Work begins on stretch of I-88 in Otsego County

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Work has begun on a $21.8 million project to resurface a section of roadway on Interstate 88 from the town of Maryland to the town

Herkimer Oneida County Transportation Council unveils new initiatives

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UTICA, N.Y. — The Herkimer Oneida County Transportation Council (HOCTC) is launching a new website, interactive mapping tool, and survey regarding the local transportation network,

State awards third I-81 contract targeting areas around the Inner Harbor, Syracuse’s north side

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SYRACUSE, N.Y. — Gov. Kathy Hochul on Thursday announced the award of the third construction contract for the Interstate 81 (I-81) viaduct-replacement project. The award of the $218.9 million contract to Salt City Constructors, LLC begins the reconstruction of city streets in the Inner Harbor area and on the northside and builds on the construction

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SYRACUSE, N.Y. — Gov. Kathy Hochul on Thursday announced the award of the third construction contract for the Interstate 81 (I-81) viaduct-replacement project.

The award of the $218.9 million contract to Salt City Constructors, LLC begins the reconstruction of city streets in the Inner Harbor area and on the northside and builds on the construction already underway at the northern and southern interchanges of Interstates 81 and 481.

“With the third contract now awarded, New York is quickly moving forward with this nation-leading project to tear down the viaduct.” Hochul said in the announcement. “The work in the Inner Harbor and on the northside of Syracuse will move the City one step closer to reconnecting neighborhoods wrongly ripped apart generations ago.”

Third contract details

The third of eight separate construction contracts expected to be awarded as part of the I-81 project focuses on consolidating multiple on-ramps along I-81 southbound to one new on-ramp that connects with future Business Loop (BL) 81 southbound, per Hochul’soffice.

Work includes new and improved southbound interchanges at North Clinton and Bear Streets, along future BL 81, “creating a gateway to the city’s northside and will allow for safer access to businesses and residences.”

Additionally, North Clinton Street will be reconstructed from Bear Street to GenantDrive, and will include new pavement, sidewalks on each side, and curbside parking. The new tree lined North Clinton Street will provide shared use paths from Court Street south to the intersection of Genant Drive.

Contract three will also “enhance safety and mobility” for motorists, pedestrians, and cyclists, with the replacement of three bridges connecting the northside to the Inner Harbor. The Bear, Court, and Spencer Street bridges will be replaced with wider structures that include sidewalks and will fit over the expanded future BL 81. A shared–use path will also be included on the Court and Spencer Street bridges.

The project —described as the largest in New York State Department of Transportation history — will replace the elevated highway in downtown Syracuse with a community grid that will “reconnect neighborhoods, improve mobility and provide new opportunities for growth throughout Central New York,” Hochul’s office contends.

Construction on the six-year, $2.25 billion project has started in areas north and south of downtown Syracuse. The effort to replace the elevated I-81 viaduct through downtown Syracuse is still to come.

SUNY Poly removes interim tag from provost

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MARCY, N.Y. — SUNY Polytechnic Institute has announced Andrew Russell as the university’s new provost, a role he has held in an interim capacity since

Community Bank System changes name to Community Financial System

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DeWITT, N.Y. — Community Bank’s parent company has a new name. Community Bank System, Inc. announced it has changed its corporate name to Community Financial

Upstate Medical Clay location ribbon cutting

Upstate University Hospital formally opens new location for PMR, other services in Clay

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CLAY, N.Y. — Upstate University Hospital has opened a new location for its physical medicine and rehabilitation (PMR) services in the town of Clay at 8687 Carling Road, near the Wegmans Great Northern store. Physical medicine and rehabilitation is just one of the services that will eventually be located in the building, which has been

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Physical medicine and rehabilitation is just one of the services that will eventually be located in the building, which has been vacant since Bryant & Stratton College moved out in early 2020, Upstate said in its announcement.

Upstate held a formal-opening event at the site on Tuesday. It’s located off Route 31, about 17 miles from Upstate’s campus in Syracuse.

Upstate officials say they’re in talks to move other services to the location but doesn’t have any firm commitments as of now. Upstate’s building lease is for 10 years.

“We are excited to call Clay home for our services,” Dr. Robert Corona, CEO of Upstate University Hospital, said in the announcement. “With Clay and the northern suburbs growing and [projected] to see significant growth in the coming years, we believe this location will serve our existing patients and new patients with the convenience of having our important services nearby.”

Upstate currently occupies 18,000 square feet, or nearly half the building. It will be the only tenant in the building and expects to open up additional services in the coming year.

The expansion of physical medicine and rehabilitation services brings to the northern suburbs one of Upstate’s “most in-demand” services. It will be PMR’s eighth location and could expect to see upwards of 200 patients a day, the hospital said.

The new location offers services that include concussion management; physical,occupational, and speech–language therapy — described as “essential” therapies for rehabilitating patients suffering from stroke, brain injury and other neurological disorders, such as Parkinson’s disease.

The location also includes a patient blood-draw service center. It is one of 12 such centers Upstate runs in Onondaga and Oneida counties, the hospital said.

SU, Onondaga County to spend $20 million to launch Center for Advanced Semiconductor Manufacturing

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SYRACUSE, N.Y. — Syracuse University (SU) on Thursday announced plans to launchits Center for Advanced Semiconductor Manufacturing. It’s described as a center that will bring together expertise in artificial intelligence (AI), cybersecurity, manufacturing processes, optimization, and robotics to “advance the science of semiconductor manufacturing,” per the university’s news release. SU plans to spend $10 million

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SYRACUSE, N.Y. — Syracuse University (SU) on Thursday announced plans to launchits Center for Advanced Semiconductor Manufacturing.

It’s described as a center that will bring together expertise in artificial intelligence (AI), cybersecurity, manufacturing processes, optimization, and robotics to “advance the science of semiconductor manufacturing,” per the university’s news release.

SU plans to spend $10 million to help pay for center, and Onondaga County will also provide a $10 million grant.

“The state-of-the-art teaching and research facility we’re building as part of this will replicate an autonomous advanced-manufacturing floor; will enable research and design,”Syracuse University Chancellor Kent Syverud said in his remarks. “The center will provide the very definition of hands-on learning and training that students need to meet the needs and meet the moment.”

Officials announced details of the new Center for Advanced Semiconductor Manufacturing in an event at the National Veterans Resource Center at 101 Waverly Ave. on the SU campus on Thursday morning.

“To support that work, we are going to be hiring many new faculty scholars over the next five years, and, in particular, we expect to grow our student enrollment in the College of Engineering and Computer Science by 50 percent in the next four years,”Syverud said. “And that’s to keep up with the market demands created by Micron and the burgeoning U.S. chips industry. We will be especially focused on recruiting from area high schools, including the new STEAM high school that has had such hard work behind it.”

Micron Technology Inc. (NASDAQ: MU) plans to invest up to $100 billion over the next 20-plus years on a semiconductor manufacturing campus at the White Pine Commerce Park in the town of Clay.

The Center for Advanced Semiconductor Manufacturing is part of a more than $100 million investment in “strategically transforming” STEM (science, technology, engineering, mathematics) and expanding SU’s College of Engineering and Computer Science (ECS) over the next five years, the university noted.

SU will house the center in its Center of Science and Technology, and it will be situated within ECS. Syracuse believes the new center will “position the University and Central New York as a global leader in research and education on the intelligent manufacturing of semiconductors,” per the SU announcement.

Work on renovating existing space into the new facility is already underway, Syverud told reporters during the announcement event.

“As we transition from an amazing site-selection process and an amazing planning process to executing, it is critical for us to meet the moment that you’ve heard from the vice chancellor and chancellor that we have all of the tools in the toolbox,” Onondaga County Executive Ryan McMahon said in his remarks. “One of the major tools in recruiting Micron to get here was this facility and what this represents and what this represents specifically for veteran labor and that’s a critical tool.”

SUNY Poly joins Innovare Alliance

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ROME, N.Y. — The Griffiss Institute and SUNY Polytechnic University have signed a memorandum of understanding that marks the college as the 11th member to join the Innovare Alliance. The alliance leverages collaborations among academic, industrial, and defense sectors in the upstate region to advance technical and professional-development disciplines, the Griffiss Institute announced in a

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ROME, N.Y. — The Griffiss Institute and SUNY Polytechnic University have signed a memorandum of understanding that marks the college as the 11th member to join the Innovare Alliance.

The alliance leverages collaborations among academic, industrial, and defense sectors in the upstate region to advance technical and professional-development disciplines, the Griffiss Institute announced in a press release.

The collaboration between Griffiss Institute and SUNY Poly will pave the way for new, collaborative programs aimed at growing the pool of skilled individuals prepared to work in engineering, computer, and mathematical occupations in upstate New York. Additionally, the organizations say, the partnership will provide an environment conducive to the creation of innovative ideas, supported by state-of-the-art facilities and mentorship to accelerate their development into commercially viable technologies.

“SUNY Poly is incredibly excited to join the Innovare Alliance,” SUNY Poly President Dr. Winston Soboyejo said in the release. “As a public polytechnic, our university is committed to leveraging the expertise of our students, faculty, and staff to advance societal and humanistic goals and uplift all people. These ideals align perfectly with the alliance’s efforts to expand access to high-quality educational, training, research, and entrepreneurial opportunities in upstate New York and beyond. This is critical as we continue to tackle new challenges in artificial intelligence, machine learning, cybersecurity, quantum computing, and unmanned aerial systems.”

Griffiss Institute CEO Heather Hage concurred that it’s an important partnership that will make a difference.

“The significance of collaboration cannot be overstated; every member of the Innovare Alliance contributes uniquely to shaping the future of innovation. Together, we are poised to reach unprecedented heights and leaving a lasting imprint on our world,” Hage said.

The synergy with SUNY Poly will introduce a renewed focus on entrepreneurship within the alliance, Griffiss Institute COO Seth Mulligan noted.

“Our collaboration with SUNY Poly opens new avenues for entrepreneurial ventures, reinforcing our commitment to fostering innovation and driving economic growth in upstate New York,” Mulligan said.

The Innovare Alliance includes the Air Force Research Laboratory Information Directorate, Griffiss Institute, Oneida County, Rome, NYSTEC, Central New York Defense Alliance, State University of New York, Rochester Institute of Technology, Binghamton University, Le Moyne College, and SUNY Poly. The alliance focuses on accelerating the development and deployment of emerging technologies for national defense and commercial markets.

People news: Barclay Damon adds new associate in Syracuse office

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SYRACUSE, N.Y. — Barclay Damon announced it has added Keyashia Willis as an associate in its restructuring, bankruptcy and creditors’ rights, and commercial-litigation practice areas with a primary office in Syracuse. In this role, Willis assists attorneys in those practice areas in a wide range of matters. Prior to joining Barclay Damon, Willis served as

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ConnextCare begins offering dental services to students in two Oswego schools

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OSWEGO, N.Y. — ConnextCare says it’s now offering dental services at the school-based health center (SBHC) at the Frederick Leighton Elementary School in Oswego. Holly

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