Opinion: Syracuse needs to find better solutions for its homeless crisis
Instead of punishing those who are already vulnerable, we should learn from the missteps of places like Oswego and take a more compassionate approach. Read more »
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Collegetown Bagels opens 1st Syracuse location on Marshall Street
The new Collegetown Bagels shop on the corner of Marshall Street and University Avenue has attracted plenty of customers. Read more »
Syracuse City Common Council approves Syracuse Housing Strategy, honors fallen officer
The Syracuse City Common Council unanimously voted to approve the Syracuse Housing Strategy and again delayed their vote on 727. Comstock Ave. Read more »
2024 union rally celebrates 125th anniversary of the Greater Syracuse Labor Council
Hundreds of central New York union workers paraded through the New York State Fair as part of the Labor Day Parade and Rally. Read more »
State Senate reportedly concludes Mannion did not violate harassment policies, NYT finds
The New York State Senate has concluded its investigation of State Senator and congressional candidate John Mannion. Read more »
Gallery: Concerts you might have missed at the Great New York State Fair this year
Fans around Syracuse gather at The Great New York State Fair for their favorite artists cheering and singing with each other at the fair’s plethora of performances. Read more »
Syracuse City Common Council committees discuss homelessness, medical support strategies
The Syracuse City Common Council held a joint committee meeting regarding strategies to address homelessness in the city Tuesday afternoon. Read more »
Syracuse city officials, Navy personnel commemorate Navy Week outreach efforts
Syracuse city officials and other United States Navy personnel met on the steps of City Hall to commemorate the start of Syracuse Navy Week. Read more »
Final Community Grid Vision Plan open house discusses transportation, housing concerns
The city of Syracuse's final neighborhood open house in Southside concluded efforts to gather public input on the Community Grid Vision Plan. Read more »
Hochul signs law requiring access to free menstrual products at public campuses
New York Governor Kathy Hochul signs legislature requiring public campuses to provide free menstrual products. Read more »
Local officials field public perspectives during Syracuse Housing Strategy meeting
Residents from Syracuse neighborhoods met in Soule Branch Library to voice community feedback on the proposed Syracuse Housing Strategy. Read more »
While campus is quiet, Syracuse summer festivals foster a flourishing city community
Annual festivals like CNY Pride, CNY Scottish Games and the Syracuse Nationals experienced unprecedented turnout this summer. With entertaining performances and exhibits, the festivals are a safe space for Syracuse residents to come together and celebrate. Read more »
City groups discuss SU's plans to demolish 727 Comstock Ave., favor protected designation
City groups are discussing the future of the former fraternity house, which has caused debate between the community and Syracuse University. Read more »
New York politicians react to Biden's drop out
Biden's decision will impact local elections throughout New York state, where congressional races may influence partisan control in Congress. Read more »
Syracuse receives $50M federal grant for 15th Ward revitalization
Syracuse will receive $50 million for revitalization of the historically Black 15th Ward neighborhood after the I-81 viaduct is torn down. Read more »
Mannion wins 22nd Congressional District primary; other NY primary results decided
John Mannion was declared winner of the NY-22 Democratic party. The D.O. has compiled other primary results in the central New York region. Read more »
Basement gas leak ignition caused Carbon St. home collapse, officials say
The Syracuse Fire Department determined a natural gas pipe leak caused the North Side house collapse that injured two families on Tuesday. Read more »
Hochul designates funding for environmentally friendly transportation in central New York
The New York State Department of Transportation allocated $97.7 million to fund local environmentally-friendly transportation projects. Read more »
Syracuse home collapses, hospitalizes 11
A home in Syracuse's North Side neighborhood collapsed Tuesday afternoon, hospitalizing 11. An investigation into the incident is underway. Read more »
Trump verdict elicits reactions from New York politicians
In the days following former President Donald Trump being convicted of 34 felony counts, politicians throughout New York state are divided. Read more »
Syracuse Tenant Union’s ‘grassroots’ efforts emphasize tenant rights, landlord accountability
Palmer Harvey created a housing task force at Southside Tomorrow’s Neighborhoods Today after hearing about Syracuse’s lead issues. Read more »
Local, state politicians respond to Gaza Solidarity Encampment at SU
Local politicians who represent Syracuse shared their perspectives on Syracuse University's Gaza Solidarity Encampment to The Daily Orange. Read more »
Mayor Walsh responds to community perspectives ahead of CRB legislation decision
Community members called on Syracuse Mayor Ben Walsh to veto an amendment during a public hearing Wednesday. Read more »
Common Council reviews Syracuse Housing Study
The study found that in a survey of over 35,000 residential properties, that about one-third of them show signs of “deferred maintenance.” Read more »
