Childhood obesity in America has been on the rise for decades. Today, one in three children are overweight or obese and could face serious health problems such as diabetes, heart disease, cancer, and asthma. An overall change in lifestyle is likely to blame – busier schedules often lead to eating on-the-go instead of home cooked [...]
Westcott Events: Music, History, and Architecture
March 30, 2012 By Leave a Comment
If you are looking for something interesting to do this weekend, the Syracuse Community Choir will be performing at the Westcott Community Center on Sunday 4/1 from 1-3 PM. Led and founded by Karen Mihalyi in 1985, the group is made up of a wide range of ages. The choir’s focus is on peace, justice, [...]
University Neighborhood Preservation Association
March 28, 2012 By Leave a Comment
Our guest blogger, Rebecca Shaffer Mannion, is the UNPA’s Executive Director. She is a University Neighborhood resident, and is dedicated to the community. It was supposed to be a 3-year commitment. My husband was to complete his MFA in Photography at Syracuse University and we were outta here. That was August, 1998. Flash forward [...]
Appliance Rebate Program – Take Advantage Now!
March 21, 2012 By 1 Comment
Saving energy is a great way to “go green,” especially when it saves you money. If you’re in the market for a new, high-efficiency refrigerator or washer, take advantage of the state’s $3.5 million appliance rebate program. You can receive a $350 rebate on a refrigerator or $250 on a washer (the appliances purchased must [...]
AAA Passport of Savings – Discounts at Carousel Center & More
March 13, 2012 By Leave a Comment
Drive your shopping savings up with AAA Passport of Savings! Although online shopping is easy and convenient, there is nothing that replaces seeing, touching, and holding an item before buying it. Nearby Carousel Center is conveniently located, and offers 3 levels with over 100 stores and more than 20 eateries. With the anticipated expansion of [...]