Leila Ahmed

Reporter · Syracuse, NY

A graduate of the University at Buffalo, Leila has spent five years in journalism, previously working at a community-focused news outlet in Rochester, NY. She specializes in uncovering the diverse voices and cultural richness of Syracuse’s neighborhoods, bringing their stories to light.

7 stories from Leila Ahmed in Scarsdale

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A $332-a-year tax could have meant faster ambulance response times in LaFayette. Voters said no — barely

LaFayette, N.Y. -- LaFayette voters narrowly rejected a new tax to pay for better local ambulance service, according to results Tuesday night.

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County executive and comptroller will be limited to three terms

It appears the Onondaga County comptroller and executive positions will be limited to three terms of four years.

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Maurice Brown, democratic socialist, cruises to victory in 129th NY Assembly race

Syracuse, N.Y. — Maurice “Mo” Brown is going to Albany.

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Voters in Oneida County prepare for the sheriff election

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Oneida County Sheriff results

On a crisp autumn morning, the streets of Oneida County buzz with anticipation as residents prepare to cast their votes in the highly contested sheriff's race. Among the eager voters is Mary Thompson, a lifelong resident of the area, who believes that the sheriff's office plays a pivotal role in...

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Community

‘She’s like our spark’: Célaine Ricco steals the show in Syracuse women’s opener

Syracuse, N.Y. – Célaine Ricco checked into her Syracuse debut with 6 minutes to play in the first quarter. Just over a minute later, with SU ahead by two points, she swiped her right hand and poked the ball from Nalyce Dudley for her first steal in an Orange uniform.

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Technology

Turning Stone restores some systems after cyberattack; casinos still cash only

Verona, N.Y. - Some computer services owned by the parent company of Turning Stone Resort Casino that were knocked out by a cyberattack Monday have been restored, the casino announced Tuesday.

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Community

Onondaga County legislature up for grabs as both parties fight for control (live results)

Please refresh this page for updates as results come in.

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