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Writer: Stacy Fernández

7 spots in central New York to celebrate the Fourth of July

Take a trip outside of Syracuse this weekend to celebrate with street festivals, parades and cherry picking in a neighboring town. Read More »

July 1, 2017 at 12:07 am

Photographers involved in prison, hallucinogenic and history preserving work receive Light Work award

The 43rd annual Light Work Grants in Photography was recently awarded to three artists in the Central New York area. Their work will be featured in a group exhibition at Light Work in the fall. Read More »

May 19, 2017 at 8:37 pm

Here are 6 Syracuse ice cream shops to satisfy your cravings

Ice-cream shops in the Syracuse area have begun to open for the summer season, offering summer specials and signature treats. Read More »

May 17, 2017 at 3:19 pm

Senior Samantha Skaller uses personal history to shift sexual assault culture on college campuses

Skaller served on the national "It's On Us" Student Advisory Committee for two years to raise awareness about the prevalence of sexual assault on college campuses. Read More »

May 8, 2017 at 7:34 pm

3 things to know about Moxie Raia before she opens Mayfest

Univeristy Union announced pop singer Moxie Raia as the opening act for Mayfest 2017. Here are three facts before seeing her on Friday. Read More »

April 25, 2017 at 10:55 pm

This senior was once denied permission to start an LGBTQ club. So she transferred to SU.

Jestina Ortega, a senior women's and gender studies and psychology dual major, has found a place at Syracuse University to express her different identities. Read More »

April 16, 2017 at 8:09 pm

This nonprofit brought Price Rite to the southwest side and filled its job vacancies, too

Before the first supermarket in nearly 40 years could open on Syracuse’s southwest side, 125 employees needed to be hired. A local nonprofit took on the task of filling those spots with local community members. Read More »

April 12, 2017 at 12:20 am

5 things to know about English duo AlunaGeorge before Block Party

This pair from London with a sweet sound is part of the lineup for this year's Block Party. Read More »

April 8, 2017 at 6:38 pm

'Pack Up Your Sorrows' shows singer-songwriter’s struggle with mental health

Mental health documentary filmmakers will make appearance at Tuesday screening. They were brought on campus by Active Minds at Syracuse University, a mental health advocacy organization. Read More »

April 3, 2017 at 10:32 pm

Father-son duo went from being on the run to running a music production company

Makhai Bailey, a 17-year-old rapper from Syracuse, co-owns Freeborn Music Productions alongside his father. The label promotes the idea of spreading positive messages through rap music. Read More »

April 3, 2017 at 12:19 am

Q&A: You wouldn't think barbecue and yoga would make a perfect pair

The Daily Orange spoke with Dinosaur Bar-B-Que’s marketing director to get the inside scoop on the new “Yoga & BBQ.” Read More »

March 27, 2017 at 10:17 pm

Believe in Syracuse to produce first public art piece for city

Believe in Syracuse, a non-profit dedicated to celebrating the city of Syracuse, will install a new art piece downtown, tentatively by April 1. Read More »

March 18, 2017 at 7:01 pm

Humans of New York superfans model project off Brandon Stanton's work

There are fans who follow Brandon Stanton's work regularly, and then there are fans who are so inspired by his work that they go out and recreate it. Read More »

March 7, 2017 at 12:56 am

Meet a staffer: Editorial editor Alexa Torrens

Alexa Torrens credits her experience at The D.O. with helping her writing, thought organization and communication skills -- all things that will come in handy as she pursues a law career. Read More »

February 16, 2017 at 6:59 pm

You probably haven't heard of pickleball, but this couple plays for about 15 hours a week

Steve and Karen Pfanenstiel have popularized pickleball in the city of Syracuse, bringing it to their local YMCA and in a few months the New York State Fair. Today they celebrate their 30th Valentine’s Day. Read More »

February 13, 2017 at 11:29 pm

Café Kubal grand opening will feature double the buzz with coffee infused beer

Grand opening of Café Kubal location will feature a collaboration with Empire Brewing Company. The local businesses partnered to create “Local Grind,” a scotch ale blended with coffee. Read More »

February 12, 2017 at 10:21 pm

Schools in the city of Syracuse see no integration in sight

The Syracuse City School District continues to face segregation along racial and economic lines. Read More »

February 1, 2017 at 11:13 pm

SU alumna Lacey Mark eliminated from 'The Bachelor,' drama continues

"The Bachelor" continued it's 21st season tonight on ABC -- there were several noteworthy moments even though SU alumna Lacey Mark did not have much screen time. Read More »

January 16, 2017 at 11:59 pm

Syracuse artists take action in the age of Trump

Since the beginning of the 2016 election cycle, the art world has seen a rise in activism within the community with artists turning to more public mediums to express their feelings and promote political awareness. Read More »

January 16, 2017 at 10:29 pm

Syracuse University professor to discuss why fake news is taking over an industry

Syracuse University professor will give lecture open to the Syracuse community on the rise of fake news and what individuals can do to combat it. Read More »

January 5, 2017 at 11:48 am

Faculty titles to change after revisions approved to Syracuse University's Faculty Manual

According to the new policy, the titles of teaching professor, associate teaching professor and assistant teaching professor are now part of the non-tenure-track titles for full-time faculty. Read More »

December 6, 2016 at 11:23 pm

Undocumented students look to Syracuse University to fight Trump’s promised immigration agenda

Amid Donald Trump's promises to reverse the Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals policy, college campuses across the United States have declared themselves sanctuaries for undocumented students. Read More »

December 4, 2016 at 11:25 pm

Syracuse University to review wellness programs, offerings following survey

The survey gave input into the wellness habits and interests of faculty and staff at SU and what areas need improvement. Read More »

December 1, 2016 at 9:54 am

GSO calls on Syracuse University to become a sanctuary campus for undocumented students

The resolution states that for the university to uphold its commitment to diversity and inclusion, members of the campus community who are most at risk to anticipated mass deportation policies should receive protection from the university. Read More »

November 30, 2016 at 11:37 pm