The Arts: Alive and Well in Oswego County
By Stefan Yablonski The arts scene is alive and well around Oswego County, according to Michele Southgate, retired educator, past president of Art Association of Oswego, former executive director of…
The port moved more than 11,000 tons of specialty freight in 2023. These included components for a new lithium battery recycling facility in Rochester, components for a Novelis production line update and a giant transformer (pictured) for a local nuclear power plant.
Port Has Record Aluminum Intake, Specialty Freight Projects
Whether it was thousands of tons of aluminum ingots, grain or a giant transformer, the Port of Oswego Authority handled them all, had another record year in 2023, and is…
JC Penney on the Oswego Plaza in Oswego is closing after doing business in the city since 1976. Hobby Lobby — and possibly Texas Roadside restaurant — will take its place.
Mayor Barlow: “State of the city is strong”
Sure, the city is losing JC Penney but it’s gaining a new Hobby Lobby and possibly a Texas Roadhouse franchise By Stefan Yablonski “There is an undeniable renewed confidence in…
Mayor Michaels: “Small business community to have plenty of opportunities to consider”
By Stefan Yablonski Fulton is moving forward and 2023 is set to be a year of transformation, according to Mayor Deana Michaels. “As we prep for spring and summer projects,…
Can CNY Staff Micron?
Local employers already have a hard time finding employees — how will Micron find 9,000 workers locally? By Deborah Jeanne Sergeant Micron Technology, Inc.’s plans to invest $100 billion over…
Bernard J. Paprocki, director of the U.S. Small Business Administration Upstate New York District.
Outlook for Small Business Will Depend on Each Sector
“The outlook for Central New York small businesses this year will likely vary depending on the industry, but overall, there continue to be headwinds,” said Bernard J. Paprocki, director of…
Sportfishing in general is still a major draw for Oswego County. Pictured is Elizabeth Yuko, a freelance writer and Fordham University professor, with local charter captain Andy Bliss.
What to Expect from Key Sectors of our Economy
Stories by Stefan Yablonski Sector is Rebounding, After Tough Pandemic Years Oswego County tourism is seeing a resurgence. As the pandemic continues to fade in the rearview mirror, things look…
Is CNY Gearing Up for a Housing Boom?
By Deborah Jeanne Sergeant Many different factors point to the possibility of a housing construction boom coming to CNY in the next few years. Micron Technology, Inc.’s investment is slated…
Oswego County: Redevelopment of former Miller Brewery, expansion of industrial park among top projects for 2023
By Ken Sturtz TDJ Properties, a company controlled by businessman Michael Tormey’s family, purchased a 67-acre portion of the former Miller Brewery in Volney in March 2022 for $5.5 million.…
Onondaga County: Economic future is bright and not just because of Micron
By Ken Sturtz Washington Irving’s iconic “Rip Van Winkle” tells the story of a man who falls asleep for 20 years and awakens to find the world he knew dramatically…