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New York manufacturing index turns negative in March
New orders, shipments decline Declines in the indexes for both new orders and shipments were again factors as the general business conditions index of the Empire State Manufacturing Survey plunged 26 points to -20 in March. In the past couple months, the index rose 18 points to 5.7 […]
Southern Tier Brewing, Perry’s Ice Cream team up for new seasonal flavor
LAKEWOOD — Southern Tier Brewing Company has partnered with Perry’s Ice Cream to create a new brew inspired by Perry’s Cherry Pie Ice Cream, the
MVCC Foundation names three new board members
UTICA, N.Y. — The Mohawk Valley Community College (MVCC) Foundation recently appointed three new members to its board of directors. The new board members are Claire T. Parisi, Amy DeMetri, and Stephanie Davis-Clark, the college said in its announcement. The foundation plays a vital role in generating alternative revenue to help MVCC while board members
Winter-weather woes bring insurance claims
The early part of 2025 brought a good, old-fashioned winter to Central New York with plenty of snow, wind, and ice. That weather produced a number of damaged and collapsed buildings, which can create insurance headaches for owners. “This year has been super crazy,” says Kimberly Hendrick, personal-claims insurance manager at OneGroup NY, Inc., the
Evolving wellness programs benefit employees, employers
There is more to wellness than physical health, and it may benefit employers to consider adding a wellness program to their workplace, area benefits experts say. The wellness plan of today looks much different than the past, when all it may have done was encourage employees to get their annual physical or have their blood
NextGen Label names chief human resources officer
CICERO — NextGen Label Group recently announced the promotion of Jessica McCarthy to chief human resources officer (CHRO), effective April 1. The move coincides with Dan Rosenbaum’s transition to president and CEO of the company. McCarthy is a proven leader in human resources and administration, bringing extensive experience in fostering a positive and productive workplace
Preferred Mutual appoints chief information officer
NEW BERLIN — Preferred Mutual Insurance Company named David Smith senior VP and chief information officer, effective Jan. 1, according to a Feb. 19 announcement. In this role, he will oversee the development and implementation of innovative technology strategies that enhance customer and agency experiences while driving business-process transformation at Preferred Mutual. Smith joined Preferred
Excellus net income rebounds in 2024 despite operating loss
ROCHESTER — Excellus BlueCross BlueShield says the health plan ended 2024 with a profit of $25.6 million, citing its annual report filed with the New York State Department of Financial Services on March 1. “While the health plan last year faced several challenges, stronger-than-expected investment results helped the insurer reach a small net margin of
Assured Information Security, of Rome, receives patent number 25
ROME, N.Y. — Assured Information Security (AIS) recently received a new patent from the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office, bringing the company’s total to 25 issued patents with several more pending, the Rome–based company announced. “Expanding our patent portfolio reinforces our commitment to developing cutting-edge technology solutions that enhance system security and resilience,” AIS COO
Strategic Executive Alliance partners with Greater Utica Chamber for monthly program
UTICA, N.Y. — Strategic Executive Alliance (SEA) has announced a partnership with the Greater Utica Chamber of Commerce to host a monthly residency program beginning in April that will provide local businesses and entrepreneurs access to SEA’s expertise. Beginning Monday, April 7 from 10:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., SEA will hold sessions on the first
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