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Thornden Park gets ready for spring with restoration projects

Thornden Park Association has been working over the last 35 years to restore the historic park and make it more accessible to the Syracuse community. Read More »

March 27, 2018 at 10:11 pm


Mayor Ben Walsh joins panelists at Syracuse University I-81 symposium

The panel was co-hosted by the Maxwell School of Citizenship and Public Affairs and the School of Architecture. Read More »

March 23, 2018 at 10:53 am


Mayor Ben Walsh addresses fiscal crisis, economic development plans in ‘state of the city’ speech

The speech was Walsh’s second major address since his public inauguration on Jan. 6. Read More »

February 1, 2018 at 12:20 am


Triple-threat comedian Sebastian Maniscalco to perform at the Landmark Theatre

Sebastian Maniscalco always knew he wanted to be a comedian. Now, he's one of the highest paid in his field and is making a stop in Syracuse this week. Read More »

January 24, 2018 at 7:20 pm


South Side food cooperative previously funded by Syracuse University closes

A South Side food co-op whose secretary is a former Syracuse mayoral candidate has shut down, again. Read More »

January 23, 2018 at 10:18 pm


Are you in New York City or LA over winter break? Check out these bars.

If you're looking for new places to have a reasonably cheap night out in New York or Los Angeles, Thirsty Thursday columnist Mikey Light has some ideas.  Read More »

December 10, 2017 at 6:26 pm


'The Lion King' generates record-breaking millions in economic benefit for Syracuse

After its three-week run in downtown Syracuse, “The Lion King” provided millions in revenue to the city as it set a record with its earnings. Read More »

November 21, 2017 at 11:29 am


Gallery: Syracuse mayoral candidates react to election results

Independent candidate Ben Walsh received about 54 percent of the vote on Tuesday. Read More »

November 8, 2017 at 1:40 am


FIGHTING SPIRIT: Mayor Stephanie Miner reflects on her 8-year tenure, leading the city of Syracuse, fighting for the underdog

After eight years as mayor of Syracuse, Stephanie Miner is now looking toward her future teaching position at New York University. Read More »

November 1, 2017 at 11:07 pm


Thrive at SU works to bridge gap between students and refugee community

Thrive at SU and InterFaith Works collaborate to connect Syracuse University students with the Syracuse refugee committee. Read More »

October 30, 2017 at 9:12 pm


Syracuse police investigate stabbing at party on Sumner Avenue

A 21-year-old man was injured at a party early Sunday morning, police said, after being stabbed in the neck. Read More »

October 29, 2017 at 5:30 pm


Kevin Hart to return to Syracuse as part of his ‘Irresponsible’ tour

The comedian, actor and author will perform at the Oncenter on March 11. Tickets for the stand-up show go on sale Friday at 10 a.m. on Ticketmaster. Read More »

October 16, 2017 at 8:05 pm


Take this quiz to decide what to do with your loved ones this Family Weekend

Use this quiz to figure out what’s best suited for you and your family to do in Syracuse and its surrounding areas. Read More »

October 11, 2017 at 9:05 pm


Breaking down the economic plans of Syracuse mayoral candidates

Business columnist Adam Friedman outlines an aspect of each Syracuse mayoral candidate's economic goals, including how they will be implemented. Read More »

September 27, 2017 at 10:56 pm


Erie Canal bicentennial to be celebrated at World Canals Conference in Syracuse

Hundreds of canal enthusiasts will come to Syracuse on Sunday to discuss and celebrate the research, preservation and revitalization of canals across the globe. Read More »

September 20, 2017 at 10:47 pm


Syracuse organizations come together to host 3-part documentary series

In partnership with three local Syracuse organizations, The Gifford Foundation will host one of a three-part documentary series at the ArtRage Gallery on Wednesday to spark community dialogue. Read More »

September 18, 2017 at 10:59 pm


An explanation of the 2017 Syracuse mayoral race, its candidates and the issues they’re running on

Learn more about the Syracuse mayoral candidates and their positions on certain issues as the November election approaches. Read More »

September 11, 2017 at 12:18 am


Gallery: Syracuse community rallies against white nationalist violence in Charlottesville

Syracuse community members gathered downtown on Sunday to rally against white nationalist violence in Charlottesville, Virginia. Read More »

August 13, 2017 at 9:37 pm


3 Syracuse-related news stories from the last week

This past week there have been several campus updates as well as major local news stories. Here are the top three Syracuse-related news stories you need to know about. Read More »

August 11, 2017 at 2:03 pm


2 men accused of killing Syracuse University student to face trial Monday

Xiaoping “Pippen” Yuan, a Syracuse University student, died in Dewitt last September. Two men have been charged with first- and second-degree murder in connection to his death. Read More »

August 6, 2017 at 10:00 am


Alfonso Davis shut out from Democratic primary in Syracuse mayoral race

Syracuse mayoral race candidate Alfonso Davis was ruled ineligible to run in the Democratic primary as he failed to obtain sufficient valid signatures. Read More »

August 4, 2017 at 11:48 pm


Top 3 Syracuse-related news stories this week

From high rankings for Syracuse University to possible mergers in Syracuse, the local area was flooded with news. Here are the top three Syracuse-related news stories from the past week. Read More »

August 3, 2017 at 8:48 pm


See who is endorsing the candidates running for mayor of Syracuse

As the Syracuse mayoral election grows closer, take a look at who is backing whom with The Daily Orange’s candidate endorsement tracker. Read More »

July 13, 2017 at 4:04 pm


Gallery: See the weekly construction progress on South Crouse Avenue

Construction work on South Crouse Avenue is being done this summer to build an eight-story multiuse complex. See the weekly progress of the construction in photos. Read More »

July 8, 2017 at 4:28 pm