Good morning, Syracuse.

On June 6, Community FM hosts Tom, Maggie, and Yona Williams gathered at the library bullpen to discuss upcoming June events (from Light a Candle 4 Literacy to CNY Pride tabling, Mets events at NBT Bank Stadium, and a Strawberry Social at Soule).

A rainbow flag was raised at city hall Saturday morning to mark the start of Pride Month and symbolized community unity in Syracuse.

Local leaders, the Syracuse Gay and Lesbian Chorus, and advocates celebrated while events (Pride Interfaith Service on June 9, Parade on June 13, and more) will follow.

In April, ground beef neared $7 a pound in the Northeast, up nearly 8% from March and more than 21% higher than last year (a record-low cattle supply is pushing prices higher).

Local data shows rising grocery costs across the region.

New York's statewide bell-to-bell cellphone ban showed early signs of improving student behavior as 76% of educators noted better focus + parents reported more face-to-face interactions; school officials will continue tracking the policy as the academic year ends.

Liverpool beat Saratoga Springs 3-1 at Donovan Stadium (Murnane Field) to win the Class AAA regional title and will face CBA or Niagara Falls at 4 p.m. Friday at Union Endicott High School.

West Genesee edged Bethlehem Central 2-1 and will play Hamburg at 4 p.m. Friday at Mirabito Stadium.

Fayetteville-Manlius won the 24-14 state semifinal for flag football at Homer High School Saturday and will face Yorktown at 3:30 p.m. today in the state championship game after a 59-yard touchdown pass gave the Hornets the lead.

At NBT Bank Stadium Friday night, the Scranton/Wilkes-Barre RailRiders no-hit the Syracuse Mets 4-0, with Duke Ellis driving in key runs (marking the first no-hitter for Syracuse since Aug.

7, 2019) as the Mets, now at 31-30, prepare to face the RailRiders again Saturday at 6:35 p.m.

Ethan Butler, a former Overtime Elite player raised as an Orange fan, committed to join Syracuse men’s basketball as the 15th roster member for the 2026-27 season.

He will arrive on campus soon (pending final housing and scholarship arrangements).

In state softball regionals, Fayetteville-Manlius earned its first state semifinal ticket with a 6-5 win over Columbia while undefeated Cincinnatus and Section III champion McGraw advanced; state semifinals will be held June 12 at Greenlight Networks Grand Slam Park in Binghamton.

A Beautiful Noise: The Neil Diamond Musical

7:30-10:30 p.m. — Landmark Theatre — Ticket required — Experience the uplifting true story of Neil Diamond's rise to rock stardom through his iconic music.

A Beautiful Noise: The Neil Diamond Musical

7:30-10:30 p.m. — Landmark Theatre, Syracuse, NY — Tickets required — Experience the uplifting story of Neil Diamond's rise to fame through his legendary songs.

A Beautiful Noise: The Neil Diamond Musical

7:30-10:30 p.m. — Landmark Theatre, Syracuse, NY — Ticket required — Experience the uplifting true story of Neil Diamond's rise to fame through his timeless classics.

A Beautiful Noise: The Neil Diamond Musical

7:30-10:30 p.m. — Landmark Theatre — Ticket required — Experience the uplifting true story of Neil Diamond through his iconic hits in a vibrant musical performance.

Lucy Darling's Magical Comedy Show

7:30-9:00 p.m. — Crouse Hinds Concert Theater — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy an evening of laughter and magic with the award-winning magician and comedian, Lucy Darling.

A Beautiful Noise: The Neil Diamond Musical

1-4 p.m. — Landmark Theatre — Ticket required — Experience the uplifting true story of Neil Diamond's rise to fame, filled with his classic hits.

Syracuse Career Fair

9:30 AM – 12:30 PM — Marriott Syracuse Downtown — Free entry — Meet face to face with recruiters and explore various career opportunities from local and Fortune 500 companies.

Planet K-Pop Concert

7-8:30 p.m. — Crouse Hinds Concert Theater — Ticket prices vary — Experience the thrilling beats of K-Pop hits live on stage.

Syracuse Speed Dating for Singles Ages 44-59

7:30-9:30 p.m. — Vicinos Brick and Brew — Ticket required — Connect with up to 12 singles in a fun and fast-paced environment.

Serani Live Performance

10:00 – 11:30 PM — Westcott Theater — Tickets from $148 — Experience an unforgettable evening with the captivating sounds of Serani.