Mosquito season starts early in Onondaga Cicero county
Cool temperatures delayed hatching but many mosquitoes are already active in the swamp and parks. Howard urges long sleeves pants hats and repellent for visitors while Chet Dudzinski notes concern over Eastern Equine Encephalitis. County crews trapping and counting species as temps rise.
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Cicero Swamp
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Tips to Reduce Mosquitoes at Home and Yard
Practical advice to limit mosquitoes around dwellings. Keep lawns trimmed and shrubs pruned. Eliminate standing water, including tires and containers. Wear protective clothing outdoors and use repellents when needed. Check window screens, consider a bat house as bats eat thousands of mosquitoes nightly.
Colorado forest blaze finally contained after weeklong fight
In Buffalo Creek Colorado a weeklong wildfire that scorched about 10000 acres is declared out by Forest Service officials. A 20 member crew will stay to monitor and mop up hot spots while over 600 firefighters had battled the blaze sparked likely by a campfire left by teenagers during a school outing. Rain helped suppress the final flames.
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Joe Colwell
Teenage bugler aims nine taps at parades and graves
James Patterson, 16, will perform taps nine times on Memorial Day week in Ska neateles and nearby Jordan and Elbridge. He learned taps on a bugle after watching veterans and practices solo, promising to honor fallen service members with precise notes. His family and American Legion leaders praise his dedication as he balances band work with school.
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James Patterson
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Jerry Hayes
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Ronald Patterson
Carl’s Grill
Weedsport
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