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“It has certainly been a fantastic year for creating power through solar panels.”

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Syracuse Nationals are this weekend

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he 13th annual Syracuse Nationals will be held Friday, July 20 through Sunday, July 22, at the New York State Fairgrounds. The three-day automotive extravaganza has become a tradition for thousands of classic car and truck owners and their families from all over the country. The event is open to hot rods, muscle cars, classics and customs manufactured in 1980 and before.

“American Muscle Sunday,” new to the event, will allow owners with vehicles newer than 1980 to display their specialty cars or trucks on Sunday.

John Schneider (“Bo Duke”) and Catherine Bach (“Daisy Duke”), the stars of “The Dukes of Hazzard,” one of the alltime smash hit TV programs of the 1970s and 80s, will meet fans and sign autographs and Dan Woods, host of the show “Chop Cut Rebuild” on the SPEED channel will meet fans Friday, July 20 and Saturday, July 21.

The Horticulture Building will be turned into a “million dollar garage” again this year, displaying 12 cars from across the country. The 12 cars total worth is more than $1 million and they represent the finest in metal shaping and car customization.

Also featured are regular events including a dinner dance set to start at 5 p.m. Saturday in the Empire Room; Artie’s Party featuring pinstripers’ panel jam; modified garden tractor pulls; lawn mower races; flame-throwing cars; a Mega-Truck show; old school drag races. More than 350 automotive-related vendors and manufacturers; a large Women’s World, consisting of dozens of non-automotive related vendors and exhibitors in the Art & Home Center; See Syracuse Nationals on page 10

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Chevy is now at Driver’s Village After more than a year of planning and a $1.5 million construction investment, the Burdick Chevrolet Grand Opening was held on Wednesday, April 25, at Driver’s Village.

General Motors VIPs and banking executives were on hand, along with members of the greater Syracuse business community. Driver’s Village, 5885 East Circle Drive in Cicero, is a world class transportation provider designed around 22 automotive retail franchises, aftermarket and service facilities plus dozens of businesses including shops, services, studios, a restaurant, catering, conference center and more. See sidebar at right.

The dinner program began in Pictured above top, Driver’s Village President Roger Burdick stands next to an ice the Carnegie Conference Center sculpture in the shape of the Chevrolet logo at the grand opening and, above, accepts See Burdick Chevrolet on page 2 a certificate of recognition from the CenterState Chamber Ambassadors.

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There’s lots to do at Driver’s Village Cicero Farmer’s Market

The mission of the Cicero Farmers’ Market is to provide an economic boost to the town of Cicero, as well as provide a gathering place for the residents. The Farmers’ Market will function as a center for commerce, community activities and socializing by creating a relaxed, congenial and open market atmosphere.

Located in the Driver’s Village parking lot between Burlington Coat Factory and Circle Drive. Under the direction and supervision of town of Cicero Parks & Recreation Department.

The Farmer’s Market will be open from 2 to 6:30 p.m. every Tuesday come rain or shine until the end of October.

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The 2012 Syracuse-Cicero Gus Macker 3rd Annual 3-on-3 Basketball Tournament will be held on Hogan Drive, between Driver’s Village and Price Chopper.

Dates are Aug. 11 and 12. Register at macker.com or for more event information contact 699-5233.

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The Onondaga County Saturday Seat Check & Safety Fair will be held from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 22 outdoors and inside Center Court.

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By Miranda L. Pennock The sun in Central New York has certainly made an appearance this year, and Greg and Cathy Hudson are taking advantage of its rays.

In the last two years, the Hudson family has doubled the size of their business — Hudson & Mowins on East Genesee Street — with the purchase of NAPA AutoCare Center on the adjacent property and invested in solar panels in an effort to use energy more efficiently.

“One of the biggest reasons [for installing the panels] was we took a couple steps back and looked at how much electricity we were using,” Greg said, adding that if there was a way to cut back, they should. “It has certainly been a fantastic year for creating power through solar panels.”

Just by switching out lighting fixtures, some of which had been in the building since the business opened in 1958, Hudson & Mowins electric bill was reduced by approximately 20 percent each month.

After seeing the savings from installing energy efficient fixtures, the couple opted to research additional means of going green and focused on solar energy.

Now, with the seven panels in use, Greg said the business’ National Grid bill for October and November 2011 was 75 percent less than the same months in 2010.

Along with a reduction on the monthly bill, the Hudsons receive government incentives for going green. Greg said monetary reimbursements have come partially in direct funding as well as tax credits.

Despite budget cuts, government programs encouraging renewable energy remain steadfast and intact.

“I’ve talked to a few people in the know

from the government [and] they have assured me that as important as it is to save money, it is more important to find alternate energy sources,” he said. “I can’t believe a business would not take advantage of this.”

Even though the panels are practically out of sight from the ground, Hudson & Mowins’ use of green technology isn’t hidden from the community by any means. A 24inch LCD monitor is set up in the waiting area where customers can see the amount of energy generated from the sun.

As of October Miranda L. Pennock of last year, the solar panels have generated 35 megawatts of electricity, “enough to power the village of Baldwinsville for a couple of days,” said Hudson, and prevented 55,000 pounds of carbon dioxide from entering the atmosphere.

Baldwinsville resident Ermine Cunningham, an environmentalist and retired teacher, who has been a customer at the business for approximately 20 years, said she hoped other businesses would take notice of Greg and Cathy’s efforts. “[They are] a real inspiration to other businesses in the area and hopefully it will grow,” she said.

Cunningham said she believes people ought to think about future generations when consuming energy from finite sources like

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coal, which is burned in order to produce electricity.

With higher standards for energy efficiency in place, Cunningham said she’s pleased to see Hudson & Mowins taking advantage of solar power and being conscious of the amount of energy the auto shop and parts store uses.

“I think it’s wonderful and I am in admiration of them. They decided to take responsibility,” she said. “I was hoping this business could be a model for other businesses.”

Occasionally there are holdups where renewable energy is concerned — red tape at the local level and public hearings — but Cunningham, who has supported the Hudsons’ endeavor from the beginning, said municipalities should have policies in place regarding alternative energy sources. Essentially, local government needs to step up to the plate by backing those trying to be more conscious of their energy consumption.

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“We should be encouraging these things,” she said.

The Hudson family has taken their efforts one step further with the use of a special furnace that burns waste oil drained from automobiles. Greg said they don’t do anything to the oil other than filter it to remove things like strands of paper from the vehicle oil filters.

The entire business — 15,000-square-feet of building space — is heated using waste oil.

“We’d like to think we took an industry that, 30 to 40 years ago, might have left the dirtiest footprint on the earth in a whole bunch of ways and turned it into one of the cleaner ones. I think a lot of people can relate and appreciate that,” Hudson said. “If it gains us customers, that’s great, too, but that certainly wasn’t the primary reason.”

Hudson & Mowins, located at 62 E. Genesee St. in Baldwinsville, is open from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. Monday through Friday.

Burdick Chevrolet located on the second floor inside Driver’s Village. After dinner, a special screening of “The Burdick Chevy Story” was shown followed by remarks from Roger Burdick, president of Driver’s Village Inc. From there, attendees were greeted in Center Court with a special performance from the highly regarded Baldwinsville Pep-Band and the walk to the other end of

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Seneca’s hometown approach comes first Katrina Russo, president and CEO of Seneca Federal Savings and Loan Association, is proud that the bank’s hometown approach comes first. “As a community bank, we have first-hand knowledge of our local markets and its businesses,” said Russo.

She mentioned the advantage smaller, local banks have in pricing deposit and loan products, reaching out to customers and making exceptions. “We know our customers and understand their place in the local economy,” she said.

This community bank is also set apart from the larger institutions in that they have always taken great pride in the tre-

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Northside locations are I-Car Gold Class Certified, which means the company’s technicians have undergone extensive training and certifications in all phases of collision repair.

Each facility uses the latest technology available for diagnostics and collision repair.

They converted to water based, green, environmentally friendly paints from BASF in 2011, Bell said.

Jones, who has been with the company for 25 years, said Northside has become the premier collision repair facility in upstate New York. “If you take care of customers they keep coming back,” he said.

Northside is now repairing vehicles for three generations in some families. Many customers that had their vehicles repaired in the 1970s when the company was started are still returning, as well as their children and grandchildren, for vehicle repairs.

Northside Collision offers loaner vehicles, and rentals on site.

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Northside opened their original location on North State Street in Syracuse in 1974 and has experienced a methodical growth plan over the past 38 years.

Northside is owned by President Scott Jones and CEO Gary Bell; they currently have five Central New York locations and over 125 employees. The most recent store opening is in Liverpool on the corner of John Glenn Boulevard and Route 57; they are celebrating a very successful first year at this new location.

Other locations are in Cicero, Dewitt, Camillus and Baldwinsville.

Northside has direct repair relationships with several insurance companies. These relationships allow a streamlined approach to the repair process and customers are pleased with the process since the insurance company and Northside Collision are working together to provide a guaranteed repair and a favorable experience rather than an adversarial one, says Bell.

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Longley Dodge in Fulton celebrates their 65th anniversary Repeat business secret of success

As if the popular Dodge lineup wasn’t alluring enough to new car buyers, the service at Longley Dodge in Fulton is what keeps customers coming back – some have come back 30 times. “We had one family that bought over 30 vehicles from us, starting with a 1960 Studebaker,� said Dennis Longley, president of Longley Dodge.

Good service after the sale has been the cornerstone for success at Longley Dodge. Being open 65 years has established a reputation for Longley Dodge of customer satisfaction and quality service, the qualities which

earned the dealership such a good reputation.

Besides the generations of car buyers are the three generations of staff at Longley Dodge. Earl and Harold Longley began the business in 1947 strictly as an auto body shop. The family dealership was established in 1955 and the brothers added the Dodge line in 1964, making Longley the longest standing Dodge dealership in Oswego County. Earl’s son Dennis and Harold’s son Gene run the business now, while their sons also work at the dealership. “We’re a family organization,� said Dennis. “I think that has a lot to do with it, especially sine we’re in a small community. People like to

come here and know they’re going to get good service.�

And that service isn’t overbearing, Longley said. “Our sales staff doesn’t pressure you,� he said. “They’re not pushy. We don’t like to operate that way, because it doesn’t really serve the customer as well.�

That’s why people keep coming back. “A lot of our business is repeat business,� Longley said. “People come back to us.�

And if there is a problem, people know they can go to the top to find a solution. “The buck stops at my desk,� Longley said.

Dennis learned the business form the ground up.

After graduating from North-

ward University’s Automotive Business School he w2orked in the body shop for 10 years.

He joined the sales team in the late 1970s and served as sales manager from 1980 to 2000. He raced for 10 years and in 1989 won the ESTA Mod Championship at ESTA Drag Strip in his 1964 Plymouth Sport Fury. He has rode Harley-Davidson motorcycles for years.

Dennis’ son Doug is now the sales manager, a position he has held for more than seven years.

Jack Montague is the used car manager. “He buys, sells and appraises used cars for us,� said Dennis. “You have to know used cars and trends and Jack

From left, Doug, Dennis and Gene Longley with the all-new 2013 Dodge Dart. stays on top of it for us.�

There’s exciting news coming on some of Dodge’s new and improved 2013s. “The new 2013 Dodge Dart is getting rave reviews – people really like it,� said Dennis. “Produced from 1960 to 1976, the Dodge Dart

is back with three different engines and 160 horsepower.

We have one in stock – and have already taken many orders. They’re built with 68 percent high-strength steel, 10 air bags standard, and it’s the only car in its class that See Longley on page 8

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His grandfather, also named John, started the business about seven decades ago. He handed the reigns over to his son, Bill, who then passed the company down to John.

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Lou’s offers customers complete automotive service If you are looking for a new car or if your vehicle needs servicing, look no further than the award winning state of the art facility at Lou’s Car Care, 7361 State Fair Blvd. in Baldwinsville.

Owned by Lou Cannata Sr. since 1976, Lou’s offers its customers complete automotive service, certified preowned vehicles, collision repair, and detailing. With more than 36 years of service in the Baldwinsville and surrounding community’s Lou’s provides its customer with unmatched convePictured from left are Rachel Terry, Luigi Cannata, Lou Cannata, Sr., nience and customer service.

Randy Wilson and Lou Cannata, Jr. Lou’s has recently been awarded This affiliation with the world’s largest tire with AAA’s prestigious Top Shop Award for the third successive year. This award manufactures allows Lou’s to offer the best is given to AAA approved autorepair centers tires in the market along with great quarterly that have achieved a 97 percent or higher score rebates. Also featuring Bridgestone, Cooper, based on overall facility evaluation, customer Mastercraft, Pirelli, Hankook, Yokohama, and service, repair time completion, and return other top name brands, Lou’s can handle all for future service. Lou’s achieved a 98 percent your tire needs. Lou’s will road force balance satisfaction rating. This is Lou’s fifth time win- each tire prior to installation ensuring a perfect balance and can mount tires on wheels up to ning the award by AAA. The award winning service department 26 inches damage free.

They provide a free shuttle service to home, lead by Randy Wilson, assisted by Luigi R work, Destiny Mall and local golf courses.

Cannata, customer service specialist Rachel When your vehicle is in for a large repair, Terry. And Lou’s experienced technicians loaner vehicles are available as well. Lou’s oftake pride in providing tremendous customer fers a very clean and spacious waiting room service and automotive care. Lou’s amazing 24 with free WIFI and Green Mountain Coffee. months or 24,000 mile parts and labor warLou’ s is also a great place for your businesses ranty on most automotive repairs is the best in vehicle fleet accepting PHH, ARI, GE Fleet, the industry. Furthermore, Lou’s has rolled out and Wright Express to name a few. So when a Loyalty Rewards program for all customers. you hear that rattle in your front end or see Lou’s can handle all your factory scheduled your check engine light on your dash let the maintenance, engine and electrical diagnosService Department at Lou’ s handle all your tics, brake, suspension and tire needs. vehicle concerns.

If you’re looking for great prices on tires, Whether at home or on your hand held, look no further than Lou’s, a Michelin, BFSee Lou’s on page 6 Goodrich, and Uniroyal Alliance Dealer.

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Dedicated employees key to dealership’s continued success Fayetteville Dodge, Cortland Chrysler-Dodge-Jeep legacy continues

By Jennifer Wing Bob Clark, general manager and part-owner of Fayetteville Dodge, said the dealership has had a good year, so far, and the auto industry has “been on the upswing� in general. “There has been a pent-up demand for automobiles, and Chrysler in particular has been a hot franchise,� Clark said, adding that both Fayetteville Dodge and Cortland Chrysler-Dodge-Jeep have enjoyed continued success Pictured at Fayetteville Dodge are Rob, Jeff and Ryan Geiger. over the last 34 years. “We’ve remained profitable in both stores, even during the auto crisis in 2008,� Clark said. “Many long term employees have been key components in the continued success of the dealerhsip.�

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Besio Joins Shapiro Motors Owner Todd Shapiro, at left, welcomes Jeff Besio tot he sales staff at Shapiro Motors in Oswego.

Besio, a Baldwinsville resident and C-NS graduate, has been in the car business for more than 12 years. “We’re happy to welcome Jeff here,� said Shapiro. “He brings experience and a history of great customer service to our dealership.� Shapiro Motors is located on 410 West First St. in Oswego, only 20 minutes from Baldwinsville. Check out their inventory online at leonshapiro.net.

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Lou’s has redesigned their web site making it easier to schedule appointments, look at certified pre-owned vehicles, or review monthly specials and promotions. You can also review over 200 five star reviews and testimonials over this past year. Find them on Facebook and you can view automotive tips, testimonials, and community events. Each customer can also enroll to receive e-mail, text or postcard reminders when oil changes, state inspections, tire rotations, and other maintenance needs are due. “With this software we are able to keep our customers informed and take the burden of remembering when and what service is needed for their vehicle� explains Lou Cannata Sr. Visit us at louscarcare.com and discover the difference.

Furthermore, Lou’s has drastically expanded their pre-owned vehicle department. With over forty vehicles in inventory Lou’s has many southern rust free certified vehicles priced under $11,995. Lou Cannata Jr. can personally hand select your desired vehicle inventory of certified pre-owned vehicles at www.louscarcare.com. Lou’s provides competitive financing options, onsite DMV processing and extended service plan contracts to fit your coverage needs.

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mendous in-house talent they have built at the Association. Because they develop a deep talent pool, they are able to promote from within, which furthers their understanding of their customer base. “Our personnel live and work in the same areas as our customers,� said Russo. It is because of this veteran talent that they have been able to continue to perform strongly, even in the most difficult operating environments. “This is a win-win environment that we work within. Our employees understand our customers’ concerns and our customers reap the benefit of the association’s ability to quickly adjust to the local economy, which can change rapidly,� said the president.

The current operating environment in the banking arena is one of change and opportunity. The association is in a stage where policymakers are looking to reform and reshape our financial system no matter what the size or charter of the institution.

“While we must make sure that we are out there telling the positive story of community banks, we must also make sure we are looking for the opportunities that the changes to the economic landscape will bring.� she said. “In this new landscape, I believe there will be tremendous opportunities for community banks.�

The president, who has now been in her current position for two years, reiterated the message of the past president. Simply put, she stated, “Our message is simple, and a proven one: community lenders extend credit responsibly and work to increase the wealth of its customers through the lowest possible lending products and the highest possible deposit product rates.� She stressed that the community bank model works. She continues to tell their story of responsible lending and of the positive customer relationships they strive to build. After all, they have a great story to tell and if they don’t tell it, who will?

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Lowery Bros. offers top-of-the-line vehicles, service Lowery Bros. Chrysler-Jeep, Infiniti of Syracuse are located on ‘Historic Automobile Row’ and service experience to the Central New York Chrysler-Jeep community.”

For more information or to view both the new and used vehicle inventory at Lowery Bros. visit lowerybros.com. To contact either Martin or Mitton call 472-7844.

“Scott and Rich invite all of their current and previous customers to stop in and see them,” Mooney said.

By Jennifer Wing Thanks to its inventory of high-quality vehicles, affordable prices and superior sales staff, Lowery Bros.

Chrysler-Jeep dealership is a leading provider of new and used cars to Central Martin New York.

In addition to helping car buyers find the car of their dreams, and fighting on their behalf for agreeable financing terms, Lowery Bros. Chrysler-Jeep perMitton forms routine maintenance and auto repair in Syracuse with painstaking perfection such as oil changes, state inspections, tire rotations and brake adjustments.

They also do warranty repair for Chrysler, Jeep and Dodge.

Lowery Bros. Chrysler-Jeep, located at 647 W. Genesee St. in Syracuse, has recently added two new members to its already sterling team of experts waiting to help customers get top notch service and top of the line vehicles.

Rich Martin comes to Lowery Bros. as service manager and Scott Mitton is now sales manager at the dealership.

General Manager Joe Mooney said Martin and Mitton bring with them a great deal of experience in and knowledge of the auto business and with Chrysler and Jeep in particular.

“Lowery Brothers Chrysler-Jeep is excited to welcome two new and important members to their team,” Mooney said. “Combined, they bring more than 40 years of professional sales

Lowery Bros. Infiniti of Syracuse brings luxury, performance to CNY roads

Infiniti truly offers the best of the best in a luxury automobile – and Infiniti of Syracuse, 736 W. Genesee St., Syracuse, has a complete line of new and pre-owned inventory with an expert staff that can help customers find exactly what they are looking for.

“We’ve been here since August of 2006 when Gary Lowery bought the dealership,” Mooney said. “One thing that is unique about Infiniti of Syracuse is that we are the only Infiniti dealership in the city of Syracuse. The next closest to Central New York is in Rochester. Because of the fact that we serve a large area, we get a lot of traffic, but our customers each get personalized, expert assistance when they walk into the dealership.”

At Infiniti of Syracuse they know the customer’s time is valuable and their sales department has one purpose: to exceed his or her expectations from test drive to delivery.

They are committed to a no-pressure, high integrity approach to the customer’s ownership experience.

Mooney said Infiniti vehicles are unusual in that they provide both luxury and performance.

“With our vehicles, you have good

Infiniti of Syracuse is located at 736 W. Genesee St. in Syracuse. horsepower and great performance on the road.” Mooney said. “It’s a high-end vehicle with quality and sophistication that is very comfortable but it also provides power and performance that is lacking in other vehicles in its class.”

The just-released brand new 2013 SUV JX35 has already proven to be a hit for Infiniti.

“This brand new model is pretty hot right now,” Mooney said. “When we get them in we sell them all within a couple of days.

Syracuse is obviously a big SUV town because of the winters here.”

The best seller for Infiniti of Syracuse is the G37X all-wheel-drive mid size sedan, which Mooney calls “a lot of car for the money. It’s is good on roads in the winter, and is available in a two- or four-door model.”

He said they have an unprecedented amount of them right now.

“We’ve never stocked this many of them – we have about 50 of them on the lot, so there are plenty of choices of colors and

equipment. What is nice about the Infiniti line is you can get all of the vehicles with all-wheel-drive except for the convertible model.”

The service department offers the best in automotive service in its state-of-the-art facility which features the most current diagnostic and repair equipment available and highly skilled factory-trained technicians who will deliver efficient, quality vehicle care.

“The service here is second to none,” Mooney said. “If you have your car serviced here, they not only do a great job, but make sure you aren’t inconvenienced and receive the best in customer care. If you don’t have time to wait for your car, they will give you a brand new loaner to use.”

So, what’s new on the horizon for Infiniti of Syracuse?

“We are looking to remodel the showroom,” Mooney said. “Stay tuned.”

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By Brian Smith Chrysler Group LLC continues to improve model sales, and Par-K Chrysler-Jeep in Fulton is excited to show consumers what the buzz is all about.

“We have something for everyone, from the Chrysler 200s and 300s, to the Jeep Compass, Patriot and Grand Cherokee,” said Par-K General Manager Thomas Gilbo. “[Fiat-Chrysler CEO] Sergio Marchionne pledged to change everything when he took over two years ago, and those changes, from the body types to the engines, have all taken place.

“The product is very much improved.

There was great detail and care taken in redesigning all of the cars, and it shows. A lot of our models have the V6 Penestar engine, and some V8s, which means improved performance and gas mileage. The Grand Cherokee and Chrysler Town & Country are getting close to 30 miles per gallon on the highway; that’s very impressive.”

Par-K, much like the cars it sells, underwent improvements last year. After an ice storm collapsed the roof on its body shop during Super Bowl Sunday last year, Gilbo said the garage was rebuilt from the floor up, reopening in July.

“It’s beautiful; everything is brand new and top of the line in the shop,” he added.

“We’ve been back to normal with our hours since the summer.

“Bill Marshall and Butch Jackowski do an incredible job managing the shop. They do custom work and have multiple cars featured in magazines, and, of course, are there for all the dents and dings and insurance work you may need.”

They recently converted a brand new 2012 Jeep Wrangler into a truck, using a Mopar package, assembled in the body shop (see photo, right.)

Par-K also added Saturday maintenance hours in September. Cars are serviced from 8 a.m. to noon, in addition to the normal 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. hours Monday through Wednesday and Friday. On Thursday, the service department is open from 8 a.m. to 7 p.m.

“The Saturday hours are great for people who can’t get off work during the weekdays, or have something they need to take care of in a pinch,” Gilbo said. “We do a lot of maintenance and brake jobs on Saturdays so you can have your car back on the road for work on Monday.”

Gilbo urged those in the market for a new Chrysler or jeep to visit Par-K. “Sales on the Jeep Libertys have been strong with the great rebate available,” said Gilbo. “Jeep Compass and Patriot have done

Par-K Chrysler-Jeep Sales Manager Tom Gilbo is pictured with a one-of-a-kind 2012 brand new Jeep Wrangler truck, assembled in Par-K’s excellent body shop. very well, providing great gas mileage and four-by-four quality. Our Chrysler Town and Country vans are popular - people love the room and they get 26 miles per gallon highway with the 3.6 Penestar engine. And the Jeep Grand Cherokee is selling itself ... great quality and craftsmanship — the luxury is so much better than its previous

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To view and test drive any of the Chrysler and Jeep models, visit Par-K, Oswego County’s only Five Star Chrysler dealer, located on Route 481 in Fulton. Par-K is 10 minutes north of the Great Northern Mall. Par-K’s entire inventory is also online at par-k.com.

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“We’re here to stay,” Bob Clark said.

“This is a family-owned business and the sons will eventually take over the dealership as the older owners retire.”

Quality service and products at competitive prices Clark said Fayetteville Dodge gets a lot of repeat customers as well as customer referrals.

“We offer more than fair prices,” he said.

“We’re always negotiating — there’s plenty of factory programs out there, where if we sell enough vehicles we get money back which makes the low prices worthwhile.”

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“Our service department is the reason why people buy their second, third and fourth vehicle here,” Clark said.

One exciting new addition to the dealership’s lineup is the Dodge Dart, coming out this month.

“The Dart has had a lot of buzz,” Clark said.

“It’s a car that sells for under $20,000 that gets 39 miles to the gallon with a lot of the electronic wizardry that consumers want.”

Fayetteville Dodge is located at 5427 N. Burdick St. in Fayetteville. For more information call 637-5001 or visit fayettevilledodge.net.

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The Dodge Ram 1500 has had some major mechanical updates for 2013 including a more powerful engine and improved air suspension plus voice control and upgraded electronics. Its improved fuel economy is “Best in Class.”

Longley Dodge, which has been on the web for more than 10 years, continues to grow. It is one of only a few dealers that have pictures

and pricing online, with up to 25-plus pictures of each vehicle. The dealership is on Facebook and Twitter, just launched its mobile website for smart devices and has one of the fastest response times of any dealership.

Due top customer demand, the service department is open from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Saturdays. Longley Dodge is located at 1698 Route 57, just south of Fulton. They can be reached at 598-2135 or at longleydodge.com.

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Heart n’ Hand bake shop doubles in size Heart n’ Hand bake shop is locatd on Route 321 in Skaneateles.

Heart n’ Hand bake shop on Route 321 in Skaneateles held the grand opening of its new expansion on Wednesday, July 4, offering soft-serve ice cream, flurries, pie sundaes and pie a la mode from the new walk-up ice cream window.

The addition took eight months to complete and doubles the size of the bake shop. In addition to creating space for ice cream, the addition’s main purpose was to create an on-site kitchen for owners Jim and Donna Parr to cook in, rather than cook from their home and transport baked goods to the shop as they had been doing for the past 12 years.

“We don’t have to overbake, everything is fresh all the time,” Donna said. “If we start running low we can bake more.

If people call for a certain type of pie in the morning we can make it for them and have it ready in the afternoon.”

“We don’t have to say ‘no’ any more,” Jim said.

The original space of Heart n’ Hand provides a different look but the same offerings, especially the Parrs’ famous pies. And they have incorporated the pies into the new ice cream with their pie sundaes and pie a la mode. Patrons can sit outside at picnic tables or bistro tables on the new patio area while they eat. Heart n’ Hand’s also has new extended hours. The Parrs will continue to open at 11 a.m., but will not close until later in the evening, at least until 9 p.m. on weekends, although the complete hours are still to be determined, Donna said.

York state inspections and exhaust work. From new engines and transmissions to simple oil changes and air filter changes, the staff at John Fehlman & Son Auto Service offers quality and reliable complete car care and repair service.

“We are fair and honest with customers because we

want them to come back and to spread the word about us,” Fehlman said.

“Our main focus has always been fair and courteous service. Customer satisfaction is our number one priority.”

For more information or an appointment call 437-8456.

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new. We understand the investment that you put into your vehicle, and we want to give it as much care as it deserves. Stop by whether you need repair or regular maintenance,” said the company’s website, johnfehlmanauto.com.

John Fehlman & Son specializes in all forms of maintenance and repair for both foreign and domestic vehicles. They have been at their 2612 Burnet Ave. location in Syracuse since 1966.

Prior to that the business was located nearby, next to the current location of the Brooklyn Pickle. “ We m o v e d w h e n [Route] 690 was built and the state took over the land,” Fehlman said.

Services offered at Fehlman & Son include brake work, new tires (all makes), engine diagnosis, struts, shocks, coolant flush, oil changes, tune-ups, New

a state-of- the art arcade, prize redemption center and a Pizza Hut Express.

Stay and visit all the area has to offer…

Old Forge and the Fulton Chain of Lakes are known for their Adirondack hospitality, friendly people, quaint main street shops, top quality restaurants and numerous outdoor activities. In the summer, you can hike, canoe or kayak, boat, jet ski, visit View, the new Arts Center in Old Forge or several other area museums, take a train ride or a cruise, enjoy live entertainment or just kick back and relax.

More than just summer fun…

Looking for a deal?

Check out the Old Forge Camping Resort’s and Water’s Edge Inn Spring, Fall and Winter discounted packages. All of these packages include a discount on lodging and a discounted activity. Save up to $100.

Stay at the Old Forge Camping Resort or the Water’s Edge Inn … the perfect vacation destinations!

For more information visit WaterSafari.com, OldForgeCamping.com and WatersEdgeInn.com.

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At Enchanted Forest/ Water Safari, located in the heart of the Adirondacks, New York’s largest water theme park, you’ll never run out of fun things to do because there’s something for everyone throughout the park, from “splashtacular” water rides, to classic amusement rides, fun food, exciting games, storybook themed characters, a family circus show and much more.

Enchanted Forest/Water Safari marks its 57th anniversary this year. With the addition of “The Curse of the Silverback,” the park’s newest water ride, Enchanted Forest Water Safari boasts 32 heated water rides and more than 50 rides and attractions. Other popular water slides include “The Shadow,” “Black River,” “Killermanjaro, and “Serengetti Surf Hill” just to name a few. And don’t forget to try the bumper cars, ferris wheel or the Scrambler.

The 2012 family circus show features the Flying Pages’ Trapeze, Aerial Cradle and Bareback Horse acts. The park’s new moose mascot, Safari Sam, will be making his debut in 2012 and you can also shake hands and have your picture taken with Ben 10, who visits on Friday, July 20; Spiderman, who visits on Friday, Aug. 3, and Scooby Doo, who visits on Friday, Aug. 10. All characters will meet and greet guests in the park from 10:15 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Admission to the park includes unlimited access to all rides, show and attractions, including free parking. Regular admission single-day passes are available for purchase at the gate, or

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Syracuse Mini Nationals, a model car contest; 15 bands playing throughout the weekend; and fireworks at 9:30 p.m. Friday and Saturday.

As in past years, a custom-built vehicle will be given away at the end of the Syracuse Nationals. This year’s giveaway vehicle

is a custom 1957 Chevy Nomad Wagon built by Chop-Shop Customs in Woburn, Mass.

For more information on the 2012 Syracuse Nationals, a schedule of events, or to register a vehicle for the event, call (800) 753-3978 or visit syracusenationals.com.

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Camping World RV Sales begins their big RV sales event Wednesday July 25 through Sunday July 29 at their off-site location at the NYS Fairgrounds in Syracuse.

The five-day event will draw buyers from all over the state.

Sale hours are 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. Monday through Saturday and 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Sunday. “You’ll find what you’re looking for at this event,� said Kevin Bostrom, regional vice president. “We’ll have inventory from dealerships in five other states. This is an excellent time to start enjoying the RV experience.� “This has been a strong year,� said Bostrom. “Volume is up, ahead of 2011. Motorhomes are a great buy because rates are still low everything in motorhomes is moving.�

Michael Whiteman, general manager, added that Camping World RV sales were strong in June. “Along with the many new motorhomes we have in stock, The Camping World management team welcomes you to their RV savings event. we also have over 190 used units starting at $19,995,� said From left are Michael Whiteman, general manager, Michael Fleming, business Whiteman. “And we have popups used travel trailers starting manager, Mark Topor, sales manager, Peter Viviani, business manager, and Tim at $2,995. And our very strong service department, that just Wharton, service manager. hired more technicians, will service your motorhome well after the sale.� down and we have very affordable monthly “Camping is great payments on a wide range of products including family fun – and the travel trailers, park models and site models.� memories will last Camping in this area is a unique experia lifetime. Kids will ence too! “New York State is a beautiful state,�

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countries participated in the 2011 Empire State race weekend.

The course continues to feature Onondaga Lake Park, Onondaga County, Syracuse, Liverpool, and Baldwinsville, New York at its autumn colors finest.

Expo Event

Driver‘s Village presents the New York State Health and Wellness Expo on Friday and Saturday, Oct. 19 and 20 at the Burdick Driver’s Village Clock Courtyard (first floor around the Center Clock). Registration and packet pickup will occur at the Expo. Seminars on various running and health topics will be featured during the Expo. Expo will be open noon to 7 p.m. on Friday, Oct. 19 and 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Oct. 20. Pasta dinner follows on the Expo on the Oct. 20.

For information please visit empirestastemarathon.com.

St. Jude Give Thanks Walk

Nov. 17 at Driver’s Village, 5885 E. Circle Drive, Cicero.

Registration starts at 9 a.m.

Walk starts at 10 a.m. at Center Court through the mall entrance Join St. Jude supporters in the Syracuse community and in 90 cities nationwide to participate in the St. Jude Give thanks Walk. to raise money for St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital.

Registration for this family-friendly event is free and all participants are encouraged to raise money to help save kids battling cancer and other deadly diseases. Register today to participate and start fundraising.

For information visit stjude.org.

Onondaga Civic Symphony Orchestra Holiday Pops Concert

Sponsored by Driver’s Village at 3 p.m. Sunday, Dec. 9.

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The Brick House Café in Center Court

Check out the Lunch Specials for the month of July and meet the new guest chef. Featuring Taco Tuesday, Farmer’s Market Wednesday and Meat and Potato Thursday.

Dance Arts Studio & Center of Movement Studies On the first level of the main mall. Linda Facciponte is the artistic director; 454-0054

Art Studio for kids

New Evening sessions have been added. Summer Camp; sign up via email at info @shadesoforangestudio.com, or call 378-4124.

All doll camps are for ages 5 and up. All two and three-day camps are for 4 and up. (kids must be able to stay alone) Week long camps are for ages 6 and up.

Live 2 Bounce

An upscale indoor inflatable family fun zone located on the second floor inside Driver’s Village. Enter the Green Carnegie Entrance by Mazda and Lincoln dealerships.

Located in the upstairs Court Area, near the clock. Visit live2bounce.com to access the monthly L2B calendar of updates and events.

Universal Cheer & Athletics

Universal Cheer & Athletics started from the ground up five years ago as an All-Star cheerleading organization. Now, not only do they have a well-rounded structure for building athletes out of cheerleaders, but two years ago they also started to offer special needs cheerleading. Located inside Driver’s Village-second level in Center Court. Email universalcheerco @yahoo.com with any questions.

Puttin’ on the Ritz Dance Studio

Donna Natale O’Neil is the director of Puttin’ on the Ritz Dance Studio, located on the second level of Driver’s Village Center Court, 446-5707 or ritzdanc @twcny.rr.com.

Carnegie Conference Center

Carnegie Café & Catering Co. is an established, comprehensive event planning and catering company committed to the community.

Located in Driver’s Village on the second level Center Court; 451-1803 or carnegiecatering.com for additional information.

CNY Speed Training

Recently re-located to Driver’s Village on the second level at Center Court, CNY Speed Training is designed to enhance an athlete’s key abilities in all sports. Through the use of the proven Nike SPARQ training method, special equipment and many years of experience, Dennis Dewane and Frank Rey will assist beginner youth up to and including high school athletes to perform better at their sports. For more information visit cnyspeedtraining.com or call451-1803.

Pros and cons to third-row seating: What works best for your driving needs? of seats stems primarily from the increased prevalence of booster and other child safety seats, which tend to take up a lot of space. This enables more children to be seated safely, a boon to parents who carpool.

Third-row seats are also advantageous to commuters who carpool. Several adults can sit comfortably

and ride into work together, splitting the cost of gas and tolls. Many vehicles with third-row seats offer good gas mileage, making carpooling an even greener method of getting to work.

The t hird-row s e at can often be folded down and allow for more cargo room when not needed.

In some models, a thirdrow seat can be removed

entirely.

Disadvantages While the third-row seat offers more passenger room, it cuts down on storage space. Many vehicles that offer the extra row of seating do so at the expense of trunk or cargo space.

There may be little more than a few feet of room to store groceries or luggage.

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row seat tend to be more expensive than comparable cars and SUV’s without one.

Some minivans are more expensive than simarly sized SUVs. If money is a factor, a third-row seat may not be an asset. In addition, insurance companies might charge more for a larger car.

Size might also be a disadvantage to some drivers.

Larger vehicles might be difficult to park in urban areas and may require special parking spots in parking garages.

Third-row seats can be very advantageous for people who frequently transport several people. But they may not be the best option for individuals looking for a lower priced car or one with maximum cargo space.

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Advantages The primary reason for purchasing a vehicle with a third-row seat is to increase passenger capacity. Most standard cars and mid-size SUVs can seat 5 passengers comfortably. However, a third-row seat can add a spot for an additional 2 to 3 passengers.

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Third-row seating has become a priority for many people purchasing new vehicles. Many consumers actively seek out a car or SUV with a third-row seat so they’ll have plenty of room for passengers during commutes or school carpools. There are many advantages to a third row of seating, but there are also some disadvantages.

Weighing the pros and cons before purchase will help shoppers determine if a third-row seat is really what they need.

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