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Where could drivers find the cheapest gas in cities within Madison County in week ending Mar. 30?

By Syracuse Sun | Mar 31, 2024

The only price of midgrade gas in cities throughout Madison County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Mar. 30, according to GasBuddy.com.

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Where could drivers find the cheapest gas in cities within Oswego County in week ending Mar. 30?

By Syracuse Sun | Mar 31, 2024

The only price of diesel in cities throughout Oswego County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Mar. 30, according to GasBuddy.com.

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Syracuse Sun area weekly mass times

By Syracuse Sun | Mar 30, 2024

The following parishes in the Syracuse Sun coverage area hold weekly mass at these designated times.

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Cheapest premium gas in cities across Onondaga County in week ending Mar. 23

By Syracuse Sun | Mar 30, 2024

The only price of premium gas in cities throughout Onondaga County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Mar. 23, according to GasBuddy.com.

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Where were the cheapest places to fill up on regular gas in cities in Onondaga County in week ending Mar. 23?

By Syracuse Sun | Mar 29, 2024

The lowest price of regular gas in cities throughout Onondaga County was found at two gas stations in the week ending Mar. 23, according to GasBuddy.com.

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Where to Watch on April 8: Total Solar Eclipse Events Planned on the Syracuse University Campus

By Syracuse Sun | Mar 29, 2024

On April 8, the Syracuse University campus will be abuzz with activities to mark the rare occurrence of a total solar eclipse. The event, set to bring about approximately 90 seconds of darkness in the afternoon, has garnered excitement among the university community and locals alike.The College of Arts and Sciences will be hosting an Eclipse Celebration, featuring various activities on the Shaw Quad from 1:30-4 p.m. Physics students will lead projects, demonstrations, and telescope viewings. Complimentary eclipse glasses and pinhole projectors will also be provided for...

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Where could drivers find the cheapest gas in cities within Madison County in week ending Mar. 23?

By Syracuse Sun | Mar 29, 2024

The lowest price of regular gas in cities throughout Madison County was found at two gas stations in the week ending Mar. 23, according to GasBuddy.com.

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How many people were old enough to vote in Oswego County during 2021?

By Syracuse Sun | Mar 29, 2024

Of the 118,019 citizens living in Oswego County in 2021, 78.9% were old enough to vote, equating to 93,113 individuals, according to U.S. Census Bureau data obtained on Oct. 26.

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International Students Find Success and Community at Syracuse University

By Syracuse Sun | Mar 29, 2024

Three international students, Adya Parida, Yajie (Lannie) Lan, and Angelica Molina, have shared their journeys to Syracuse University, highlighting their academic success and the welcoming community they found on campus. In a recent episode of the "’Cuse Conversations" podcast, these students discussed their experiences and offered advice to fellow international students.Adya Parida shared her story of traveling from Ranchi, India, to pursue a degree in computer science at the College of Engineering and Computer Science, covering a distance of nearly 7,700 miles. Yajie...

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Working on the Hill ‘Deeply Fulfilling’ for Miranda Peterson G’23

By Syracuse Sun | Mar 29, 2024

Miranda Peterson, a policy advisor for U.S. Rep. Frank Pallone Jr., and an alumna of the Maxwell School of Citizenship and Public Affairs, finds her work on the Hill to be deeply fulfilling. Peterson, who earned an executive master’s in international relations, provides analysis and recommendations on key issues such as energy, the environment, and disaster preparedness.Peterson attributes her success in her position to the expertise she gained from the Maxwell School. She emphasizes the school's focus on foreign policy and security studies, stating, "Maxwell has a...

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‘Touch(ed)’ Continues Department of Drama’s 2023-24 Season

By Syracuse Sun | Mar 29, 2024

The Syracuse University Department of Drama continues its 2023-24 season with “Touch(ed)”, a darkly comic drama penned by Tony Award-nominated playwright Bess Wohl (“Grand Horizons”).Directed by Christine Albright-Tufts, the play will be showcased at the Loft Theatre in the Syracuse Stage/SU Drama Complex from April 5-14. Tickets are now on sale through the Syracuse Stage Box Office.Set in a remote cabin in the woods, “Touch(ed)” tells the story of Kay, a middle school science teacher from New York City, who takes care of her sister recently discharged from a...

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A Beautiful, Once-In-a-Lifetime Event: The Total Solar Eclipse on April 8

By Syracuse Sun | Mar 29, 2024

The University campus community and Central New York are eagerly anticipating a total solar eclipse set to occur on Monday, April 8 at 3:23 p.m. Walter Freeman, an associate teaching professor of physics in the College of Arts and Sciences, describes the upcoming event as a "beautiful, once-in-a-lifetime event in the sky that will bring us all together."Freeman emphasizes the significance of the eclipse beyond its scientific aspects, highlighting how it serves as a human event that everyone can appreciate in a poetic and artistic way. He explains, "The eclipse isn’t a...

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April Celebrates Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month

By Syracuse Sun | Mar 29, 2024

Asian American and Pacific Islander (AAPI) Heritage Month will be celebrated at the University in April, inviting all on campus to join in honoring the histories, cultural diversity, identities, and contributions of AAPI communities. The theme for this year, as shared by co-chairs Annie Chen ’25, Chelsea Kang ’24, and Bettina Talento ’25, is ‘Harmony in Heritage,’ emphasizing the importance of preserving cultural balance and appreciation for traditions passed down through generations.According to the co-chairs, the theme serves as a reminder that despite diverse cultural...

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How many companies in cities in Onondaga County received FDA inspections in 2023?

By Syracuse Sun | Mar 28, 2024

There were five companies in cities associated with Onondaga County that received five FDA inspections in 2023, according to the U.S. Food and Drug Association.

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Where could drivers find the cheapest gas in cities within Onondaga County in week ending Mar. 23?

By Syracuse Sun | Mar 28, 2024

The only price of midgrade gas in cities throughout Onondaga County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Mar. 23, according to GasBuddy.com.

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Building Connected Communities with Sexual Assault Awareness Month, Take Back The Night

By Syracuse Sun | Mar 28, 2024

Sexual Assault Awareness Month (SAAM) is a significant event hosted in April nationwide, aiming to raise awareness about and support those impacted by sexual and relationship violence. According to Kayla Turner ’24, a member of the Sexual Assault Awareness Month Committee at Syracuse University, "For a campus as large and dynamic as Syracuse University, it is imperative for students to have and access spaces where survivorship is honored and healing in community is fostered."The theme of this year's SAAM is "Building Connected Communities," which is reflected in the...

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Morals Clauses and Marketing: The Commercial Aspect of MLB Gambling Controversy

By Syracuse Sun | Mar 28, 2024

Mar 28 2024Falk College Associate Teaching Professor David Meluni expressed concerns about the impact of the Major League Baseball (MLB) gambling controversy, suggesting that the damage may already be significant. Meluni, an expert in sports marketing and a teacher of classes on name, image, and likeness (NIL), shared his insights on the case involving Los Angeles Dodgers player Shohei Ohtani in a video statement."If there’s a perception that something was going on specifically to gambling, from a marketing standpoint that could be huge," Meluni commented on the...

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Spring Break Jitters? How to Help Kids Feel Safe After Travel Disasters

By Syracuse Sun | Mar 28, 2024

Families across the nation are heading out for spring break and planning summer getaways, but recent headlines about transportation-related disasters may have children feeling a bit anxious about traveling.Derek Seward, a professor at Syracuse University’s School of Education, highlights the impact of such events on children's sense of safety and normality within the world. According to Seward, children are highly observant and may experience anxiety, stress, and fear following traumatic situations related to traveling.In response to these concerns, Seward provides...

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Libraries Launches New Digital Collections

By Syracuse Sun | Mar 28, 2024

Syracuse University Libraries recently unveiled its new Digital Collections site, accessible at https://digitalcollections.syr.edu. The platform, curated by the Libraries’ Digital Stewardship team, showcases distinctive content from the Special Collections Research Center. Utilizing the Quartex software platform, chosen for its flexibility and front-end capabilities, the Libraries aim to share locally held materials globally.Users, including students, faculty, staff, and researchers, can navigate the site via various drop-down menus to explore collections organized by...

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College of Visual and Performing Arts Presents ‘Unsettled, Unbridled, Unbound,’ the 2024 M.F.A. Exhibition

By Syracuse Sun | Mar 28, 2024

The College of Visual and Performing Arts (VPA) has unveiled their latest exhibition titled “Unsettled, Unbridled, Unbound,” showcasing the diverse and innovative work of 38 artists completing their master of fine arts degree. According to curator Juliana Fagua Arias, the exhibition explores the artists' responses to the socio-political moment, with an underlying theme of unsettlement serving as a common source of inspiration.Arias, a Ph.D. candidate at Cornell University, describes the exhibition as a platform for emerging artists to grapple with complex ideas and...