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Oneida Health Hospital joins Upstate University Hospital’s telestroke network
ONEIDA, N.Y. — Oneida Health Hospital in Oneida has joined the telestroke network at Upstate University Hospital’s comprehensive stroke center in Syracuse. Through its telestroke
Cornell University, Yates County firm win funding in NYS Microelectronics Innovation Challenge
ITHACA, N.Y. — Cornell University and a company operating in Yates County are among the recipients of funding in the New York State Microelectronics Innovation
SUNY Oswego President Nwosu named to CNY Regional Economic Development Council
OSWEGO, N.Y. — Gov. Kathy Hochul has named SUNY Oswego President Peter Nwosu to the Central New York Regional Economic Development Council. As a member of the Council, Nwosu will collaborate with a group of business leaders, community stakeholders, educators, and policymakers to shape the region’s economic future. The appointment recognizes the “vital economic role”
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OSWEGO, N.Y. — Gov. Kathy Hochul has named SUNY Oswego President Peter Nwosu to the Central New York Regional Economic Development Council.
As a member of the Council, Nwosu will collaborate with a group of business leaders, community stakeholders, educators, and policymakers to shape the region’s economic future.
The appointment recognizes the “vital economic role” that Nwosu and SUNY Oswego play in Central New York. It also acknowledges Nwosu’s leadership, expertise, and commitment to economic growth in the region and beyond through Vision 4040. That is the university’s plan to expand opportunities for higher-educational attainment, increase upward mobility, and advance regional economic development, SUNY Oswego said.
“I am truly honored and humbled to join this distinguished Council, which has played a pivotal role in laying a strong foundation for the economic resurgence of Central New York — from major initiatives like Micron to various projects and partnerships, all aimed at supporting the greater good,” Nwosu said in a SUNY Oswego announcement. “I look forward to collaborating with the Council to help shape an even brighter future for our region.”
New York has 10 Regional Economic Development Councils (REDCs) that support the state’s approach to economic growth, which engages regional stakeholders to map out regional strategic plans.
Through the REDCs, community, business, academic leaders, and members of the public use their knowledge and understanding of local priorities and assets to help direct state investment in support of job creation and economic growth.
Community Foundation of Herkimer and Oneida Counties awarded record amount last year
UTICA, N.Y. — The Community Foundation of Herkimer and Oneida Counties awarded more than $15.7 million in grants, scholarships, and emergency relief funds in 2024,
Turning Stone Enterprises plans hiring events for seasonal jobs
VERONA, N.Y. — Turning Stone Enterprises announced it will host three hiring events in March to fill hundreds of seasonal positions at its golf courses,
United Way of Central New York president to retire at year’s end
SYRACUSE, N.Y. — Nancy Kern Eaton, who has served as president of the United Way of Central New York since 2017, plans to retire at the end of 2025. Under Eaton’s leadership, United Way of CNY expanded community awareness and the organization’s role as a “collaborative hub for human-service organizations and coalitions,” the organization said.
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SYRACUSE, N.Y. — Nancy Kern Eaton, who has served as president of the United Way of Central New York since 2017, plans to retire at the end of 2025.
Under Eaton’s leadership, United Way of CNY expanded community awareness and the organization’s role as a “collaborative hub for human-service organizations and coalitions,” the organization said.
“Choosing to retire is about taking more time with my husband, children, and grandchildren,” Eaton said in informing the United Way’s board of directors of her decision. “It was an incredibly difficult decision to make, as I have been connected to the United Way of Central New York in a variety of ways for over 25 years. It has been a privilege to serve in this role, working with an extraordinary Board, exceptional and dedicated staff members, and many community members who are partners in this work. I am excited about the innovative work that is taking place and I am confident that the organization is ready for its next chapter.”
Eaton’s accomplishments included the creation of Thrive at Work; “significant” expansion of CNY Book Buddies program; and development of the Full STEAM Ahead literacy initiative, the United Way said.
She also led the organization’s participation in pandemic response and helped to establish the COVID-19 Community Support Fund. During Eaton’s tenure, United Way of CNY celebrated its 100th anniversary and reestablished the Day of Caring, the community’s single largest day of volunteer service.
“Nancy is an extraordinary champion for Central New York,” Kerry Tarolli, who chairs the United Way of Central New York board of directors, said in the announcement. “Her leadership over the last seven and a half years has been exceptional, and she will be missed. Thanks to Nan’s innovation, and the remarkable team she has built, United Way of CNY is positioned to continue its century-long legacy of impact, empowering the community to thrive.”
Besides leading the United Way’s board of directors, Tarolli is also a partner at King + King Architects.
Tarolli will also lead a transitions committee, and the United Way will share more information about its transition plans in the coming weeks.
SU, MLBPA team up to offer academic programs to current, former baseball players
SYRACUSE, N.Y. — Syracuse University (SU) and the Major League Baseball Players Association (MLBPA) say they’re working together to offer academic programs to both current
Oswego Health names director of Springside at Seneca Hill senior living community
OSWEGO, N.Y. — Oswego Health has appointed Bryan Jenkins as the new director of Springside at Seneca Hill, an independent senior living community near downtown Oswego. In this role, Jenkins oversees the daily operations of the community, managing all departments and ensuring the facility provides the highest standard of care and service to its residents.
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OSWEGO, N.Y. — Oswego Health has appointed Bryan Jenkins as the new director of Springside at Seneca Hill, an independent senior living community near downtown Oswego.
In this role, Jenkins oversees the daily operations of the community, managing all departments and ensuring the facility provides the highest standard of care and service to its residents.
Jenkins previously served at Oswego Health as director of social services at The Manor at Seneca Hill from 2022 to 2023 where he oversaw a team of social-service professionals and implemented critical behavioral-health programs, Oswego Health said in its announcement. During that time, he also earned a temporary certified nursing assistant (CNA) license, which allowed him to assist with direct patient care and provide support during a demanding time. He also helped develop individualized care plans, offered counseling and support to families, and ensured comprehensive care for residents.
Most recently, Jenkins served as a certified ombudsman for the New York State Ombudsman Program, where he advocated for more than 1,000 residents in long-term care facilities in Oswego and Cayuga counties, per Oswego Health.
Jenkins also previously held leadership positions with Morningstar, where he served as director of social services from 2019-2022, and the State of Montana, where he served as a career development specialist for the Office of Public Assistance.
He holds a bachelor’s degree in marketing management from Juniata College and an MBA from Robert Morris University.
Downtown Syracuse Dining Weeks begins March 1
SYRACUSE, N.Y. — Downtown Syracuse Dining Weeks returns for its 21st year, beginning on Saturday, March 1 and continuing through Friday, March 14. Dozens of
St. Elizabeth campus reuse proposals clear key hurdle with DGEIS
UTICA, N.Y. — The Utica Planning Board, at its Feb. 20 meeting, unanimously voted to deem the Generic Environmental Impact Statement (DGEIS) complete for the re-use alternatives for the former St. Elizabeth Medical Center campus, the city said. The DGEIS evaluated the potential for a host of environmental impacts resulting from the four proposed redevelopment
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UTICA, N.Y. — The Utica Planning Board, at its Feb. 20 meeting, unanimously voted to deem the Generic Environmental Impact Statement (DGEIS) complete for the re-use alternatives for the former St. Elizabeth Medical Center campus, the city said.
The DGEIS evaluated the potential for a host of environmental impacts resulting from the four proposed redevelopment scenarios for the former hospital, which closed in October 2023 when Mohawk Valley Health System moved into the new Wynn Hospital in downtown Utica.
The planning board is now inviting public comment on the DGEIS with a public hearing set for 4:30 p.m. on March 20 in the common council chambers at Utica City Hall.
“Public input has been critical at every step along this reuse planning process, and it continues to be as we evaluate the potential impacts,” Mayor Michael P. Galime said in a statement. “While an important step was cleared by the planning board, I look forward to reaching the point in the coming months at which the property can be marketed as its redevelopment represents a considerable expansion of the city’s tax base.”
Proposed reuse ideas for the property include single-family homes, townhouses, multi-family buildings and retail space, or a historic adaptive reuse with multiple forms of housing and retail space.
The planning board also voted to approve an extended public comment period of 60 days on the DGEIS, which is the maximum permitted under the state’s Environmental Quality Review Act.
Information about the project is available on the city’s website.
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