
Cornell University launching layoffs, citing “profound financial challenges”
ITHACA, N.Y. — Cornell University says it’s facing “profound financial challenges” and is taking several steps that will “reduce Cornell’s workforce,” something the university calls a “necessity” to ensure its long-term financial viability. Cornell cited hundreds of millions of dollars
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American Airlines adds nonstop flights for Syracuse-Notre Dame football game in November
SYRACUSE, N.Y. — American Airlines has added special nonstop flights between Syracuse and South Bend, Indiana for Syracuse University (SU) football fans attending the team’s

International Wire Group to acquire Pennsylvania copper company
CAMDEN, N.Y. — International Wire Group (IWG), a member of the Olympus Partners and Atlas Holdings portfolio, entered into a purchase agreement to acquire Hussey

5 ways employers can cut prescription drug costs without reducing benefits
Did you know that prescription drug costs in the U.S. are rising faster than inflation? For businesses, that means higher expenses and tough choices.

Downtown Committee’s annual meeting highlights ongoing projects
SYRACUSE, N.Y. — Development activity totaling $292 million is either announced or underway in downtown Syracuse. The projects include new housing units that are planned

City of Syracuse, developer break ground on upcoming housing, retail project
SYRACUSE, N.Y. — Work is beginning on a new mixed-use development on Syracuse’s East side that’s located within walking distance of Syracuse University. Officials broke

Waverly man arrested for grand larceny
WAVERLY, N.Y. — The New York State Police at Owego announced they arrested a Waverly man on Wednesday, June 18 for allegedly stealing thousands of

Micron, U.S. agree on expanded investments in manufacturing, including Clay campus
Micron Technology, Inc. (NASDAQ: MU) says it expects to begin ground preparation in Clay later this year following completion of state and federal environmental-review processes.