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ITHACA, N.Y. — Empire State Development (ESD) says it’s now accepting applications for the 7th round of the Grow-NY food, beverage and agriculture business competition.

MVHS and Slocum-Dickson partner on sharing medical information

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UTICA, N.Y. — Mohawk Valley Health System (MVHS) and Slocum-Dickson Medical Group (SDMG) have announced a partnership that will allow shared access to medical information

First group of 90 earns semiconductor certificates in program at SU’s IVMF

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SYRACUSE, N.Y. — A group of 90 transitioning servicemembers, veterans, and military spouses have earned certificates of completion in semiconductors through a program at Syracuse

Clarkson University seeks design proposals for science, engineering complex project

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POTSDAM, N.Y. — Clarkson University says it is seeking proposals for a concept design for the upcoming Clarkson Engineering and Applied Sciences Educational Complex. The university, located in Potsdam, is asking architectural and engineering firms to team with construction managers and design builders to provide proposals. The effort seeks to expand and renovate its engineering

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POTSDAM, N.Y. — Clarkson University says it is seeking proposals for a concept design for the upcoming Clarkson Engineering and Applied Sciences Educational Complex.

The university, located in Potsdam, is asking architectural and engineering firms to team with construction managers and design builders to provide proposals. The effort seeks to expand and renovate its engineering and science facilities to “meet the challenge of 21st Century STEM education.” STEM is short for science, technology, engineering, and mathematics.

“This is an exciting moment for Clarkson,” David Heacock, acting president and trustee of Clarkson University, said in the school’s announcement. “This is an outstanding opportunity to chart a lasting legacy for one of the nation’s leading STEM focused institutions and reinforce Clarkson’s leadership for decades to come.”

For its Engineering and Science Educational Complex, Clarkson is envisioning a $48 million expansion and renovation of the Center for Advanced Materials Processing (CAMP)/Rowley Labs facility in conjunction with significant renovations to the Cora & Bayard Clarkson Science Center building.

Firms interested in submitting proposals can access the request for proposals (RFP) document online. Clarkson says it will use the site to post any addendums and any procurement updates related to the opportunity.

“We are asking firms to help us advance our own planning study to the point that a clear path is developed for the expansion and renovation of our facilities to ensure we can meet the needs for Clarkson’s STEM leadership now and well into the future,” Bill Jemison, dean of the Coulter School of Engineering & Applied Sciences, said in the announcement.

The request for proposals articulates that the intent is to enter into a multi-phase design contract. The first phase involves validating the internal planning efforts to date and developing a concept design that can “clearly articulate a vision” for a phased expansion and renovation of Clarkson’s core STEM facilities.

Final proposals from teams are due on March 20. The university building committee will review the written proposals, forming a shortlist of firms in which to conduct informal interviews. Clarkson anticipates selecting a firm/team in April.

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Qdoba Mexican Eats opens new location at Syracuse airport

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SYRACUSE — The restaurant lineup at Syracuse Hancock International Airport now includes a new location of Qdoba Mexican Eats. The Syracuse Regional Airport Authority (SRAA) and Gideon Toal Management Services (GTMS) joined the restaurant for the Feb. 21 ribbon-cutting event, SRAA said in its announcement. The fast-casual restaurant, which serves Mexican-style cuisine, conducted a soft

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SYRACUSE — The restaurant lineup at Syracuse Hancock International Airport now includes a new location of Qdoba Mexican Eats.

The Syracuse Regional Airport Authority (SRAA) and Gideon Toal Management Services (GTMS) joined the restaurant for the Feb. 21 ribbon-cutting event, SRAA said in its announcement.

The fast-casual restaurant, which serves Mexican-style cuisine, conducted a soft opening in January. It is located in the post-security checkpoint hallway leading to concourse A gates, SRAA said.

The restaurant chain has locations across the U.S. and Canada. The SYR location operates daily from 4:15 a.m. to 8:30 p.m., or the last flight of the day.

“Today’s grand opening represents an exciting expansion of dining options for SYR travelers,” Jason Mehl, SRAA chief commercial officer, said in the announcement. “We are grateful to our partners at Gideon Toal Management Services and Qdoba Mexican Eats for their commitment to enhancing the passenger experience and investing in the success of SYR. As our airport continues to grow, partnerships like these play a key role in elevating SYR to a best-in-class destination.”

Those attending the formal-opening event enjoyed samples and heard speeches from SRAA leadership, GTMS leadership, and a representative from the Qdoba Mexican Eats brand.

“Gideon Toal Management Services is thrilled about the opportunity to open a Qdoba Mexican Eats quick-serve restaurant concession at Syracuse Hancock International Airport,” Alvin Brown, president of Gideon Toal Management Services, said in the SRAA announcement. “This venture not only aligns with our commitment to providing exceptional dining experiences but also positions us to play a significant role in the ongoing growth of airport passenger traffic. We are excited to contribute to the economic development of the region while serving delicious, high-quality Mexican cuisine to travelers. Together, we look forward to a prosperous future and to enhancing the airport’s offerings.”

Lyons Bancorp’s earnings decline 11 percent in 2024

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LYONS — Lyons Bancorp, Inc. (ticker: LYBC), the financial holding company of the Lyons National Bank (LNB), recently reported earnings of $15.5 million for 2024, down nearly 11 percent from its record earnings of $17.4 million the prior year. The banking company said that on a per-share basis, its earnings per share were $4.38 last

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The banking company said that on a per-share basis, its earnings per share were $4.38 last year, down almost 11 percent from $4.90 in 2023.

“Last year presented a challenging environment in areas such as: inflation, uncertain economic and political environments, the continuation of an unusually extended inverted yield curve and tighter margins to name a few,” Lyons Bancorp President and CEO Thomas Kime said in the company’s earnings report, issued on Feb. 20. “Despite these factors, the Bank delivered a strong operating performance, solid financial results and improving trends. We look for these improvements to continue in 2025. With net interest margins improving, a strong balance sheet, solid reserve levels, good growth, and an outstanding team of professionals, LNB is positioned to pursue growth opportunities and perform well in 2025.”

Lyons Bancorp’s total assets rose to $1.92 billion at year-end 2024 from $1.85 billion at year-end 2023. The banking company said the key drivers of growth were an increase in deposits from $1.62 billion at the end of 2023 to $1.77 billion at year-end 2024, which it invested back into its local communities in the form of loans. The banking company’s gross loans grew $90 million, or 6.5 percent, from $1.38 billion in 2023 to $1.47 billion in 2024.

Lyons Bancorp also announced that its board of directors boosted its quarterly dividend by 14 percent to 40 cents per share from 35 cents, effective March 31. The banking company said the decision was based on its strong and increasing capital, along with last year’s solid earnings.

The Lyons National Bank is a community bank with offices in Lyons, Clyde, Macedon, Newark, Ontario, and Wolcott in Wayne County; Penn Yan in Yates County; Jordan in Onondaga County; Geneva, Canandaigua, and Farmington in Ontario County; Seneca Falls in Seneca County; Perinton in Monroe County; and Auburn in Cayuga County. LNB also has one subsidiary, Lyons Realty Associates Corp.

Pathfinder Bancorp Q4 profit rises more than 70 percent

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OSWEGO — Pathfinder Bancorp, Inc. (NASDAQ: PBHC), the bank holding company of Pathfinder Bank, reported net income of $4.3 million, or 69 cents per share, in the fourth quarter, up 72 percent from $2.5 million or 41 cents, in the fourth quarter of 2023. The latest quarterly results included a benefit of about $1.4 million

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KeyBank parent company names new new chief risk officer

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Mohit (Mo) Ramani is the new chief risk officer (CRO) at KeyCorp (NYSE: KEY) — parent company of KeyBank, the No. 2 bank ranked by deposit market share in the 16-county Central New York region. He started in the CRO position on Jan. 23, the banking company announced. Ramani joins Key from Truist Financial Corporation,

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Oneida County hotel business indicators were mixed in January

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UTICA — Oneida County hotels registered a mixed month of business performance in January, as indicated by three key benchmarks. The hotel-occupancy rate (rooms sold as a percentage of rooms available) edged down 1.2 percent to 44.9 percent in the first month of 2025 compared to the year-ago month, according to a report from STR,

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