Good News York

What if there was a place for everyone… centered around creativity? The Center for the Arts is exactly that. From concerts and theater to classes, workshops, and events, it’s become what some call a “YMCA for the arts.” A space where the whole community can come together and experience something meaningful. Follow for more stories […] More

Big things are happening downtown. With a $1.17 million revitalization grant, a new space called “Cornerstone” is coming to life, bringing lectures, classes, performances, and community programs under one roof. It’s not just about restoring a building. It’s about building something meaningful for the future. Follow for more local progress stories worth knowing. More

Sometimes people just need a place to belong. At the Center for the Arts, volunteers don’t just show up… they find connection, friendship, and a real sense of community. For many, it becomes more than a place. It becomes a support system. Because at the end of the day, we all need people. Follow for […] More

Good News York | Episode 165 — Ty Marshall, Center for the Arts of Homer In this episode of Good News York, host Noah Chrysler sits down with Ty Marshal, Executive Director of the Center for the Arts in Homer, New York. Ty shares the inspiring grassroots story behind one of Central New York’s most […] More

Jon Herr of Maker Faire Syracuse breaks down how the maker movement has become more accessible than ever before. He points out that just five years ago, the people showing up with 3D printers and laser engravers were largely professionals or serious hobbyists who had invested significant time and money into learning their craft. Today, […] More

Pauline Shostak of Maker Faire Syracuse shares a moment of self-discovery that many people might relate to. For years, she had been designing games, painting mandalas, and pursuing all kinds of creative activities — she just never had a name for it. It wasn’t until she attended Maker Faire Rochester that it clicked: she was […] More

GNY EP.164 | Maker Faire Syracuse Ladies and gentlemen, welcome back to Good News York! In this episode, host Noah Chrysler sits down with Pauline Lynch Shostak and Jon Herr — two of the key organizers behind Maker Faire Syracuse — to talk all about what makes this annual event one of Central New York’s […] More

Syracuse Fashion Week is built on a simple but powerful idea: inclusion over exclusivity. Zoë shares the guiding philosophy behind the event — a space where anyone, regardless of age or experience, is welcome to participate. From young aspiring models to seasoned creatives, the goal is to bring Syracuse’s fashion community together to celebrate creativity […] More

For anyone in Syracuse curious about breaking into fashion — whether as a designer, model, or makeup artist — Syracuse Fashion Week may be the perfect entry point. Zoë opens the door to newcomers, offering hands-on experience, portfolio-building opportunities, and a welcoming community for those just finding their footing in the industry. More

Zoë Francemone uncovers what many overlook about Syracuse’s fashion scene. What starts as skepticism quickly turns into appreciation as the discussion reveals a thriving underground of vintage shops, local boutiques, and emerging designers. Syracuse has more style than it lets on — you just have to know where to look! More

GNY EP.163 | feat. Zoë Francemone from Syracuse Fashion Week In this episode of Good News York, host Noah Chrysler sits down with Zoë Francemone, Coordinator for Syracuse Fashion Week — a nonprofit organization partnered with the Food Bank of CNY that has been celebrating local fashion, designers, and creatives since 2014. What started as […] More

Hanah Ehrenreich makes a powerful argument for why children should not be shielded from dark or difficult stories. Using the original Cinderella — where the stepsisters cut off their own toes to fit the glass slipper — as an example, she explains that high-stakes stories invite children to think critically, question decisions, and process complex […] More

Hanah Ehrenreich shares what she believes is the key to getting children excited about reading — give them the story first. By letting kids listen before they ever open a book, they develop a reason to want to read in the first place. She also breaks down how the Storytelling with Children Festival keeps kids […] More

Noah Chrysler asks Hanah Ehrenreich to explain the Storytelling with Children Festival. Hanah makes a compelling case for why oral storytelling is one of the most powerful tools available to address the literacy crisis facing children today. She argues that before a child ever picks up a book, a story told out loud gives them […] More

GNY EP.162 | Hanah Ehrenreich — Storytelling Festival of Children In this episode of Good News York, host Noah Chrysler sits down with Hanah Ehrenreich — festival organizer, common counselor for the City of Syracuse, and passionate advocate for early childhood literacy. Hanah is the driving force behind the Storytelling with Children Festival, taking place […] More

Erin Bates, Executive Director of McMahon Ryan Child Advocacy Center, breaks down exactly how families and community members can reach out when they have concerns about a child. Whether someone needs guidance, has a non-emergency concern, or is in an immediate crisis situation, Erin makes it clear that help is always available. The center has […] More