FOOD & DRINK
Hudson Valley brewery knocks off Syracuse restaurant in annual NY’s best burger contest
Chatham, N.Y. — A brewery in Hudson Valley has knocked off a seven-time champion in New York’s best burger competition. The New York Beef Council this morning announced Chatham Brewery as the winner of this year’s “Best NY Burger” competition. This is the first win for the brewery, located at 59 Main St., Chatham, about 30 miles south of Albany.
NY State Fair adds country-rap artist to 2024 concert lineup
A country-rap artist has been added to the 2024 New York State Fair concert lineup. Dax will perform at the NYS Fair’s Chevy Court stage on Sunday, Aug. 25, at 6 p.m. The show is free with admission to the Fair. Dax is a Canadian-born Nigerian singer-songwriter who recently...
Oklahoma chef travels to Syracuse to help with Crawfish Festival
LIVERPOOL, N.Y. (WSYR-TV) — Season festivities are set to kick off this weekend with Syracuse’s Crawfish Festival. Volunteers from Operation Northern Comfort have been busy getting ready for the annual event, which funds the organization’s work, helping areas impacted by natural disasters. The family-fun event kicks off...
Extraordinary: Guide dogs for the blind
SKANEATLES, N.Y. (WSYR-TV) — While the Skaneateles High School students practiced their musical “Mean Girls” outside the auditorium, puppies practiced too. These puppies are part of a program called Guiding Eyes for the Blind, where raisers get the puppies at about 8 weeks old and keep them until they are a-year-and-a-half old, training them for […]
Boom Boom Mex Mex preps for Cinco de Mayo fun
(WSYR-TV) — Cinco de Mayo is this Sunday, but we are celebrating early with Boom Boom Mex Mex Taqueria. Along with their great food, they have what they call “the best Cinco de Mayo deal in town.” Owner Sean Lavin and manager Jodi Dubar joined the show for a preview of this weekend’s deals and festivities.
Country singer Priscilla Block coming to Central NY for summer concert
Country singer Priscilla Block is coming to Central New York for a summer concert. The Nashville-based musician will perform Friday, July 5 at Kegs Canalside in Jordan, N.Y. Special guests will be announced at a later date. If you purchase a product or register for an account through a link...
Everson Museum’s new cafe will let you eat on the art
The Everson Museum is partnering with Danielle Mercuri Campolito, CEO of Dremer Restaurant Group (Rise N Shine, LaLaLu and Loded), to open a new café that blends food with artistic ambiance. Café Louise will offer visitors the rare opportunity to indulge in their favorite latte or pastries using literal...
“Falling Slowly” for the show “Once”
(WSYR-TV) — Between the Tony Awards and Oscar-win for best original song, “Once” is a musical that features a great story and great music to go along with its great reputation. And for the next few weeks, fans will be “Falling Slowly” for this production by Syracuse...
CNY SPCA Pet of the Week: Precious - the Betty White of canines
At eight years old, Precious is the Betty White of canines: sassy, spunky, and street-smart. She loves treats, toys, and adventure. Precious came in with her friend, Coco (also available for adoption) and another dog when her family could no longer take care of them. Precious is a proud member...
Watch ‘Jurassic Park’ with a live performance of the score by The Syracuse Orchestra
SYRACUSE, N.Y. (WSYR-TV) — You can watch all things dinosaurs, but better. The Syracuse Orchestra will have a live showing of the original Jurassic Park film, while they play along to the music as you see it on screen. The performance will be on Saturday, May 18, at 7:30 p.m. at the Crouse Hinds Theater. […]
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