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Michael Mallinger, 9, Hank Mallinger, 4, and Jill Coleman, all of North syracuse, are pictured enjoying the fine weather at the st. Patrick’s day Parade, held saturday, March 15, in downtown syracuse.
Lake parks are jumpin’ Parks head shares 17 upcoming events
By russ TArBy Contributing Writer
At their March 17 meeting, the Village Board of Trustees acknowledged receipt of a list of 17 upcoming events hosted by Onondaga County Parks.
While the list sent in by Parks Commissioner Brian Kelley is dominated by races and walks designed to raise funds for charities, several of the 17 dates represent popular largecrowd gatherings such as the 82nd Annual Scottish Games at Long Branch Park on Saturday, Aug. 9.
The event that most affects the village is the Workforce Run (formerly named the Corporate Challenge, which will draw thousands of runners to Onondaga Lake Parkway on Tuesday, June 10.
Other events include an Empower 5K Run on Saturday, April 26 at Long Branch, the Chargers Junior Invitational Regatta on Saturday, May 17, a Street Scene at Long Branch on Sunday, July 27, and the Great NY State Marathon on Sunday, Oct. 19.
Liverpool girls stopped again in state final
By PHiL BLACkwELL
Twice before the Liverpool girls basketball team reached its ultimate destination – Hudson Valley Community College in Troy – without getting the ultimate prize.
Now the third time around the Warriors, full of experience and toughened by all it had got through to get to this point, would only find satisfaction and fulfillment by snaring a long-awaited state Class AAA championship.
Yet for the second year in a row a Section I team denied that ultimate dream. Albertus Magnus topped Liverpool 67-47 Sunday afternoon in the title game.
Just reaching here hinged on Liverpool defeating Long Island champion Syosset in Saturday’s state semifinal, and things were rough for a while until a sensational second-half turnaround produced a 65-56 victory over the Braves.
Little went well at the outset, with the Warriors off its game and Syosset breaking out to a 16-8 advantage through one quarter, stretching that margin to double digits at one point in the second period.
What ultimately proved important was that Liverpool didn’t let the game get away and, trailing 31-23 at the break, responded with arguably its best half of basketball all season.
Swarming with its 1-3-1 zone defense, the Warriors forced a string of Syosset turnovers which turned into baskets on the other end and, with a 13-0 run, took the lead for good.
All told, Liverpool outscored the Braves 24-7 in that third period and did an effective job maintaining that lead down the stretch, never letting Syosset get closer than seven.
A’briyah Cunningham was back at something close to full speed after the hamstring injury which affected her throughout the post-season and burned Syosset throughout the game on her way to 25 points and 13 rebounds.
Gia Kinsey continued to stand out, too, the eighth-grader putting up 21 points as Gianna Washington finished with nine points and seven rebounds. Angie Kohler got six points and Gracie Sleeth contributed eight rebounds, plus four steals.
Then Liverpool watched as Albertus Magnus, the state Class AA champions of 2024 who moved up to AAA this season, routed Lancaster 67-33 in the other state semifinal.
So the title game involved the Warriors again trying to get past a private-school Section I power, which it could not do a year ago in Troy when it fell in the final to Poughkeepsie Lourdes.
In contrast to what happened against Syosset, Liverpool enjoyed a much better start jumping out 12-3 in the first five minutes. But Magnus settled down and cut the margin to 14-11 by the end of the opening period.
Then the Falcons roared out in front in the second quarter, forcing the Warriors to lean heavily on its defense to stay close while it struggled for baskets. Magnus had all the momentum, though. Liverpool only had eight points the rest of the half after that 12-3 start and found itself staring at a 32-20 halftime deficit.
Falcons forward Julia Scott led her team’s decisive push. Of the 21 points Magnus scored in the second quarter Scott had 14 of them, and she wasn’t done.
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The 82nd annual Central Ny scottish Games will take place on saturday, Aug. 9, at Long Branch Park; cnyscottishgames.org.
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Catherine E. witkowski, 71 wife, mother, grandmother
Catherine Elizabeth Witkowski, age 71, “Kay” to friends and family, passed away in Syracuse after a short illness on March 15, 2025. Kay was born in Syracuse to Ronnie and Paul FitzPatrick on Nov. 9, 1953, and spent most of her life in Marcellus and Tully, N.Y. She was an incredible wife of 50 years to her husband Rick, an amazing mother to her children Dave (Liz), Bess (Corey), Matt (Amanda), and Josh (Sally). And she thrived as a grandmother to Bryn, Cohen, Abby and Hannah. Being a grandmother was a true calling.
Kay is also survived by her brother Gan-
Harriet A. delavan, 84
Talented musician, writer
Harriet (“Holly”) Anne Delavan, age 84, of Skaneateles, passed away peacefully on March 7, 2025, at Heritage Memory Life Community in Syracuse. She was born in Syracuse on July 21, 1940, and grew up in Skaneateles. After graduating from Skaneateles Central School, she went on to complete studies at Wheaton College in Norton, MA, and attained her Master of Arts degree in music theory at McGill University’s Schulich School in Montreal, Canada. Holly continued to live in Montreal for several years where she taught English as a foreign language at Dawson College to nonEnglish-speaking students. She also continued to pursue her interest in music, composing and recording several pieces including “Oh Wondrous Night,” a Christmas carol, and songs about some of the issues she felt passionate about, including a child’s right to life and stopping women’s abuse.
One of her close friends said, “There was a lot of power in Holly’s lyrics and music. Her work was bold yet polite.”
When she was just out of college, she got a job entertaining customers in a tavern in the New Hampshire’s White Mountains, where she sat on a stool playing her guitar and singing. Many of these songs had been written by Holly, including her sister’s favorite, “Run River Run.” Later, while living in Beaufort, SC, captivated by the moods of the sea and the marshes, she wrote and recorded “Carolina Morning.” It was played on local radio stations and she had hopes it could become the state song.
Moving to Syracuse, she worked at the Rescue Mission for 17 years. Here she put her skills to use teaching residents what they needed to know in order to attain their GED certifications. She also worked at Laubach Lit-
non, her sisters Monica (Dominick), Barbara (Ted), and Jackie (Jim) and so many beloved nieces, nephews and in-laws. The FitzPatricks of Marcellus are impossible to ignore, and Kay was no different.
To know Kay was to know she was a force of nature. Her generosity to her family and friends, to her church and politics, to anything she held dear was something to behold. Kay was continually curious, a constant reader eager to
eracy International, helping students to build their reading proficiency. However, Holly was not satisfied with the text books available as she felt the students could not relate well to the language examples so she wrote her own text book to use in her classes.
Holly was quite imaginative and claimed to be an introvert, yet her sunny disposition and outreach to those in need underscored her love of people. Some often described her as a true angel. As a child she could spend hours by herself sitting on her bed under a sheet conjuring up her adventures with Gene (Autry). During high school summer vacation, she travelled to the Jura Mountains in France where she taught English to French-speaking children. On the way while sitting in the airport, she was so absorbed in the book she was reading, she missed her flight.
She was also a prolific writer and wrote down her thoughts and activities daily on lined paper in loose leaf binders. Moving from her house to a smaller apartment, her family packed up dozens of these binders, all neatly dated and organized, all written in her free flowing cursive in impeccable grammar and beautiful prose. Her children’s poems were made into a book and other poems and stories were published in a variety of publications. As a travel writer, she visited places like Tanzania and South America, where she wrote articles for a national travel magazine.
She cared deeply about humanity and put her heart and energy into her causes including manning the Pro Life booth at the New York State Fair, travelling to Washington D.C. several times to march in the Pro Life movement and spreading the word about Jesus Christ wherever she went. Throughout all her work she delivered her views with a gentle spirit and firm conviction. She believed in giving generously to her church and to those in need.
One close friend recalls, “When I was at the
know and understand more about the world.
Likewise, she was all in when it came to gatherings of loved ones. She hosted Christmases, Thanksgivings and July 4th celebrations that would fill the house to bursting. And even then, there was always room for one more. She taught compassion by example.
Growing up in Marcellus, Kay graduated a Marcellus Mustang, where she met her high school sweetheart and devoted husband Rick. She was a devout Syracuse basketball fan, and her family has dozens of gifted SU T-shirts and hoodies to show for it. Kay once wrote a letter of support to Jim Boeheim after a disappointing tournament loss. He responded with a kind letter, a signed basketball and the knowledge he had
lowest point of my life, Holly saved my life by taking care of my debts as well as directing me to a program that helped disabled people like me.” This friend adds, “I met Holly on a bus travelling to Washington for the Pro Life march. We talked all the way. Six hours. We became good friends. Every year I would take her to the Montezuma National Wildlife Refuge on her birthday. She loved it. She loved the quiet…hearing the grasses…the birds…God’s picture show.”
While living in Syracuse, she became a member of the Psalms 19 Anglican Church where she headed up the vestry. She sang in the Schola Cantorum and in the choir at the St. James Episcopal Church in Skaneateles. To the day she left this earth, her voice was strong and beautiful.
After selling her home in Syracuse, she moved into the Manor in Skaneateles. While in her home town, she loved walking. She walked into town, petted every dog she encountered and often stopped to rest in the quiet of St.
read it to the team after the loss. Kay’s instinct to be a Mom extended to the Orange as well. Family and friends were welcome to attend a calling hour Thursday, March 20 from 10-11 a.m., and a funeral mass which followed at 11 a.m., live streamed at: allsaintssyracuse.org , to celebrate and remember Kay, both held at All Saints Church, 1340 Lancaster Ave. in Syracuse. Fittingly around the block from the former Manley Field house, home of the Orange. Donations in lieu of flowers, can be made to All Saints Church, 1342 Lancaster Ave., Syracuse, NY 13210. Ryan Funeral Home, Marcellus has arrangements.
James Church or on a bench near the lake. Always centered on her relationship with Jesus Christ and God, she read the Bible every day, and never stopped trying to convince others to join the fellowship of Christ. She gave huge hugs and much joy wherever she went. She is no doubt still doing this. Holly is survived by her sister, Katharine “Kathie” Powell and her husband, Tom; her brother, Bill Delavan and his wife, Terry; nephews, Douglas Pinckney (Georgina), Christopher Pinckney (Cathy) and Michael Pinckney (Jessica) and grand nieces and nephews Douglas III, Madison, William, Charles, Noelle, Kaeden, Ryland, Philip (Spencer Ross) and Allison.
In lieu of flowers donations can be given to The Church of the Holy Trinity, 4876 Onondaga St, Syracuse, NY, 13215 where a Memorial Tribute to Holly will be held Friday, April 25 from 11 a.m. – 1 p.m. For more information: mathewsonforani.com
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Prepare for spring
Despite some lingering signs of winter, by the calendar we are in spring and likely the warmer weather and brighter days of the season are not so far off.
As spring approaches there are often things we do to prepare for the new season. Whether it is a bit of spring cleaning, some repairs or maintenance around the house or out in the yard, there are likely things many of us will be doing to get in the swing of things for spring and summer.
This time of year, the Outdoor Power Equipment Institute (OPEI), an international trade association representing outdoor power equipment, small engine, utility vehicle, golf car and personal transport vehicle manufacturers and suppliers, reminds homeowners to keep safety in mind.
“Before you use a mower, trimmer, blower, power washer, chainsaw, pruner, portable generator or other piece of outdoor power equipment this season, it’s important to be up to date on handling and safety procedures,” said Kris Kiser, president and CEO of OPEI. “We’re all eager to get outside and enjoy our yards, but you also need to take the time to do maintenance to ensure your equipment operates safely for the season and is ready to get the job done.”
The organization shared some tips to help people prepare for spring and make sure there outdoor equipment is safe and working properly.
OPEI, recommends that you read your owner’s manual. Follow all guidelines for your outdoor power equipment and familiarize yourself with the controls. Review how to shut on, shut off, and use the equipment safely. If you have lost your manual, look it up online and save a copy on your computer for easy reference in the future. Inspect equipment. Check the air filter, oil level and the gasoline tank. Also check for loose belts and missing or damaged parts. Ensure all safety guards are in place. Replace any parts needed or take your equipment to a qualified service representative for servicing. If using electric equipment that relies on power cords, make sure cords are in good condition and not damaged.
Protect your power by only using E10 or less fuel in gasoline-powered outdoor power equipment. With today’s higher ethanol content fuels, most manufacturers are recommending a fuel stabilizer be used, especially if you don’t use up all the gas purchased right away. Some gas stations may offer 15 percent ethanol (E15) gas or higher ethanol fuel blends, but any fuel containing more than 10 percent ethanol can damage, and is illegal to use, in small engine equipment not designed for it. Store fuel safely. Label your fuel can with the date of purchase and ethanol content of the fuel. Never put “old” gas in your outdoor power equipment. If you don’t know the date of purchase, dispose safely of the fuel in the can and buy fresh fuel. Always store fuel out of the reach of children or pets and in approved containers. You should never leave fuel sitting in the gas tank of your equipment for more than 30 days as it may cause starting or running problems or damage.
For battery-powered equipment, recharge your equipment only with the charger specified by the manufacturer. A charger that is suitable for one type of battery pack may create a risk of fire when used with another battery pack. Follow all charging instructions. Do not charge the battery pack or tool outside the temperature range specified in the instructions.
Store batteries safely. When the battery pack is not in use, keep it away from other metal objects, like paper clips, coins, keys, nails, screws or other small metal objects, that can make a connection from one terminal to another. Shorting the battery terminals together may cause burns or a fire.
Clean your equipment and store it in a dry place. Remove any dirt, oil or grass. Clean equipment will run more efficiently and last longer. Never store your equipment in a place that is damp or wet.
Always keep kids and pets away when operating outdoor power equipment.
To learn more, go to opei.org. For information on safe fueling, see LookBeforeYouPump.com
GETTiNG LOsT iN TrANsLATiON
I had fallen asleep in front of the TV when the sound of the doorbell awakened me. Fuzzy headed and a bit dizzy, I made my way to the front door where the person who was delivering my groceries stood waiting.
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He had a rather pained look on his face. I thought, “How long has he been waiting?”
After all, I was asleep and the doorbell isn’t that loud. He could have been there for a bit. Or was it my wild hair which was greatly in need of professional care? Had he stumbled into a house of horrors?
I smiled as I opened the door. Smiles are often remedies for frightening appearances. At least I hoped that to be true.
The delivery man had one of those electronic devices to capture a signature. But he moved away as I reached out to grab the pen to sign.
The first thing I thought was, “Wow, I really should have checked the mirror before answering the door.”
Clutching the device close to his chest, he then said what I thought was something about “hiding.” I repeated what I thought he said, and he moved even further away and asked another question.
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I thought he said, “You need eyeliner.”
That made no sense .. or did it?
Obviously that was not what he was saying. What is going on here?
Ah, I thought. He is speaking another language. I tried Spanish. That had worked before with another driver.
“Que deseas?”
His response was, well, I guess, annoyed would be a good choice or maybe frustrated would be more appropriate. How else to communicate? Well, I don’t think he is speaking French or Latin and besides I couldn’t remember how you ask what do you want in those languages anyway.
At this point my ability to understand what was going on had diminished to desperation.
Finally, I gave up and confessed that I didn’t understand him. A light seemed to go off on his face. He reached into his pocket, took out his wallet opened it to his license and, taking a deep breath, asked me for my ID”
“You want my driver’s license?” Smiles all around then.
As I fished for my license, I asked him
Rebirth and renewal
thrive on Opening Day
Nothing is as rejuvenating as a baseball’s Opening Day!
No matter where the home team finished last fall, hope springs eternal on Opening Day. Possibilities loom as limitless. It’s the start of a brand new season! Anything could happen.
The Syracuse Mets kick off their 2025 International League campaign on Friday, March 28 in Massachusetts against the Worcester Red Sox, but after three games there against the Sox, the minor-league Mets celebrate Opening Day at NBT Bank Stadium on Syracuse’s North Side at 2 p.m. Tuesday, April 1.
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That day the SyrMets will face the Scranton/Wilkes-Barre RailRiders, the top farm team of the locally popular New York Yankees. The first 1,500 fans through the gates that day will receive an Opening Day Trapper Hat courtesy of Gannon Pest Control.
Opening Weekend is jam-packed.
First, the 2025 Magnet Schedule Giveaway will be on Friday, April 4, presented by Nissan. Then, on Saturday, April 5, competitive-eating champ Joey Chestnut will be a guest at the ballpark, meeting with fans and participating in a postgame boneless wing-eating contest. The weekend concludes with Syracuse E.R.A.s Day on Sunday, April 6, featuring DJ Swiftie, with the first 1,000 fans receiving a special Friendship Bracelet Jersey.
Coached by third-year Manager Dick Scott, this season’s SyrMets feature pitcher Justin Hangenman, lefty Kevin Herget, infielder Jared Young and outfielder Alex Ramirez.
Ticket prices range from $21 to $45, and parking cost $7. NBT Bank Stadium accepts credit cards only both for parking and concessions; SyracuseMets.com; 315-474-7833.
BTW, the Syracuse Mets are helmed by General Manager Jason Smorol, who lives in Liverpool.
Crunch recall Canal Mules
The Syracuse Crunch will continue to honor the significant role the Erie Canal had in shaping the city of Syracuse by rebranding itself as the “Syracuse Canal Mules” for one night on Saturday, March 29 when the team hosts the Rochester Americans at 7 p.m. at the Upstate Medical University Arena at the War Memorial, down city.
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The Canal Mules rebrand night pays homage to the first-known beer league hockey team that skated on the Erie Canal. That team was comprised of workers from Syracuse’s massive Greenway Brewery from 1916 to 1920.
Built between 1817 and 1825, the original Erie Canal was a 363-mile artificial waterway from Albany to Buffalo. Barges were pulled from city to city by mules walking along the canal’s towpaths. A hybrid cross between horses and donkeys, mules are intelligent and tough working animals.
The original Syracuse Canal Mules would play on the Erie Canal during prohibition and were known to bring homebrewed beverages to these pick-up affairs. The Crunch first honored the Canal Mules last season.
specialty jerseys
During the March 29 game, the Crunch will wear specialty jerseys featuring the unique Canal Mules logo. The jerseys have a cream-colored body with thick blue stripes across the shoulders and along the bottom. The arms are blue with two cream stripes on the elbows.
Throughout the night, fans can visit Memorial Hall where both the Erie Canal Museum and the Erie Canalway National Heritage Corridor will be represented. Exclusive Canal Mules merchandise will be available at the merchandise stand located behind Section 105.
Speaking of local brews, Talking Cursive Brewery has created a “Canal Mule Fuel” that will be available in cans that night at the Upstate Medical University Arena. Talking Cursive is located on the same downtown block that Greenway Brewery took up when it opened 1852.
Tickets for Syracuse Canal Mules Night are on sale now for $40.75 and for $42.80 at syracusecrunch.com/eriecanal
Last word
“Opening day. All you have to do is say the words and you feel the shutters thrown wide, the room air out, the light pour in. In baseball, no other day is so pure with possibility. No scores yet, no losses, no blame nor disappointment. No hangover, at least until the game’s over ” --Chicago Tribune columnist Mary Schmich
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where he was from originally. I think he said Andorra or Albuquerque I wasn’t sure which. I didn’t want to press my luck any further, so, after verifying myself and signing, I thanked the gentleman and began to bring the groceries in.
Gosh, how brave that guy is to take this kind of job where you have to speak in what is a foreign language. It would be like asking me to teach physics. While I might know the moving parts, I certainly would not be competent in putting them together.
Barriers to communication lie in poor preparation, duplicity, hidden agendas and the misunderstandings of language. Just waking up doesn’t make you understand clearly either. Whether it’s the delivery guy or the heavily accented customer service representative trying to tell me how to return an item to a subcontractor for Amazon, it is probably a better strategy to hire personnel whose accents don’t require closed captioning.
Ann Ferro is a mother, a grandmother and a retired social studies teacher. While still figuring out what she wants to be when she grows up, she lives in Marcellus with lots of books, a spouse and a large orange cat.
MLB, Dodgers vs. everyone
Shohei Ohtani returned home last week. It sure got noticed.
More than 42,000 jammed into the Tokyo Dome, mostly to watch baseball’s only 50-50 man take his at-bats over two games while paying enough attention to the other Japanese stars on hand, too. Oh, the Chicago Cubs were there, too. Such is Major League Baseball going into the 2025 season. There’s a championship behemoth in Dodger Blue and 29 others in partial or complete states of disrepair trying to get close to the denizens of Chavez Ravine. There’s a literal case of physical damage in St. Petersburg where a hurricane took out the roof which hosted the Tampa Bay Rays. Now they’re in the Yankees’ spring training park across the bay, and across the country the A’s who once played in Oakland have their own minor-league stopover in Sacramento on their eventual way to Vegas.
Overcoming this and contending is easier in an American League without the Dodgers to worry about. In the East the Yankees don’t have their Cy Younga ace (Gerrit Cole) sidelined by Tommy John surgery, the Blue Jays are on borrowed time with Vlad Guerrero Jr., the Orioles still lack an ace and the Red Sox are still developing its deep farm system.
Where the A’s reside in the West there’s two recent champions in Lone Star land, with the Astros trying to hold back the passage of time and the Rangers hoping that everyone doesn’t get hurt again. Seattle still can’t hit enough to back up its tremendous rotation and the Angels still haven’t given Mike Trout a true supporting cast or good injury luck.
Once a punch line, the AL Central now goes four-deep with real contenders. Detroit and Kansas City are ascendant with young stars and room to still grow. Minnesota just needs full seasons someday from its core of stars and, oh yeah, didn’t Cleveland get to the ALCS a season ago? Then again, there’s the White Sox, fresh off a ghastly 121loss nightmare – the less said, the better.
Imagine life in the National League West with the Dodgers as the looming shadow. San Diego nearly conquered it two post-seasons straight and paid quite a price for it. Arizona is set for a serious challenge and would thrive in a different division. Same with San Francisco. Don’t even ask about Colorado.
No one in the NL Central should make the Dodgers worry too much. They’ve already dismissed the improved Cubs two straight and Milwaukee, good as it does with its resources, will never have obscene wealth. They’re flat-out starting over in St. Louis, still in the midst of doing so in Cincinnati and are sick and tired of it in Pittsburgh with Paul Skenes around.
Okay, so maybe the Mets, armed with Juan Soto, or the Phillies, with a championship window closing, or the Braves returning Ronald Acuna and Spencer Strider, make the Dodgers worry come October. They’ll run over an NL East where Washington still is young and the Marlins’ situation is even more unspeakable than others, which is saying a lot. Add it all up and it’s about 20 to 25 teams who cannot possibly dream of keeping up with the Dodgers, an ongoing indictment of an economic system badly skewed toward the few despite luxury taxes. It’s easy to say all owners should spend, but not all owners have bottomless revenue
Livin’ in Liverpool
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Random Thoughts
Phil blackwell
Cicero needs a full time supervisor
To the editor:
I have just finished reading Ari Liberman’s letter, “Cicero candidate: Other supervisors held down day jobs; I can too”(March 17, 2025 Syracuse Post Standard) which was a retort to a previous letter sent by former Cicero Supervisors Chet Dudzinski and Judy Boyke, who both support a full-time supervisor for Cicero.
The job of supervisor in any town requires a great deal of time and energy if the residents are to be properly served. Questions about projects, contracts, and infrastructure need to be addressed as they arise. They can’t wait until someone can take time off from his other job to attend to the matters at hand. Part-time work delivers part-time results. This isn’t what the Town of Cicero deserves.
I’m sure that Mr. Liberman believes he can handle being athletic director of the Liverpool School District while simultaneously running the growing, vibrant town of Cicero, but I do not. In his letter, Mr. Liberman believes that if he wins the supervisor race (after a likely primary with current Supervisor Mike Aregano and a November general election), that other officials in Cicero Town Hall can cover for him. This is just an excuse to admit that he’s not going to be available when needed. In his letter, Mr. Liberman states that he could make himself available for crucial meetings with developers “when necessary.” Does this mean that Cicero gets short shrift when Mr. Lieberman is in his Liverpool office trying to reschedule basketball games or dealing with sports officials? Is the Town of Cicero “necessary” to Mr. Lieberman? Or is it secondary to the job he holds in Liverpool?
Cicero needs a supervisor who is dedicated to the task of helping to shepherd our town through the challenges that face us, like the Comprehensive Plan, Rte. 81 reconstruction , and coming of Micron. I fully agree with former Supervisors Dudzinski and Boyke. We need a fulltime Supervisor, not a part-time guest.
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Of course this could lead to conflict in a year or two. There’s been relative peace for 30 years since the aborted 1994 season, but the old conflict between management who wants some kind of salary cap and a union which will oppose it could return to our radar.
The cliché in baseball says that everyone in spring has optimism and everyone starts out in first place. But that seems silly and naive now, even though the playoffs have grown to 12 teams and the anything-can-happen nature of a short series remains for those who get there.
So what do we do for six months? Take note of, and celebrate, every little surprise and quirk the long season can throw at us, and maybe wish for an absurd ALCS where the A’s and Rays square off in two stadiums that combined don’t sit 30,000, a long way from the royalty entrenching itself out in Los Angeles.
Phil Blackwell is sports editor at Eagle News. He can be reached at pblackwell@ eaglenewsonline.com.
MOyErs COrNErs – PArT 2
After the last article that came out on the Moyers Corners on March 12
Earleen DeRycke reached out to me with being a faithful reader of these articles and wanted to share some pictures she had on the Moyer family who lived in the area.
With all my years of passing through Moyers Corners, I always wondered what the Moyers actually looked like. Now we do, thanks to DeRycke.
According to the 1874 Clay map shown here, there were two Moyers living at opposite corners of the intersection. In the last article of “Moyers Corners” Keith Fryer said he thinks that both houses were identical, but unfortunately the other house was torn down to make way for the shopping plaza that is there today. This speculation is why the corners were named after the Moyers, with more than one Moyer living within very close proximity to each other.
DeRycke claims that in the standing house today was owned by Jacob H Moyers. A relative of DeRycke by the last name of Melvin claims that Jacob H. Moyer carved his initials inside the archway on the first floor. DeRycke never saw this carving but this story was passed down to her.
DeRycke is related to the first Moyers in the area through five generations. Jacob H Moyer and his wife Margaret are DeRycke’s great-grandfather and grandmother. Also pictured are her other great-grandmother and grandfather Maria Moyer Williams and Horace Williams.
Also in DeRycke’s family line is Josephine Williams Lory, Charles Lory and her mother Ethel M. Lory Loura.
It’s is believed that Abram and Martha Moyer lived in the present house and then the house was sold to the Fryers in the 1920s. Abram Moyer lived until November 1919.
For more information, suggestions or article requests, please visit the Clay Historical Association’s Google page. Any questions can be directed to historian@townofclay.org. The Clay Historical Association meets on the second Wednesday of every month at 6:30 p.m. at the Clay Historical Park. Those interested in attending, inviting others to join, or sharing any historical photographs are encouraged to reach out.
The pictures show Jacob H Moyer and his wife Margaret, Abram and Martha Moyer and Horace and Maria Moyer williams.
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Garron P. snyder
landscape architect, educator
Garron “Gary” P. Snyder of Skaneateles passed away Monday, March 17, 2025, in Auburn Community Hospital surrounded by his loving family. Gary met his soulmate Patricia in 1983, and they combined their families from previous marriages which included Allison Teachout (John), Nathan Snyder, Molly Elliott (Thomas), and Peter Woods. Gary is also survived by his sister Beverly Goodelle; eight grandchildren Alexis, Kyle and Megan Teachout, Parker Lardeo, Sarah and Tommy Elliot and Joseph and Mia Woods; and several nieces, nephews and cousins. Also part of the family were their Australian Shepherds, Mate, Rowdy, Ms. Shane, Chance and Girl.
In addition to his parents, Raymond M.
and Eleanor Sweet Snyder, Gary was predeceased by his wife Patricia O’Neill Snyder; and daughter Amy Woods. Born in Wayland, N.Y., Gary was a graduate of LaFayette Central High School, Class of 1961. He received a Bachelor of Landscape Architecture degree from the College of Forestry in 1965 and was named the “Outstanding Senior in Landscape Architecture” and received a Master of Science degree from SUNY College of Environmental Science and Forestry in 1982. His employment over his 52-year career
When will you know it’s time to buy golf clubs?
I believe the best time to buy golf clubs is… ”When you are ready”! at’s easy for you to say Pronoun, but how about those of us who only play golf 1-2 times a month and are not convinced we are good enough to play in a league or, in a few tournaments a year? My answer is the same…you will buy golf clubs… ”when you are ready”! Do you remember why you purchased the car you are currently driving? How about why you bought the ring or necklace for your signi cant other? Or why you decided to replace your entire wardrobe because your clothes didn’t t anymore. You would not have made the decision to acquire those items unless, it was necessary and…”you were ready”. e same logic applies to your spending habits and relationship with golf. If it’s not time, you simply “aren’t ready” yet. at’s ne.
For those of you who are “READY”, let’s make sure you don’t just go buy clubs without being brutally honest with yourself when answering the following questions:
1. What do you expect the new clubs will do for you that the old ones didn’t?
Is it because you want to make a commitment to be a better player this year because of your poor play last season? Or maybe because you won some money at the Casino and you want “new toys” to play with? Whatever your reason, it should be upright and principled.
2. How much are you prepared to pay for clubs?
Everybody has a limit. What is yours? If you are interested in buying new irons, you can expect to pay “approximately” $800 to $1,500 for a decent set of clubs manufactured by a brand name company. You can also buy “new” clubs that are last years model at a 20-25% discount. A third option would be to purchase new clubs from “Direct to Consumer” (DTC) brands from $500-$800. ere are a few DTC companies that have high quality
3. What would you say is the worst part of your golf game? What new clubs might help you improve the most this season?
Is it your irons, driver, putter, wedges, fairway woods or hybrids? Do you really “need” them or simply “want” them?
4. What iron classi cation or grouping category would bene t you the most? Blades? Players Irons? Players Distance Irons? Game improvement Irons?…or…Super Game Improvement Irons? Each category has its own skill requirements based on your handicap. PGA Tour players and elite amateurs usually play blades and players irons. Amateur golfers with handicaps between 4-14 can handle players distance irons and anyone 15 or above usually play game improvement or super game improvement irons.
5. Are you playing with the correct driver? Do you need more distance or accuracy? More spin or less spin?
6. Should you play with 1, 2, 3 or 4 wedges?
7. Do you push or pull most of your putts?
Should you use a blade putter, mallet, long putter or center sha ed (blade or mallet) putter?
8. Are you using the correct size grips (small, regular, midsize or jumbo) on your clubs and the correct glove size (small regular, medium large, large or extra large) on your hand?
9. Do you need to play golf balls with more spin or less spin to complement your swing speed? So or rm?
If you don’t know the answers to the questions above, no problem. Ninety- ve percent of amateur golfers also don’t know. You can spend some time asking “Siri” and have some fun getting the answers or you can seek the advice of a CNY GOLF PROFESSIONAL or Certi ed Club Fitter. More important…When will you know it’s time to buy clubs? “When you’re ready”…of course. My best wishes to you, your family and friends for a wonderful 2025 golf season.
included working for the USDA National Forest Service in Escanaba, Michigan, the NYS Division of Architecture in Albany, N.Y., and Pederson, Hueber, Hares & Glavin, Duryea & Wilhelmi, and Env. Design & Research, all of Syracuse. Gary became a licensed landscape architect in 1972. He was self-employed from 1994 to his retirement as the firm of Env. & Site Planning Services, Skaneateles. Teaching at SUNY ESF, Cortland BOCES, University College, and Cayuga Community College, Auburn and Fulton campuses was also part of his career. Aside from his work and family, Gary loved to grow hostas, daylilies and peonies and had an avid interest in sports car racing, especially Shelby GT-350s and Cobras. He also loved the outdoors, hunting and fishing. He was a master instructor for the NYS Department of Environmental Conservation- having taught in over 80 sportsman education classes. He was a member, a director and past president of the Skaneateles
Ellen M. wilkinson, 79 worked at ibM
Ellen Marie Wilkinson passed away peacefully on March 16, 2025, at Syracuse Home at McHarrie Place in Baldwinsville.
Ellen was born in Baldwinsville on Dec. 15, 1945, and graduated from C.W. Baker High School and St. Lawrence University. She settled in Marietta, GA, where she built a successful career rising to the position of senior administrator to the CEO of IBM.
Rod and Gun Club, and member, past vicepresident and director of the Falcon Sportsmen Club and served for many years on the Town of Skaneateles Conservation Area Advisory Committee in many roles and started the annual kid’s fishing derby. He did the design work for the step system to Guppy Falls, the Rotary Club pavilion at Pavlus Pond and the deck along Gully Road. Gary had served as a councilman on the Skaneateles Town Board, the town of Pompey Planning Board and as a member of the Pompey Lions Club.
A graveside service was conducted at 11 a.m. Saturday, March 22, 2025 in St. Mary’s Cemetery, Jordan Road, Skaneateles. Arrangements are with White Chapel Funeral Home, Auburn. Contributions may be made in memory of Gary to the Skaneateles Rod and Gun Club, PO Box 108, Skaneateles, NY 13152.
To offer condolences, please visit whitechapelfh.com
In addition to her career, she derived great pleasure from countless hours volunteering and supporting many organizations including Boys and Girls Clubs of Metro Atlanta, Indian Hills Civic Association, East Cobb Civitans, and Friends of East Cobb Park. She also volunteered for many years at the Cobb Senior Services Center and at Eastvalley Elementary School, bringing her infectious enthusiasm, gifts, and talents to the elderly and young alike.
Ellen was preceded in death by her parents, Frederick and Virginia (MacLachlan) Wilkinson, and her sister and brother-in-law, Diane and Harold Nye. She is survived by her brother, Fredrick (Annette) of Berkley, CA, Virginia (Robert) Sisson of Syracuse, NY and Patricia Pomroy of Rochester, NY, and many nieces,
Hannelore Sheffield, 92, of Jordan, passed away Feb. 28, 2025. The Bush Funeral Home of Elbridge charge of arrangements.
Jacqueline P. Mineker, 83, of Syracuse, passed away March 8, 2025. Fergerson Funeral Home, North Syracuse, has arrangements.
Nora Susan Vincent, 57, of Weedsport, passed away March 8, 2025. The Bush Funeral Home of Elbridge has charge of the arrangements.
Bettie L. Baldwin, 90, of Camillus passed away March 9, 2025. The Bush Funeral Home of Elbridge has charge of arrangements.
nephews, and cousins. She was very important to many of her nieces and nephews. She was involved in their childhoods and had a great way of making them all feel special. They often referred to her as “Mrs. Santa Claus” during the holiday season.
Ellen’s cats and dogs were a big and important part of her life, and she spent many hours caring for her pets and feeding the wildlife in her backyard. When asked how many cats and dogs she had at any time, her answer was often “two” many. In addition to her animals, she thought of her neighbors on the Greenfield Trace cul-desac as family and always enjoyed organizing a party; she was affectionately referred to as “Miss Ellen.”
Family and friends are invited to calling hours on Thursday, April 3, 2025, from 3 to 5 p.m. at the Falardeau Funeral Home, 93 Downer St., Baldwinsville. A funeral service will follow at 5 p.m. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to East Cobb Park, 3322 Roswell Rd., Marietta, GA 30068. The family would like to thank Syracuse Home at McHarrie Place for the excellent care and comfort they provided to Ellen in her last few years.
Ian R. Ternosky, 26, of Elbridge, passed away March 11, 2025. The Bush Funeral Home of Elbridge has charge of arrangements.
Diane F. Ackerley, 56, of North Syracuse, passed away on Friday, March 14, 2025. Fergerson Funeral Home, North Syracuse, has arrangements.
Biruta L. Baum, 100, passed away March 10, 2025. Fergerson Funeral Home, North Syracuse, has arrangements.
Mary M. Hunter, 86, of Liverpool, passed away March 15, 2025. Fergerson Funeral Home, North Syracuse, has arrangements.
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DEATH NOTICES
The trees of North syracuse
By TOM HOwArd
The village of North Syracuse is blessed with two old growth oak groves. The Wizard of Oz Memorial Oak Grove at North Syracuse Junior High School and the North Syracuse Cemetery Oak Grove are the only two known lowland old growth oak forests in upstate New York.
It is fitting that, on Arbor Day, which is celebrated on April 25, a tree will be planted in recognition of the 100th anniversary of North Syracuse.
North Syracuse is possibly the only village in the U.S. with two old growth forests in its midst. Old growth forests are the rarest forests in our region; these forests date to before the first European-Americans settled this area in the early 1800s. Some of the large old trees of the Wizard of Oz Memorial Oak Grove have been alive since the 1700s, and the oldest trees of the North Syracuse Cemetery Oak Grove have possibly been living since the 1600s.
North Syracuse has fine examples of three of the main forms of white oak – opengrown, partly open-grown, forest-grown.
I grew up in North Syracuse next to a wooded area with many white oaks. The oldest part of this wooded area, the old growth North Syracuse Cemetery Oak Grove, survives today, but some of the big open-grown white oaks at the edge of the woods are gone. I remember one magically old gnarled tree at the edge of a field surrounded by young white pines and by a sassafras grove. This tree could have been over 300 years old, but there is no way of knowing how old it was –it was hollow, and is now long gone.
In the North Syracuse Cemetery Oak Grove and the Wizard of Oz Memorial Oak Grove, the old forest-grown form of white oak reaches the finest level of development in this region. The white oaks in the Wizard of Oz Oak Grove are between 150 and slightly over 200 years old, and up to 112 or more feet tall, but the densely packed, gnarly, forest grown white oaks of the North Syracuse Cemetery Oak Grove, are much older, possibly 300 or more years old.
Both oak groves are outstanding old growth examples of the White Oak-Black Oak Northern Red Oak Forest Association, a forest type rare in Central New York. The Wizard of Oz Memorial Oak Grove is the largest old oak forest known in Onondaga County. Dominant canopy trees are white oak, red oak, black oak, and red maple. Asso-
ciate trees include black cherry, black tupelo, sassafras, beech, black birch, yellow birch, and white pine. Tupelo, sassafras, and black oak are rare in central New York and are only common farther south.
The Wizard of Oz Memorial Oak Grove gets its name from a likely connection to L. Frank Baum, author of The Wonderful Wizard of Oz; Baum began his life as a writer at his beloved Rose Lawn estate in what is now Mattydale, knew the owner of the grove, had relatives in North Syracuse, and wrote about oak forests in his books. Although no site has been conclusively proven to be the original inspiration for L. Frank Baum’s Great Forest of Oz, the old growth oak groves in North Syracuse could be the likeliest candidates. North Syracuse is about one and a half miles north of where Rose Lawn used to be.
In Baum’s day the grove was considerably larger and covered most of the western part of Centerville (what North Syracuse was called before 1880). In his day the grove reached out to the Cicero Plank Road (today’s Route 11); in fact aerial photographs from as recently as 1951 show a large forest occupying much of the western part of North Syracuse. L. Frank Baum could look north from the part of his father’s property called “Baum’s Folly” (because of the huge size of his father’s barn – the site is the hill by Route 11 by the former Mattydale K-Mart) along the Plank Road to the great forest into which it looked like the road disappeared.
The other oak grove that has a possible connection to Baum is the North Syracuse Cemetery Oak Grove, a much smaller grove that covers about one acre to the east of the South Bay Road section of the North Syracuse Cemetery. It is an old growth forest with the same oak association as the Wizard of Oz Memorial Oak Grove, but the trees in the Cemetery Oak Grove are even older than in the Wizard of Oz Memorial Oak Grove; trees in the Cemetery Oak Grove have also been cored, and many of these oaks are estimated to be about 300 or more years old. The North Syracuse Cemetery Oak Grove’s oldest cored tree is a white oak estimated to be over 350 years old.
Detailed information about North Syracuse Cemetery Oak Grove is available upon request. L. Frank Baum knew of this grove as well as the much larger Wizard of Oz Memorial Oak Grove at North Syracuse Junior High School.
The Cemetery Oak Grove was roughly the same size in Baum’s time as it is today,
and in Baum’s time, as today, the large trees ringed an ancient vernal pond in the center of the grove. This setting closely corresponds to the magical Truth Pond in Baum’s 1909 book The Road to Oz. The North Syracuse Cemetery Association has owned the property since the 1920s, and previous owners (from John Beebe who settled near the grove in 1842) were farmers who most likely used the grove as a woodlot and as pasture for pigs.
Scars from an over 100-year-old fence can be found on many of the large oaks, and two trees have pieces of the barbed wire fence embedded in them. The site was never farmed because of poor drainage and the extremely low productivity of the soil.
The two old growth oak groves of North Syracuse are a rare living legacy of the
creation of L. Frank Baum’s world-famous Great Forest of Oz. The Wizard of Oz Memorial Oak Grove is on North Syracuse School District property, and is only open to the public when school is not in session.
There are no trails into the North
salina Library announces April events for adults, teens, children
For more information or to register for programs, visit salinalibrary.org or call 315-454-4524.
For Adults
Let’s Eat
Tuesday, April 1 at 6 p.m.
Create something with a muffin pan and bring it to the library with the recipe. Sample everyone’s offering and discuss. Registration required. Crafts for s eniors
Friday, April 4 at 11 a.m.
Craft and chat with other seniors. We’re decorating tiny gift boxes. For adults 50+. Community Bingo
Monday, April 14 at noon
Socialize and have fun playing bingo! Bring a new item under $5 for the prize table; it can be anything from a candy bar to a bar of soap. Use your imagination! For adults 18+. Registration is required.
Create Tuesday, April 15 at 6 p.m.
Create a greeting card; choose your sentiment. For adults 18+. Registration required.
s alina w riter’s Group
Wednesday, April 16 at 6:30 p.m.
Hone your writing skills. Facilitated by Debbie Stack, local author, editor, and TV scriptwriter. Get feedback and share questions and ideas. For adults 18+. Please register.
Very u s
Monday, April 23 at 6 p.m.
A safe place to gather with other LGBTQIA+ adults, ages 18+. Socialize, play games, and share crafts, skills, and interests. Bring a snack to share. Please register d ance Party
Friday, April 25 at 11 a.m.
Dance for an hour with your friends, or sit and enjoy the music and the company! For adults with disabilities 18+, along with a mentor or family member. Please register.
i n stitches
Monday, April 28 at 6 p.m.
Whether you like to knit, crochet, or do other needlework, it’s more fun to
do it together. Bring your projects and work while we chat.
Tech Help
Do you need help with your laptop or tablet, using email, downloading an eBook, or applying for jobs online? Tech help appointments are available for these topics and more. Appointments last up to 1 hour. Check the events calendar or call 315-454-4524 to register.
Games
Game d ay
Mondays at noon
Qwirkle, Farkle, Triominos, Rummikub, and more! Bring your games or play one of ours. For adults 18+.
Truth Be Told
Monday, April 7 at 6 p.m.
Play the party game Truth Be Told: the laugh-ou-loud, pretend to know your friends game. For adults 18+.
Registration required.
Jackbox Games
Monday, April 28 at 6 p.m.
Jackbox Games is best known for party games like Quiplash, Fibbage, Drawful, Trivia Murder Party, and more! Gather at the library to play lots of different games. You’ll need a smartphone to use as a controller. For adults 18+. Please register.
Mah Jongg
Tuesdays at noon | Want to learn mah jongg? Already know how to play? Join us for weekly play. National Mah Jongg rules. Not a tournament. For adults 18+.
Mah Jongg
Thursdays at noon | Are you an experienced player? Join us for weekly play. National Mah Jongg rules. Not a tournament. For adults 18+.
Book Clubs
Monday Mysteries
Monday, April 7 at 4 p.m.
A mystery lovers meet up! We’ll discuss An Elderly Lady is Up to No Good by Helene Turston. Please register. On the s ame Page: Aurora’s Café
Saturday, April 19 at 10:30 a.m.
Meet at Aurora’s Café in Northern
Lights. Tell us what books you’ve liked, or haven’t liked, lately. Learn about new books and enjoy a tasty treat, too! For adults 18+.
Tiny Book Club
Monday, April 21 at 5 p.m.
Don’t have time to read in your schedule? Join the tiny book club! All books are less than 200 pages and include fiction and nonfiction. This month we’re reading A Shining by Jon Fosse Page Turners Book Club
Tuesday, April 29 at 6:30 p.m.
Take part in our monthly discussion; new members are welcome! Our March title is The Lighthouse Keeper’s Daughter by Hazel Gaynor. Please register or use the Zoom link on the website events page.
True Tales: Nonfiction r eaders d iscussion Group
Wednesday, April 30 at 6 p.m.
Add your voice to our lively and engaging discussion of To End All Wars and American Midnight by Adam Hochschild. Please register.
F or children and teens
Early Learners story Time
Tuesday, April 1, 8, 15, 22 from 11 a.m. – noon
Make learning fun! Your child will learn early literacy and social skills with stories, rhymes, and songs. For ages 2-4 years old.
Toddlers Explore
Wednesday, April 2, 9, 16, 23, and 30 from 11 a.m. – noon
What do you do with a wiggly toddler? Bring them to the library for songs, stories, and activities to explore. For ages 1.5-3 years old. s alina Teen w arriors
Tuesday, April 8 from 4:30-5:30 p.m.
Teens, pick up an application at the front desk to join our Teen Advisory Group. Help brainstorm and create activities for the library.
Lego Club
Wednesday, April 9 from 4-5 p.m.
Do you love Legos? Join us as we build, build, build! For ages 5-12.
Pajama story Time
Thursday, April 10 from 6-7 p.m.
Children ages 3-6, wear your comfiest pajamas for a special night-time story time and craft.
Teens s ilent Book Club
Thursday, April 24 from 6-7:30 p.m.
Read whatever you want- print books, eBooks, audiobooks, comic books. Bring a book or pick one from the library. Settle in and read silently. Snacks provided. There will be time to socialize – or just hang out and read.
Friday Crafternoon
Friday, April 25 from 3:30-4:30 p.m. Families can drop in for crafting fun. For children ages 4-12. s pring Break Events for k ids and Teens
Gardening for k ids
Monday, April 14 from 3:30-4:30 p.m. Learn from a Master Gardener how to read a seed packet, look inside a seed, and begin growing a plant of your own! For ages 8-12. Please register. s ip ‘n’ Paint with Miss Nicole
Tuesday, April 15 from 3-4 p.m..
Create springtime artwork using watercolor paints and oil pastels, while sampling different types of root beer and ginger ale! For ages 7-12. Please register.
Chocolate Games 2: s pring Fever
Wednesday, April 16 from 2-3:30 p.m.
Last summer’s Chocolate Games return with new games! Will our reigning champions be overthrown, or will a new roster take their place? For teens in grades 6-12. Please register.
Melted Crayon Art
Thursday, April 17 from 6-7:30 p.m. Teens in grades 6-12 can learn to make artwork with melted crayons. Please register.
Play d ough Playtime Friday, April 18 from 2-3 p.m. Time to squish, mold, and create with play dough! Families of all ages are invited to stop in to learn how to make dough and stay and play at one of our play dough stations! Please register.
Submitted photoS From tom hoWard
TOP: Old Pine Big Hemlock in 1967; CENTEr: stop 6 Fay road (now Taft road) BOTTOM: wizard of Oz Oak Grove from south west.
students honored by ELA Honor society
Four students from Morgan Road Middle recently were honored by the ELA Honor Society as part of the organization’s winter awards.
MRM eighth grader Addyson Gaudet was named one of four winners of the Winter Creative Challenge.
Gaudet created a book bento - a visually appealing, flat-lay photograph that showcases a book surrounded by carefully arranged objects related to its themes, characters, setting or mood – that highlighted the young adult fantasy novel, “Throne of Glass,” by Sarah J Maas.
In addition, MRM eighth graders Leah Jackstadt, Kaylee Hepburn and Jack Schlegel were honored as part of the ELA Honor Society’s T-Shirt Design Competition.
Jackstadt’s design received first place honors, and will be reproduced by the ELA Honor Society. Hepburn earned second place honors and Schlegel earned third place honors.
Students were tasked with designing a T-shirt that includes an ELA Honor Society mascot for 2024-2025. The T-shirt design was required to include literary references. Student members had to think carefully about their design and provide a written justification for it.
All four students are members of MRM’s The Edgar and Abe Chapter of the ELA Honor Society.
The ELA Honor Society, a national organization, is a vibrant community of students and teachers, from all walks of life, united in their passion for the English Language Arts, and determined to do well.
CNS Northstars
Girls Lacrosse
March 29: Penfield, 10 a.m.
April 4: at Fairport, 7:45
April 11: at Notre Dame Academy (Massachusetts), 4 p.m.
April 12: at Wellesley (Massachusetts), 11 a.m.
April 15: at Liverpool, 1 p.m.
April 18: at Westhill, 11:30 a.m.
April 22: West Genesee, 7 p.m.
April 24: at Fayetteville-Manlius, 7 p.m.
April 25: Brighton, 7 p.m.
April 29: Baldwinsville, 7 p.m.
May 1: Liverpool, 7 p.m.
May 3: at South Jefferson, 11 a.m.
May 8: at West Genesee, 7 p.m.
May 10: at Victor, 11 a.m.
May 13: Fayetteville-Manlius, 7 p.m.
May 15: at Baldwinsville, 7 p.m.
Boys Lacrosse
March 29: Ballston Spa, noon
April 3: General Brown, 7 p.m.
April 5: at Indian River, 1 p.m.
April 10: at East Syracuse Minoa, 7 p.m.
April 15: Liverpool, 7 p.m.
April 19: at Johnson City, 1 p.m.
April 22: at West Genesee, 7 p.m.
April 24: Fayetteville-Manlius, 7 p.m.
April 29: at Baldwinsville, 7 p.m.
May 1: at Liverpool, 7 p.m.
May 3: at South Jefferson, 1 p.m.
May 8: West Genesee, 7 p.m.
May 10: Troy LaSalle, noon
May 13: at Fayetteville-Manlius, 7 p.m.
May 15: Baldwinsville, 7 p.m.
Softball
April 3: at Camden, 4:30 p.m.
April 5: at Fayetteville-Manlius, 4:30 p.m.
April 10: Liverpool (at Carrier Park), 5 p.m.
April 14-16: Games at Ripken Complex, Myrtle Beach, South Carolina)
April 19: at Chittenango, 11:45 a.m.
April 24: West Genesee, 4:30 p.m.
April 26: Averill Park, 11 a.m.
April 26: Victor, 1:30 p.m.
April 29: Baldwinsville, 4:30 p.m.
May 1: Liverpool, 4:30 p.m.
May 3-4: at Ace Morabito Tournament
May 9: Sandy Creek, 7 p.m.
May 13: a West Genesee, 4:30 p.m.
May 15: a Baldwinsville, 4:30 p.m.
May 19: Fayetteville-Manlius, 4:30 p.m.
Baseball
April 3: Syracuse City, 4:30 p.m.
April 9: CBA (at OCC), 4:30 p.m.
April 10: East Syracuse Minoa, 4:30 p.m.
April 15: Fairfax, Virginia (at Ripken Complex), 11 a.m.
April 19: at Westhill, 2 p.m.
April 22: at Fayetteville-Manlius, 5 p.m.
April 25: Rome Free Academy, 4:30 p.m.
April 28: Baldwinsville, 4:30 p.m.
April 29: Baldwinsville (at OCC), 5 p.m.
May 1: at Oswego, 4:30 p.m.
May 2: at Central Square, 4:30 p.m.
May 6: Fayetteville-Manlius (at NBT Bank Stadium), 6:30 p.m.
May 8: Fulton, 4:30 p.m.
May 9: at Jamesville-DeWitt, 4:30 p.m.
May 12: Liverpool, 4:30 p.m.
May 13: at Liverpool, 4:30 p.m.
May 17: Auburn, 1 p.m.
May 19: at West Genesee, 4:30 p.m.
May 20: West Genesee, 4:30 p.m.
May 22: Watertown, 4:30 p.m. Boys, Girls Track and Field
April 9: at Fayetteville-Manlius, 4:30 p.m.
April 16: at East Syracuse Minoa (w/ Baldwinsville, Central Square, West Genesee), noon
April 23: at East Syracuse Minoa, 4:30 p.m.
April 26: at Chittenango Invitational, 11 a.m.
April 30: Henninger (w/J-D, Nottingham, Auburn), 4:30 p.m.
May 7: Liverpool (w/Corcoran, Nottingham, Fulton), 4:30 p.m.
May 15: SCAC Championships at Baldwinsville, 4 p.m.
May 23: C-NS Invitational, 4:30 p.m.
May 28: Section III Class AA Championships, 4 p.m.
June 3-4: Section III State Qualifying Meet, 4 p.m.
June 13-14: NYSPHSAA
March
April
Submitted photo
Four students from Morgan road Middle recently were honored by the ELA Honor society as part of the organization’s winter awards. MrM eighth grader Addyson Gaudet was named one of four winners of the winter Creative Challenge, while eighth graders Leah Jackstadt, kaylee Hepburn and Jack schlegel were honored as part of the ELA Honor society’s T-shirt design Competition. Pictured, from left are ELA Honor society The Edgar and Abe Chapter advisor Bridget Colabello, schlegel, Jackstadt, Gaudet, Hepburn and ELA Honor society The Edgar and Abe Chapter advisor kristi Carroll.
April 8: Central Square, 7 p.m.
April 10: Syracuse Academy of Science, 6 p.m.
April 15: at Fayetteville-Manlius, noon
April 17: at Oneida, 6 p.m.
April 21: at Baldwinsville, 6:30 p.m.
April 23: Syracuse OnTech, 7 p.m.
April 26: Liverpool, 11 a.m.
April 28: at Sherburne-Earlville, 6 p.m.
May 2: at Syracuse East, 6 p.m.
May 6: Fayetteville-Manlius, 7 p.m.
May 9: Syracuse West, 7 p.m.
May 12: Baldwinsville, 7 p.m.
May 14: at Liverpool, 6 p.m.
Boys Tennis
April 9: at Fulton, 4:30 p.m.
April 10: at Auburn, 4:30 p.m.
April 11: at Jamesville-DeWitt, 4:30 p.m.
April 14: Oswego, 2 p.m.
April 21: at Baldwinsville, 4:30 p.m.
April 23: Liverpool, 4:30 p.m.
April 28: at Fayetteville-Manlius, 4:30 p.m.
April 30: Auburn, 4:30 p.m.
May 2: Central Square, 4:30 p.m.
May 5: at West Genesee, 4:30 p.m.
May 7: a Syracuse City, 4:30 p.m.
May 8: Skaneateles, 5 p.m.
May 9: East Syracuse Minoa, 4:30 p.m.
Girls Golf (Blue)
Home matches at Northern Pines Golf Course
April 9: West Genesee, 3:30 p.m.
April 11: at Baldwinsville (White), 3:30 p.m.
April 15: at Fayetteville-Manlius (Green), 3:30 p.m.
April 17: at Fayetteville-Manlius (White), 3:30 p.m.
April 22: at Baldwinsville (Red), 3:30 p.m.
April 24: Liverpool, 3:30 p.m.
April 28: C-NS Green, 3:30 p.m.
April 30: at West Genesee, 3:30 p.m.
May 2: Baldwinsville (White), 3:30 p.m.
May 9: Fayetteville-Manlius (White), 3:30 p.m.
May 12: Baldwinsville (Red), 3:30 p.m.
May 14: at Liverpool, 3:30 p.m.
May 15: at C-NS Green, 3:30 p.m.
Girls Golf (Green)
Home matches at Greens at Beaumont
April 9: at Liverpool, 3:30 p.m.
April 11: Fayetteville-Manlius (Green), 3:30 p.m.
April 15: at Fayetteville-Manlius (White), 3:30 p.m.
April 17: Baldwinsville (Red), 3:30 p.m.
April 22: West Genesee, 3:30 p.m.
April 25: at Baldwinsville (White), 3:30 p.m.
April 28: at C-NS Blue, 3:30 p.m.
April 30: Liverpool, 3:30 p.m.
May 2: at Fayetteville-Manlius (Green), 3:30 p.m.
May 7: Fayetteville-Manlius (White), 3:30 p.m.
May 8: at Baldwinsville (Red), 3:30 p.m.
May 12; at West Genesee, 3:30 p.m.
May 14: Baldwinsville (White), 3:30 p.m.
May 15: C-NS Blue, 3:30 p.m.
Liverpool Warriors
Boys Lacrosse
April 2: at Vestal, 5 p.m.
April 5: Saratoga Springs, 2:30 p.m.
April 8: at CBA, 7 p.m.
April 12: Bethlehem, 1 p.m.
April 15: Cicero-North Syracuse, 7 p.m.
April 17: West Genesee, 1 p.m.
April 19: Skaneateles, 1 p.m.
April 22: at Fayetteville-Manlius, 7 p.m.
April 24: Baldwinsville, 7 p.m.
April 26: Essex (Vermont), 10 a.m.
April 29: Auburn, 7 p.m.
May 1: Cicero-North Syracuse, 7 p.m.
May 6: at Wes Genesee, 7 p.m.
May 8: Fayetteville-Manlius, 7 p.m.
May 13: at Baldwinsville, 7 p.m.
May 17: Watertown, 1 p.m.
Girls Lacrosse
April 4: CBA, 7 p.m.
April 7: Clinton, 6:30 p.m.
April 9: at Indian River, 6:45 p.m.
April 12: Westhill, 11 a.m.
April 15: Cicero-North Syracuse, 1 p.m.
April 19: at West Genesee, noon
April 22: Fayetteville-Manlius, 7 p.m.
April 24: at Baldwinsville, 7 p.m.
April 26: Shenendehowa, noon
May 1: at Cicero-North Syracuse, 7 p.m.
May 3: Marcellus, 2 p.m.
May 6: West Genesee, 7 p.m.
May 8: at Fayetteville-Manlius, 7 p.m.
May 13: Baldwinsville, 7 p.m.
May 15: Jamesville-DeWitt, 6:30 p.m.
May 20: Fulton, 6:30 p.m.
Softball
April 5: Webster Schroeder (at Carrier Park),
time TBD
April 7: CBA, 4:30 p.m.
April 9: at New Hartford, 4:30 p.m.
April 10: Cicero-North Syracuse (at Carrier Park), 5 p.m.
April 14: at Chittenango, 11 a.m.
April 17: West Genesee (at Carrier Park), 11 a.m.
April 22: at Fayeteville-Manlius, 5 p.m.
April 24: Baldwinsville, 4:30 p.m.
April 26: Averill Park (at Gillette Road), 1:30 p.m.
April 26: Victor (at Gillette Road), 3:30 p.m.
May 1: at Cicero-North Syracuse, 4:30 p.m.
May 3: Shenendehowa (at Jamesville-DeWitt)
Lyndon Field, noon
May 7: at West Genesee, 4:30 p.m.
May 8: Fayetteville-Manlius, 4:30 p.m.
May 9: at Fairport (doubleheader), 5:30 p.m.
May 13: at Baldwinsville, 5 p.m.
May 15: at Rome Free Academy, 5 p.m.
Baseball
April 4: Auburn, 4:30 p.m.
April 7: Fayetteville-Manlius, 4:30 p.m.
April 10: Oswego, 4:30 p.m.
April 14-17: Trip to Myrtle Beach, South Carolina
April 21: Baldiwnsville, 4:30 p.m.
April 22: Baldwinsville (at OCC), 5 p.m.
April 24: Central Square, 4:30 p.m.
May 2: at Syracuse City, 4:30 p.m.
May 5: West Genesee, 4:30 p.m.
May 6: at West Genesee, 4:30 p.m.
May 8: at East Syracuse Minoa, 4:45 p.m.
May 12: at Cicero-North Syracuse, 4:30 p.m.
May 14: at Watertown, 5 p.m.
May 16: CBA, 4:30 p.m.
Boys, Girls Track and Field
April 9: at Henninger, 4:30 p.m.
April 16: at Jamesville-DeWitt (w/F-M, Fowler, Auburn), 4:30 p.m.
April 23: at West Genesee, 4:30 p.m.
April 26: at Chittenango Invitational, 11 a.m.
April 30: Baldwinsville (w/ESM, Oswego, Fowler), 4:30 p.m.
May 7: at Cicero-North Syracuse (w/Corcoran, Notingham, Fulton), 4:30 p.m.
May 15: SCAC Metro Championships at Baldwinsville, 5 p.m.
May 17: Liverpool Invitational, 7 p.m.
May 28: Section III Class AA Championships, 4 p.m.
kets early in the third quarter but could not make up ground.
Instead, Magnus stretched it out, led 53-34 at the end of the period and would close it out from there, Scott proving unstoppable on her way to 33 points and 22 rebounds. Cunningham produced 15 points, most of it from a trio of 3-pointers, while adding nine rebounds. Kohler also reached double figures with 11 points as Washington got nine points. Kinsey and Sleeth had six points apiece, Kinsey also picking up six rebounds.
Though Cunningham and Washington graduate, Liverpool is set to have Sleeth, Kinsey, Kohler and top reserve Lyric Noel back for 2025-26 and another push to win the last game of the last weekend.
June 3-4: Section III State Qualifying Meet, 4 p.m.
June 13-14: NYSPHSAA Championships at Middletown HS Flag Football
April 1: Baldwinsville, 6 p.m.
April 4: Syracuse OnTech, 6 p.m.
April 8: Syracuse East, 6 p.m.
April 10: at PSLA Fowler, 5 p.m.
April 15: at Sherburne-Earlville, 6 p.m.
April 17: at Fayetteville-Manlius, noon
April 23: at Oneida, noon
April 26: at Cicero-North Syracuse, 11 a.m.
April 28: at Central Square, 5 p.m.
April 30: Syracuse Academy of Science, 6 p.m.
May 2: at Baldwinsville, 5:30 p.m.
May 5: at Syracuse East, 6 p.m.
May 9: Fayetteville-Manlius, 6 p.m.
May 12: Syracuse West, 6 p.m.
May 14: Cicero-North Syracuse, 6 p.m.
Boys Tennis
April 3: at Auburn, 4:30 p.m.
April 16: at Baldwinsville, 4:30 p.m.
April 17: Central Square, 11 a.m.
April 21: at West Genesee, 4:30 p.m.
April 23: at Cicero-North Syracuse, 4:30 p.m.
April 25: East Syracuse Minoa, 4:30 p.m.
April 28: at Fulton, 4:30 p.m.
April 30: Oswego, 4:30 p.m.
May 2: at Syracuse City, 4:30 p.m.
May 5: Jamesville-DeWitt, 4:30 p.m.
May 7: at Fayetteville-Manlius, 4:30 p.m.
May 9: Auburn, 4:30 p.m.
Girls Golf
Home matches at Hickory Hills Golf Course
April 9: Cicero-North Syracuse (Green), 3:30 p.m.
April 11: at Baldwinsville (Red), 3:30 p.m.
April 15: West Genesee, 3:30 p.m.
April 18: at Baldwinsville (White), 3:30 p.m.
April 22: Fayetteville-Manlius (Green), 3:30 p.m.
April 24: at Cicero-North Syracuse (Blue), 3:30 p.m.
April 29: at Fayetteville-Manlius (White), 3:30 p.m.
April 30: at Cicero-North Syracuse (Green), 3:30 p.m.
May 2: Baldwinsville (Red), 3:30 p.m. May 7: at West Genesee, 3:30 p.m.
May 9: Baldwinsville (White), 3:30 p.m.
12: at Fayetteville-Manlius
