Get festive this winter with these 8 events
Get into the holiday spirit with these events in Syracuse and beyond Read more »
Clinton Square
The Syracuse Irish Festival brings the Emerald Isle to CNY
Irish pride took over Clinton Square this past weekend for the Syracuse Irish Festival. Read more »
Shamrock and roll at these 4 concerts this week
Jam out this weekend at concerts both in downtown Syracuse and right on campus. Read more »
Clinton Street Parking Garage code violations open for multiple years
Sixteen code violations highlighting structural integrity issues at the Clinton Street Parking Garage remain open years after being originally filed. Read more »
Start the school year in style with these 4 orientation events
Head down to the JMA Dome, Shaw Quadrangle and Hendricks Chapel for new student events this week! Read more »
171 years later, Jerry Rescue Day sparks local attention toward social change
Memorialized as a statue in Clinton Square, the event is an “inflection point” in the history of slavery in America. The statue features Samuel May, a white abolitionist; Rev. Jermain W. Loguen, a Black man who previously escaped his own enslavement and William “Jerry” Henry. Read more »
‘Céad Míle Fáilte’: Locals celebrate heritage at Syracuse Irish Festival
Irish culture was on full view at Clinton Square this weekend, with people from all over Syracuse meeting downtown for food, fun and festivities. Read more »
Taste of Syracuse food festival returns to Clinton Square after 2 years
Thousands of visitors came to Clinton Square this weekend to take part in the Taste of Syracuse Festival, which was returning from a two-year hiatus. Read more »
The Syracuse Christmas tree lighting returns after a 1-year hiatus
The general admission fee is $5, while children 12 and under and seniors (55 and older) will be charged $3. Skate rentals are $5. Read more »
Breonna Taylor protest in Syracuse draws over 100 people
About 100 people gathered in Clinton Square on Thursday to condemn the lack of indictments for the officers who killed Breonna Taylor. Read more »
Festival Latinoamericano Syracuse to celebrate heritage this summer
The Festival Latinoamericano Syracuse will celebrate Latin American culture through food, performances, and other entertainment. It will be held in Clinton Square on Aug. 3. Read more »
5 Instagram-worthy grad photo spots that aren't on campus
Check out places like Clinton Square or Elmwood Park to take photos for graduation. Read more »
Hanukkah started Sunday night. Here’s how the SU community is celebrating this week
Sunday night marked the start of the Jewish holiday Hanukkah, known as the festival of lights. Read more »
Common Council could allocate more funds for SU area bicycle network
The Council will vote Monday on a proposal to approve an additional $330,500 for the University Hill Bike Network Implementation Project. If approved, the money will be used to purchase ice bikes, which have blades that let them go smoothly over icy paths. Read more »
Syracuse’s proposed parks and rec fee increase could ice out low-income residents
Business columnist Patrick Linehan condemns the city of Syracuse’s proposed fee increase for city parks and the effects it could have on low-income residents. Read more »
Continue the week's celebrations with these weekend plans
The Valentine's Day celebrations don't have to end just yet. Whether you're going solo or have someone special, these weekend events are going to keep you up and about. Read more »
How the Erie Canal made Syracuse what it is today
It’s been 200 years since the construction of the Erie Canal. Here’s why you should know more about the canal and its history. Read more »
Annual Syracuse Irish Festival to take place this weekend
Nearly 20 years ago, the first Syracuse Irish Festival took place right in Armory Square. Today, bands from all around the country and even Ireland will gather to perform this weekend. Read more »
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 »
How to make the most of Syracuse parks department’s 100th birthday
With more tham 50 parks in the area, Syracuse has activities and events for everyone all summer. Read more »
Bulman: There’s no Planet B, and other takeaways from the Syracuse March for Science
Environment columnist Morgan Bulman explains how ordinary people can make sure they have a stake in the future of the planet. Read more »
Make memories at the Clinton Square ice skating rink — for free
Every Wednesday people within the Syracuse city and its surrounding area come together for a free night of skating. Read more »
Syracuse residents, Onondaga Nation march in protest of Dakota Access Pipeline
Hundreds of people marched almost six miles from the Onondaga Nation Arena to Clinton Square in Syracuse to oppose the construction of the Dakota Access Pipeline. Read more »
