Tag: Ben Walsh
Syracuse chief data officer talks Syracuse Surge, ‘smart’ city
Sam Edelstein, Syracuse's chief data officer, said data will be used to shape future city policies. Read More »
‘Syracuse Surge’ initiative aims to renovate South Side
The initiative includes places for a new STEAM school, as well as data and research centers. Read More »
Syracuse Common Councilors react to ‘State of the City’ address
The councilors spoke about advancements to economic development initiatives and the mayor’s goal of achieving fiscal sustainability. Read More »
‘Community for the Grid’ meeting attendees discuss I-81 replacement options
Community for the Grid organized a meeting on Tuesday to discuss the possible community grid replacement to the Interstate-81 viaduct. Read More »
Common Council approves tax-sharing agreement
The plan will bring hundreds of millions of dollars in sales tax revenue to the city through 2030. Read More »
Common Council to vote on sales tax-sharing agreement
The council votes Tuesday on a proposal that would give Syracuse more than $800 million in tax revenue. Read More »
Mayor Walsh gives updates on economic growth initiatives in 2nd ‘State of the City’ address
Walsh announced two major developments to his “Syracuse Build” initiative, including a collaboration with Syracuse University. Read More »
Here’s what Common Councilors expect Mayor Walsh to say during his ‘State of the City’ address
The councilors said they think Walsh will talk about city finances and initiatives of his inaugural year. Read More »
Government shutdown affects central New York
Food stamps and Section 8 housing vouchers could be at risk if the shutdown continues. Read More »
Common Council debates sales tax-sharing agreement with Onondaga County
The agreement would share sales tax with Onondaga County, and it would last until 2030. Read More »
Ben Walsh reflects on his 1st year as mayor
Walsh began his term by creating four main objectives that could serve as a guide for his administration. Read More »
Onondaga County Supervisors and Mayors associations want I-81 to maintain current route
Representatives from over a dozen suburban towns and villages advocated for either a hybrid tunnel or a new viaduct. Read More »
New police chief Kenton Buckner earned reputation as a progressive leader
Buckner's top priorities three priorities as head of the Syracuse Police Department are to decrease violent crime, increase the diversity of the police force and build relationships with the community. Read More »
A local boxing center produces champions, but outreach for at-risk youth remains its central mission
The West Area Athletic and Educational Center offers boxing programs for at-risk youth, GED classes and tutoring. Read More »
57 priests accused of sexual abuse in list released by Syracuse Diocese
The Bishop of Syracuse announced in a letter on Saturday that the church would release the names of priests credibly accused of abuse. Read More »
Hanukkah started Sunday night. Here’s how the SU community is celebrating this week
Sunday night marked the start of the Jewish holiday Hanukkah, known as the festival of lights. Read More »
5 ZIP codes in Syracuse are among most economically distressed in US
According to a national report, five ZIP codes in Syracuse ranked 90 or above in levels of economic distress on a 0-100 scale over a five-year period. Read More »
Syracuse to offer paid family leave for employees
Nonunionized city employees will be eligible for 12 weeks of paid family leave beginning Saturday. Read More »
Downtown Syracuse Rite Aid to close after 40 years in business
The South Salina Street location was purchased by Walgreens in May, and all the prescriptions will be moved to another Walgreens-owned Rite Aid on the Near Westside one mile away. Read More »
US military members describe significance of Veteran’s Day
Sunday marked the 100th anniversary of the end of World War I. Read More »
Veterans honored during ceremony in downtown Syracuse
The ceremony was held at the Onondaga County War Memorial. Read More »
New Syracuse police chief promises to combat gun violence, increase diversity
Kenton Buckner answered questions from Syracuse residents at a “Meet the Chief Forum” on Sunday. Read More »
County opioid overdose rate higher than national average, new tool shows
A new tool shows Onondaga County’s opioid death rate between 2012 and 2016 was 22.6 per 100,000 people, about 8 points higher than the national average. Read More »