business banking with community-focused services. (Source: Fingerlakes1.com on Feb 12)

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February 9, 2026

1. Rich McCarron Gains Key Endorsements in the 48th State Senate Race: Rich McCarron received endorsements from the Cayuga County Conservatives and the Onondaga County Republicans as he campaigns for New York's 48th State Senate District. The Cayuga County Conservatives announced their support at an event in Auburn, while the Onondaga Republicans followed suit in Cicero the same day. McCarron, a Realtor and Onondaga County legislator, is challenging incumbent Democratic Senator Rachel May. The race covers Syracuse, nearby towns, and all of Cayuga County. (Source: Fingerlakes1.com on Feb 9)

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January 12, 2026

1. State Completes Key Road Improvement Projects in Onondaga and Oswego Counties: The state has finished two significant road infrastructure projects in Central New York, targeting areas in Onondaga and Oswego counties. In the Town of Cicero, a $3 million upgrade expanded an exit ramp on State Route 481, improving traffic flow at a busy interchange used by thousands of vehicles daily. Oswego County saw the replacement of an aging bridge on Route 49 with a modern concrete structure. Both projects were completed on schedule and within the allocated budget. (Source: Fingerlakes1.com on Jan 12)

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December 14, 2025

1. Cayuga County Group Organizes Styrofoam Recycling Drive for Holidays: With the holiday season leading to increased packing material waste, Cayuga Climate Action has launched a local initiative to collect clean, white polystyrene foam for recycling. Since polystyrene is not accepted in curbside recycling in Cayuga County, the group will deliver collected materials to a specialized facility in Cicero. Packing peanuts and colored foam are excluded from the collection. This effort is aimed at reducing environmental waste during high-consumption months. (Source: Finger Lakes Daily News on Dec 14)

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November 14, 2025

1. Fatal Rollover Crash on I-481 in Cicero Claims Life of 67-Year-Old Driver: A 67-year-old man died when his van overturned on Interstate 481 in Cicero on Thursday evening. According to State Police, the incident occurred around 5:22 p.m. as the driver attempted to exit southbound onto Bear Road at Exit 10. The vehicle went off the east shoulder and rolled onto its passenger side. The driver was pronounced dead at the scene, and authorities have not yet released his identity. The crash remains under investigation. (Source: Fingerlakes1.com on Nov 14)

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