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NORDTECH consortium to use $27M in federal funds for projects
The Northeast Regional Defense Technology Hub (NORDTECH) will use $27 million in U.S. Department of Defense (DoD) funding for various projects, U.S. Senate Majority Leader Charles Schumer (D–N.Y.) announced Sept. 18. NORDTECH describes itself as a regional consortium of government labs, defense companies, academic institutions, and technology-manufacturing organizations in New York state and one of […]

Tompkins Chamber announces annual award winners
ITHACA, N.Y. — The Tompkins County Chamber of Commerce has announced this year’s winners of its annual awards, which recognize contributions by businesses, nonprofits, and

Berkshire Bank opens new office in DeWitt
DeWITT, N.Y. — Just six months after announcing the sale of a nearby branch in the village of East Syracuse to another bank, Berkshire Bank has opened a new office in the town of DeWitt. The new Berkshire Bank office at 6319 Fly Road in DeWitt will support its business banking, commercial real estate, middle-market

ESD’s Global NY expands to 15 markets, offers $900K to help N.Y. businesses in exporting
ALBANY, N.Y. — Empire State Development (ESD) on Tuesday announced an expansion of Global NY’s international presence, growing from nine to 15 markets. Global NY

Canandaigua National Bank & Trust plans to open multiple Syracuse–area branches starting in 2025
CANANDAIGUA, N.Y. — Canandaigua National Bank & Trust announced it will be entering the Syracuse market with plans to open multiple branches starting in 2025. Frank Hamlin, III, the bank’s president and CEO, views this announcement as the “next exciting evolution for an organization that has made consistent and considerable growth throughout its history.” Canandaigua

State of Downtown report details vibrant activity
Nearly 30 new ground-floor businesses began operations in downtown Syracuse in the 2023-24 fiscal year. The firms included seven new retail shops, eight personal-service locations, and 14 new food and beverage spots. That’s according to the State of Downtown report that Merike Treier, executive director of the Downtown Committee of Syracuse Inc., delivered during the

Everson’s new café serves tasty treats on works of art
SYRACUSE — Visitors to the Everson Museum of Art in downtown Syracuse have long wished for a place on site where they could grab a quick bite to eat during their visit. With the opening of Louise, a new café at the museum, visitors can now enjoy a meal while also appreciating art. Named after

Miss Prissy’s readies for downtown Syracuse opening
SYRACUSE — The co-owner of Miss Prissy’s says the renovation work is well underway at the eatery’s first restaurant location at 431 S. Warren St. in Syracuse. The work started a few days after the Aug. 1 groundbreaking event held at the South Warren Street space, Dreamer Glen, co-owner of Miss Prissy’s, tells CNYBJ in

Walkable art trail expanded offerings of downtown art festival
SYRACUSE — This summer, CNY Arts, Inc. tried something new as part of the annual Syracuse Arts & Crafts Festival with a walkable art trail through the city designed to encourage public participation with arts and cultural activity. The Syracuse Art Trail ran from July 19 through July 29 across downtown Syracuse, connecting visitors to

Ale ‘n Angus owner to open 2nd eatery in former Starbucks space
Crooked Cattle scheduled to open in early 2025 SYRACUSE — Whether it is an award-winning burger or a stellar sandwich, Matt Beach just wants to feed customers. Early next year, he hopes to do that from his second Syracuse restaurant, Crooked Cattle, which will feature a new menu including a roast-beef sandwich that honors the
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