Tag: Central New York
New York state awards nearly $6 million to Catholic Charities of Onondaga County
The funding is part of a larger initiative from Hochul that allocated $17.3 million in state funding to provide both permanent and emergency housing for people experiencing homelessness. Read More »
Purple Banana opens as fresh açaí bowl addition to Syracuse area
After pursuing his dream of owning a restaurant, Luke Nicolette opened Purple Banana at 754 S. Crouse Ave. Read More »
Dawn Williams Boyd’s exhibit ‘Woe’ crafts fiber art into timeless historical portrayals
The fiber artist’s “Woe” exhibition includes works that critique the history of violence and injustice against Black Americans and will be available at the Everson Museum of Art until April 10. Read More »
SU should not remove their mask mandate, even after New York state removed theirs
Because masks are one of the most effective ways to prevent spreading COVID-19, they should be worn on campus for another year or until active cases in the community are down to the single digits. Read More »
The difficulties of having tics on a college campus
There is a need for education and the normalization of neurodivergent lives in our society, especially at the university level. Read More »
Global Chinese Connection looks to make students feel at home with Lantern Festival
Global China Connection hosted a Lantern Festival celebration in the Schine Student Center Underground on Feb. 15. Read More »
SU gyms need to be more inclusive to ensure their toxic culture doesn't persist
Focusing on intuitive exercise is the key to maximizing gym experiences and living a balanced lifestyle while at college. Read More »
Kimberly T. Hill appointed as New York state’s 1st Chief Disability Officer
The position was established Tuesday along with the Office of the Chief Disability Officer, which will advocate for people with disabilities. Read More »
$70 million grant to build programs, assist with costs in child care deserts
The funds will be allocated to assisting new child care providers in child care deserts to cover start-up and personnel costs; build their programs; recruit, train and retain staff; and give them resources so employees can access COVID-19 vaccines. Read More »
Ryusuke Hamaguchi brilliantly crafts a ‘slow burn’ film with ‘Drive My Car’
“Drive My Car” is a slow burn film that expertly utilizes a nearly 3-hour runtime to explore side characters and build on its main themes, Screentime columnist Henry O’Brien writes. Read More »
New County Legislature leaders set sights on Ryan McMahon’s spending
Jim Rowley, the new chair of the Onondaga County Legislature, plans to focus on improving spending and ethics policies during his tenure. Read More »
Being single on Valentine’s Day doesn’t have to be lonely
Need Valentine’s Day plans that don’t include a significant other? Advice from these SU students can help you have fun on the holiday, whether you’re spending it alone or with friends. Read More »
Romantic, cheap dates to take your significant other to on Valentine’s Day
Struggling to find a cute but affordable date idea for Valentine’s Day? Here are a few recommendations from SU students. Read More »
Celebrate National Pizza Day at these 5 central New York pizza shops
National Pizza Day was Feb. 9. To celebrate, check out these restaurants’ takes on what is perhaps the most classic of comfort foods. Read More »
Following COVID-19 pause, Syracuse Auto Expo returns for 113th show
The Syracuse Auto Expo’s 113th show will be held at The Oncenter’s Nicholas J. Pirro Convention Center from Feb. 10-13. Read More »
3 possible restaurants to make Marshall Street more appealing
Although Marshall Street is a hub for SU students and locals alike, the addition of Lucy Blu’s should have people wanting more out of an essential part of the SU area. Read More »
UU, WeMedia Lab to screen ‘Myth of Love’ in celebration of Lunar New Year
The movie will be shown at 7:30 p.m. on Feb. 16 in HBC Gifford Auditorium. Read More »
Movies and TV shows to avoid the cold this winter
Screentime columnist Christopher Reilly selected these five movies and TV shows for students to watch while staying warm indoors this winter. Read More »
Students should go to more SU basketball games to showcase their school spirit
Students should take advantage of the exciting basketball games that will take place during these next few months in the Dome. Read More »
Earl Sweatshirt gives nod to ongoing pandemic in new album ‘SICK!’
Earl Sweatshirt’s latest album “SICK!” shows how far he has come as a solo artist, music columnist Anish Vasudevan says. Read More »
Dr. Juhanna Rogers discusses place-based storytelling at ‘Conventions’ series
Juhanna Rogers, a Newark, New Jersey native, led a two-hour webinar discussing place-based storytelling and more as part of the Syracuse Symposium: Conventions series. Read More »
University Union to host comedians Jay Pharoah and Matteo Lane
University Union announced in a press release that comedians Jay Pharoah and Matteo Lane will perform at Syracuse University on Feb. 18. Read More »
3 SU students created 'Womanifesto,' shedding light on sexual abuse on campus
Three Syracuse University film students released a film about gender discrimination at SU called “Womanifesto.” The film was shown at the Shaffer Art Building on Feb. 6. Read More »
Nave Law Winter Fair returns, featuring food vendors, live shows
The Nave Law Winter Fair took place indoors from Feb. 4 to Feb. 6 at the New York State Fairgrounds’ Exposition Center. Read More »