Tag: Central New York
Once rooted in farming, NYS Fair a hub of innovation 184 years later
Throughout its extensive history, the Great New York State Fair has acted both as a promotion for local businesses and the home of generations of tradition for local families. Read More »
Never-seen-before foods ring in new, old traditions at NYS Fair
Vendors bring their craziest flavor combinations to the Great New York State Fair, attracting adventurous eaters looking to fill their day with food. Read More »
Optimize the best of the Fair’s final days this Labor Day weekend
As the Great New York State Fair comes to a close on Labor Day, take advantage of the foods, rides, vendors and shows the fairgrounds have to offer. Read More »
Quiet rides, spaces welcome those with sensitivities to NYS Fair
The Great New York State Fair held its second-ever Sensory Friendly Day on Wednesday, making the Fair less stimulating for those with audio/visual sensitivities. Read More »
Personal Essay: Don’t conform to others' timelines. It denies contentment.
People tell you it’s time to grow up and prepare for the real world – and while that may be partially true, it’s daunting to convince yourself to part with the things that accompanied your growing up. Read More »
Catch Shaggy, Grammy-winner Dionne Warwick at the Fair this Labor Day weekend
Sample an array of musical genres at the New York State Fair this Labor Day weekend, from country artist Dustin Lynch to R&B star Dionne Warwick. Read More »
Lil Jon reminds fans at Chevy Court no one’s ‘too old to party’
Rapper Lil Jon performed hits like “Turn Down for What” alongside DJ booth favorites like “One More Time” at his concert Tuesday night, entertaining audiences from multiple generations. Read More »
Laufey reveals unfiltered romantic sense of self in ‘A Matter of Time’
Laufey's "A Matter of Time" is a stark change from the innocence of her previous albums, with unfiltered lyrics and genre-bending sound, our columnist says. Read More »
Opinion: New SNAP cuts wage war on low-income Americans
Cutting benefits and limiting choice forces people to do more with less, strips away their dignity and ignores the systemic and structural barriers that shape what ends up on their plates. Read More »
New state legislation targets college life improvements, affordability
Originally proposed in Gov. Kathy Hochul’s State of the State Address, laws include college affordability and increased job opportunities. Read More »
Dominic Fike looks backward to move forward in genre-blending ‘Rocket’
After a dramatic set at Lollapalooza “hard launching” him as a father, Dominic Fike released his album “Rocket,” analyzing his past struggles and pushing towards growth. Read More »
Haudenosaunee Welcome brings cultural values, nation’s history to forefront
Students, staff and members of the Haudenosaunee Confederacy gathered on the Shaw Quadrangle on Monday to welcome students back to campus with traditional prayers, dances and educational speeches in the fifth annual Haudenosaunee Welcome Gathering. Read More »
SU alumnus peeks into Hollywood as Adam Sandler’s body double
Nine years after a Reddit post launched Syracuse University alumnus Max Kessler to a brief stint of fame for his resemblance to Adam Sandler, he acted as a body double for Sandler in “Happy Gilmore 2”. Read More »
Personal Essay: Take advantage of unexpected communities, initiate social circle
Because I’m living on South Campus this year, I’ve decided to put in twice the amount of effort with the people around me. SU has a lot of initiatives in place though to support students like me who sometimes feel left behind – there are hundreds of student-run organizations for so many different opportunities. Read More »
Opinion: Presidential Fitness Test removed for a reason, return shames students
On July 31st, President Donald Trump signed a bill reinstating the Presidential Fitness Test in public schools across the country. The test is an “important step in our mission to make America healthy again,” Trump said. Read More »
Opinion: Concepcion’s DEICER app is revolutionary tool for immigrant community
SU doesn’t exist in a vacuum, nor do our identities as students, teachers and faculty. Acknowledgement, but better yet, leadership, in the fight against erasure is the representation we’ve been institutionally starved of. Read More »
GROUPLOVE overcomes downpour, leaves crowd ‘tongue tied’ at Chevy Court
Despite thunderstorms and heavy rain, GROUPLOVE took the stage at the Great New York State Fair Sunday night, performing fan favorites like "Tongue Tied" and "Ways to Go." Read More »
Opinion: Sinking into routine dilutes campus experience
SU is full of opportunities that won’t always be there after graduation — whether it’s storming the field after a huge win in the Dome, studying abroad through SU Abroad or starting a multimillion-dollar business through Orange Tank. Read More »
New director not enough to diversify ‘Nobody 2’ from predecessor
The plot of “Nobody 2” is almost indistinguishable from the original “Nobody,” only adding enhanced camera work and a focus on family Read More »
Find your fit with over 25 student groups at the Campus Media Fair on Friday
Learn about campus student publications and club sports teams or visit an art exhibition this week. Read More »
Audrey Hobert is unashamedly weird in ‘Who’s The Clown?’ debut
Audrey Hobert’s “Who’s The Clown?” blends a strong pop production with stream-of-consciousness storytelling that captures the anxieties of being a young adult. Read More »
Conan Gray embraces love’s beautiful tragedy in gutted ‘Wishbone’
With his latest album “Wishbone,” Conan Gray delivers his most authentic work to date, complete with candid lyrics, impressive vocals and cohesive themes. Read More »
The results are in: ‘New Girl’ duo Nick and Schmidt are BBBesties
The Daily Orange's readers theorize about where some of SU’s most beloved alumni, Nick and Schmidt of the TV show "New Girl," would’ve dormed as freshmen. Read More »
Get your planners out, there's a lot to look forward to this school year
From football games in the JMA Wireless Dome to sledding down Crouse Hill, there's lots to look forward to to have a quintessential Syracuse fall semester. Read More »