City leaders launch Juneteenth weekend with flag raising and call to remember Syracuse’s past
From the Jerry Rescue to today's celebrations, organizers say Syracuse's history of freedom remains central to this year's Juneteenth festival.
A traditional Irish sport continues to grow in Syracuse over a century later
Gaelic football has been played in Central New York for generations, and a revived Syracuse club is introducing a new generation of players to the sport and its culture.
Syracuse leaders mark Gun Violence Awareness Month, highlight prevention efforts amid recent shootings
An orange flag now flies over Syracuse City Hall as city leaders recognize June as Gun Violence Awareness Month. Officials say recent shootings show the work is far from over,…
Syracuse Women’s Flag Football Builds From Scratch as It Elevates in NCAA
PlaySyracuse Women Join Fast-Growing Flag Football Movement Syracuse, NY (NCC News) – As women’s flag football surges nationwide, Syracuse is stepping onto the field with a program of its own.…
Students turn Thursday tradition into hundreds of meals
More than 700 sandwiches are packed away and ready to be delivered to Assumption Church's Food Pantry (c) Tommy Armstrong SYRACUSE, N.Y. (NCC News) — Thursdays at the Syracuse University…
Poll workers keep democracy running in Central New York
At Bellewood Baptist Church, the people behind the polls go the extra mile to make sure every vote counts.
Central New York businesses shift gears after Halloween season
With the calendar turning from Halloween into November, some Central New York businesses are already shifting gears.
CNY Educator Supports School Phone Ban
By Tommy ArmstrongJuly 24, 2025 A phone storage unit where students keep their phones during school hours. © 2025 Louie Genovese https://soundcloud.com/tommy-armstrong-571773921/phone-ban-wrap?si=c20c74c15950498daada077c668c3267&utm_source=clipboard&utm_medium=text&utm_campaign=social_sharing Audio Transcript Ku'ulei Kahale: Syracuse City School District…
Summer Festivals Bring Entertainment Now and Opportunity for the Future
Clinton Square hosts the "Party in the Square" events every Friday and Saturday that raise funds for 727 Instrumental. © Tommy Armstrong 2025 SYRACUSE, N.Y. (NCC News) — A Syracuse…