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Urban CNY honored by Syracuse Press Club Posted on 07/11/08
Urban CNY Publisher/editor Ken Jackson was honored by The Syracuse Press Club with Second place Best Blog for Urbancny.com. The web version of Urban CNY/The Constitution received Second Place... More

Mayor’s Neighborhood Town Hall Meetings Continue Posted on 07/11/08
Syracuse NY- The third Mayor’s Town Hall Meeting will take place on Monday June 30, 2008 at H.W. Smith K-8, 1130 Salt Springs Road beginning at 6:30 p.m. All neighborhood residents are invited to... More

Community Folk Art Center June Exhibition: The Whipping Post Posted on 06/11/08
Syracuse, NY - May 27, 2008 The Community Folk Art Center announces opening of new gallery exhibition, The Whipping Post by photographer Brantley Carroll. Blending historical images and engravings or... More

Housing Program to Kick Off for Midland/Lincoln/Bellevue Neighborhood Posted on 06/09/08
$3 million available for improvements in area Syracuse NY- On Tuesday, May 6, 2008 the... More

Edwards becomes New Human Rights Director Posted on 06/09/08
Julius Edwards has become the new Executive Director of the Syracuse/Onondaga County Human Rights Commission, He replaces Linda Hall. Edwards most recently served as deputy Director at Hillbrook... More

Onondaga Community College's Accelerated Business Degree Program Posted on 06/09/08
Accelerated Business Degree Program Information Session Monday June 9th 6-7 p.m. Whitney Applied Technology Center Room 209 This session is designed for those considering our... More

Dr. Boyce Watkins responds to Bill O'Reilly as Posted on 05/15/08
Greetings to the YourBlackWorld family, I felt the need to give you the latest on Bill O’Reilly’s outrage over our protest and Keith Olbermann’s (MSNBC) reaction. I will also give you the inside... More

Bill O’Reilly Pay’s A Visit To Syracuse to “Take me out” Posted on 05/15/08
Last week, some of you may be aware of the initiative we put in place at YourBlackWorld to confront Bill O'Reilly, Sean Hannity and the rest of the Axis of Ignorance about the way they have... More

Mayor Institutes Mandatory Policy Regarding Diversity Issues in the Workplace Posted on 04/06/08
Syracuse NY- Mayor Driscoll announced April 1st policies and procedures which will be mandated to all City... More

SONYMA Raises Purchase Price and Income Limits for Syracuse Area Posted on 04/06/08
NEW YORK, NY readMedia)-- The State of New York Mortgage Agency (SONYMA) is increasing the purchase price and income limits for its below-market interest rate mortgages, making the mortgages more... More

OBAMA SPEECH IN FULL: A MORE PERFECT UNION Posted on 03/19/08
OBAMA SPEECH IN FULL: A MORE PERFECT UNION Tuesday, March 18th, 2008/ 10:17:53 ET Philadelphia, Pennsylvania “We the people, in order to form a more perfect union.” Two hundred and twenty... More

Statement from Lieutenant Governor David A. Paterson Posted on 03/12/08
Like all New Yorkers I am saddened by what we have learned over the past several days. On a personal level Governor Spitzer and Silda have been close and steadfast friends. As an elected official the... More

Spitzer Announces Resignation Posted on 03/12/08
Eliot Spitzer the 54th Governor of New York State tainted by recent revelations of involvement in a prostitution ring announced his resignation from his office in New York City. In a statement... More

Spitzer to Announce resignation this morning Posted on 03/12/08
(Syracuse, N.Y.) According to broadcast reports New York State Governor Eliot Spitzer at 11:30 a.m. will announce his resignation from office effective Monday March 17th 2008. Spitzer's... More

Lieutenant Governor David A. Paterson Poised to become first black governor of New York State Posted on 03/11/08
As of today March 11, 2008 there are calls from republicans for the Governor to resign within two days or face impeachment. Sources within the Democratic Party expect Governor Spitzer to resign... More

STATEMENT FROM GOVERNOR ELIOT SPITZER Posted on 03/11/08
Over the past nine years, eight as Attorney General and one as Governor, I have tried to uphold a vision of progressive politics that will rebuild New York and create opportunity for all. We sought... More

Action Network Invites "Stakeholders" to Membership Meeting Posted on 02/22/08
The Syracuse Chapter of the National Action Network will hold its weekly membership meeting Saturday, February 23 at Fountain of Life C.O.G.I.C, 700 South Ave., from 10:00-11:00 a.m. Saturday's... More

HOW BILL CLINTON MADE OBAMA INTO A KING Posted on 02/22/08
All the polls said that South Carolina was supposed to be close. Televised specials on black female conflict between race and gender were all over the airwaves, and it was concluded that South... More

CSTEP at Syracuse University names Henriquez-Kaba coordinator Posted on 02/15/08
Cassandre Henriquez-Kaba of Syracuse, N.Y., has been appointed coordinator of student services and civic engagement in the Collegiate Science and Technology Entry (CSTEP) Program at Syracuse... More

National Action Network Induction Service Posted on 01/26/08
The Syracuse Chapter is please to announce our first official induction service as an affiliate of the National Action Network,one of the nation's leading civil rights organization, with founder and... More

A cut above: Keeping it all in the family Posted on 12/18/07
“I’ve been in the same spot since 1983,” 71 year-old Carlton Collins said proudly. He was talking about the barbershop he owns at 309 S. Crouse Ave. “It makes it easier on my customers. They know... More

This is Her Time: Joanie Mahoney for Onondaga County Executive Posted on 11/02/07
She's challenged the status quo in Onondaga County. As an insurgent republican Joanie Mahoney defied conventional wisdom and political prognosticators snatching the republican County Executive... More

Savior’s Sunday at Spirit of Jubilee Park Posted on 09/23/07
Musical groups, Charles Cannon and the Bells of Harmony, The SUNY Cortland (International) Gospel Choir and Kyla Clark will perform at the final Southwest Showcase Sunday of the season. This event... More

STAR Rebate Enrollment Campaign Continues in Central New York Counties Posted on 09/23/07
Online Application Will Make Enrollment Fast and Easy ALBANY, NY (08/27/2007; 1432)(readMedia)-- Acting New York State Commissioner of Taxation and Finance Barbara G. Billet today announced that... More

State Fair Opens in Syracuse: Pan African Village Schedule Posted on 08/23/07
This area has Afro-Centric items, crafts, ethnic clothing, jewelry, African Art and more. Also featuring an entertainment stage with R&B, Caribbean, African drums, jazz and Latin American music that... More

Charles Pierce to announce candidacy for 4th Council District Posted on 07/05/07
Charles Pierce is announcing his candidacy on the Syracuse Common Council from the fourth district. He will be participating in a primary election for the Democratic Party. He has been a community... More

Syracuse Eastside Neighborhood Farmers’ Market Open for season Posted on 07/05/07
Syracuse, NY -- JUNE 28, 2007 -- The Syracuse Eastside Neighborhood Farmers’ Market will celebrate its 2nd week of operation in Lexington Park (intersection of East Genesee Street and Columbus... More

Requiem for a festival Posted on 06/18/07
Juneteenth as organizers envisioned it is dead, a victim of violence that it tried so hard to avoid by moving the festival to downtown Syracuse's Clinton Square. As people at the scene filed out with... More

Construction Apprenticeship(s) and Credit Union Workshops - Highlight June Opportunities Posted on 06/11/07
The Engineers Joint Training Fund, IUOE Local 545, will conduct apprentice recruitment from June 4 through June 15 for three operating engineers (heavy equipment operator), State Labor Commissioner... More

community-wide African American bone marrow registration drive Posted on 06/11/07
Bone Marrow Registration Drive During Juneteenth Celebration William G. Pomeroy Foundation Power 106.9 FM The National Marrow Donor Program The first free community-wide African American... More

Thank you, Mr. Atkins Posted on 06/11/07
Joseph Henry "Mr. A."Atkins, 84, of Syracuse, passed away on May 27. Calling hours were held May 31 at Bellgrove Missionary Baptist Church, he was later buried in Oakwood Cemetery. There was more... More

New York State AFL-CIO Statement On Senator Clinton’s Labor Town Hall Forum Posted on 06/11/07
ALBANY, NY (readMedia)-- On Saturday, June 09, 2007 the National AFL-CIO, in conjunction with the Metropolitan Detroit AFL-CIO and the Michigan AFL-CIO will hold a town hall style meeting in Detroit.... More

Joe "Mr. A" Atkins Dies at 84 Posted on 05/31/07
Joseph Henry "Mr. A."Atkins 84, of Syracuse, went home to be with his Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on May 27, 2007. Calling Hours: Thursday from 5 to 8 p.m. at Bellgrove Missionary Baptist Church,... More

Dance Moves...Fundraiser to Support Onondaga Dance Institute Posted on 04/20/07
The Community Folk Art Center will host a fundraiser to help support Onondaga Dance Institute's move to a new dance studio. The fundraiser will take place on Sunday, April 22nd from 3:00 - 6:00 p.m.... More

More Don Imus Coverage - Random Thoughts: Progress, and Regress Posted on 04/12/07
They'll hold a fit and proper celebration Sunday in Chavez Ravine. The Dodgers that once belonged to Brooklyn marked the 60th anniversary of Jack Roosevelt Robinson's historic entry into the major... More

Local Business Wins $50,000 on WCNY Posted on 04/09/07
Take Flight Goose Management, which uses the herding and stalking instincts of Border Collies to control their customers’ geese problems, beat out twenty-six other businesses to take the $50,000... More

Bea Gonzalez is YWCA Academy of Diversity Achievers Award Recipient for 2007 Posted on 04/09/07
Bea Gonzalez of Syracuse works tirelessly for her community as President of the Syracuse Common Council and as Dean of University College at Syracuse University. Bea has been a champion of diversity... More

Spring Thaw Brings Construction Bid Opportunities for Minority & Women Owned Businesses Posted on 03/30/07
It's Spring in Syracuse and the long anticipated 2 billion dollars in new construction is about to begin. For up-to-date Construction Bid information check out Urban CNY's Opportunity Section... More

“MOM’S”An Evening of Comedy with Jackie “Mom’s” Mabley and Her Ladies Posted on 03/17/07
The Paul Robeson Performing Arts Company celebrates it’s 25th Anniversary with “MOM’S” An Evening of Comedy with Jackie “Mom’s” Mabley and Her Ladies, written by and starring Clarice Taylor. The... More

The Alliance Network Celebrates 10 years of community advocacy Posted on 02/23/07
The Alliance Network is a multi-ethnic public issues advocacy group committed to improving the quality of life in the Central New York Community, politically, socio-economically, educationally, and... More

Syracuse University’s WISE Center appoints director Posted on 02/23/07
Constance (Connie) Gregory of Syracuse, N.Y., has been appointed as the director of the Women Igniting the Spirit of Entrepreneurship (WISE) Center, located at Syracuse University’s South Side... More

Five Syracuse University civil engineering alumni establish prize to honor their mentor, James Mandel Posted on 02/18/07
The Mandel Prize is the first award established by alumni of color in honor of a Syracuse University faculty member During her sophomore year in Syracuse University’s L.C. Smith College of... More

Community Service Pioneer Dies Posted on 02/18/07
SYRACUSE – Levi Smith, founder of Syracuse University’s Thursday Morning Roundtable, the Onondaga Citizens League, and the Institute for Retire Professionals, died Wednesday, February 7, 2007. He was... More

Sentencing for Dollars: The Financial Consequences of a Criminal Conviction Posted on 02/18/07
The financial penalties imposed, directly or indirectly, as a result of a criminal conviction, are among the least considered or analyzed of the collateral consequences. Driven by a combination of... More

Official Proclamation to Celebrate Black History Month at Onondaga Community College Posted on 02/03/07
Official Proclamation to Celebrate Black History Month at Onondaga Community College The Cultural Celebration will kick-off and conclude with an energetic musical piece by African Master Drummer... More

Black History Month Calendar Updates throughout the Month! Posted on 01/28/07
Check out our Events Page for the latest Black History Month Schedule update. Onondaga Community College, Upstate University Hospital and Onondaga County Public Library Beauchamp Branch and more will... More

Chris Abani Speaks at Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Magnet Elementary School King Event Posted on 01/28/07
Abani faced the group of high school musicians, put his saxophone to his lips and set off on an improvised jazz solo. “We’ll keep a nice, easy, sweet feel,” Mike Treat, director of the ensemble,... More

Parent Success Initiative starts Non-custodial parent initiative with Event and Workshop Posted on 01/28/07
SYRACUSE, NY (January 17, 2007) – The Parent Success Initiative (PSI), an organization that helped non-custodial parents get back to work and repay $2 million dollars in back child support from 2000... More

Syracuse University announces recipients of 2007 Martin Luther King Jr. Unsung Heroes Awards Posted on 01/15/07
The Syracuse University Martin Luther King Jr. Celebration Committee has selected the recipients of the 2007 Unsung Heroes Awards. The awards are presented to members of the SU and greater Syracuse... More

Syracuse Church Community Honors King Monday Posted on 01/14/07
The Interdenominational Ministerial Alliance presents their Annual Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Service 7:00 at Living Water Church of God in Christ,121 Huron Street Syracuse, NY Elder Nebraski... More

Syracuse’s face-based initiative Posted on 01/12/07
It’s a cold Saturday afternoon on Syracuse’s south side, the area’s outdoor basketball courts have long since shed their nets and youth in search of a game are usually out of luck. Without a place... More

Urban CNY's New Look Posted on 12/28/06
A fresh new look, more features, and better navigation! We've updated Urban CNY in order to provide you with the best online experience. Here are just some of our new features: 1. What's Up:... More