Corn holds a special place in Haudenosaunee culture. Community members came together recently to husk harvested corn.
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How a Syracuse-area man helped create one of the most popular birding apps
Drew Weber, who works at Cornell and lives in the Syracuse area, helped create the Merlin bird app.
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A relaxing escape from the summer sun (photo of the week)
Daisy the dog rests in the shade of a bench in this photo of the week.
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‘This is just my style’: Dewitt man wins third place title in international mustache championship
Neal Eckrich, known for his curled ‘stache, talked mustache maintenance and world travel with Central Current.
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The Candle Bar by Cocoas Candles, a new oasis for custom luxury scents, opens in Syracuse’s Sankofa District
Syracuse entrepreneur establishes multi-use candle bar for communal gatherings and shopping experience.
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Legendary Onondaga stick-maker Alfie Jacques’ legacy lives on in wake of his passing
The lacrosse community, friends and family members honor Jacques, who died at 74 in mid-June.
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Jazz Fest is back in full swing after 5-year hiatus: Q&A with founder Frank Malfitano
The Syracuse Jazz Festival has resumed after experiencing a hiatus predating the pandemic.
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Syracuse Juneteenth Festival: ‘This truly is our independence day’Â
Community members gathered over the weekend with flag-raising, victory parade to commemorate the emancipation of enslaved people in the U.S.
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‘Reservation Dogs’ star Gary Farmer reflects on his five-decade career, Indigenous representation in Hollywood
The Haudenosaunee actor, musician and artist grew up in Buffalo and briefly attended Syracuse University. He recently sat down with Central Current for a wide-ranging interview.
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Central New York celebrates Pride with rainbows, dancing, cheers (photo gallery)
The Central New York LGBTQ+ community celebrated Syracuse’s annual Pride Festival and Parade on Saturday.
