Experience the sights and sounds of the Great New York State Fair before its final weekend. From dizzy carnival rides to unforgettable concerts, there’s something for everyone to enjoy. Read more »
The Great New York State Fair's Villages allow local communities to share their culture with visitors. Vendors value their interactions with customers and other businesses. Read more »
At the Great New York State Fair, attendees aren't the only ones who come from far and wide. This year, vendors showcased their products after long hours of travel and work. Read more »
Party In The Park unites New Yorkers with local business owners for a fun-filled day of shopping. Hosted by Niche Production and the Black Artist Collective of central New York, the festival includes diverse talent and vendors from across the state. Read more »
The Onondaga Historical Association showcases Syracuse's sports history through various teams’ merchandise. The displayed jerseys serve as a recorded history for sports fans and residents. Read more »
Syracuse's “once in a lifetime” total solar eclipse spurred celebration throughout the city and on university campuses. Festivities include watch parties, a 5k race, museum activities and more. Read more »
Noble Cellar, a restaurant on Onondaga Street, opened last year. A former spot on the Underground Railroad, the owners are honoring the building’s history. Read more »
Maple Weekend gives syrup producers the chance to share their product with the local community. Visitors learn about the production process, from tapping the trees to the bottle that ends up in stores. Read more »
For first-time runners and experienced marathoners alike, the Syracuse Half Marathon is a special event. Some participants ran in honor of lost loved ones or to prove that they could overcome illness. Read more »
Central New York is one of the longest running hotspots of hardcore music in America, and to commemorate it an exhibit was constructed to remember the history of the hardcore scene. Read more »
Syracuse University a cappella group, Otto Tunes, went to the ICCA Semifinals for the first time. The group has a close bond, which helped them reach this point. Read more »
The 31st Syracuse Area Music Awards is this weekend. The award show honors central New York artists within 60 miles of Syracuse. Read more »
Syracuse restaurants are coming together, once again, for Dining Weeks. During this annual, week-long event, local restaurants will offer deals on lunch, dinner and sweets. Read more »
Flower Skate Shop reopened this week at its new location on Walton Street. The Armory Square spot allows them to connect with the Syracuse community more. Read more »
For 60 years, Green Beer Sunday has hit Tipperary Hill. The day allows people to celebrate St. Patrick’s Day early in a field with a truck of green beer, live performances and a 10,000-gallon truck of green beer. Read more »
On Saturday, SU a cappella groups Otto Tunes and Groovestand competed at the International Championship of Collegiate A Cappella. Friends from SU traveled to support the student performers. Read more »
Highlighting work by incarcerated individuals, Project Mend’s second issue came out this weekend. The literary magazine was the culmination of months of work by a team of people impacted by the justice system and SU students. Read more »
Gallery: Seven Acres Alpaca Farm, home to 24 alpacas, sits on the hills of Onondaga. The alpacas' caretakers, Bill Bundy and Paul McKinney, have been together for 40 years. Read more »
With weekly mentorship events and leadership summits, J.U.M.P. Nation connects Syracuse University students with the local community. The organization aims to close the gap between the campus and the greater community. Read more »
Schoolyard Bagels ownership hopes to offer a meal solution to students and employees around Syracuse University whose days start early and end late. Read more »
On Feb. 1, CrossRoads Collective hosted the Acoustic Evening at Town Shop Youth Center. The concert aimed to unify Syracuse’s communities through music. Read more »
After nearly three years, Marketplace on James closed its doors in December. The market was home to vendors who sold art, jewelry and antiques. Read more »
Salt City Market celebrates its third birthday, anticipating new additions this year. While some vendors are leaving to set up independent shops, new ones are joining the market like SINBUN. Read more »
Pinball players gathered for a weekend of gaming at the International Flipper Pinball Association’s New York State Championship hosted by Skill Shot Arcade. Players battled for the number one spot. Read more »
