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Binghamton to close State Street parking garage Jan. 5
Move comes before planned demolition Binghamton plans to request bids for demolition of the garage in the coming weeks, per the city’s website. The mayor announced plans for the ramp’s demolition in September during his 2026 budget address. The ramp, located on the corner of State and Henry streets, was built in 1970. “As […]
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Binghamton plans to request bids for demolition of the garage in the coming weeks, per the city’s website.
The mayor announced plans for the ramp’s demolition in September during his 2026 budget address. The ramp, located on the corner of State and Henry streets, was built in 1970.
“As the City moves forward with plans to tear down the aging State Street parking ramp, LAZ Parking is working to relocate monthly parkers and bring operations to a close,” Binghamton Mayor Jared Kraham said in the announcement. “Downtown’s two new parking garages on Water Street and Hawley Street are providing residents and visitors with safe and easy parking options. With the State Street ramp at the end of its useful life, demolition will clear the way for economic development opportunities in a critical corner of downtown Binghamton.”
Permitted parkers at the ramp can contact LAZ Parking at (607) 759-1026 or email binghamton@lazparking.com with questions, or to seek more information on relocation.
Businesses whose customers and employees use the State Street ramp can also reach out to the city’s Office of Economic Development at (607) 772-7161 for assistance in identifying alternate parking options.

Rome Health wins state funding for IT, cybersecurity projects
North Country hospitals also receive funding ROME — The state has awarded Rome Health $18.9 million in funding through the Statewide Health Care Facility Transformation program to advance health-information technology, cybersecurity, and telehealth across its network. The North Country hospitals Samaritan Medical Center in Watertown and
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ROME — The state has awarded Rome Health $18.9 million in funding through the Statewide Health Care Facility Transformation program to advance health-information technology, cybersecurity, and telehealth across its network.
The North Country hospitals Samaritan Medical Center in Watertown and Claxton-Hepburn Medical Center in Ogdensburg also won state funding under the same program.
The awards are among more than $300 million in new state funding to support health-care transformation projects across New York state, Gov. Kathy Hochul announced on Dec. 12.
The grants, made through the Statewide Health Care Facility Transformation Program IV and V, will support 22 projects aimed at improving health-information technology by expanding patient electronic-medical records, strengthening cybersecurity, and patient-information security, and expanding telehealth services.
The money will allow Rome Health to implement an integrated electronic-health record (EHR), replacing six separate systems currently in use, per the Dec. 12 Rome Health announcement. The new system will help providers spend less time navigating multiple platforms and more time with patients, while improving care coordination and efficiency throughout the hospital and affiliated practices, the health system contended.
“This $18.9 million project is a major milestone in our mission to transform healthcare delivery and strengthen the long-term sustainability of care in our community,” AnneMarie Czyz, president and CEO of Rome Health and a registered nurse, said in the Rome Health announcement. “With our new ICU, surgical services, women’s surgical suite, and medical center already open, this health IT initiative is the final component of the transformation plan we set in motion five years ago.”
Czyz also acknowledged Gov. Kathy Hochul; Dr. James McDonald, commissioner of the New York State Department of Health; New York State Senator Joseph Griffo (R–Rome); and New York State Assemblywoman Marianne Buttenschon (D–Marcy)
“We are deeply grateful to our state leaders for recognizing how vital this project is for the future of healthcare in our community,” Czyz said. “We express our gratitude to Governor Hochul and Commissioner McDonald for their continued commitment to strengthening healthcare across New York State. Their leadership in prioritizing investments that modernize health information technology, enhance cybersecurity, and expand telehealth makes a meaningful difference for communities like ours. This support ensures that Rome Health can continue building a safe, reliable, and connected system of care that meets the needs of our patients today and well into the future.”
Nancy Levett, chief information officer, and Dr. Michael Attilio, chief medical information officer at Rome Health, are leading the next phase, including a request for proposal to select the new EHR system.
“This investment will give our teams the tools they need to deliver safe, efficient, and connected care,” Levett said. “It also strengthens our cybersecurity posture and enhances data-driven quality improvements for our patients.”
The EHR will support business operations, streamline revenue cycle processes, and provide data-driven insights that will help ensure the long-term financial sustainability of Rome Health.
New York State Assemblywoman Marianne Buttenschon (D–Marcy) issued a Dec. 12 statement congratulating Rome Health hospital on its grant award.
“Rome Health Hospital has long served as a cornerstone of our community’s wellbeing and a pillar of support for our residents,” she said. “This investment will enable Rome Health to modernize its facilities and enhance patient care capabilities, allowing the hospital to continue its mission of providing high-quality healthcare services close to home, while adapting to meet the evolving needs of the patients and families it serves.”
Besides Rome Health, Samaritan Medical Center in Watertown will use a nearly $22 million grant for implementing a unified electronic-health record system.
Claxton-Hepburn Medical Center in Ogdensburg will use a nearly $5 million grant for its project called, “Carthage Area Hospital CyberGuard Health Initiative: Cybersecurity Protection and EHR Optimization.”
Claxton-Hepburn Medical Center and Carthage Area Hospital operate under the same leadership.
“With these investments, we are focused on developing safe, reliable and connected patient-centered care,” Dr. James McDonald, commissioner of the New York State Department of Health, said in the state’s announcement. “By expanding data capabilities and improving cybersecurity defenses, we’re enhancing clinical decision making across the state’s health care network.”

MV Biotech Collective unites MMRI, MVHS, SUNY Poly core strengths
UTICA — The Mohawk Valley (MV) Biotech Collective, formed by three of the region’s well-known institutions, seeks to position the Mohawk Valley as a leader in biomedical innovation. Representatives from the Masonic Medical Research Institute (MMRI), SUNY Polytechnic Institute (SUNY Poly), and Mohawk Valley Health System (MVHS) signed a memorandum of agreement to formally establish
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UTICA — The Mohawk Valley (MV) Biotech Collective, formed by three of the region’s well-known institutions, seeks to position the Mohawk Valley as a leader in biomedical innovation.
Representatives from the Masonic Medical Research Institute (MMRI), SUNY Polytechnic Institute (SUNY Poly), and Mohawk Valley Health System (MVHS) signed a memorandum of agreement to formally establish the alliance, per the Nov. 19 announcement.
The MV Biotech Collective “unites the core strengths” of the three institutions: MMRI’s “foundational” scientific research, MVHS’s “critical clinical excellence” and SUNY Poly’s “advanced academic innovation,” the organizations contend.
“This signing is more than a formal agreement; it is the ignition point for a new era of scientific progress in New York State,” Maria Kontaridis, MMRI executive director, said. “By functioning as one unified team, we are able to accelerate scientific output, generate high-value IP, and drive economic development.”
Kontaridis is also the Gordon K. Moe professor and chair of biomedical research and translational medicine at MMRI.
Separately, the three organizations have been working on biotechnology projects within their own disciplines, MMRI said. The partnership will allow for easy cross-institutional collaboration, encouraging clinicians, scientists, faculty, and students to work together on shared projects.
“This collaboration represents an important step forward for our region and for the future of healthcare in the Mohawk Valley,” Dr. William LeCates, president and CEO of MVHS, said. “By combining the clinical resources of MVHS with the research strength of MMRI and the academic innovation of SUNY Poly, we seek new opportunities to translate discoveries into better care for our patients and our community.”
The MV Biotech Collective’s primary goal is to foster a “one team” approach, enabling joint grant applications and strengthening established lines of research. It will allow the organizations to focus on artificial intelligence (AI) as a tool to “dramatically” accelerate the pace of discovery and create a biomedical hub in the region.
The Collective seeks to build entrepreneurship and innovation, supporting and growing new biomedical companies and “serving as a catalyst for regional economic growth,” MMRI said.
“This partnership reflects a shared vision and belief in what’s possible when education, research, and clinical practice come together,” Winston Soboyejo, Ph.D., president of SUNY Polytechnic Institute, said in the announcement. “Through the MV Biotech Collective, we are cultivating an environment where innovation thrives, students and researchers work side by side, and discoveries made here in Utica have an impact far beyond our region.”
The group has plans to start bringing the organizations together to form committees and create a three, five and 10-year strategic plan.

Work progresses on Johnson City surgery center for Guthrie Lourdes Hospital
JOHNSON CITY — Construction work is nearing completion on a new ambulatory surgery center (ASC) in Johnson City for Binghamton’s Guthrie Lourdes Hospital. The Guthrie Broome Orthopedic and Spine Surgery Center will be the first facility in the Southern Tier region “dedicated exclusively” to orthopedic and musculoskeletal surgical care. It is described as a “true
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JOHNSON CITY — Construction work is nearing completion on a new ambulatory surgery center (ASC) in Johnson City for Binghamton’s Guthrie Lourdes Hospital.
The Guthrie Broome Orthopedic and Spine Surgery Center will be the first facility in the Southern Tier region “dedicated exclusively” to orthopedic and musculoskeletal surgical care. It is described as a “true partnership” between local orthopedic, spine and podiatric physicians, Guthrie Lourdes Hospital, and Constitution Surgery Alliance (CSA). CSA, an Avon, Connecticut–based firm with experience in creating orthopedic surgery centers, is providing development and management-advisory services.
Located in the former Oakdale Mall, the surgery center will include four operating rooms, 17 private recovery bays, and “cutting-edge” surgical technology, including a robotic system, Guthrie said in a Dec. 10 announcement.
Slated to open in February 2026, the new facility will offer outpatient orthopedic surgery, including total joint replacements, spine surgery, sports medicine, and procedures for the hand, wrist, elbow, foot, and ankle, as well as outpatient pain procedures.
The project is part of Guthrie’s broader investment in Oakdale Commons and supports the organization’s goal of “providing the right care, at the right time, in the right place,” per the announcement.
“Building a new surgical facility off the main hospital campus is part of our larger vision to offer high-quality, low-cost surgical care, in a convenient location with ample parking and modern facilities,” Dr. Edmund Sabanegh, president and CEO of the Guthrie Clinic, said in the announcement. “The surgery center complements our existing services at Oakdale Commons, including primary care, physical therapy, rehabilitation, and the fitness center. As healthcare continues to shift toward outpatient settings, we’re committed to meeting the community’s needs with high-quality, specialized care.”
Upon opening, the center will employ up to 30 nurses, orthopedic technicians, and support staff. It will undergo a licensure survey by the New York State Department of Health and pursue certification from both the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) and the Accreditation Association for Ambulatory Health Care (AAAHC), Guthrie said.
Dr. Mohamed Al Saied, medical director and board member of the new center, in the announcement emphasized the importance of ASCs in modern health care.
“Surgery centers are a vital part of ensuring patients have access to high-quality, safe, and convenient surgical care,” Dr. Al Saied said. “Our mission is to provide world-class orthopedic surgical care in the region. With advancements in anesthesia and minimally invasive techniques, ASCs are an excellent option for most orthopedic procedures. We’re excited to begin operations in February.”

Community Wellness Partners to launch PACE program with $2.6 million state grant
CLINTON — PACE, which is short for Program of All-Inclusive Care for the Elderly, is described as a “transformative initiative” designed to help older adults live independently in their communities while receiving coordinated care. Community Wellness Partners of Clinton says it will use a state grant of $2.6 million to establish a PACE program, per
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CLINTON — PACE, which is short for Program of All-Inclusive Care for the Elderly, is described as a “transformative initiative” designed to help older adults live independently in their communities while receiving coordinated care.
Community Wellness Partners of Clinton says it will use a state grant of $2.6 million to establish a PACE program, per its Nov. 24 announcement.
The money comes through the New York State Department of Health’s Statewide Residential and Community-based Alternatives to the Traditional Model of Nursing Home Care, according to Community Wellness Partners.
The state grant builds on a “growing foundation of support” from key regional partners. Community Wellness Partners has also received funding from Oneida County; The Community Foundation of Herkimer & Oneida Counties, Inc.; the Mother Cabrini Foundation; and the J. M. McDonald Foundation. Their investments have played a “crucial role in laying the groundwork” for the PACE initiative and strengthening the organization’s capacity to expand services for older adults.
“We are honored to receive this significant investment in the health and independence of our region’s older adults,” Lenora D’Apice, chief strategy officer at Community Wellness Partners, said in the announcement. “PACE represents a proven, person-centered model that supports seniors and their caregivers with compassion, dignity, and comprehensive care. This grant, along with the support of our valued funding partners, accelerates our ability to bring this vital service to the community.”
Community Wellness Partners says it will be seeking additional support in the coming year from community partners to further expand PACE services and enhance care for the region’s growing senior population.
“We will be working on specific fundraising efforts related to PACE that will engage the community to be a part of this transformational service to our region,” Jim Messa, VP of development at Community Wellness Partners, said. “This program is one of a kind for Oneida County, with the next closest PACE centers in Syracuse and Schenectady. We are proud to bring this service to our community.”
With its integrated, team-based approach, the PACE model ensures access to medical care, rehabilitation, social supports, transportation, nutrition, and other essential services. Those services are all coordinated through a central care team and delivered at home or at Community Wellness Partners’ dedicated PACE center, which will be located on its Clinton campus.
By focusing on prevention and early intervention, PACE programs help reduce hospitalizations, delay nursing-home admission, and improve quality of life, Community Wellness Partners said.
“With this new funding, we can build a program that not only meets the needs of our aging population but also strengthens the regional continuum of care,” Jeremy Rutter, CEO of Community Wellness Partners, said. “In just Oneida County alone there are 1,528 eligible PACE enrollees, with the potential to reduce the need for nursing home stays as well as aid in annual savings to Medicaid by millions. It supports a better quality of life for the seniors in our community, which is the root of our mission. We look forward to partnering with families, healthcare providers, and community leaders as we bring PACE to our area.”
Community Wellness Partners is a faith-based network of nonprofit organizations that supports wellness through the provision of community services, housing, and health care. With more than 150 years of combined service, Community Wellness Partners is one of the largest senior-care organizations in Central New York.
It employs hundreds of people who serve over 1,000 older adults daily through a continuum of care that includes home care, care management, adult daycare, independent living, assisted living, rehabilitation, and skilled nursing.

Upstate University Hospital $450M annex project starts with design phase
SYRACUSE — The $450 million hospital annex project at Upstate University Hospital in Syracuse is starting with the design phase. The design will include a new, expanded emergency department and burn unit to serve the Central New York region, Gov. Kathy Hochul announced Dec. 2. “Launching the design phase of our new hospital annex marks
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SYRACUSE — The $450 million hospital annex project at Upstate University Hospital in Syracuse is starting with the design phase.
The design will include a new, expanded emergency department and burn unit to serve the Central New York region, Gov. Kathy Hochul announced Dec. 2.
“Launching the design phase of our new hospital annex marks an exciting and essential step toward strengthening emergency care for our entire region. With the unprecedented growth earmarked for our region in the coming years, this project ensures Upstate is ready to meet our community’s future health-care needs in a world class facility,” Dr. Robert Corona, CEO of Upstate University Hospital, said. “We have the most hard-working and professional staff and they deserve a state-of-the-art facility to match, as do the patients we serve. We look forward to working side-by-side with Cannon Design and Architecture on building this much-needed facility.”
The SUNY board of trustees proposed the funding for the hospital annex late in 2024, which is now part of the current state budget.
New York City–based Cannon Design Architecture and Engineering, P.C. will lead the design work and subcontract with a number of subconsultants, most of which are designated as a minority owned or women owned business enterprise (MWBE), as well as a service-disabled veteran owned business (SDVOB), enabling the firm to meet or exceed the goals of 15 percent MBE, 15 percent WBE, and 6 percent SDVOB.
Updates on the project will be made publicly available as the design progresses, Hochul’s office noted.
“All New Yorkers should have access to the highest quality of health and medical care available –– that’s why we’re investing in a state-of-the-art facility for SUNY Upstate Medical and for all of Central New York,” the governor said. “And for generations of Central New Yorkers, this new facility will be a reliable source of care for decades to come.”
Over the summer, SUNY and Upstate Medical University held a briefing for MWBE firms as part of the bidding process for the design contract. Additional outreach will occur throughout the project, per Hochul’s office.
“With this announcement today, we move closer to building a world class emergency department, surgery suite, ICU and burn unit for Central New York. We are grateful to Gov. Hochul and our elected officials, the State University of New York for their support of the $450 million investment that makes today’s announcement possible,” Dr. Mantosh Dewan, president of Upstate Medical University, said. “Upstate is also eager to collaborate with Cannon Design and its team of experts who will bring their innovative approach to building a modern resilient hospital environment to support every patient that comes through our door.”

New COO settles into role at Community Memorial Hospital
HAMILTON — The newly appointed COO at Community Memorial Hospital (CMH) has been on the job for a few weeks, overseeing daily operations of primary and specialty practices. Kipp Jones started his new duties on Dec. 8, CMH tells CNYBJ in an email. In this new role at the hospital, Jones will play a key
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HAMILTON — The newly appointed COO at Community Memorial Hospital (CMH) has been on the job for a few weeks, overseeing daily operations of primary and specialty practices.
Kipp Jones started his new duties on Dec. 8, CMH tells CNYBJ in an email.
In this new role at the hospital, Jones will play a key role in advancing CMH’s strategic initiatives, “ensuring continued excellence in patient care, quality, and performance,” per the CMH announcement. He brings experience in health-care leadership and a proven ability to strengthen operational systems that support both providers and patients, the hospital said.
“Kipp brings a wealth of experience and a deep understanding of how to strengthen operations while keeping patients at the center of every decision,” Jeff Coakley, president and CEO of Community Memorial Hospital, said in the announcement. “We are confident he will be an outstanding addition to our leadership team and help us continue to advance our mission of providing exceptional care close to home.”
Most recently, Jones served in leadership roles with HCA Healthcare in New Hampshire, and a private practice, where he made contributions to rural health care in New England. His accomplishments include leading the recruitment and contracting of providers to strengthen access to care and expand provider capacity. Jones also led the implementation of electronic medical record (EMR) systems in newly acquired practices.
His skill and experience in these areas will “prove to be uniquely beneficial” as CMH continues to advance and grow during an upcoming upgrade to the organization’s EMR, the hospital contended.
“I am eager to partner with our team members, medical staff, board, and the broader community to build on the outstanding work already being done,” Jones said. “Together, we will continue to strengthen CMH’s role in delivering high-quality, patient-centered care that’s close to home — just as we have done since 1952.”
Jones earned his bachelor’s degree from Ball State University and a Master of Health Administration (MHA) degree from Cornell University.
Community Memorial Hospital offers primary and specialty care in locations that include Hamilton, Cazenovia, Morrisville, Munnsville, Sherrill, and Waterville.

UHS Chenango Memorial’s Sidney practice set for improvement work in 2026
NORWICH — UHS Chenango Memorial Hospital in Norwich has a multi-specialty practice on Pearl Street in Sidney in Delaware County, which is set for infrastructure improvements sometime in 2026. The hospital will use federal funding of more than $667,000 for the work, per a Nov. 25 announcement. It will cover 75 percent of the total
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NORWICH — UHS Chenango Memorial Hospital in Norwich has a multi-specialty practice on Pearl Street in Sidney in Delaware County, which is set for infrastructure improvements sometime in 2026.
The hospital will use federal funding of more than $667,000 for the work, per a Nov. 25 announcement. It will cover 75 percent of the total project cost, estimated at $890,000.
The hospital received word that its funding request to help replace the facilities aging roof, windows, and doors had been included in the 2026 federal budget. It credited U.S. Senator Kirsten Gillibrand (D–N.Y.) with securing the money.
“We are deeply grateful for Senator Gillibrand and her staff’s advocacy on our behalf and for this federal investment, which will help us create a safer, more comfortable, and energy-efficient environment for the patients and families we serve through our health center in Sidney,” Cecil Miller, president and CEO of UHS Chenango Memorial Hospital, said in the announcement. “These improvements strengthen our ability to provide high-quality primary, pediatric, and specialty care as well as diagnostic imaging and laboratory services close to home for residents of Sidney and the surrounding communities.”
UHS Chenango Memorial purchased the 44 Pearl St. property that houses the multi-specialty practice in 2010 to better serve patients in western Delaware and Otsego counties, Miller added.
“This is one more step forward in our continued efforts to advance our mission of providing comprehensive, compassionate care close to home for the residents of our service area,” Miller said.
Over the last 15 years, more than $1.8 million has been invested in the facility to support the growth of services offered. That list now includes primary care, pediatrics, women’s health services, orthopedics, cardiology, general surgery, laboratory services, and diagnostic imaging, including 3-D mammography.
It is one of 15 projects to receive funding in New York state in the FY 2026 Agriculture-Rural Development and Military Construction-Veterans Affairs funding bills.
“UHS Chenango Memorial Hospital is a critical health care hub, serving thousands of individuals in the area,” Gillibrand said. “I am proud to have secured funding for this modernization project to ensure that UHS Chenango Memorial Hospital can continue providing health care services for New Yorkers [at its Sidney location] while reducing energy costs and improving safety and security for patients, their families, and staff.”
UHS Chenango Memorial Hospital is part of United Health Services, described as a locally owned, nonprofit health-care system with 916 beds and more than 40 locations across New York’s Southern Tier.

Oswego Health names executive director of nursing
OSWEGO — Oswego Health has recently announced the promotion of Cheryl Stilwell to executive director of nursing. Stilwell began her career at Oswego Health in 2008, as the clinical manager of med surg — a role she held until 2013. Demonstrating strong leadership, clinical expertise, and a compassionate approach to patient care, she was then
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OSWEGO — Oswego Health has recently announced the promotion of Cheryl Stilwell to executive director of nursing.
Stilwell began her career at Oswego Health in 2008, as the clinical manager of med surg — a role she held until 2013. Demonstrating strong leadership, clinical expertise, and a compassionate approach to patient care, she was then promoted to director of med surg. Stilwell served in that role for more than 12 years, “guiding her team with consistency, excellence, and a deep commitment to quality,” Oswego Health contended. Her promotion to executive director of nursing marks the next milestone in her distinguished tenure, it added.
Stilwell’s path to nursing leadership began with her graduation from Queen’s University in Kingston, Ontario (Canada), where she earned her bachelor’s degree in nursing in 1995. She became licensed as a registered nurse in New York state in 1996.
Before joining Oswego Health, Stillwell spent more than five years at A.L. Lee Memorial Hospital, where she served as assistant nurse manager of the Med Surg Unit from 2002-2008, followed by a role as inpatient manager in 2008. Stilwell is also an active member of the New York Organization for Nursing Leadership.
In her new role as executive director of nursing at Oswego Health, Stilwell will oversee the planning, organization, and administration of nursing services across the hospital. She will lead nursing-division operations, professional-development initiatives, training programs, and shared-governance processes that support the highest standards of patient care.
Her leadership will be essential in ensuring continuity, quality, and excellence within Oswego Health’s nursing operations, the health system stated.
“Cheryl has consistently demonstrated exceptional leadership, unwavering integrity, and deep compassion for both her patients and her team,” Katie Pagliaroli, SVP, COO, and chief nursing officer, said in the announcement. “She has the heart of a nurse and the vision of a leader. We are confident she will thrive in this role and continue to elevate the profession of Nursing at Oswego Health.”

Good News Foundation supports Sitrin Military Program Program with $30K “Flags for Heroes” check
UTICA — The Sitrin Health Care Center Military Program recently received $30,000 of vital support from an initiative honoring veterans. The Good News Foundation (GNF) presented a check for the Sitrin Health Care Center Military Program on Dec. 17, at the GNF offices near Utica, during its end-of-year meeting. The funds are the proceeds from
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UTICA — The Sitrin Health Care Center Military Program recently received $30,000 of vital support from an initiative honoring veterans.
The Good News Foundation (GNF) presented a check for the Sitrin Health Care Center Military Program on Dec. 17, at the GNF offices near Utica, during its end-of-year meeting. The funds are the proceeds from the 2025 “Flags for Heroes” event held in November, when about 1,000 U.S. flags were displayed on Utica’s Memorial Parkway.
The donation of $30,000 was the largest check from this event to date for the Sitrin Military Program, which serves veterans and service members who are dealing with a range of physical, emotional, and cognitive issues, according to a GNF announcement. The program has provided crucial support to those who have experienced traumatic brain injuries, spinal-cord injuries, amputations, depression, anxiety, and suicidal ideations.
On behalf of the Good News Foundation, Brian Saville, CEO/executive director, and GNF board members, presented the check to Sitrin Health Care Center’s Jackie Warmuth, director of clinical rehabilitative services, and Marc Deperno, VP of foundation & communications.
The Good News Foundation says it is a Christian-based nonprofit “rooted in the values of Christ, compassion, and community. Guided by faith, it welcomes all people and provides programs, events, and support group services that encourage spiritual growth, strengthen families, and offer hope and help in times of need.”
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