Vision research boosts eye care at Upstate Medical Center
During the Persian Gulf War eye researchers at Upstate Medical University adjusted pilots diet to correct vision problems. The Vision Care and Research Center benefits from a $1.2 million campaign led by Lions Clubs and supported by Niagara Mohawk and M&T Bank. Vera House seeks nominations for its Sister Mary Vera Award and United Way of Central New York invites nominations for Denton Awards recognizing family friendly policies.
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Food drives kick off with yearlong charity campaign
Hosts Antoinette Discenna and George Branca launch the 12th annual Saint Josephs Table food drive. Donations accepted 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Monday through Friday at O scenna Travel Service, 413 N Sa fina St, through March 19. Large pickups available. distributions go to Vera House Circle of Hope and St Lucy's Food Pantry.
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Winterfest in Syracuse draws smaller crowd amid 60 degree chill
Fireworks light up downtown as about 20,000 attend a chilly Winterfest featuring a chili cook-off, human dog-sled races, snow volleyball, and a hole-in-one putting contest. Cicero-North Syracuse culinary club wins first place. dog-sled team the Grindhmobile wins best decor while visitors praise the show despite lighter turnout.
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Merger talk on literacy groups sparks collaboration push
Dan Wagner at age 50 sought reading help, reflecting how many adults struggle with literacy. In Onondaga County 16 percent read below fifth grade, fueling discussions between Literacy Volunteers of America and Laubach Literacy International about a potential merger to strengthen services and funding.
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Learning Center
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