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Black history is American history, and it’s Central New York history. During the early- and mid-1800s, many Central and Upstate New Yorkers contributed to the fight for justice and against slavery. While prominent abolitionists with ties to our area, such…
Upstate New York was an active community in the abolitionist movement and the Underground Railroad. Recognizable names like Harriet Tubman, Frederick Douglass and Gerrit Smith are woven through our heritage. There were also other figures who fought to end slavery,…
The View From the Top: 13 Business Leaders on What They Love Most About Living and Working in Central New York Central New York’s business leaders have a lot invested here. And, in the course of their conversations with journalist…
Symphoria is the professional orchestra of CNY. From Masterworks concerts featuring world-renowned guest artists performing works from all eras of classical music, to Pops concerts featuring movie music and more, there is something for every kind of music lover at…
Central New York comes together in times of crisis Central New York is amazing in so many ways. It’s never been more apparent than during the COVID-19 crisis as its citizens and businesses prove that CNY is a community that…
From community productions to touring casts of Broadway shows, live theater in Central New York is abundant. Musicals and plays engage intellect and emotion and make for a great night out. Get your tickets for these 15 theater companies and…
Central New York was part of the story of many progressive social movements, including the experiences of African Americans escaping slavery and working to end it. A strong abolition movement took root here in the 1800s, led by prominent black…
A Hollywood production team is shooting two films that shine a light on Syracuse’s refugees. A feature film in pre-production, called “New Americans,” will illustrate the struggles of Bhutanese refugees and why they came to the United States. The film…
Every June during the summer festival season, St. Sophia’s Greek Orthodox Church on Waring Road in Dewitt, hosts their Greek Cultural Festival. The festival, now in its 46th year, blends music, dance and…
One of the Syracuse area’s favorite events is the eclectic annual Westcott Street Cultural Fair. The energetic Westcott Nation (a term coined in the ‘60s) is a diverse neighborhood east of downtown Syracuse. The community’s residents range from grad students…