Original Grain gets hip with a Hip Hop Brunch
Original Grain, a restaurant located in Downtown Syracuse, serves up live DJ performances alongside its weekend brunch. Read more »
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6lack delivers his ‘East Atlanta Love Letter’
Atlanta-based rapper 6lack released his sophomore album, “East Atlanta Love Letter,” last week. The album offers a glimpse into 6lack’s heart and gives fans a collaboration with Future you didn’t know you needed. Read more »
Metal bands from across the country to hit Syracuse this weekend
Metal band Abigail Williams will play at The Lost Horizon this weekend, joined by Ghost Bath and Wolvhammer. Read more »
Used books and vinyls are given a new home at Books & Melodies
The used book and music shop in Eastwood gets new items every day, adding to its extensive collection that spans five rooms and a basement. Read more »
Folk rock group Driftwood to perform at The Westcott Theater
Driftwood, a Binghamton-based folk rock band, is set to perform at The Westcott Theater on Friday night. The band recently signed onto new management and has a collaboration in place with a major music producer. Read more »
Syracuse mayoral candidates discuss climate and energy policies at SUNY-ESF
At a debate Monday night, the candidates explained how they would implement environmentally friendly policies in Syracuse if they are elected mayor. Read more »
There’s a market in zero emission fuels, and these students are making the most of it
Students at SUNY-ESF and SU launched a zero emission fuel company, EcoCarriage, five months ago this week, following the shift in the market to support more renewable energy. Read more »
Tere Paniagua has been a humble force in Syracuse’s Latinx community for nearly 15 years
As the director of two Latinx cultural centers Tere Paniagua has made it her mission to bring together the Syracuse University community with Latinx locals. Read more »
Experts: Shifting from fossil fuels to electric power would require government incentives and changes to electrical grid
Several countries are pledging to sell only electric cars within the next 30 years. Experts say nations must consider demands on the electrical grid before this could be a realistic goal. Read more »
Niles: Cuomo’s electric car initiative sticks it to greedy, fossil fuel-guzzling corporations
Environment columnist Lydia Niles explains why Gov. Andrew Cuomo’s Drive Clean Initiative can change the blueprint for electric vehicles in New York state. Read more »
Lawmakers question subsidies for nuclear power plants in New York
Subsidies for nuclear power plants in New York state are set to go into effect later this week, but they face opposition in court and from some lawmakers. Read more »
Maple Day displays tapping at Thornden Park
Kris Dulmer and Brad Fierke have been tapping maple trees for sap for eight years. They use the sap to make syrup of various flavors. Read more »
10 things you could be doing in Syracuse this weekend
Syracuse has a diverse range of events lined up this weekend, complete with several musical performances, classic films and discussions to create a greener and… Read more »
Feeling blue this winter? It might be more than just a bad day
Seasonal Affective Disorder affects many individuals in cold climates, but these tips and tricks just might help defeat the cabin fever. Read more »
Veganism can be good for you, both on the streets and in the sheets
Though many think veganism is all about saving animals and eating clean, sex and health columnist Lydia Chan says there maybe sexual advantages as well. Read more »
Energy and environmental sustainability research propelled by funding from Center of Excellence
Faculty from Syracuse University and the State University of New York College of Environmental Science and Forestry will conduct research on environmental and energy sustainability in the Syracuse area, thanks to grants from the Syracuse Center of Excellence. Read more »
Austin City Limits gives audience access to free concerts by high-quality artists
Austin City Limits gives viewers a chance at watching famous indie artists perform live for free, and it's great, according to music columnist Emera Riley. Read more »
Q&A: Nth Power talks about their new album, upcoming performance in Syracuse
The Daily Orange sits down with lead singer and guitarist Nick Cassarino of the funk and soul group the Nth Power, to talk about the band's upcoming performance at Funk N' Waffles. Read more »
How 3 Syracuse University students are bringing renewable energy to Nepal
Three Syracuse University students run the Thrive Project, a nonprofit organization at SU that aims to promote sustainable energy integration and occupational-based education to underserved global communities. Read more »
Syracuse University students win first place in research competition
Syracuse University students win first place in all categories at Center of Excellence student poster competition for their environmental research. This is the 16th year the competition has been held during the CoE Symposium. Read more »
Hillary Clinton and Donald Trump go head to head during first presidential debate
The first presidential debate held on Monday night was divided into three segments. Candidates discussed the job market, race relations and cyber-security, among other topics. Read more »
Lorna Rose
Lorna Rose transferred to SU after realizing that no other school would make her happy. Today she works with Meghan Sinisi, SU's current Orange Girl. Read more »
Cuomo launches solar energy campaigns throughout New York state
Onondaga County is among five counties in central New York state where campaigns to encourage homes, businesses and local communities to install solar energy are currently underway. Read more »
How Syracuse University conserved energy over Winter Break
Syracuse University's Energy Systems and Sustainability Management is responsible for conserving energy over break when most students are gone. To save energy, SU reduces building and housing temperatures and turns off lights. Read more »
