Tag: Onondaga County
Meet the candidates running for Syracuse local public office this election
As Election Day in Syracuse is next Tuesday, The Daily Orange is breaking down the candidates on both unopposed and contested ballots. Read More »
Demolition marks 'major milestone' in Syracuse Housing Authority's East Adams project
The SHA and firm McCormack Baron Salazar began demolishing McKinney Manor, a 75-unit housing complex in the East Adams neighborhood. Read More »
Former Avis employee accused of stealing 47 rental cars from Syracuse airport
A former Avis Budget Car Rental employee is suspected of cooperating in the theft of 47 rental cars from Syracuse Hancock Airport. Read More »
No yard signs, no endorsements, few donors: Tim Rudd’s ‘unlikely’ mayoral candidacy
Independent Syracuse mayoral candidate Tim Rudd is running an isolated, atypical campaign set on turning the page on the establishment. Read More »
Common Council greenlights construction development, amends housing
The Syracuse City Common Council passed multiple bills related to housing development at its Monday meeting, some amended previous bills. Read More »
Syracuse mayoral candidates mix sharp debates, humor at final forum
Syracuse’s four mayoral candidates talked about plans for their future administrations at a forum Thursday. Read More »
Erie Canal’s bicentennial commemorates waterway’s history of ‘harm’
The Erie Canal Bicentennial will end this year, commemorating the canal’s history of displacing communities, including the Haudenosaunee. Read More »
CNY lawmakers oppose Hochul’s pipeline plan, cite water quality risks
Central New York lawmakers spoke out against Gov. Kathy Hochul’s implementation of Northeast Supply Enhancement and Construction Pipelines in the state. Read More »
Opinion: The college experience isn’t just on campus. We need to bridge the gap.
To alleviate that disconnect, SU needs to better provide and advertise to its students more opportunities to become acclimated with the city which it calls home. Read More »
On the midterm grind? Unwind with Sound Bath, Smash Bros. tourney this week
Shake off the stress of finals this week with a sound bath at Park Central Presbyterian Church, or take a different route and focus your energy on gaming at a Super Smash Bros. tournament this week. Read More »
Thousands rally against Trump in DeWitt, join ‘No Kings’ protests across U.S.
Demonstrators in DeWitt joined millions across the US and abroad to protest President Donald Trump in nationwide “No Kings” protests Oct. 18. Read More »
City lead advocates share concerns on I-81 deconstruction, projected impact
Syracuse lead advocates shared environmental concerns over the deconstruction of the I-81 viaduct, which is set to start summer 2026. Read More »
Syracuse mayoral candidates tackle local issues, Trump admin at Oct. 14 debate
Deputy Mayor Sharon Owens, alongside her three opponents, faced and rebutted numerous challenges over an hourlong debate Tuesday. Read More »
Local nonprofits hold Syracuse vigil for Palestinians killed in 2 years of war in Gaza
Two years after Oct. 7, activists met at Erie Boulevard and East Genesee Street for a vigil honoring Palestinians killed in the ongoing war in Gaza. Read More »
Key dates, candidates to know ahead of Syracuse's Nov. 4 election
As Syracuse mayor, board of education and Common Council elections are 29 days away, The Daily Orange lists key names and dates. Read More »
Recovery Cafe invites rural residents facing addiction, loss
Recovery Café in Camden is a new option for group support and meals for rural residents facing addiction, grief and loss. Read More »
3 Syracuse Jewish groups host Oct. 7 community memorial
Syracuse Jewish organizations gathered Sunday for Oct. 7 victims. The memorial had music, prayer and stories from survivors and families. Read More »
Forum prompts Common Council, mayoral candidates on federally threatened food programs
The Syracuse-Onondaga Food Systems Alliance hosted a press conference to discuss government food programs amid federal cuts. Read More »
Officials confirm 'suspicious package' found near City Hall is noise monitor
The “suspicious package” found near City Hall Monday was determined to be a listening device, placed for “environmental and traffic monitoring." Read More »
SPD-Axon drone program slated for Common Council's Monday agenda
As the Syracuse City Common Council prepares to consider SPD’s drone program, the plan has sparked concerns about unwanted surveillance. Read More »
Some officials avoid ‘sanctuary’ title, but embrace Syracuse’s immigrant roots
In 2017, former Mayor Stephanie Miner declared Syracuse a sanctuary city to protect its immigrant population. Read More »
Syracuse ABC affiliate NewsChannel9 to not air ‘Jimmy Kimmel Live’
Syracuse’s NewsChannel9, an ABC affiliate owned by Nexstar Media Group, announced it will not run “Jimmy Kimmel Live” tonight. Read More »
Explore 2 new foreign recipes at CNY regional market’s weekly ‘Soup Camp’
The CNY regional market hosted its third “Soup Camp” Sunday to teach and share international recipes and tastings. Read More »
Nearly 2,800 Syracuse lead pipes to be replaced under Hochul infrastructure funding
Gov. Kathy Hochul announced a $176 million statewide investment to improve sewer and water infrastructure. Read More »