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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Syracuse University signs collaboration agreement with Univeristy of Seoul

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SYRACUSE, N.Y. — Syracuse University and the University of Seoul in South Korea have signed a memorandum of understanding (MOU) that will advance and expand academic and cultural collaboration and exchange between the two universities. A delegation of leaders from the University of Seoul visited Syracuse on Jan. 8 to sign the MOU, Syracuse said

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A delegation of leaders from the University of Seoul visited Syracuse on Jan. 8 to sign the MOU, Syracuse said in an online news release.

The ongoing relationship between the two institutions includes an MOU between the University of Seoul and Syracuse University’s School of Architecture that was signed last year.

The Jan. 8 gathering represented the second meeting between Syracuse Universityrepresentatives and the University of Seoul.

The relationship between the two institutions could lead to other “possible outcomes”that include the establishment of a university center in Korea as well as the development of new University of Seoul programs that leverage Syracuse’s study abroad and study away facilities.

Other potential activities and programs include the exchange of faculty members; joint research activities, including semiconductor research; and participation in joint seminars and workshops, Syracuse said.

The delegation visiting the Syracuse campus included Yongkul Won, the school president; Jung Hyeun Kim, dean of the College of Engineering; Kang Su Kim, dean of the College of Urban Science; Ji Hee Song, VP of international affairs; Nohjeong Park, chief secretary to the president; and Eunhwa Shin, head of international partnerships, per the news release.

They met with Syracuse University Chancellor Kent Syverud, along with Gretchen Ritter, vice chancellor, provost and chief academic officer and several other school leaders. The group also toured campus.

“As we seek to deepen Syracuse University’s relationships with partners in Korea, we were pleased to welcome leadership from the University of Seoul to our campus,” Ritter said in the news release. “We are interested in collaborating across many disciplines with our Korean counterparts, and I am very excited to explore these possibilities.”

A group from Syracuse — including Syverud, Ritter and Ruth Chen, professor of practice in the Syracuse University’s College of Engineering and Computer Science —had visited the University of Seoul last March.

Lowville, Canton, Alexandria Bay win state funding for community-improvement projects

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LAKE PLACID, N.Y. — The Village of Lowville in Lewis County will receive $10 million in funding as the North Country winner of the seventh round of the Downtown Revitalization Initiative (DRI). At the same time, the state announced the villages of Canton and Alexandria Bay as this year’s North Country region NY Forward winners,

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LAKE PLACID, N.Y. — The Village of Lowville in Lewis County will receive $10 million in funding as the North Country winner of the seventh round of the Downtown Revitalization Initiative (DRI).

At the same time, the state announced the villages of Canton and Alexandria Bay as this year’s North Country region NY Forward winners, receiving $4.5 million each, the office of Gov. Kathy Hochul announced Tuesday.

Hochul announced the awards during a visit to Lake Placid.

Lowville will begin the process of developing a strategic-investment plan to revitalize its downtown with up to $300,000 in planning funds from the $10 million DRI grant. A local planning committee made up of municipal representatives, community leaders, and other stakeholders will lead the eﬀort, supported by a team of private–sector experts and state planners.

Canton’s NY Forward application presented a “realistic, visionary and comprehensive”plan to transform blight into new mixed-use development that will offer housing options, retail space and entrepreneurial opportunities, per a release from the governor’s office.

Alexandria Bay’s NY Forward application presented “impressive” private–sector project opportunities that will renovate blight, improve public amenities, grow the business sector, and build “much needed and diverse” downtown housing opportunities, Hochul’s office said.

In DRI’s seventh round of funding awards, the state will award $10 million to a community in each of New York’s 10 economic–development regions. It amounts to a total state commitment of $100 million in funding and investments to help communities boost their economies by “transforming downtowns into vibrant neighborhoods,”according to the release.

As is the case with DRI. the $100 million NY Forward program applies the same “plan-then-act” strategy as the DRI but for New York’s smaller and rural communities. Both involve “strategic planning with immediate project implementation to support a more equitable downtown resurgence.”

Curci to retire as CEO of Tops Market and Price Chopper parent company, successor named

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SCHENECTADY, N.Y. — Frank Curci — CEO of Northeast Grocery, Inc. (NGI), the parent company of Price Chopper/Market 32 and Tops Friendly Markets — plans to retire. NGI on Monday also announced its board of directors has selected John Persons, NGI’s COO, as Curci’s successor. Persons, who NGI describes as a 40-year industry veteran, will

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Frank Curci (Photo credit: Northeast Grocery)

SCHENECTADY, N.Y. — Frank Curci — CEO of Northeast Grocery, Inc. (NGI), the parent company of Price Chopper/Market 32 and Tops Friendly Markets — plans to retire.

NGI on Monday also announced its board of directors has selected John Persons, NGI’s COO, as Curci’s successor.

Persons, who NGI describes as a 40-year industry veteran, will assume the role of CEO effective Feb. 26.

He has served as NGI’s COO since June 2023, overseeing both the Price Chopper/Market 32 and Tops Markets operating companies, as well as Northeast Shared Services’ merchandising and marketing functions.

The overall announcement is “part of the company’s strategic succession plan,” and the board selected Persons “following an internal and external search,” NGI said.

“The 43 years I have spent in this business have been challenging and rewarding beyond measure and, without a doubt,

John Persons (Photo credit: Northeast Grocery)

the recent years spent planning and then bringing NGI to life have been some of the most gratifying,” Curci said in a news release. “I’m delighted that John has been chosen to succeed me. He has been instrumental in our merger success to date, providing the necessary leadership over these past few years to position NGI for success. While John’s strategic mindset is poised to lead our multifaceted business day to day, he also possesses great vision for our path forward.”

NGI says one of Curci’s accomplishments as NGI’s CEO has been to develop a team of seasoned executives across Tops, Price Chopper/Market 32, and Northeast Shared Services (a subsidiary of NGI providing services to both operating companies). That team is “capable of providing experienced leadership and fueling” the internal succession plan. That plan ultimately led to the selection of Persons to succeed Curci, NGI said.

“I am thrilled to lead NGI forward in collaboration with the talented teammates and associates at Northeast Shared Services, Price Chopper/Market 32 and Tops who are dedicated to nourishing the communities we serve,” Persons said in the release. “On behalf of all 30,000 of us, I’d like to express gratitude to Frank Curci for his leadership and mentorship over the years and reiterate my commitment to build on the momentum and success that he has fostered.”

Syracuse football adds UNLV to 2024 schedule to replace Army game

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SYRACUSE, N.Y. — The Syracuse University football team has added a new nonconference opponent to its 2024 schedule and will travel to a well-known vacation destination for the matchup. Syracuse will play UNLV for the first time in program history when the Orange travel to Allegiant Stadium, near Las Vegas, on Oct. 5, Syracuse Athletics

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