Onondaga County Veterans Service Agency

Incredibly thankful for the support of our volunteers and veteran community that came out today to place the over 6000 flags at Onondaga County Parks Veterans Memorial Cemetery for our upcoming Memorial Day Ceremony this Sunday 5/24/2026 at NOON.

As we go into this Memorial Day weekend let us not forget to honor those that paid the ultimate sacrifice for our nation.

REMINDER...The Annual Memorial Day Ceremony at Veterans Cemetery is this Sunday, May 24 at 12noon. (Please note: The start time is later than in previous years.) Parking and seating is limited. Onondaga County Veterans Service Agency

Discover a little-known chapter of Syracuse history with Camp Syracuse, part of OHA’s "Strides Toward Democracy" film and discussion series, presented in partnership with Manlius Cinema, taking place Sunday, May 17 from 1:30–2:30 PM.

The film, paired with a lecture by OHA Curator of History Robert Searing, explores how Syracuse’s New York State Fairgrounds became a World War I training site for more than 40,000 soldiers in 1917.

🎟️ Tickets available at manliuscinema.com

We invite you to join us for a free concert on Sunday, May 17 at 1:00 pm, taking place in the Auditorium at the Syracuse VA Medical Center. This special event is open to all, offering a wonderful opportunity to gather with friends, family, and community members to enjoy live music in a welcoming setting. Don’t miss this chance to experience great performances and celebrate together at the Syracuse VA Medical Center—we hope to see you there!

⏰ Reminder! Tomorrow is the LAST DAY to apply for the Purchasing Clerk Civil Service Exam! 📝

Applications and payment must be submitted to the Onondaga County Personnel Department by 4:00 PM on 5/12/26. We are located on the 11th floor of the Civic Center.

Don’t miss this opportunity to take the first step toward a career with Onondaga County!

👉For more information on the minimum qualifications and to view the full exam announcement, visit: https://onondaga.gov/employment/job-openings/

Historic Doubleday Field May 23 at Doubleday Field

Congratulations!

VA Syracuse Healthcare System Announces New Executive Director

SYRACUSE, NY — The Department of Veterans Affairs announced today the appointment of Michael DelDuca as the new executive director of VA Syracuse Healthcare System.

“We are excited to have Michael DelDuca on board as the new Executive Director of VA Syracuse, said Bruce Tucker, Network Director of the VA New York and New Jersey Healthcare Network. “Over Michael’s time with VA, he has demonstrated the department’s commitment to the delivery of safe high quality health care, and he will continue to be a valuable asset to the network, the employees and volunteers, and most importantly, for the Veterans we are honored to serve.”

Michael DelDuca is originally from Canandaigua, New York. He holds a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration from SUNY Geneseo and a Master of Business Administration, Healthcare Management from the Clarkson University.

He began his career at the VA Capitol Healthcare Network (VISN 5) as an administrative fellow in 2013. He later transferred to VA Maryland Health Care System (Baltimore) advancing to roles such as Senior Department Administrator- Nursing/Patient Care Services, Medicine/Clinical Care, Facility Telehealth Coordinator, Administrator-Anesthesia and Neurology Clinical Care Centers. In 2018, he joined the Syracuse VA Medical Center as Ambulatory Care Line Manager. During his tenure, he also served as Acting Associate Medical Center Director.

In January 2021, Michael was selected as the Associate Medical Center Director/COO at the Syracuse VA Medical Center, Syracuse, NY. Prior to this appointment, he also served as the Acting Senior Advisor to the Assistant Undersecretary for Health (AUSH) for Integrated Veteran Care (IVC).

Michael is a graduate of the Senior Executive Service Candidate Development Program (SESCDP) and Health Care Leadership Development Program. He is also a member of the American College of Healthcare Executives.

In his new role, DelDuca will be responsible for the delivery of health care services at 12 locations in central New York. Facilities include our Syracuse VA Medical Center and 11 community-based outpatient clinics in Auburn, Binghamton, Cortland, Massena, Oswego, Rome, Syracuse, and Watertown.

To find out more about the VA Syracuse Healthcare System visit https://www.va.gov/syracuse-health-care/about-us/