Rise of the Renter
Region reflects national trend of shifting demographics of renters By Lou Sorendo Many of those looking for a roof over their heads are getting a new lease on life. In…
Banking Industry Meets COVID Challenges
Experts: Some trends — increased use of drive-thrus and e-banking — likely to continue By Deborah Jeanne Sergeant As with any other industry, banking changed significantly to adjust to life during…
Family Business Succession Requires Planning
Experts: Starting conversations early is important By Deborah Jeanne Sergeant If you’ve begun or inherited a family-owned business, you likely want to see it continue after you retire or die.…
Working from Home. Will the Trend Continue?
Business owners say better technology has enable their workforce work from home efficiently By Deborah Jeanne Sergeant During the worst of the COVID-19 pandemic, many companies figured out ways for…
At a Standstill
Area housing market comes to sudden halt due to COVID-19, but real estate brokers express optimism By Lou Sorendo COVID-19 has done its share of damage to the local economy,…
A League of Her Own
Teri Beckwith sets the pace when it comes to mastering art of real estate sales By Lou Sorendo Through her 20-plus years in the real estate industry, Teri Beckwith has…
Ripe apples in orchard ready for harvesting. In New York state, apple growers harvest 29.5 million bushels of apples annually, making New York the second-largest apple-producing state in the U.S. Stock photo.
‘Farmers Are All in Pain’
‘In New York, we have incredibly high minimum wage and an unfair system,” says one local farmer By Deborah Jeanne Sergeant The New York Farm Bureau announced its 2020 state…
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5 Habits of 5 Highly Successful People
There is a common thread that all successful leaders share: the ability to take what they learn and experience and develop habits from them that lead to favorable outcomes. Oswego…
Students take part in a program sponsored by 100 Black Men of Syracuse. The nonprofit organization offers STEM activities, SAT exam preparation classes, wellness walks, reading groups and outings — all to encourage students to consider higher education, such as college tours.
100 Black Men of Syracuse
Nonprofit emphasizes work with youth, preparing it for job market, better life By Deborah Jeanne Sergeant Ali Rahman of Syracuse views poverty as a domino effect. Once it hits a…
Marnie LaVigne, president and CEO of Launch NY, spoke recently at SUNY Oswego’s December commencement.
Launching Prosperity
Launch NY a catalyst for entrepreneurial growth throughout Upstate New York By Lou Sorendo Nothing ventured, nothing gained. This is a mantra for many entrepreneurs, investors and community supporters associated…