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The 315: The Up Side of Downs Jun 01, 2021

In her new book The Upside of Downs, Central New Yorker Lisa Palermo Matto takes us on a journey full of adventure and funny stories about her daughter Marlee, who was born with Down Syndrome, and the joy and wonder that Marlee brings to those around her. Lisa joins Joe Lee on The 3-1-5 to talk about writing the book how she stopped being concerned about raising a child with Down Syndrome and learned to embrace the joy of parenting.

The 315: Opening Day at the Salt City Market Jan 29, 2021

The Syracuse area has heard rumblings about the Salt City Market for months, and now the wait is finally over. The market features a wide variety of culinary options including Soul food, Jamaican, Thai, and more from local entrepreneurs.

The 315: For the Love of Justice Nov 17, 2020

Rochester-based vocalist Danielle Ponder has an interesting story to tell. The soulful singer whose touching lyrics often tell stories of pain and injustice was once a defense attorney who spent five years working as a public defender. Her criminal justice experience inspires her work and she’ll bring her music and message to Syracuse on November 20th when she will perform a virtual concert for the Community Folk Art Center.

The Importance of Sustainability in The 315 Oct 14, 2020

Whether it's a Presidential debate, from the lips of a local reporter, or the national news, conversations about the future of our planet are constantly taking place. And no matter where you land on the politics surrounding climate change, there is no denying the need for education on the matter.

The 315- Welcome to the Jungle May 15, 2020

Since the emergence of COVID-19 we've heard a lot about "essential workers". You might picture these workers as nurses, grocery store associates, and delivery drivers. And you'd be correct, but what about zoo workers providing care to living, breathing animals?

'Taking on The 315' with Oompa Loompyas Jan 14, 2020

Not to be confused with the adorable characters from Willy Wonka , Oompa Loompyas is an emerging spot for authenic Filipino food. Garlic fried rice, pancit, or loompya, Oompa Loompyas offers authentic Filipino dishes with a twist of other ethnic cuisines.

The 315: Get in the Holiday Spirit with "The Real Bedford Falls" Dec 17, 2019

This holiday season as you go through your holiday tradiitons, chances are you'll catch a showing of It's A Wonderful Life on television. Central New York residents can add to the experience this year by catching the new documentary, The Real Bedford Falls: It’s a Wonderful Life”, which highlights connections between Bedford Falls and Seneca Falls.

The 315: Welcome to Gilded Club Nov 27, 2019

The Central New York community has a lot offer it's residents, but what about the night life? There's a new late night spot in Syracuse and they're hoping to add a little spice to downtown in a unique atmosphere.

The 315: Getting a Taste of the Vegan Lifestyle Nov 18, 2019

There's been a trend growing if you pay attention to lifestyle and culture around the Syracuse area. Vegan items in restaurants and the availability of vegan products in grocery store has been steadily on the rise. To gain a better understanding of the movement that goes far beyond simply a diet, Joe Lee and Kevin Kloss sat down with Jim Thompson and Theresa Stowell of Vegan CNY.

The 315- The Ink Edition Oct 14, 2019

In the Syracuse area most of us could probably name a place or two to grab a good cup of coffee or a quick bite to eat. But what about locating a good shop for tattoos and body art?

Experiencing Taco Tuesday in The 315 Sep 24, 2019

Tuesdays on social media are filled with posts of individuals getting their fill of mexican food with the hashtag 'Taco Tuesday.' With many quality local Mexican food options, The 315 saw no reason to be left out of the Taco Tuesday celebration.

The 315: Culinary Diversity is on the Menu in 2020 Aug 06, 2019

If you've ever felt the burden of needing to decide what you want to eat before heading out to dinner, you're not alone. But, if things continue to progress the way they seem, that won't be a problem for Syracuse residents next year.

The 315: Craft Brewers in CNY Come Together for a Collective Effort Aug 02, 2019

It's a challenge to get a dozen people in the same room to all agree on anything. But, in an effort to create a beer that embodies the essence of Syracuse, 15 craft brewers from the area came together to create the beer 'Autonomous Collective'.

The 315: Examining Life For A New Syracuse Resident with Lydia Knox Jul 29, 2019

Some of us have spent enough time around Central New York that we can practically go about our everyday routines in our sleep. But what is life like in Syracuse for someone who is brand new to the area?

Discovering Cuse Culture on The 315 Jul 12, 2019

There's a lot that goes into the makeup of any city. When we stop to think about the city of Syracuse a diverse array of cultures should hopefully come to mind. This week on The 315 Joe Lee and Kevin Kloss chat with Victoria Coit, Founder and Director of Operations and Business Development for Cuse Culture.

The 315: New Location, Same Great Event at Salt City Comic-Con Jun 28, 2019

On the heels of a historic box office showing of Avengers: Endgame, Central New York doesn't have to look very far to get it's fill of comic books and popular culture. The 6th annual Salt City Comic-Con plans to bring the best of comics, toys, entertainment, collectables, and more as the convention moves to it's new location at the New York State Fairgrounds.

Sounds of Nashville Come to The 315 with Musician Kevin Gordon Jun 19, 2019

Don't be fooled, it's getting to be that time of year when music venues around Syracuse are going to be filled with touring musical acts. On this episode of The 315 Joe Lee and Kevin Kloss are joined by singer and songwriter Kevin Gordon.

The 315: Can Hip-Hop Survive in a Jazz and Country Town? Jun 17, 2019

It's true Syracuse tries its best to offer its resident a diverse array of music. But it's also true that Syracuse has a robust Jazz and Country scene thriving throughout the area. So what happens to young aspiring artists trying to do things a little different?

Tasty Treats Galore on The 315 Jun 14, 2019

Each year when the annual 'Taste of Syracuse' festival arrives it signals the unofficial start of summer and a good reason to take in some excellent food. On this episode of The 315 Joe Lee and Kevin Kloss make the trip to Clinton Square to see what this year's lineup has to offer.

The 315 Takes a Tour of Local Food Stops Jun 05, 2019

Whether you've lived in Central New York for 12 years or closer to 12 months we all have our favorite spots to stop for a bite to eat. This week on The 315, we are going to try and break out of our usual routine and experience some new local destinations for food and drink.

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