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Syracuse men’s basketball creates new general manager position
SYRACUSE, N.Y. — Syracuse University (SU) has hired a former scout for the New York Knicks to serve in the newly created role of general manager of the men’s basketball program. Alex Kline, who graduated from SU in 2016, joins the Syracuse staff after four years as a scout with the Knicks NBA team, per […]
Binghamton University launches Upstate NY Energy Storage Engine
BINGHAMTON, N.Y. — Binghamton University, joined by National Science Foundation (NSF) officials, has officially launched the Upstate New York Energy Storage Engine after winning the
SYRACUSE, N.Y. — The Central New York Community Engagement Committee (CEC) on Thursday released a document with ideas for using the $500 million Green CHIPS Community Investment Fund. The fund is a requirement of the 2022 agreement between New York State and Micron Technology, Inc. (NASDAQ: MU). As a requirement of Micron’s participation in the
SUNY Poly’s new dean for College of Health Sciences to start July 18
MARCY, N.Y. — SUNY Polytechnic Institute has named Mark J. Kittleson as its new dean of the College of Health Sciences, effective July 18. Kittleson most recently chaired the Department of Public Health at New York Medical College and joins SUNY Poly during a time of investment in the College of Health Sciences. Kittleson is
Cayuga Health CEO awarded Tompkins County Distinguished Citizen Award
ITHACA, N.Y. — The Baden-Powell Council, Boy Scouts of America, on June 10 honored Dr. Martin Stallone, president and CEO of Cayuga Health System, with its 2024 Tompkins County Distinguished Citizen Award. This recognition is awarded annually to individuals who have made outstanding, long-lasting impacts on their community, the council says. Stallone has been a
Rome Community Foundation announces second-quarter grants
ROME, N.Y. — The Rome Community Foundation awarded $33,170 in grants to six Rome–area charitable organizations in its second-quarter grant distribution, the nonprofit announced. • Marantha Church received $6,985 for a stair-glide lift to make the facility fully accessible. • The Rome Baseball Association will repair the infield on its four ball fields with help
CNY hospitals receive funding for mental-health programs
Gov. Kathy Hochul recently announced the awarding of $39.1 million to nine community-based hospitals across New York state, including several in Central New York, to
Recapping Operation Oswego County’s annual meeting
Event included project review, awards, board elections
MACNY, PEB awards ceremony honors workforce-development achievement
SYRACUSE, N.Y. — The 2024 Workforce Development Awards recognized the accomplishments of students and registered apprentices pursuing an education or careers in manufacturing and other industries. The awards event also acknowledged those supporting STEM (science, technology, engineering, and mathematics) careers and education. MACNY, The Manufacturers Association, and Partners for Education & Business, Inc. (PEB) hosted
Cayuga County cancer patients can now seek treatment at Auburn Community Hospital
AUBURN, N.Y. — Cancer patients in Cayuga County can now travel to Auburn instead of either Syracuse or Rochester for specialized care. Auburn Community Hospital (ACH), in partnership with the Upstate Cancer Center in Syracuse, on June 12 formally opened a $15 million cancer center in Auburn. The 12,000-square-foot treatment facility is called the Upstate
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