Click the play button to find out more about the dangers and helpful resources when dealing with an eating disorder. Audio Transcript: Bovarnick script By Ally Bovarnick, SYRACUSE, N.Y. (NCC NEWS)— When Liv Matalon was only thirteen years old, she battled the eating disorder anorexia. Matalon is now a 20-year-old junior at Syracuse University. Eating disorders […]
Click the play button above to find out how one local business is encouraging people to give this Holliday season. Audio Transcript: Azallion Script By Anna Azallion, SYRACUSE, N.Y. (NCC News) — Many people choose to give during the Holliday season. Gary Decker, the owner of Vinomania in downtown Syracuse is encouraging people to do just that […]
Thanksgiving is a holiday to get together and spend quality time with your family while enjoying a delicious meal. Unfortunately, it can be a lot of work according to a Syracuse local who says, “The preparations, all the time leading up to it- it’s pretty time consuming.” Many people spend too much time in the […]
By Meghan O’Brien SYRACUSE, N.Y. (NCC NEWS) The Preserve Tavern and Grille at 405 Spencer Street opened its doors to the public on the morning of Monday, September 24. Family, friends, and strangers filled the space to enjoy a meal and grab a drink. The Preserve looks like a typical restaurant, but it is much more […]
Click play to hear more about how the Eastern Onondaga County chapter is adapting to serve more residents. Audio Transcript: Changes Come to Meals on Wheels By Natalie Maier FAYETTEVILLE, N.Y. (NCC News) – Meals on Wheels of FM-JD will now serve residents in East Syracuse, consolidating with that area’s previously existing chapter. The change occurs […]
Click Play to hear more about LeTeak’s Soul Food. Audio Transcript: LeTeak’s Soul Food By Dallas Jackson, SYRACUSE, N.Y. – (NCC News) LeTeak’s Soul Food first opened in the Southside of Syracuse in 2016. The restaurant is owned by Theresa “Teak” Giles and her husband LeRoy. The restaurant’s name is a combination of the two owners’ […]
By Alexis Scott Syracuse, N.Y. (NCC NEWS) – With about 150,00 Onondaga County residents going without meals this summer, the Syracuse City School District will be providing help with a free food service for children. The program runs Monday through Friday in the city of Syracuse at various locations around the city. This year, there are […]
By Alison Caliguire SYRACUSE, N.Y. (NCC News) – In 2014, Tieasha Muhammad-Bey was diagnosed with lupus, an autoimmune disease where the body attacks its own tissues and organs. She lost her job and moved in with her brother. Muhammad-Bey said she was taking medications but wasn’t getting better, and her doctors weren’t helping. “I was […]
We interviewed more than 150 food lovers at the Taste of Syracuse Saturday, asking them what was their favorite place among the 75 restaurants at the annual downtown festival. We counted the votes for a Top 5. After that, our reporters Monica Ortiz and Rafael Freitas transformed themselves into food critics and sampled the five bests. […]
Video transcript: Script By Zach Staton SYRACUSE, N.Y. (NCC News) – Setting up for his 15th Taste of Syracuse, Tony Albanese is thankful he’s been part of the long-running summer culinary extravaganza. “When we applied, they had room to take us on back then,” Albanese said sitting at a booth cornered by a red brick wall inside […]
Click the play button above to learn about two possible solutions that can reduce excess food waste. Audio Transcript: Food Waste By Brenda Koopsen SYRACUSE, N.Y. (NCC News) – The extra food cooked at the popular restaurant downtown often goes to waste at the end of the day. One student-run organization fights the issue of excess food waste […]
Click the Play button above to find out more about the outdoor activity you won’t want to miss- this year’s Food Truck Rodeo. Audio transcript: food truck script By Lauren Chiardio SYRACUSE, N.Y. (NCC News) — As warm weather finally approaches, food trucks around Central New York are warming up their kitchen appliances, as they kick […]
Click the play button above to learn what epidemic is plaguing college campuses nationwide. Audio Transcript: Khelil_Obesity Audio Transcript By Anthony Khelil Syracuse, N.Y. (NCC News)–Obesity is an epidemic that affects many across the United States; however, when it comes to obesity, college students are typically overlooked. The obesity rate among American college students grew from […]
VolturoBowlingImpactScript_23April2018 By Georgie Volturo SYRACUSE, N.Y. (NCC News) — Business is booming at Ale N Angus Pub in Downtown Syracuse. They have seen a surge in costumers since the end of March, and they’ve had to hire new staff, just to keep up. Aside from their award winning burgers and friendly service, this surge in […]
Video Transcript: Food Truck Rodeos Script PDF By Emily Barkann SYRACUSE, N.Y. (NCC News) — With warm weather right around the corner, the Syracuse Food Truck Association is preparing for another summer of Food Truck Rodeos. Every Wednesday starting this week and running through October, food trucks will set up outside of the Cosmopolitan 1153 building on […]
By CJ Santosuosso SYRACUSE, N.Y. (NCC News) — The seemingly endless winter weather didn’t stop several food trucks from gathering to kick off the food truck season in Syracuse. Every Wednesday, beginning today and ending in mid-October, various food trucks will gather together bringing food to the local community. What these kitchens on wheels lack in size, […]
By Tania Joseph SYRACUSE, N.Y. (NCC News)— March is National Nutrition Month and this year’s theme is “Go Further With Food. ” When most people think of nutrition, food is a main topic. This year’s campaign promotes healthy eating habits and highlights how food decisions make an impact on your overall health. National Nutrition Month […]
NCC News’ Justin Paura reports on how NY maple syrup’s new label is expected to bolster sales. Audio Transcript: New York Maple Syrup Getting Official Label By Justin Paura SYRACUSE, N.Y. (NCC News) — All maple syrup produced in New York will now carry a new, official label. Tuesday evening, Gov. Andrew Cuomo announced […]
By Adam Unger SYRACUSE, N.Y.– Lyncourt Bakery owner and manager Dede Mignacca had to carry her third tray of heart-shaped cutout cookies to get around her employees. She had to frost every one of them by hand just to see them fly off the racks. The seasonal cookies cycle throughout the calendar year. In February, the […]
By Tommy Farrell SYRACUSE, N.Y. (NCC News) – Syracuse University is home to over 20,000 students with five bars on campus. Other schools in the area include LeMoyne College and SUNY ESF. One of the most popular bars near SU, Harry’s, sees a decline in customers and change in clientele. “It’s a desert,” said John Shahin, owner of Harry’s […]