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Syracuse–based Bowers CPAs & Advisors has acquired a Rochester accounting firm that it says will help expand its office in that market. Kasperski Dinan & Rink CPAs is joining Bowers in a transaction that adds to its tax, audit, and client accounting and advisory services teams in Rochester, according to a news release from Bowers […]

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Binghamton University-led energy initiative wins millions in NSF Engines competition

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VESTAL, N.Y. — Binghamton University–led Upstate New York Energy Storage Engine has won millions in federal funding in the U.S. National Science Foundation’s regional “Innovation Engines” (NSF Engines) competition. The Binghamton–led project was one of only 10 projects across the country selected for the award, the office of U.S. Senate Majority Leader Charles Schumer (D–N.Y.)

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The Binghamton–led project was one of only 10 projects across the country selected for the award, the office of U.S. Senate Majority Leader Charles Schumer (D–N.Y.) announced on Monday.

It will bring $15 million in federal funding immediately, with up to $160 million total over the life of the program, from the NSF to spur growth and research in battery development and manufacturing in upstate New York over the next decade.

NSF Engines was created by the majority leader’s CHIPS & Science Law, his office noted.

“Up to $160 million is now on its way to supercharge Upstate NY as a booming battery research hub being led by Binghamton University,” Schumer said in a news release. “Thanks to my CHIPS & Science Law, Binghamton will be the beating electric heart of federal efforts to help bring battery innovation and development back from overseas to spark growth of this critical industry vital to our nation’s national and economic security. With the prestigious NSF Engines award, the Southern Tier and Upstate NY has officially secured its place as the next loop on America’s battery belt.”

Schumer made the announcement during a Monday appearance at Binghamton University.

Binghamton University’s NSF Regional Engines proposal will capitalize on efforts already underway and “synergize” existing resources to launch new initiatives focused on strengthening the battery supply chain, accelerating the transfer of battery technologies from lab to market, and mobilizing resources around research and development to complement battery–manufacturing initiatives and growing cross-sector partnerships per the release.

“Establishing a battery and energy storage Engine here in upstate New York is a crucial step to bringing domestic production of batteries and a secure supply chain to the U.S.,”M. Stanley Whittingham, Engine chief innovation officer, Binghamton University professor, and Nobel Laureate recipient, said. “It is critically important that battery innovations stemming from university and industry researchers can be developed, prototyped and manufactured in the U.S. in order to leap frog today’s Asian technology. With Senator Schumer’s continued support, we are confident we can transform our region, attract investment, create new jobs and fill those jobs with a skilled workforce.”

Schumer’s office noted that the Monday funding award follows the more than $113 million announced in 2022 for Binghamton to establish its battery manufacturing and innovation hub. He also secured the federal Tech Hub designation for the Southern Tier late last year.

People news: C & D Advertising hires digital-marketing manager

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ROME, N.Y. — C & D Advertising announced it has added Cristi Kaido to its team as digital-marketing manager. Kaido, of Rome, brings a decade of marketing and sales experience to her new role. She began her career with the Boy Scouts of America, developing skills in marketing, fundraising, and event planning. Kaido then worked

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Community Memorial Hospital names Frank CFO

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HAMILTON, N.Y. — Tracy Frank is the new chief financial officer (CFO) at Community Memorial Hospital (CMH), the health system announced Thursday. Frank brings to her new position financial-management experience in the education, agriculture, and health care industries. She most recently served as director of finance and accounting for Dairy Farmers of America, Inc. Frank

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Guthrie recruiting nurses for Lourdes Hospital in Binghamton, offering sign-on bonus

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BINGHAMTON, N.Y. — The Guthrie Clinic on Thursday announced a major nurse-recruitment campaign for Our Lady of Lourdes Memorial Hospital (Lourdes Hospital) in Binghamton. As of Jan. 24 — and for a period of 90 days — Guthrie is offering a $50,000 sign-on bonus to new, “but experienced,” full-time direct care registered nurses (RN) for

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Structural-steel work begins in Orchard Park on new stadium for Buffalo Bills

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ORCHARD PARK, N.Y. — More than 800 workers involved in building the new stadium for the Buffalo Bills have started putting up structural steel for the new venue. Gov. Kathy Hochul on Friday joined Buffalo Bills owner Terry Pegula, Erie County Executive Mark Poloncarz, and other local officials to announce this phase of the construction

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ORCHARD PARK, N.Y. — More than 800 workers involved in building the new stadium for the Buffalo Bills have started putting up structural steel for the new venue.

Gov. Kathy Hochul on Friday joined Buffalo Bills owner Terry Pegula, Erie County Executive Mark Poloncarz, and other local officials to announce this phase of the construction work, which Hochul’s office described as a “significant milestone.”

The new 60,000-seat facility is ready for the more visible large-scale structural steel work, Hochul’s office said. The first steel beam hoisted into place will signify theprogress taking place at the site of the new Highmark Stadium in Orchard Park.

The Buffalo Bills designed the new stadium in conjunction with Legends Project Development and the architectural firm Populous.

“This major construction milestone is a testament to the union labor and local workers who have made this project possible,” Hochul contended in a news release. “By creating thousands of jobs, this stadium has already proven to be an engine for regional economic development. I am proud of all that has been accomplished and am excited to witness future progress as we move closer to opening day in 2026.”

Friday’s announcement marks the completion of excavation works seven months after breaking ground in June 2023. Trucks removed more than 500,000 cubic yards of stone and dirt in the effort. Laborers built a sheet–piling wall and poured over 18,000 cubic yards of concrete to create the foundation. Hochul’s office said.

The stadium marks one of the largest economic–development project in Western New York history with an estimated annual economic impact of $385 million and the creation of 10,000 union construction jobs, in accordance with a project labor agreement (PLA) agreed to by the Buffalo Building Trades Council.

“As workers hoist into place the first structural steel at the new Highmark Stadium in Orchard Park, we want to recognize the many dedicated workers who have safely played an instrumental role in the initial phases of the project and those who will work on the project moving forward as we look ahead to our first game in the new stadium in 2026,”Josh Dziurlikowski, interim COO/SVP of finance & business administration for the Buffalo Bills, said in the release. “Today’s recognition of our indispensable workforce is another reminder of the hard work of many building a stadium that will be a great source of pride for Bills fans everywhere.”

Work starts on Greater Binghamton Airport modernization project

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MAINE, N.Y. — Work is under way at the Greater Binghamton Airport to transform it into a modern facility that will enhance the passenger experience, Gov. Kathy Hochulannounced. Construction began on the airport’s terminal building to demolish an existing restaurant, kitchen, and interior hallway to allow for the construction of temporary waiting areas, new restrooms,

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MAINE, N.Y. — Work is under way at the Greater Binghamton Airport to transform it into a modern facility that will enhance the passenger experience, Gov. Kathy Hochulannounced.

Construction began on the airport’s terminal building to demolish an existing restaurant, kitchen, and interior hallway to allow for the construction of temporary waiting areas, new restrooms, and a walkway to a jet bridge. Work on a new outdoor canopy and entrance portals will begin this spring.

The project, which received $32 million from the Upstate Airport Economic Development and Revitalization Competition, will renovate the passenger terminal and redevelop the airport’s main approach road to improve passenger flow and better accommodate the needs of passengers. Work will also include relocating the general aviation terminal to the main passenger terminal.

“With the start of major construction, we have taken a big step toward providing Southern Tier travelers with a state-of-the-art airport that will make their journeys more pleasurable and also serve as an economic engine for the entire region,” Hochul contended in a news release. “The improvements we are making to the Greater Binghamton Airport are part of our ongoing efforts to revitalize airports across upstate New York and create world-class travel experiences that will encourage people and businesses to visit, live, and work in the Empire State.”

Built in 1945, the Greater Binghamton Airport, located in the town of Maine, handlesmore than 13,000 enplanements annually and is serviced by commercial carriers including Delta and Avelo.

The $47.8 million modernization project, expected to create more than 500 jobs and be completed by the winter of 2025, includes construction of a new canopy and entry portals, reconfiguration of the ticketing lobby and outbound baggage area, renovation of the departures lobby and lounge, relocation of rental car counters, renovation of the baggage–claim area, a new parking revenue-control system, and construction of a new Customs and Border Protection facility.

The project also received $7 million in federal funding through the Infrastructre Investments and Jobs Act Airport Terminal Program.

“The Greater Binghamton Airport is receiving a once-in-a-generation transformational renovation, and we wouldn’t be able to do it without Gov. Hochul’s support.” Broome County Executive Jason Garnar said. “I’d also like to thank Senators Schumer and Gillibrand, along with Congressman Molinaro for their support. A large majority of this important project is paid for by state and federal grants, allowing us to upgrade and modernize our airport for the 21st century while keeping our local expenses low.”

The Greater Binghamton Airport was one of nine airports sharing $230 million in awards for revitalization projects. The other airports are Albany International Airport, Watertown International Airport, Saratoga County Airport, Syracuse Hancock International Airport, Sullivan County International Airport. Ogdensburg International Airport, Frederick Douglass Greater Rochester International Airport, and Adirondack Regional Airport.

Syracuse football 2024 schedule includes two first-time opponents, visit from Miami

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SYRACUSE, N.Y. — The 2024 Syracuse University football schedule includes first-time matchups with Stanford and the University of Nevada-Las Vegas (UNLV), as well as a visit from the Miami Hurricanes. The Atlantic Coast Conference (ACC) on Wednesday afternoon announced the upcoming football schedule for the first season under new Orange head coach Fran Brown. Syracuse

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The Atlantic Coast Conference (ACC) on Wednesday afternoon announced the upcoming football schedule for the first season under new Orange head coach Fran Brown.

Syracuse will have seven home games, including the opener with Ohio on Aug. 31. The other home matchups involve Georgia Tech, Stanford, Holy Cross, Virginia Tech, UConn, and the regular season finale with Miami. The Hurricanes will make their first trip to the JMA Wireless Dome since 2002.

Syracuse University also noted that the Stanford game is set for Friday night, Sept. 20, “the 44th anniversary of the first game played in the Dome — a significant number in Syracuse football history.”

The Orange will also make a pair of trips to the Pacific time zone, facing UNLV and California (Cal). The two trips west are the first time that Syracuse has had multiple games in the Pacific time zone since 1915. Syracuse hasn’t played the Cal Golden Bears since visiting Berkeley, California in 1968

The schedule also includes road trips to N.C. State; to Pittsburgh for the 80th meeting with the Panthers; and to Chestnut Hill, Massachusetts for the 58th meeting with Boston College.

Stanford, Cal, and Southern Methodist (SMU) are new to the ACC, but the SMU Mustangs aren’t on the Syracuse schedule in 2024.

Due to “how the calendar falls,” teams have multiple open weekends this season, Syracuse University said. The bye weeks for the Orange are scheduled for Sept. 14 and Oct. 19.

The 2024 Syracuse football schedule is as follows:

• Saturday, Aug. 31 – Ohio

• Saturday, Sept. 7 – Georgia Tech

• Saturday, Sept. 14 – BYE

• Friday, Sept. 20 – Stanford

• Saturday, Sept. 28 – Holy Cross

• Saturday, Oct. 5 – at UNLV

• Saturday, Oct. 12 – at NC State

• Saturday, Oct. 19 – BYE

• Thursday, Oct. 24 – at Pittsburgh

• Saturday, Nov. 2 – Virginia Tech

• Saturday, Nov. 9 – at Boston College

• Saturday, Nov. 16 – at Cal

• Saturday, Nov. 23 – UConn

• Saturday, Nov. 30 – Miami

People news: Barton & Loguidice names senior associate

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WATERTOWN, N.Y. — Barton & Loguidice, D.P.C. (B&L) announced that it has promoted Dustin Clark, a professional engineer in its Watertown office, to senior associate. A resident of Adams Center, he received his associate degree in engineering sciencefrom Jefferson Community College and his bachelor’s degree in engineering from the University at Buffalo. Clark is a

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Etienne named coordinator of Herkimer College program

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HERKIMER, N.Y. — Herkimer County Community College announced it has appointed Rosemarie Etienne as coordinator of the Refresh and Restart program, a grant-funded initiative designed to recruit previously enrolled students and provide support to ensure degree completion. Etienne has served as an advisement specialist at the college since June 2022. Prior to joining Herkimer College,

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