100 volunteers unite to build the only pump track in Syracuse
Community members are working to turn an empty lot on West Fayette Street into a pump track called PumpTrackSYR. Read more »
Beyond the Hill
Salt City Market encourages customers to try various cuisines with ‘Foodie Passport’
Salt City Market’s "Foodie Passport" program sends customers on a voyage to every restaurant in the market. Read more »
The impact student customers have on Marshall Street small businesses
Independent restaurants on Marshall Street offer students a way to support local businesses and get a break from chain food. Read more »
Tired of dining hall breakfast? Here are 3 healthy recipes to make in your dorm
Though cooking in college can be difficult, there are still ways for students to prepare healthy meals. Read more »
Funky Town Comics owners invest in childhood hobby with Coffee and Comics event
At Marketplace on James, people can buy and read vintage comics while drinking coffee and trying quirky baked goods like “taco muffins.” Read more »
Syracuse residents will use $25,000 grant to decorate space in front of City Hall
The art project will make the space into a colorful area that visually encourages public assembly and political engagement. Read more »
Syracuse poet reads verses inspired by Ghanian heritage at Salt City Market
Wednesday night poet Kofi Antwi gave a poetry reading at Salt City Market on South Salina Street. Read more »
Syracuse couple's grab-and-go deli Daybird serves Mexican-inspired dishes
Married couple Jessica Capels and Billy Brill opened a new restaurant serving Mexican-inspired deli dishes. Read more »
Students missing DJ's look forward to Lucy Blu Island Bar and Club opening
Orange Crate Brewing Company will open a new tropical themed bar, Lucy Blu, on Marshall street in the spot that DJ’s on the Hill once stood. Read more »
Flower Skate Shop holds impromptu Shortcuts skateboard race
When last week’s “Shortcuts” skateboard race through downtown Syracuse was canceled, owners from two businesses helped spur an impromptu skate sesh. Read more »
Food Recovery Network aims to reduce food waste, fight hunger in Syracuse
SU’s Food Recovery Network works to make sure unwanted food in SU dining halls isn’t wasted, collecting up to 200 pounds of food to drop off at local charitable organizations. Read more »
Carrot ginger soup: an easy-to-make dish to add to your cooking repertoire
Food columnist Capeley Zimet introduces this soup recipe, a convenient food to know how to cook for students living in dorms and apartments with small kitchens. Read more »
SU senior’s love for Mini Lunch Box Cakes leads to unexpected success
Though she didn’t have much experience baking, Zoë Selesi decided to start her business after seeing other people making mini cakes. Read more »
Video: Meet the furry friends at Luna Cafe in Syracuse
Need a break from daily stressors? Come play with cats at Luna Cafe on East Fayette Street. The cat cafe, open from Tuesdays to Sundays,… Read more »
New Syracuse cat cafe offers visitors a 1-way ticket to Japan
Luna Cafe brings Japan to Syracuse through food, decor and cats. Read more »
6 high quality restaurants that won't make you and your family wait hours in line
Here’s six restaurants around campus that your family and friends will love this weekend. Read more »
How to build the perfect charcuterie board for under $20
Food Columnist Capely Zimet breaks down how to build a cheap and aesthetically pleasing cheese and meat board. Read more »
A La Mode restaurant is working to reopen in October despite staff shortage
Though the restaurant was a much-loved spot in the university area, it had to close temporarily due to labor shortages. Read more »
Ranking of the top 5 coffee places around SU
In honor of National Coffee Day, Capeley Zimet channels her inner Lorelai Gilmore to rank SU’s coffee scene. Read more »
To SU students and employees, coffee is more than just a hot beverage
In addition to the taste and caffeine content, many people also like the social aspects of coffee. Read more »
Westcott Street Cultural Fair returns with color, energy after 2020 cancellation
This Sunday was the Westcott Street Cultural Fair, where people came together for the first time since 2019 to celebrate the culture of the Westcott neighborhood. Read more »
6 events you can attend this weekend besides Juice Jam
The Daily Orange compiled a list of activities, concerts and sporting events in the area to check out if this concert is not your jam. Read more »
Flower Skate Shop merchandise fills missing piece in Syracuse skate scene
Flower Skate Shop is fully run by skaters, for skaters. Read more »
Cultural fair returns to Westcott Street after 1-year hiatus
The Westcott Street Cultural Fair will return on Sunday, Sept. 26 Read more »
