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Digital Hyve co-founders, Weitsman launch new AI venture
SKANEATELES, N.Y. — Arcovo AI, which is described as an artificial intelligence (AI)-automation agency, has launched operations with the backing of three area entrepreneurs. The new venture is “dedicated to leveling the playing field for local and regional businesses by providing advanced workflow AI automation solutions tailored to their unique needs to help them save […]

Oswego Health names new emergency management coordinator
OSWEGO, N.Y. — Oswego Health has appointed Mark Azzarello as its new emergency management coordinator. Azzarello, who has extensive experience in emergency medical services and public health, will oversee emergency preparedness, safety protocols, and wellness initiatives across Oswego Health’s 18 campuses and among its 1,400 employees, the health system announced. The emergency management coordinator is

Tops Friendly Markets appoints senior VP of operations
Tops Friendly Markets has announced the promotion of John McCaffrey, a 44-year grocery-industry veteran, to the role of senior VP of operations. McCaffrey will formally begin his new role in February, succeeding Mike Patti, who will be retiring after 52 years of service to Tops, according to the announcement. McCaffrey, a Liverpool–area resident, joined Tops

Corning Inc. to invest $315 million in North Country facility
CANTON, N.Y. — Corning Inc. (NYSE: GLW) will invest up to $315 million in its Canton facility, including equipment, and create up to 130 new

Mid-Utica Neighborhood Preservation Corporation announces new executive director
UTICA, N.Y. — The Mid-Utica Neighborhood Preservation Corporation (MUNPC) has hired Leslie Pasco as executive director, the first person to hold the position in more than 20 years, the organization announced. In the new role, Pasco will focus on strategic planning, programming, and support for the planned West Street Impact Center, a key component of

Rome Health Foundation names six new board members and board president
ROME, N.Y. — The Rome Health Foundation recently announced the addition of six new members of its board of directors. The foundation board also elected

KeyBank study finds financial imposter syndrome fuels consumer anxiety
Even though many Americans say they’re currently feeling financial stress, KeyBank’s annual Financial Mobility Survey finds that Americans are “closer to their personal financial comfort goals than they may realize.” The bank says the feeling of financial stress is a case of “financial imposter syndrome,” which refers to the self-doubt many people feel about their
Launch NY hires program manager, marketing & events manager
BUFFALO — Launch NY says it has hired two employees in management positions overseeing important initiatives. Cassidy Malough will serve as a Launch NY program manager with oversight over the Launch NY Entrepreneur-in-Residence (EIR) and other client services programs, along with grant and data management. The organization has also named Taylor Griffith marketing and events

Benefits for paid family leave, workers’ comp. in N.Y. to rise in 2025
ALBANY — With 2025 now underway, the state says the new year includes increased workers’ compensation and paid family leave benefits for workers, along with some “savings for businesses.” As of Jan. 1, 2025, the minimum weekly benefit for workers’ compensation and the maximum weekly benefit for paid family leave will both go up, while

Community Bank recognized by AHA for commitment to workforce health
DeWITT — The American Heart Association (AHA) recently awarded Community Bank N.A. its silver recognition in the 2024 Well-being Works Better Scorecard, honoring the bank’s commitment to the health of its workforce and the community, the bank announced. The Scorecard honors organizations at four levels — bronze, silver, gold, or platinum — based on their
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