Double Up Food Bucks NYS program combats food insecurity in Syracuse
The Syracuse Downtown Farmers Market is one of several businesses that opted into the Double Up Food Bucks NYS program earlier this summer. Read more »
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Micron delays semiconductor plant construction amid environmental concerns
Micron Technology’s semiconductor manufacturing facility in Clay, New York, was delayed due to environmental review drawback. Read more »
Empire State Voices panel addresses Syracuse's childhood poverty crisis
Policy experts called on Syracuse community members to engage in “frank” conversations about the city’s ongoing child poverty crisis. Read more »
Westcott Neighborhood Association, city officials discuss rise in local crime
The Westcott Neighborhood Association held a public meeting with Syracuse elected officials to field public safety concerns from residents. Read more »
Common Council approves emergency responders grant, program for at-risk youth
The Syracuse City Common Council approved multiple funding proposals for local emergency responders during its Monday afternoon meeting. Read more »
NYSDOT completes Syracuse's 1st non-residential roundabout
The New York State Department of Transportation opened one of the roundabouts proposed in the Interstate 81 Viaduct Project. Read more »
‘CUSE Cash now accepted at off-campus restaurants
Several off-campus eateries began accepting ‘CUSE Cash — SU’s cash account program for faculty, staff and students — this fall semester. Read more »
Syracuse holds annual city memorial for Sept. 11 attacks
The city of Syracuse held its annual 9/11 remembrance ceremony commemorating the nearly 3,000 lives lost during the attacks. Read more »
SU officials review revised Ostrom Avenue dorm proposal with City Planning Commission
Syracuse University presented its revised proposal of the Ostrom Avenue dormitory to the Syracuse City Planning Commission Monday evening. Read more »
SPD audit recommends 'civilianization' of some roles, use of city resources
Syracuse City Auditor Alexander Marion and Chief of Police Joe Cecile presented a report analyzing the Syracuse Police Department’s staffing. Read more »
I-81 ramp near Destiny USA Mall closes for viaduct removal until summer 2025
The southbound Genant Drive ramp to Interstate 81 closed Monday morning for construction associated with the I-81 viaduct removal project. Read more »
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 »
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 »
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 »
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 »
