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Public Service Commission puts 315 area code changes on hold
The New York State Public Service Commission (PSC) announced on Thursday, Nov. 14 it is putting on hold plans to create an additional area code
Challenger: retail hiring in October strongest in 14 years
The nation’s retail employment grew by 159,000 in October, which marks the “strongest start” to seasonal hiring for the holidays in 14 years. That’s
Greenwood Winery brings wine-country experience to DeWitt
DeWITT — Syracuse–area wine enthusiasts no longer have to travel to the Finger Lakes to get the wine-country experience since Greenwood Winery, LLC opened its
Near Westside Initiative adds five to board of directors
SYRACUSE — The Near Westside Initiative (NWSI), housed in Syracuse University’s Office of Community Engagement and Economic Development, has announced five new members of its
Gander Mountain formally opens remodeled Cicero store
CICERO — Gander Mountain, which say it’s the nation’s largest retail network of outdoor specialty stores, recently completed a major remodeling of its Cicero store.
Hunter R. Rawlings III joins GiveGab board
ITHACA — GiveGab, the Ithaca–based social network for volunteers, has appointed Hunter R. Rawlings III to its board of directors, effective immediately. Rawlings is the
Cybersecurity Awareness Month: Partner with your bank to prevent account takeover
Cyber attacks against small businesses are growing increasingly sophisticated. Criminals use spoofed emails, malicious software, and online social networks to obtain login credentials to businesses’
ABA survey: popularity of mobile banking continues to climb
The popularity of mobile banking continues to grow, according to a recent survey by the American Bankers Association (ABA). The survey of 1,000 U.S. adults
Elmira Savings Bank’s expansion into Broome County was “next logical step,” Carr says
VESTAL — Elmira Savings Bank (NASDAQ: ESBK) recently established a physical presence in Broome County by opening an office in Vestal that focuses on making
Solvay Bank announces new branch, unveils renovated downtown office
SOLVAY — Solvay Bank recently unveiled renovations that turned its downtown Syracuse location into a “smart branch” and will soon break ground on new branch