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This week in Syracuse

Five picks from this week's calendar. See all 25 events, day by day →

New in Syracuse

Places that opened, reopened, or earned a mention this month — the ones we'd go back to.

Syracuse’s best businesses

Every spot worth knowing, in one place.

Most read in Syracuse

The five stories Syracuse readers clicked most this month, from the daily editions.

1. 1

   SPECIAL REPORT: Tough Business

   Many restaurants in the Syracuse area are struggling, with 60% of them closing within three years of opening due to poor planning or external factors.

   Full story at oswegocountybusiness.com ↗

2. 2

   Best Winter Concerts in New York State (Dec 2026–Feb 2027)

   The New York State Winter Concert Calendar, which includes Olivia Rodrigo's ten-night residency at Barclays Center in February 2027, spans Brooklyn, Manhattan, Long Island, Albany, Buffalo, Rochester, Syracuse, and Utica.

   Full story at onestowatch.com ↗

3. 3

   There's a New Woman in White at Syracuse's 13 Curves

   Someone has added a new spooky surprise to Syracuse's 13 Curves, adding a new twist to the legend of the road.

   Full story at cnynews.com ↗

4. 4

   CT's Best Elementary, Middle Schools Revealed In New National Rankings

   U.S. News & World Report has released its annual Best Elementary and Middle Schools Rankings, which evaluated about 46,000 public elementary schools and over 24,000 middle schools nationwide based on reading and math achievement.

   Full story at dailyvoice.com ↗

5. 5

   Charcoal Grill & Modern Buffet Opens at Destiny USA Syracuse

   Charcoal Grill & Modern Buffet has opened its doors at Destiny USA in Syracuse, offering an all-you-can-eat buffet.

   Full story at hoodline.com ↗

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