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Casino in Northeast shows off new ballroom and convention space with celebration
Nation and World Published: Aug. 30, 2026, 12:34 p.m. The Grand Expo Gala at Turning Stone Resort Casino Saturday, Aug. 29, 2026, in Verona, N.Y.
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Scott Schild | sschild@syracuse.com Set as Google Preferred Source Turning Stone Resort Casino threw a giant, invitation-only party Saturday night to celebrate the opening of its Grand Expo.
Turning Stone Resort Casino unveils new ballroom, convention space with black-tie gala (photos)
Turning Stone Resort Casino threw a giant, invitation-only party Saturday night to celebrate the opening of its Grand Expo. The Grand Expo is part of Turning Stone’s $400 million expansion, its biggest ever, that includes the addition of luxury hotel The Crescent and fine dining restaurant, Salt. The Expo features a 30,000-square-foot ballroom and doubles Turning Stone’s existing convention and conference space.
Rodeo excitement at Pompey Country Fest (photos)
Central NY News Rodeo excitement at Pompey Country Fest (photos) Published: Jul. 26, 2026, 8:05 a.m. Pompey Country Festival Rodeo Set as Google Preferred Source Pompey, N.Y. — A full country experience is being offered just south of Syracuse this weekend. The Pompey Country Festival featured a full rodeo and show on Saturday. The show included bull and bronc riding, trick riding, barrel races, and calf roping competitions.
Rare antique boats fill Clift Park at Skaneateles boat show this weekend (photos)
Skaneateles, N.Y. — Boats filled Clift Park in Skaneateles on Friday, kicking off the 48th Annual Antique and Classic Boat Show. The Finger Lakes Chapter of the Antique and Classic Boat Society hosts the event. The chapter expects about 80 boats through Sunday including runabouts, launches, sailboats, canoes, rowing craft and race boats.
Kids set sail on Onondaga Lake at youth sailing camp (photos)
Liverpool, N.Y. — Kids set sail Thursday night with the Onondaga Yacht Club’s youth sailing camp. The camp uses U.S. Sailing’s REACH program to teach STEM concepts through sailing. The club’s mission is to “engage young people in outdoor adventure while merging science education with the sport of sailing.” Each day campers are engaged with a dry land science activity then hit the water to practice what they have learned.
Liverpool’s 4th annual Olympiad at the ‘Pool celebrates athletes of all abilities (photos)
Clay, N.Y. — Athletes entered through a pathway lined with supporters yelling, holding signs, and offering high fives, energizing competitors for one of Liverpool’s marquee athletic events. The 4th annual Olympiad at the ‘Pool spotlights athletes of all abilities in the Liverpool Central School District. Student and staff volunteers ran events including an obstacle course, long jump and 50-yard dash, and led cooperative games with recreational parachutes.
Syracuse Police get sweet revenge against the Fire Department in charity basketball showdown (photos)
Syracuse, N.Y. — Squeaks of sneakers and cheers replaced radios and sirens for one night of intense competition between the Syracuse police and fire departments. For the second consecutive year, the Syracuse Police and Fire departments faced each other in the Bravest vs. Finest basketball game to benefit the United Way of Central New York. The game returned last year after a five-year hiatus. The Syracuse City fire and police departments faced off on the hardwood to raise money for the United Way.
Haudenosaunee Arts Festival celebrates Indigenous culture at Onondaga Community College (photos)
Living Haudenosaunee Arts Festival celebrates Indigenous culture at Onondaga Community College (photos) Published: Aug. 10, 2025, 6:02 a.m. Haudenosaunee Arts Festival Set as Google Preferred Source A celebration of Indigenous culture took center stage at Onondaga Community College on Saturday. The free public festival, presented by Honest Engine Films, took place Saturday, Aug. 9, from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. on the OCC quad at 4585 West Seneca Turnpike in Syracuse.
Haudenosaunee Arts Festival celebrates Indigenous culture at Onondaga Community College (photos)
Haudenosaunee Arts Festival The Haudenosaunee Singers and dancers perform at the Haudenosaunee Arts Festival at Onondaga Community College Saturday, August 9, 2025, in Onondaga, N.Y. Scott Schild | sschild@syracuse.com (Scott Schild/Scott Schild | sschild@syracuse.) Haudenosaunee Arts Festival The Haudenosaunee Singers and dancers perform at the Haudenosaunee Arts Festival at Onondaga Community College Saturday, August 9, 2025, in Onondaga, N.Y. Scott Schild | sschild@syracuse.com (Scott...
Why people are lining up in Syracuse for this traditional food (photos)
Syracuse, N.Y. — The 84th Syracuse Ukrainian Festival kicked off Friday and continues Saturday in the parking lot surrounding St. John the Baptist Ukrainian Catholic Church on Tipp Hill. The Odesa Dance Ensemble commanded attention on stage with their display of traditional and contemporary dance, alongside performances from singers and the church choir. Throughout the day the line for food stretched the length of the parking lot.
Young sailors dunk in Onondaga Lake on ‘capsizing day’ at sailing camp (photos)
Central NY News Young sailors dunk in Onondaga Lake on ‘capsizing day’ at sailing camp (photos) Updated: Jul. 10, 2025, 12:25 p.m. |Published: Jul. 10, 2025, 11:00 a.m. The Onondaga Yacht Club's youth sailing camp practices capsizing and small boat sailing. Set as Google Preferred Source Liverpool, N.Y. — Smiling campers gleefully flipped over their boats and got to cool off in Onondaga Lake during capsizing day on Wednesday during the Onondaga Yacht Club’s youth sailing camp.
Bald eagles stay for summer on Onondaga Lake
Liverpool — Once endangered, bald eagles are thriving both locally and nationally under the protection of the Endangered Species Act. For some, the eagles are a testament to the restoration of Onondaga Lake, including the Honeywell cleanup. A trio of bald eagles is nesting along Onondaga Lake Parkway long after the winter crowd has flown away. This year, three adults welcomed two hatchlings that are now in the process of testing their wings for flight.
Bald eagles stay for summer on Onondaga Lake (photos)
Liverpool, N.Y. — Once endangered, bald eagles are thriving both locally and nationally under the protection of the Endangered Species Act. For some, the eagles are a testament to the restoration of Onondaga Lake, including the Honeywell cleanup. A trio of bald eagles is nesting along Onondaga Lake Parkway long after the winter crowd has flown away. This year, three adults welcomed two hatchlings that are now in the process of testing their wings for flight.
Free sunrise yoga returns to Clinton Square in July (photos)
Central NY News Free sunrise yoga returns to Clinton Square in July (photos) Updated: Jul. 02, 2025, 1:07 p.m. |Published: Jul. 02, 2025, 11:58 a.m. Clinton Square Sunrise yoga in Syracuse Set as Google Preferred Source The tranquility of the fountain and early morning light drew a large crowd to Clinton Square for Sunrise Yoga on Wednesday morning.
Syracuse celebrates World Refugee Day: ‘Lean into love’ (27 photos)
Syracuse, N.Y. – An afternoon highlighting the many cultures and homelands of the city’s resettled refugees filled the parking lot and fields of Grant Middle School on Syracuse’s North Side on Saturday. The World Refugee Day celebration included performances representing Congo, Rwanda, India, China and Myanmar’s Chin State. “Instead of leaning into fear, lean into love,” Fatima Burnet with RISE spoke to the crowd addressing recent national pressure including ICE raids on the immigrant community.
Vintage powerboat racing roars on Onondaga Lake (photos)
LIVERPOOL, N.Y. -- Engines roared and cranes alternated delicately placing vintage raceboats in Onondaga Lake and plucking others out on Saturday, June 21 at Onondaga Lake Park’s Willow Bay during the Syracuse Vintage Raceboat Regatta. The regatta continues on Sunday, June 22 from 7:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. with Pits Open from 7-8 a.m. and noon to 1 p.m., an opportunity for spectators to see the vintage powerboats and chat with racers and crew.
Olympiad at the ‘Pool spotlights athletes of all abilities in Liverpool (photos)
Clay, N.Y. — Young athletes entered the competition to a crowd of cheering volunteers and family members holding signs and offering high-fives at Liverpool’s 3rd Annual Special Olympics-style event. “It’s really special; the whole family comes out every year,” remarked Lisa Holladay, mother of Chestnut Hill Elementary School third-grade athlete, Jacob. “He hates the events, but loves the attention,” she joked. The Holladay family supported Jacob with a cheering section and signs.
Sophomore’s hat trick lifts Homer boys lacrosse over Carthage (39 photos)
High School Sports News Sophomore’s hat trick lifts Homer boys lacrosse over Carthage (39 photos) Updated: May. 04, 2025, 9:37 p.m. |Published: Apr.
Underground fashion in Syracuse (photos)
Entertainment Underground fashion in Syracuse (photos) Updated: Apr. 06, 2025, 9:17 a.m. |Published: Apr. 06, 2025, 9:00 a.m. Syracuse Fashion Week was capped off with its Underground show. Syracuse, N.Y. — Syracuse Fashion week was capped off with “Underground Show” on Saturday night. The event was held at the ELITE Gaming Arena. The always popular body painting segement focused on video games, with Tetris and Pac-Man being featured.
Indigenous Peoples’ Day festival highlights Haudenosaunee performers (photos)
The Onondaga Nation hosted its 2nd annual Indigenous Peoples‘ Day Festival at the Tsha’ Thoñ’nhes Arena Arena on Sunday. Crafters, speakers, the Syracuse Community Choir, and The Haudenosaunee Singers and Dancers educated and entertained visitors. Indigenous Peoples’ Day honors Native Americans and their ancestors, and their contributions, while promising to educate Americans about the history of the United States and the people who lived in the area before colonial settlers arrived.
Indigenous Peoples’ Day festival highlights Haudenosaunee performers (photos)
The Onondaga Nation hosted its 2nd annual Indigenous Peoples‘ Day Festival at the Tsha’ Thoñ’nhes Arena Arena on Sunday. Crafters, speakers, the Syracuse Community Choir, and The Haudenosaunee Singers and Dancers educated and entertained visitors. If you purchase a product or register for an account through a link on our site, we may receive compensation.
Indigenous Peoples’ Day festival highlights Haudenosaunee performers (photos)
The Onondaga Nation hosted its 2nd annual Indigenous Peoples‘ Day Festival at the Tsha’ Thoñ’nhes Arena Arena on Sunday. Crafters, speakers, the Syracuse Community Choir, and The Haudenosaunee Singers and Dancers educated and entertained visitors. Indigenous Peoples’ Day honors Native Americans and their ancestors, and their contributions, while promising to educate Americans about the history of the United States and the people who lived in the area before colonial settlers arrived.
Rob Zombie and Alice Cooper co-headline Freaks on Parade tour (photos)
Rob Zombie and Alice Cooper are brought their “Freaks on Parade” co-headlining tour to Syracuse’s Empower FCU Amphitheater at Lakeview on Wednesday featuring special guests Ministry and Filter opening. Heavy metal and industrial rock legend Rob Zombie is best known for his iconic songs like “Dragula,” “Living Dead Girl,” “Superbeast” and “House of 1000 Corpses,” a song that connects with his horror film of the same name.
State Fair’s chaotic night: No answer yet about gunfire false alarm
Geddes — Twice Sunday night, fairgoers reported hearing gunshots at the New York State Fair,…
Rochester native Danielle Ponder performs at the NYS Fair (photos)
Danielle Ponder performed at Chevy Court on day 8 of the NYS Fair. Ponder released her debut album , “Some Of Us are Brave,” in 2022 after working in the Monroe County Public Defender’s Office for nearly a decade, including as a public defender and as a Diversity, Equity and Inclusion officer. Her powerful voice brought her to Europe as an opener for funk legend George Clinton and she’s also toured with folk-rock musician Marcus Mumford and indie-pop group Lucius.
Chevelle headlines day 4 of the NYS Fair (photos)
Geddes, N.Y. — Chevelle performed at the NYS Fair’s Suburban Park Stage on Saturday, Aug. 24 closing out day four. This was Chevelle’s third performance at the NYS Fair following appearances in 2017 and 2022. The group, featuring brothers Pete and Sam Loeffler, is best known for songs like “The Red,” “Send the Pain Below,” “Vitamin R” and “Face to the Floor.” Chevelle most recently released “NIRATIAS” in 2021. View the gallery below for images from the performance.
Warren Zeiders headlines Day 2 of the NYS Fair (photos)
Rain exited stage left and pure sunshine filled day two of the New York State Fair. Warren Zeiders took the Suburban Park Stage at sunset to a screaming crowd. The audience, a mix of many age groups, danced and sang along with his performance. Zeiders, a Pennsylvania native, is a country singer who built a loyal following with covers and viral hits “Ride the Lightning” and “Pretty Little Poison,” both of which have more than 140 million streams on Spotify.
Bathtub races and Witchy Women support Fillmore Glenn State Park (photos)
Moravia, N.Y. — The Powerful Porcelain Pushers have never missed a race since the event was rekindled in 2019. Racing bathtubs is a fitting event for the town of Moravia. Jackie Schnurr, Vice President of the Friends of Fillmore Glen State Park explained that, “the bathtubs are in honor of President Millard Fillmore, the namesake of the park. He is known as the first president to put a bathtub in the White House”.
Sylvan Beach: Central New York’s nostalgia-fueled answer to Coney Island (photos)
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Sylvan Beach: Central New York’s nostalgia-fueled answer to Coney Island (photos) Original
Sylvan Beach, NY — Oneida Lake, the largest lake completely with in the boundaries of New York State, holds a treasure on its eastern shore. Sylvan Beach and its amusement park blossomed into an early tourist destination initially supported by the NYS canal system, including the Erie Canal and Oneida Lake Canal. In the late 1880s, the area added hotels and two amusements parks that drew thousands of vacationers. Trains and trolleys drew even more vacationers to the area in the early 1900s.
New Syracuse splash pad offers relief from heat
Syracuse, NY — A new splash pad was unveiled Tuesday on the Northside in Washington Square Park. The new water feature includes a self-activated spinning spray pole with six ground sprays. “In 2009, Syracuse rededicated Washington Square Park with the Rehabilitation of its historic fountain, said Common Councilor Marty Nave. “To have a Splash Pad is a wonderful asset to our children who call Washington Square home.” Numerous other Syracuse city splash pads are operating through through Labor Day.
Jam band moe. at Wonderland Forest (photos)
Otisco, N.Y. — moe. opened up a two day stand at Wonderland Forest on Friday night cranking out two sets. Daniel Donato’s Cosmic Country opened the show. moe., which formed at the University at Buffalo in 1989, is a jam rock group whose members all have roots in Upstate New York. Al Schnier, Chuck Garvey, Vinnie Amico and Rob Derhak hail from the Utica area, and the group frequently performs across the region, including at Syracuse’s SAMMY Awards and their own music festival, known as moe.down.
Jason Aldean returns to Empower Amp in Syracuse (photos)
Jason Aldean's Highway Desperado Tour Jason Aldean kicks off his Highway Desperado Tour featuring Hailey Whitters, Chase Matthew, and Austin Snell at the Empower Amp, Tuesday, July 9, 2024, in Syracuse, NY.
Jason Aldean returns to Empower Amp in Syracuse (photos)
Jason Aldean returned to the Empower Federal Credit Union Amphitheater at Lakeview on Thursday night as part of his “Highway Desperado” tour, Aldean last performed at the Syracuse amphitheater in 2022 when it was known as St. Joseph’s Health Amphitheater at Lakeview, or St. Joe’s Amp. The venue, originally known as the Lakeview Amphitheater, was recently renamed in a 7-year deal worth $4 million.
Party in the Square returns! (photos)
Syracuse, N.Y. - Clinton Square was brought to life by live music, food trucks, and adult beverages on Friday night. Party in the Square returned, on Fridays this year, with its free entertainment to celebrate the end of the work week. The Party continues July 12, 19, Aug. 2, 9, and 16. August 16 features Alt rockers Sponge known for their hit Plowed off their first studio album in 1994 “Rotting Pinata”. For full music line ups and food offerings visit https://syrpartyinthesquare.com/index.php
Syracuse Mets celebrate Fourth of July with Fire and Fireworks
Syracuse, N.Y. — A packed NBT Bank Stadium enjoyed a huge celebration. Endless children of all ages ran the bases post game, hula hoops were on fire, and their biggest fireworks show of the year lit up the night sky. View photos of the event in the gallery above, separate gallery for game action photos. If you purchase a product or register for an account through a link on our site, we may receive compensation.
Season’s first fireworks show dazzles with impressive spectacle (30 photos)
Central NY News Season’s first fireworks show dazzles with impressive spectacle (30 photos) Updated: Jun. 26, 2024, 10:09 a.m. |Published: Jun. 26, 2024, 8:00 a.m. The Town of Clay annual food trucks and fireworks event at the Great Northern Mall, Tuesday, June 25, 2024, in Clay, NY. (Scott Schild | sschild@syracuse.com)Scott Schild | sschild@syracuse.com Set as Google Preferred Source Clay, N.Y. — Great Northern Mall was brought back to life on Tuesday night. Or at least the parking lots were.
Syracuse Mets’ Education Day draws sold-out crowd (38 photos)
Syracuse, N.Y. — The Syracuse Mets hosted the season’s second Education Day on Wednesday, June 12, 2024. Schools within walking distance of the stadium and others as far as Camden Central School District ventured to NBT Bank Stadium. They were part of a sold out crowd vs. the Lehigh Valley IronPigs. Rylan Bannon brought students to their feet, bellowing and screaming, with a three-run homer in the bottom of the third, putting the Mets up 3-0.
Hanson packs Clinton Square headlining Taste of Syracuse (photos)
Hanson performs at the Taste of Syracuse Hanson performs at the Taste of Syracuse in Clinton Square, Saturday, June 8, 2024, in Syracuse, NY. (Scott Schild | sschild@syracuse.com)
(Scott Schild/Scott Schild | sschild@syracuse.com) Syracuse, N.Y. — Nineties pop nostalgia had people of all ages bouncing around Clinton Square on Saturday night. The Taste of Syracuse featured Hanson on the main Clinton Square Stage.
Hanson packs Clinton Square headlining Taste of Syracuse (photos)
Syracuse, N.Y. — 90s pop nostalgia had people of all ages bouncing around Clinton Square on Saturday night. The Taste of Syracuse featured Hanson on the main Clinton Square Stage. Fans packed in and climbed up on structures to gain a peak of the now fully grown brothers. Hanson rose to stardom and heartthrob status when their debut album “Middle of Nowhere” topped pop music charts in 1997. If you purchase a product or register for an account through a link on our site, we may receive compensation.
Photo Gallery: King of the Hill Lacrosse Team Genny vs JD (Girls 5/6)
DeWitt, N. Y. — Some of the best youth boys and girls lacrosse teams from around Central New York and beyond gathered Sunday for the annual King of the Hill Festival at Jamesville-DeWitt High School’s Lyndon Fields. Syracuse.com photographers spent the day capturing some of the tournament’s best moments. For free high-definition photo downloads, be sure to subscribe. Here is a look at the best photos from the Team Genny vs J-D (Girls 5/6) game: King of the Hill Lacrosse: Team Genny vs JD (Girls 5/6)
Embracing Diversity: Athletes shine at inclusive olympic-style event at Liverpool High School (photos)
Clay, N.Y. — “I liked running, cause I’m so fast” Kai’mier Johnson, a third grader at Liverpool Elementary, beamed while reflecting on his morning at the “Olympiad at the ‘Pool”. Liverpool gathered athletes from across the district on Thursday for the newly re-named event that was formally the Special Olympics. The event grew to large for the regional gathering in years past at Cicero-North Syracuse High School.
Police Killed-Syracuse
A police officer and a sheriff's deputy in upstate New York were shot and killed Sunday night in an exchange of gunfire with another person, who also was killed. Syracuse Police Chief Joseph Cecile says the shooting took place shortly after 8 p.m. in Liverpool, about 6 miles north of Syracuse. Two Syracuse police officers unsuccessfully attempted to stop a suspicious vehicle but tracked it to Liverpool.
Body paint, Burlesque, and crochet master pieces at Syracuse Fashion Week’s ‘Underground’ show (photos)
Syracuse, N.Y. — A Renaissance Faire theme including a knight swinging a sword, dancingfairies, and turkey legs fit perfectly in the Beer Hall at Middle Ages Brewing Company on Friday night. The Syracuse Fashion Week adults only show featured a wide range of entertainment including juggling and blacklight responsive body paint. The ‘underground’ show is the more risqué and the only 18+ event throughout Syracuse Fashion Week.
Syracuse students warm up with annual hat and glove giveaway (photos)
Syracuse, N.Y. — The 27th annual Wladis hat and glove giveaway makes sure every pre-k through sixth grade student in the Syracuse City School District gets fresh winter gear. The giveaway of hats and gloves started in 1996 when local businessman George Wladis read a newspaper article about children at a Syracuse school needing hats. He personally delivered 300 hats to the school.
Falling in Reverse’s ‘Popular MonsTour’ finally stops at the St. Joe’s Amp (photos)
Geddes, N.Y. — Fans rejoiced as a show put off by Canadian wildfire smoke in June finally took the stage at the St. Joe’s Amp. Falling in Reverse’s “Popular MonsTour” smashed into the Amp with driving beats, a mosh pit and crowd surfing. The band is most notable for their songs “Popular Monster,” “Watch the World Burn,” “ZOMBIFIED,” “I’m Not a Vampire,” “Good Girls Bad Guys,” And “Game Over.” Openers included Ice Nine Kills, Slaughter To Prevail, and Crown The Empire.
Sam Hunt: Summer On The Outskirts Tour, Syracuse, N.Y. (photos) Original
Geddes, N.Y. — Sam Hunt performed at the St. Joe’s Amp in Syracuse on Friday, Aug. 25, as part of his “Summer on the Outskirts” tour. Special guests Brett Young and Lily Rose opened the show. Hunt is a Grammy-nominated singer based in Nashville.
Pentatonix brings Grammy-winning a cappella to St. Joe’s Amp (photos)
Pentatonix performed the first St. Joe’s Amp show during the 2023qc New York State Fair on Thursday night. The show follows a record breaking first day at the NY State Fair with Lainey Wilson crushing the NYS Fair record for largest crowd. Pentatonix is a Grammy-winning a cappella group that won season 3 of “The Sing-Off” in 2011.
Pentatonix brings Grammy-winning a cappella to St. Joe’s Amp (photos)
Pentatonix performed the first St. Joe’s Amp show during the 2023qc New York State Fair on Thursday night. The show follows a record breaking first day at the NY State Fair with Lainey Wilson crushing the NYS Fair record for largest crowd. Pentatonix is a Grammy-winning a cappella group that won season 3 of “The Sing-Off” in 2011.
Parker McCollum - induced mania ensues at the St. Joe’s Health Amp (photos) Original
Geddes, N.Y. — In a fervor akin to Beatlemania, fans screamed and wept in the sold-out pit section as Parker McCollum took the stage Saturday night. Their idol was inches away-close enough to reach out and touch.
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