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Prototyping accelerator in Ithaca accepting applications for summer program
ITHACA, N.Y. — Rev: Ithaca Startup Works has launched applications for its 2025 Prototyping Hardware Accelerator summer-long program that guides entrepreneurs through developing physical product
McMahon Ryan Child Advocacy Center names new executive director
SYRACUSE, N.Y. — The McMahon Ryan Child Advocacy Center has named Erin Bates as the organization’s new executive director. Bates succeeds outgoing executive director Colleen Merced, per an update from the McMahon Ryan board of directors that was forwarded to CNYBJ. Merced has been a “driving force in advancing our programs, expanding community partnerships, and ensuring
New fitness, dance studio formally opens in Clinton
CLINTON — After years of studying dance and teaching dance, Julia Shove’s personal expansion into other areas of movement and fitness was a natural lead-in to opening her own studio. Making Moves Fitness & Dance, located at 3 Kirkland Ave. in Clinton, celebrated its grand opening on Dec. 12, 2024. “My roots began in classical
Hochul visits Upstate University Hospital with $200M earmarked for facility renovation
SYRACUSE, N.Y. — Gov. Kathy Hochul on Wednesday met with the leadership of Upstate Medical University to discuss the state’s $200 million investment for Upstate
UHS spine program receives Joint Commission certification
BINGHAMTON — United Health Services, Inc. (UHS) recently received the Joint Commission’s Gold Seal of Approval for Core Certification in Spine Surgery. UHS — a locally owned, not-for-profit hospital and health-care system serving greater Binghamton and surrounding counties — says it is the first program in upstate New York to earn the certification. The Joint
Southern Tier nonprofit names new executive director
ONEONTA, N.Y. — The LEAF Council on Alcoholism and Addictions — a nonprofit serving Chenango and Otsego counties, which seeks to reduce the onset of substance misuse and addiction — has a new executive director. Tessa Davidson started in the role on Jan. 1, succeeding Julie Dostal, who retired after more than 25 leading the
CNY Community Foundation wins $400K grant for lead-poisoning prevention efforts
SYRACUSE, N.Y. — The Central New York Community Foundation’s LeadSafeCNY initiative will use a $400,000 grant to support the LeadSafeCNY coalition’s outreach and community engagement
New CEO of HOA starts position in mid-February
DeWITT, N.Y. — Hematology-Oncology Associates of CNY (HOA) is getting ready for a leadership transition in mid-February. HOA has appointed Jennifer Pichoske as its next CEO, effective Feb. 15. She will succeed the retiring Maryann Roefaro, who has served as CEO since 2002, the health-care provider specializing in oncology and hematology announced. Described as a
Oswego Health Employee Giving Campaign raises more than $77,000 in 2024
OSWEGO, N.Y. — Through the 2024 Employee Giving Campaign, 352 employees at Oswego Health contributed just under $77,453 to support the Oswego Health Foundation, the organization announced. Known internally as “We are the Foundation,” the annual campaign allows employees to contribute directly to projects and priorities within Oswego Health, impacting their colleagues, as well as
Rome Health receives $500,000 in ARPA funds from Oneida County for expansion project
ROME, N.Y. — Oneida County on Wednesday, Jan. 22 presented Rome Health with $500,000 in American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) funds to build a hybrid
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