City of Syracuse
Recent News About City of Syracuse
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Syracuse expands hometown heroes banner program citywide
Syracuse Mayor Ben Walsh has announced an expansion of the Syracuse Hometown Heroes veteran banner program to new locations across all quadrants of the city.
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Syracuse extends VeoRide contract with improved operations and increased revenue
Mayor Ben Walsh has expressed gratitude to the Common Council for their collaboration in extending the agreement with VeoRide, a micromobility transportation service operating in Syracuse.
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Syracuse Sun Publication Area: How many H-1B petitions were made by employers classified under the Health Care and Social Assistance industry during 2024?
In 2024, 26 H-1B petitions were filed by employers classified under the Health Care and Social Assistance industry located within the Syracuse Sun publication area, as per data provided by the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services via the H-1B Employer Data Hub.
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Syracuse braces for severe winter storm; Mayor issues safety alert
Syracuse Mayor Ben Walsh has issued a Snow Safety Alert, urging residents to exercise caution as severe winter weather conditions impact the city and Onondaga County.
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Syracuse sets new record with $413M in permitted construction value in 2024
Syracuse Mayor Ben Walsh has announced that the City of Syracuse Central Permit Office reported a record-breaking year for permitted construction value in 2024.
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Onondaga County had 29 more active licenses to practice law in January than previous month
There were 29 more active legal licenses in Onondaga County in January compared to the previous month, according to the NYS Attorney Registrations.
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Syracuse seeks proposals to redevelop former fire station and public safety building
Syracuse Mayor Ben Walsh has announced a call for proposals to acquire and redevelop the former Syracuse Fire Station 7, located on the city's east side.
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Mayor Walsh issues snow safety alert ahead of anticipated lake-effect snowstorm
Syracuse Mayor Ben Walsh has issued a snow safety alert as the city braces for a lake-effect snowstorm expected to last from Thursday evening until Saturday morning.
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Syracuse announces office closures for Presidents Day
City of Syracuse administrative offices will be closed on Monday, February 17, in observance of Presidents Day.
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Onondaga County had 1,912 lawyers with active licenses to practice law as of January
There were 1,912 lawyers with active licenses to practice in Onondaga County as of January, according to the NYS Attorney Registrations.
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Syracuse earns top score in LGBTQ+ equality index for second year
Syracuse has once again achieved a perfect score in the Municipal Equality Index (MEI), according to an announcement by Mayor Ben Walsh.
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Syracuse Sun Publication Area: How many H-1B petitions were made by employers classified under the Manufacturing industry during 2024?
Employers classified under the Manufacturing industry based in the Syracuse Sun publication area submitted 22 H-1B petitions during 2024, according to data provided by the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services via the H-1B Employer Data Hub.
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Syracuse hosts open houses for Vision Zero traffic safety plan
Syracuse Mayor Ben Walsh has announced that the city will host four open houses to discuss the Vision Zero Initiative.
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Syracuse named a 2024 Digital Inclusion Trailblazer by NDIA
Syracuse has been recognized as a 2024 Digital Inclusion Trailblazer by the National Digital Inclusion Alliance (NDIA).
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Syracuse seeks public input on Kirk Park pedestrian bridge project
The City of Syracuse Department of Engineering is organizing a public meeting to gather community feedback on the Kirk Park Pedestrian Bridge Project.
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Jessica Brandt appointed director of Syracuse Central Permit Office
Syracuse Mayor Ben Walsh has announced the appointment of Jessica Brandt as the new Director of the Central Permit Office.
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Syracuse seeks public input on drone surveillance proposal
The City of Syracuse is inviting community feedback on a proposed surveillance technology initiative as part of Mayor Walsh’s Executive Order No. 2.
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Water main breaks prompt traffic rerouting and service disruptions
Vehicle traffic is being rerouted as crews work to repair multiple water main breaks.
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Syracuse announces major downtown hotel project led by Sun Companies
The City of Syracuse is set to welcome a new hotel development as part of an initiative to revitalize its downtown area.
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Onondaga County: 10 fewer active licenses to practice law in December 2024 than previous month
There were 10 fewer active legal licenses in Onondaga County in December 2024 compared to the previous month, according to the NYS Attorney Registrations.