Brighton (Syracuse, New York)

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The Brighton neighborhood, located on the City's south side, is predominantly residential with several commercial strips along major thoroughfares. The commercial use is primarily along South Salina Street; family-owned businesses, including grocery stores, a doctor's office, fast food restaurants, and a shoe store are characteristic of the types of businesses in Brighton.

Kirk Park is the primary greenspace in Brighton, and is home to the Kirk Park Colts, a sports, tutoring, and cheerleading organization run by volunteers and parents. Kirk Park also includes a swimming pool, roller skating area, tennis courts, and baseball diamonds. The Newell Street Community Garden includes a large gardening site, programs for youth and adults, a tool sharing and tool-teaching program, and a summer youth farm stand. McKinley Playground is also a City park area in this neighborhood.