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Tsha Thoñ’nhes: Outstanding Civil Engineering Achievement of 2016

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Syracuse, NY - On March 21, 2016, the first day of spring brought an honor to the Onondaga Nation.  The Syracuse Section of Society of Civil Engineers named the Nation’s Tsha Thoñ’nhes as the recipient of the Outstanding Civil Engineering Achievement of 2016. “We are very honored that the Society of Civil Engineers recognized us for Tsha’ Thoñ’nhes,” said Onondaga council … [Read more...] about Tsha Thoñ’nhes: Outstanding Civil Engineering Achievement of 2016

Who Are these People Anyway?

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"In this fascinating book, Powless writes of his experiences living for over eighty years on traditional Onondaga territory. He tells of the teachings passed down through generations and shares traditional knowledge of environmental challenges and sustainability. This book not only provides a better understanding of the Onondaga people, it creates a bridge between the Onondaga … [Read more...] about Who Are these People Anyway?

LaFayette Volleyball Falls in Regionals to Tioga

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Chittenango- The LaFayette girls volleyball team lost to Tioga in a 5 set thriller for a birth in the State finals. Tioga, the Sectional champion from Section 4, had an impressive resume heading into the game with an undefeated record (20-0) including two quality wins over last year’s Section 4 champion, Harpursville. “We knew this would be a great challenge for us,” said … [Read more...] about LaFayette Volleyball Falls in Regionals to Tioga

Lacrosse Comes Home: The Onondaga Nation hosts the World Indoor Lacrosse Championships

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STORY AND PHOTOS BY JOURDAN BENNETT-BEGAYE (DINÉ) NativePeoples.com: SYRACUSE, N.Y.—Fans still stretch their arms toward players as the Iroquois Nationals lacrosse team passes by, hoping for a high-five or an autograph. Despite taking silver to Canada’s gold at the World Indoor Lacrosse Championships in September, family and supporters from across Indian Country hold … [Read more...] about Lacrosse Comes Home: The Onondaga Nation hosts the World Indoor Lacrosse Championships

Powless Inducted in to Hall of Fame

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Redhawkslax.com: Syracuse- On October 18, 2015, Barry Powless was inducted into the 2015 Greater Central New York Lacrosse Hall of Fame.  The Hall recognized Powless for is accolades on the field and behind the bench. Barry’s lacrosse career started like most boys in the Nation, in the box.  At the age of 13, Barry had the opportunity to play alongside his father against the … [Read more...] about Powless Inducted in to Hall of Fame

Thompson Brothers hold camp for Nation youth

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Onondaga Nation- How do four of the top players on the Nationals Lacrosse team prepare for the upcoming World Games on their Nation? Extra practice, sprints, re-string a stick or two? Yes, there is that. Plus for the Thompson brothers: Jeremy, Hiana, Miles and Lyle, they decided to put on a lacrosse camp for the Onondaga Nation youth. The Thompson Brothers travel all over … [Read more...] about Thompson Brothers hold camp for Nation youth