One of 3 Limp Lizard locations in Central NY has closed
The location at 201 1st St. opened in 2010 in the former home of Mother's Restaurant

Oneida Indian Nation ready to open $50 million hotel, casino expansion in Bridgeport
A new 'rustic' restaurant also opens at Point Place this week

The Mizpah’s ‘first toast’ ceremony will kick off construction in historic Syracuse castle
The dramatic, six-story, Gothic-style building resembles a castle overlooking downtown’s Columbus Circle.
Glenora Wine Cellars, a pioneer in the Finger Lakes wine region, has been sold
The new owners also own Horseheads Brewing near Elmira and several TV and radio stations

After 30 years, Fayetteville’s Arad Evans Inn plans to close just before Thanksgiving
A new owner is expected to take over and reopen the location in 2026.
Well-known CNY restaurant business takes over Diamond Catering operation
The family behind Tully's and CopperTop now owns Diamond Catering

Meet 5 new politicians who emerged in Central NY’s blue wave
A teacher, a lawyer, an activist, a retiree, a contractor: New Democratic leaders in Syracuse's communities.

City audit finds major flaws in Syracuse’s sidewalk dining permits, recommends new rules and fees
More than 20 businesses failed to obtain valid permits for the 2025 season, audit finds.

Dinosaur Bar-B-Que’s current CEO started as a prep cook. Now, he’s planning its future
Mike Nugent sees possible expansion for noted Syracuse business in suburban locations.

Downtown Syracuse restaurant reopens for lunch, hires ‘celebrity chef’ to rework menu
Isla Caribbean Cuisine is waiting for a liquor license to restart dinner service.

Turning Stone Resort Casino’s huge expansion project is coming in far ahead of schedule
The Oneida Indian Nation property will be New York state's largest convention destination when it opens in 2026.

Original Grain closes in Downtown Syracuse, but owner plans ‘new concept’ in new location
The restaurant specialized in grain bowls and other 'California-inspired' healthy options.

