Downtown Dining Weeks returns with record participants, 3-course lunch option
The Downtown Committee is hosting its annual Syracuse Downtown Dining Weeks, offering reduced-rate meals at a number of restaurants. Read more »
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Holiday gift guide: Where to shop locally this season
Downtown Syracuse is home to dozens of small businesses that have gifts for everyone on your list. Read more »
Treat yourself after finals with these local events
To mark the ending of the Fall semester, enjoy your last weekend and treat yourself with a night on the town in Syracuse. Read more »
Everson Museum event to focus on celebrating diversity in Syracuse
The Everson will host Engaging Neighbors for the first time ever, with a specific goal in mind: embracing new members of the community. Read more »
Glazed & Confused brings together doughnut lovers old and young
When this doughnut store opened on Nov. 16, it sold 1,100 doughnuts within the first hour. Read more »
Cornell Cooperative Extension to host event promoting environment and health through canning
The Cornell Cooperative Extension will host two food preservation workshops this month to educate the Syracuse community about canning and other healthy lifestyle techniques. Read more »
Syracuse Stage to host play following the life of a boy with autism
“The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time” is set to premiere at the Syracuse Stage on Wednesday. Read more »
Actor with autism will lead ‘The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time’ for first time
Mickey Rowe is the first actor on the autism spectrum to play the lead role of Christopher Boone, who has autism, in any major production of the play. Read more »
Lemon Grass owners to expand presence in Armory Square with new restaurant
To accommodate customer demands, Lemon Grass owners will open a restaurant with a new vision: more space, more options and more casual. Read more »
How Pastabilities came to be one of the most popular restaurants in Syracuse
A mainstay of Armory Square, Pastabilities is coming off a record month and will soon celebrate 35 years serving Syracuse. Read more »
A night at the movies: Alternative theater experiences in Syracuse
Movie columnist Lilly Stuecklen discusses various ways college students can watch movies around the city without breaking the bank at a traditional movie theater. Read more »
Lemon Grass owner plans to open new restaurant in downtown Syracuse
The restaurant, called Citronelle, would be located off Walton Street. Syracuse's Planning Commission on Monday heard a request for permits to start construction on Citronelle. Read more »
Downtown Syracuse fashion show returns with bold new styles
The annual Syracuse Style Fashion Show presents downtown Syracuse as a serious retail destination that can be overshadowed by Destiny USA. Read more »
Officials: Ride-hailing services have had a minimal effect on Syracuse traffic
Ride-hailing services were legalized statewide in late June. Companies such as Uber and Lyft started expanding into Syracuse this summer. Read more »
The Daily Orange interviewed more than 100 SU students about Uber and Lyft. Here’s what they had to say.
Ride-hailing services such as Uber and Lyft were legalized statewide in June. The companies previously operated in the greater New York City area. Read more »
Annual Syracuse Irish Festival to take place this weekend
Nearly 20 years ago, the first Syracuse Irish Festival took place right in Armory Square. Today, bands from all around the country and even Ireland will gather to perform this weekend. Read more »
Sophomore eases transition for incoming students from Welcome Week to the end of the year
Taylor Williams worked as an orientation leader for the first time this year. Despite all the work that went into it and the time it took she said the helping incoming students made it all worth it. Read more »
Ride-hailing legalization will give Syracuse University students cheaper transportation options this semester
Some say the legalization of ride-hailing services, such as Uber and Lyft, will make transportation more accessible for Syracuse University students. Read more »
Your weekend guide to the city of Syracuse
Here are some of the best ways to spend your free time in Syracuse beyond the university hill. Read more »
Cycle in the City takes bikers through downtown Syracuse and local neighborhoods
Once each month through October, Cycle in the City hosts 10-mile and 15- to 20-mile rides for novice and experienced bikers of all ages. Read more »
How to make the most of Syracuse parks department’s 100th birthday
With more tham 50 parks in the area, Syracuse has activities and events for everyone all summer. Read more »
Syracuse-area libraries offer more than book advice to kids home from school
The Onondaga County Public Library offers patrons career services and a space fro creative learning through the summer months. Read more »
With fan favorites Hungry Chuck's and Orange Crate Brewing Co. closed for the season, here's where graduates can celebrate instead
For those not sure where to go for a post-graduation celebration, check out these local bars for a celebratory drink or 10. Read more »
Hidden gem in Armory Square sells jewelry from around the world
Accents of Armory Square is a family-owned business that sells a wide range of jewelry and accessories for fair prices. Read more »
