Tag: city
Gallery: Syracuse community gathers for annual Sept. 11 ceremony
More than 100 police officers, firefighters, city officials and residents came to the city for Syracuse’s annual 17 Minutes of Silence Ceremony. Read More »
Syracuse government officials debate future of lead paint program
In August 2016, the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development denied Syracuse’s application for $2.9 million in grant money to reinstate their lead paint program. This ongoing problem is being debated amongst government officials, but no solution has been provided for the citizens struggling with lead paint in their homes. Read More »
Community engagement program connects citizens with local government
Citizens' Academy, a free, 8-week program, seeks to teach its 35 participants about the operation of local government and hopes to inspire them to participate themselves. Read More »
What you need to know about rides and entertainment at the New York State Fair
A staple of any fair is its rides, and the New York State fair is no exception. With over 20 rides to choose from, any fairgoer can chase the thrill at the fairgrounds, in addition to listening to musical performances. Read More »
State Fair celebrates 175 years with $50 million in improvements
Catch up with The Great New York State Fair's rich 175-year history and learn about the new improvements implemented by Gov. Andrew Cuomo. Read More »
3 easy ways to get yourself to The Great New York State Fair
Looking forward to the NY State Fair, but don't know how to get to the Fairgrounds? Take the bus, call a cab, or hitch a ride. Read More »
Syracuse City School District students show improved test scores, but still lag behind statewide scores
Students in third through eighth grades in the Syracuse City School District have improved their standardized test scores in both math and English, but the scores still lag behind statewide scores. Read More »
Syracuse police officers arrest suspect of homicide near Syracuse University campus
The Syracuse Police Department arrested the suspect of a homicide on Tuesday afternoon. Read More »
Syracuse police investigate drive-by shooting, stabbing
Syracuse Police Department officers responded to two separate incidents — a drive-by shooting and a stabbing — early on Sunday morning. Read More »
Gallery: Hundreds of Syracuse community members participate in Black Lives Matter march
Hundreds of community members gathered in downtown Syracuse to protest against police brutality through a Black Lives Matter march on Monday afternoon. Read More »
Q&A: Tony Award winner and SU alumnus talks Broadway and architecture
Nine SU alumni were nominated for Tony Awards this year. The Daily Orange sat down with one of the winners to talk about how his degree in architecture led to a Broadway career. Read More »
Syracuse University releases 20-year plan for campus development with Campus Framework draft
Syracuse University Chancellor Kent Syverud released a draft of the Campus Framework plan to the SU community on Monday after 18 months of planning and campus outreach. Read More »
Syracuse community members mourn loss of Orlando shooting victims with candlelight vigil
Hundreds of Syracuse community members gathered in front of Syracuse's City Hall on Monday evening to mourn the victims of the Orlando shooting. Read More »
State legislature committees pass 2 bills legalizing Uber in New York
A New York state Senate committee approved a bill on Wednesday that would legalize ride-hailing services, such as Uber and Lyft, in Syracuse and elsewhere in New York. Read More »
Bill legalizing Uber and Lyft in New York state expected to pass
A bill to legalize ride-hailing services, such as Uber and Lyft, in Syracuse and elsewhere in New York state is expected to pass. Read More »
Experts explore definition and approach to climate change adaptation
Climate adaptation experts gathered inside Eggers Hall at Syracuse University on Friday to answer one question: "How do we define and approach climate change adaptation?” Read More »
Moran: Hong Kong's current political situation is unstable
Abroad columnist Claire Moran discusses the political tension that exists between the people of Hong Kong and the Chinese mainland, and what the end of the "One Country, Two Systems” platform could mean. Read More »
Company that owns Destiny USA reveals plans for cheaper hotel than original proposal
The company that owns Destiny USA has announced their updated plans to build a smaller, cheaper hotel across from the mall in Syracuse. Original plans for this hotel were made in 2014, but the new plans have cut the budget costs nearly in half. Read More »
New York state owes Syracuse City School District $63 million in unpaid funding
Gov. Andrew Cuomo promised to restore funding cut from the Syracuse City School District, but the district has not seen any of the money. Read More »
Syracuse community members express skepticism at meeting on potential merger
Community members shared their concerns and worries regarding the potential merger between the city of Syracuse and Onondaga County at a town hall meeting Monday night. Read More »
Community members gather at vigil for baby Maddox Lawrence
Members of the Syracuse community gathered for a candlelight vigil on Wednesday night for Maddox Lawrence, the 21-month-old who was killed Saturday. Read More »
South Side 'food desert' gets grocery store for 1st time in 30 years
A Price Rite will be built in the South Side of Syracuse, making this the first time in 30 years that the area will have a grocery store. Read More »
The positives and negatives of The Warehouse 10 years after occupation, as told by Syracuse University community
Since The Warehouse became a part of campus 10 years ago, the Syracuse University reflect on whether or not it has achieved its intended purpose. Read More »
Abandoned train station platform in Syracuse to be given $1.5 million renovation
The Department of Transportation has dedicated $1.5 million to the renovation of an abandoned train station platform in downtown Syracuse. Read More »