Vintage raceboats reclaim Onondaga Lake
Some of the fastest boats are also the oldest. Look inside a weekend of hand-built vintage raceboats, 100 mph waves, and the people who refuse to let them fade.
One Syracuse musician is proof it’s never too late to start
After regretting for decades that he never learned an instrument, Phil Nagy picked up the drums in his 50s. What started as a hobby in his basement eventually led to…
Postcards bring positivity to mailboxes across the country
Heidi Monsour initially created Motivation by Mail to encourage her oldest son during his first year at college and soon realized people of all ages can benefit from positivity.
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.
SU faces first budget deficit in years, will likely need to ‘get smaller,’ expert says
Chancellor Haynie says the university missed its fall 2026 enrollment target. Higher education expert Jeff Selingo says Syracuse isn't alone — but will need to shrink to adapt.
10th annual Harvey Skeele Onondaga Farm Fest announces the farms involved this year
The Farm Fest is also honoring one of the founders of the Onondaga County Agriculture Council.
South Side Syracuse project helping families affected by lead
Families dealing with lead contamination in their homes can find temporary housing at the Syracuse Lead Freedom House on South Avenue.
What America’s 250th anniversary means to the Onondaga Nation
The Indigenous people of the Onondaga Nation want to remind others of their history and what they endured before 1776.
Finding peace in the noise: Why more Central New Yorkers are turning to sound baths
As more people search for ways to manage stress and prioritize self-care, sound baths are growing in popularity across CNY. Participants say the immersive experiences offer a chance to unplug,…
As prize money soars, online competition is helping darts reach new players
While the game’s biggest stars are competing for record purses on television, many players are sharpening their skills on computers