Empire brewery submits five new project studies, changes building plans
Noise, odor, visual, archeology and traffic impacts all determined minimal
The Cazenovia Village Board Monday night heard the results of five professional studies that determined the proposed Empire Brewing Company farmstead brewery in Cazenovia will have minimal to zero impact on surrounding noise, odor, visual aesthetics, archaeological and traffic considerations. In addition, Empire owner David Katleski informed the board that he has altered the tentative building specifications to make the brewery smaller, shorter, better screened from neighbors and more visually pleasing — all in response to the numerous neighbor and community concerns voiced in recent weeks. "This is not as functional for us as a brewery, [but] we are willing to do this” to address community concerns, Katleski said of the architectural modifications during a village board public hearing on May 6.
B’ville agent receives Hands in the Community award
Allstate Insurance agent Christopher Hayden, whose office is located at 47 E. Genesee St. in Baldwinsville, has received the Agency Hands in the Community Award for his commitment to volunteering in the community. With this award came a $1,000 grant from The Allstate Foundation for the Paige’s Butterfly Run Inc in Baldwinsville, where Hayden volunteers.
New entrance, lights, parking spaces, gas station coming soon in Tops plaza
A new parking lot entrance to Tops plaza off Route 20 is scheduled to open this week, and the current entrance will be closed as part of the overall parking lot redesign that has been ongoing for the past few weeks. In addition to the new entrance, the lot will get new light posts, a redesign of all the parking spaces and a new Tops gas station at the former location of the Kimberly’s ice cream building.
Eschen named newcomer of the year by Syracuse Press Club
Cazenovia native Tom Eschen received the A Brohman Roth Newcomer Award at the Syracuse Press Club annual awards dinner last Saturday, May 4.
Radisson Nursery School learns about pizza making
On a recent Tuesday afternoon, Mrs. Jerome's Kindergarten Booster class visited the Pizza Hut on Downer Street.
State Department of Environmental Conservation Now Accepting Bids for Firewood in Chenango and Madison Counties
The New York State Department of Environmental Conservation is accepting bids from homeowners to cut firewood on state forests in Chenango and Madison counties. Due to the increased demand for firewood, sales will only be offered through a sealed bid auction and not by lottery. Unlike past years, there is no need to sign up in advance to participate in the bid process.
Madison Row shows signs of life
Construction for phase two could begin as early as late summer
When driving into the village of Manlius via Route 92, it’s impossible not to notice the wasteland at the intersection of Highbridge and F-M roads which greets visitors to the village with dirt, rubble and weeds. As most residents know, the site is planned to be the future home of Madison Row, a $5 million retail, office and residential project which was first proposed in 2009. Many have given up hope that anything will come of the development after three years of passing by the site and seeing no progress made. But Manlius Mayor Paul Whorrall said he’s been making moves to assure the project will get off the ground this summer.
What a character!
Caz native Siobhan Fallon-Hogan rants and rambles about life as a sought-after actress
Whether you’re a member of her family or a member of her Film Talk audience, an evening with Siobhan Fallon-Hogan can be intense, uproarious and sometimes unsettling. Raised in Cazenovia before pursuing a successful career as one of Hollywood’s most versatile comic character actresses — the woman has an absolutely manic gift of gab. More than 180 film fans and students turned out April 16 at Le Moyne College’s Coyne Performing Arts Center to hear what the fast-talking Fallon had to say about her three decades in show business.
Help the environment and town by recycling ink cartridges at the town office
The Town of Cazenovia is participating in an ink and toner cartridge recycling program with its favorite office supply company, through which the town receives monetary credit for the cartridges it recycles. This program helps save taxpayer cost and helps the environment at the same time.
Baldwinsville magician to bring local flavor to Destiny comedy club
A Baldwinsville native will be the first local talent on the stage of the FunnyBone Comedy Club and restaurant at Destiny USA when he appears there this Saturday.
B’ville man joins Utility Refund Co.
Michael Jablanski, of Baldwinsville, has joined the team at Utility Refund Company as a regional assessment agent.
Play your own kind of music
Steinway Piano Gallery offers prestigious pianos for Central New Yorkers
A Steinway piano is a bit different from the piano you may come across at a typical music store. For one thing, it takes one year to assemble one from start to finish. Many artisans who put these pianos together have been perfecting their trade for 30 to 40 years. It’s the combination of a dedication to craftsmanship and the use of the finest materials that makes the Steinway brand the best in the business.
North suburbs to host meeting on I-81
At the request of the towns of Salina and Cicero and Onondaga County Legislator Kathleen Rapp, staff from the Syracuse Metropolitan Transportation Council will provide an overview of The I-81 Challenge at 6 p.m. Wednesday, May 1 at the Holiday Inn in Liverpool (441 Electronics Parkway). The meeting will include a brief presentation from SMTC staff that will provide background information about The I-81 Challenge.
Nik and the Nice Guys ready to rock the Firefighter’s Ball
Nik and the Nice Guys, one of America’s favorite party bands, will once again perform at the Cazenovia Fire Department’s Firefighters’ Ball on Saturday, April 27. The event will be held at the firehouse from 8 p.m. until 12 a.m. and is open to those 21 years of age and older.
Belle Ame Yoga offered at CNY Family Sports Center
Belle Ame Yoga and Wellness will now offer a multilevel yoga class from 6 to 7 p.m. Wednesdays beginning April 24 in the Jonhoben Room at the Central New York Family Sports Center on Jones Road in Baldwinsville. Susan DeCarlo, the owner of Belle Ame Yoga and Wellness and certified yoga instructor, will teach the class, which is comprised of four specific components to help participants achieve optimum health including: a breathing meditation, warm-up exercises, yoga poses and relaxation.
