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Syracuse University appoints senior VP for business development
SYRACUSE, N.Y. — Syracuse University (SU) has announced the appointment of Dan Dillon as senior VP for business development. In this role, Dillon will lead efforts to expand SU’s business-development portfolio, with an emphasis on growing Syracuse University Global and the university’s online and post-traditional education offerings. He will report directly to SU Chancellor Kent […]
First phase of Rome Family YMCA’s renovation project is almost complete
ROME, N.Y. — Rome Family YMCA is “making significant strides” with the renovation of its W. Bloomfield Street facility, transitioning from plans for new construction to an “ambitious” remodeling effort. With the first phase approaching completion, the work conducted so far has included a brand-new Spin Studio with modern lighting, sound, and air conditioning, along
VIEWPOINT: Celebrating downtown Syracuse & looking ahead to exciting future
Downtown Syracuse is a lively and dynamic community. It’s a place where people live, work, and play, at it’s always changing and growing. The revitalization of downtown Syracuse reflects the collaborative efforts of community partners, residents, business owners, and investors, all driven by a shared vision for our city center. This vibrant social hub serves
Soul Society serves up refreshments with style
SYRACUSE — Salon owner Michaela Kawryga recognized a need for a convenient place downtown for her and her stylists to get quick, nutritious refreshments, so she started a second business to do just that. In 2022, Kawryga opened Soul Society, a juice bar and raw café, in a space at 230 West Genesee St., adjoining
INSPYRE Innovation Hub now open for startups, innovators, events
It’s the former Tech Garden SYRACUSE — After more than two years of work, the INSPYRE Innovation Hub (the former Tech Garden) is now home to the finalists in the Genius NY business accelerator and other tenants, and plans to hold events to welcome other entrepreneurs. Officials were scheduled to formally open the expanded venue
Developer hopes to start demolition work for Onondaga Hotel later this year
SYRACUSE — The Onondaga Hotel project is on track for a tentative parking-garage demolition in late 2025, with a 24-month time frame from the groundbreaking to the opening of the facility. That’s according to an Aug. 26 email from the City of Syracuse to CNYBJ. The developer, Sun Development & Management Corporation, plans to demolish
Bicentennial gala in Clinton Square to mark 200 years of Erie Canal and Syracuse
SYRACUSE — The Onondaga Historical Association (OHA) and the Erie Canal Museum will co-host the “Our Glorious Workplaces: Bicentennial Gala,” presented by Feldmeier Equipment on Oct. 17 from 5:30-10 p.m. in Clinton Square in downtown Syracuse. The gala commemorates two historic milestones in Central New York: the bicentennial of the Erie Canal and the 200th
Renovation of Hanover Square fountain to wrap by year’s end
SYRACUSE — The effort to renovate the fountain in Hanover Square, which started back in mid-June, is ongoing and will continue through the fall. The City of Syracuse, Department of Parks, Recreation, & Youth Programs says the work area is at the intersection of Warren, Water, and East Genesee streets in the downtown area. The
Five Iron Golf takes a swing at Syracuse market with downtown venue
SYRACUSE — Onondaga County has long had many venues in its suburbs and rural communities where people can enjoy golf. Soon, Central New York golfers will be able to tee off year-round in the heart of downtown Syracuse. A franchise location of the Five Iron Golf chain of indoor golf simulators is slated to open
Latest phase of interior renovation work at Landmark Theatre now complete
SYRACUSE — The work to restore the 97-year-old auditorium inside the Landmark Theatre is now complete with the latest Broadway in Syracuse season underway, starting with “Hamilton” from Sept. 9-21. The renovation work focused on the restoration of the proscenium (the arch that goes over the stage), the area between the proscenium and the balcony
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