More Stories from the Heart of Central New York

Martin Sweeney’s passion for local history is second to none. Like a preacher on the pulpit Martin engages people throughout Central New York with his research. He started bringing history to life for students as a teacher and continues to do so for his community with this book. His dedication to Homer and its history has preserved stories for future generations to cherish and celebrate Homer’s history. -- Matthew Urtz, Madison County, NY Historian More Stories from the Heart of Central New York is a remarkably fascinating read, which—thanks to its unique framing—offers both a nuanced exploration into Homer’s past along with insight into how a community engages with those stories. As such, the reader walks away with not only an appreciation of Homer’s rich history, but also a deeper understanding of the process in which dedicated historians and researchers strive to keep those stories alive. Brimming with a sense of discovery and excitement, the varied vignettes featured within this book guarantee there is something here for everybody. * Zachary Finn, Research Historian at the William G. Pomeroy Foundation, and author of The Lady in White: A Tale Set in Rochester, New York * Martin Sweeney is a Central New York treasure. He works tirelessly in promoting Historic Homer. He has made a huge impact on his former students and is an influence on the Town and Village of Homer’s efforts to maintain its historic character. Martin’s public speaking is very entertaining and educational, and his books on local history reveal amazing accuracy and detail. His work is much appreciated for creating a legacy that will leave all of Central New York a better place. -- Michael Park, Town of Homer Supervisor Martin Sweeney has an incredible passion for history. His enthusiasm brings the stories behind the facts to life, making them not just informative but genuinely fun and engaging. This has caused Homer officials and residents to learn about and take pride in their community’s history and architecture, which is a real boon to heritage tourism. -- Darren “Hal” McCabe, Mayor of the Village of Homer