Onondaga Nation- In the summer of 2014, the New York State Education Department (NYSED) reached out to the Onondaga Nation School for assistance. The State Education Department was creating modules to help support teachers in teaching the new Common Core Standards. One of the modules that NYSED created was for fourth graders which focused on the Haudenosaunee. “The NYSED … [Read more...] about New York State Education Department partners with Onondaga Nation School
America’s dirtiest lake was cleaned up- But the fish are still poisonous
Vice News- by Sarah Sax Swimming in Onondaga Lake is something most residents of the nearby city of Syracuse would like to avoid. For over 100 years, the lake was used as a dumping ground for the county and industry groups like Allied Chemical, whose factories line the shore. It became known as the most polluted lake in America, and its reputation hasn't faltered. But … [Read more...] about America’s dirtiest lake was cleaned up- But the fish are still poisonous
IROQUOIS NATIONALS 2018 RECAP: WLC NETANYA, ISRAEL
Iroquois Nationals - August 3, 2018, Haudenosaunee Territory – The Iroquois Nationals arrive in Netanya, Israel to participate in the Federation of International Lacrosse World Championships. The road to the lacrosse world games had a few bumps and spins for the Haudenosaunee’s national sport team this year but they landed on their feet physically and spiritually. The … [Read more...] about IROQUOIS NATIONALS 2018 RECAP: WLC NETANYA, ISRAEL
Tuscarora takes Two
Redhawks- The 2018 Can-Am finals is coming down to the final weekend to decide its champion. The Redhawks took the first two games and were looking to take a control of the seven game series. But the first place Tuscarora Tomahawks were up to the challenge and took both games this weekend. The Redhawks traveled to Tuscarora where the home town team turned the momentum … [Read more...] about Tuscarora takes Two
Latest phase of Onondaga Lake cleanup could cost Honeywell $12.7 million
Syracuse, N.Y. Glenn Coin -- A toxic waste site on the western shore of Onondaga Lake will be covered over with dirt and asphalt, according to a new cleanup plan released by the Department of Environmental Conservation. Honeywell is responsible for the cleanup of the 90-acre site, which borders Harbor Brook and straddles I-690 at the southwest corner of the lake. The DEC … [Read more...] about Latest phase of Onondaga Lake cleanup could cost Honeywell $12.7 million
Redhawks take Two
Redhawks- The Redhawks lead the best of seven series two game to none by sweeping the first weekend of action. Game one saw saw the visiting Redhawks make sure the hometown Tomahawks know that momentum was on their side. Redhawk Korie Halftown opened scoring just 1 minute into the game. Korie then followed up with two more goals giving the Redhawks a 3-0 lead and the … [Read more...] about Redhawks take Two
Smoke dancers entertain crowd at Stage of Nations ECOfest (photos, video)
SYRACUSE, NY. by Sarah Moses Buckshot - Smoke dancers heated up the stage Saturday evening at the annual Stage of Nations ECOfest in Hanover Square. The smoke dance is unique to the Haudenosaunee, which includes the Mohawk, Cayuga, Onondaga, Oneida, Seneca and Tuscarora nations. Smoke dancing is noted for its fast pace and freestyle movements. read more... … [Read more...] about Smoke dancers entertain crowd at Stage of Nations ECOfest (photos, video)