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Simpson to take three-month sabbatical from CenterState CEO this summer
SYRACUSE, N.Y. — Robert Simpson, president and CEO of CenterState CEO, says he plans to take a sabbatical from his duties at CenterState CEO this summer. “After thoughtful consideration, and with the full support and involvement of the CenterState CEO Executive Committee, I’ve made the decision to take a sabbatical and will be stepping away […]

Future Farmers of America breaks ground for new facility at the State Fairgrounds
GEDDES, N.Y. — Future Farmers of America (FFA) on Thursday broke ground for a new building at the State Fairgrounds in the town of Geddes.

Public meetings set for third phase of the Onondaga Creekwalk extension project
SYRACUSE, N.Y. — The City of Syracuse will hold two upcoming public meetings to gather input on the third phase of the project to extend

Project Fibonacci Foundation announces new multi-year sponsorship from NYSTEC
ROME, N.Y. — The Project Fibonacci Foundation, Inc. has announced New York State Technology Enterprise Corporation (NYSTEC) as a new partner and supporter in advance of its 7th annual STEAM Leadership Conference coming up in July. NYSTEC committed to a three-year, $50,000-per-year partnership, continuing its support of the foundation’s year-round STEAM programs. “We’re thrilled to
Oneida County hotel occupancy jumps in March
UTICA, N.Y. — Oneida County hotels registered a robust rise in overnight guests in March, as two other key benchmarks of business performance also improved.

Taproom, event center now open at 6 Acres Farm Brewery in Mexico
MEXICO — The effort started when 6 Acres Farm Brewery was named the winner of Oswego County’s “Next Great Idea” (NGI) business-plan competition in late 2021. The endeavor culminated in April when the business formally opened its taproom and event space at 393 Fort Leazier Road in the town of Mexico in Oswego County, Operation

State awards 5th contract in I-81 project’s initial phase
Pact includes starting to remove parts of the viaduct SYRACUSE — New York State has awarded Salt City Constructors the fifth and final contract of the initial phase of the Interstate 81 (I-81) viaduct-replacement project. The $251 million pact is also the first contract to include removal of portions of

Home2 Suites by Hilton hotel slated to open later this year in Salina
SALINA — As the construction effort continues, it’s expected the upcoming Home2 Suites by Hilton hotel at 241 Elwood Davis Road in the town of Salina will open in September. The construction site for the new 110-room hotel is located just east of the Thruway Office Building and the existing Homewood Suites by Hilton hotel.

Golden Artist Colors CEO to pass the baton to new leader after four decades
COLUMBUS, N.Y. — Golden Artist Colors, Inc. has appointed Troy Mann as its new CEO. After close to 45 years of leading Golden Artist Colors, Mark Golden will shift focus and act as its strategic advisor, the firm announced. “I couldn’t be more proud of the legacy of this company and the unwavering commitment to

Retired state police K-9 Ada joins Destiny USA security team
SYRACUSE, N.Y. — Destiny USA says K-9 Ada, a dog that retired from service with the New York State Police, has joined its security team
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