Archive for 'Business News'
Area Unemployment Remains Low
Reported by the North Country Chamber of Commerce The New York State Labor Department has released unemployment rates for the month of August. While New York State has a statewide rate of 4.9%, our area counties continue to be lower with: -Clinton at 3.8% -Essex at 3.1% -Franklin at 3.6% -Hamilton at 2.6% -Warren at […]
Posted: September 22nd, 2022 under Business News, Northern NY News.
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Official: Canada likely to drop vaccine requirement to enter
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Posted: September 21st, 2022 under Business News, National News, Northern NY News.
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Stewart’s Shops pledges $1M to Plattsburgh YMCA
YMCA moves closer to $13 million goal thanks to Dake Foundation Click here for the Sun Community News story
Posted: September 20th, 2022 under Business News, Charity Events, Northern NY News, Peru/Regional History.
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Burlington City Council Green-Lights Four Cannabis Businesses
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Posted: September 20th, 2022 under Business News, Peru/Regional History, Regional NY-VT News.
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$45 million expansion project at Malone dairy farm has eco-friendly features
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Posted: September 20th, 2022 under Agricultural News, Business News, Environmental News, Northern NY News.
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Office of Cannabis Management to host Plattsburgh workshop
Thursday, Sept. 22, informational workshop for potential retail applicants Click here for the Sun Community News story
Posted: September 19th, 2022 under Agricultural News, Business News, Northern NY News, State Government News.
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Bed Bath & Beyond to shutter Plattsburgh location
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Posted: September 16th, 2022 under Business News, National News, Northern NY News, Peru/Regional History.
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Child poverty improves in Syracuse; it’s still among highest in US, census
Schenectady and Rochester also in the “Top 25” Click here for the Syracuse.com story
Posted: September 16th, 2022 under Business News, Peru/Regional History, Upstate New York.
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Tourism Impact Study numbers reflect a robust industry
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Posted: September 13th, 2022 under Adirondack Region News, Business News, Northern NY News.
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NY health care worker bonuses: How much? When are they coming? How to get them
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Posted: September 12th, 2022 under Business News, Heathcare News, Peru/Regional History, State Government News.
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When are Shake Shack, Chick-fil-A opening on NYS Thruway? Here’s an update on rest stop renovations
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Posted: September 12th, 2022 under Business News, Highway Dept. News, Upstate New York.
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Pacific Group Resorts win bid for Jay Peak Resort
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Posted: September 8th, 2022 under Business News, Peru/Regional History, Regional NY-VT News.
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Regal Cinemas owner files for Chapter 11 bankruptcy
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Posted: September 8th, 2022 under Business News.
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NY’s timeline for legal weed sales has shifted in a major way
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Posted: September 7th, 2022 under Agricultural News, Business News, State Government News.
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Wage board votes to lower farmworker OT threshold to 40 hours per week
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Posted: September 7th, 2022 under Agricultural News, Business News, Northern NY News, State Government News.
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50+ organizations to participate in September 21st Job Fair
Plattsburgh – The North Country Chamber of Commerce JOB FAIR will be held on September 21st at the West Side Ballroom in Plattsburgh from 3pm-7pm. The Job Fair is FREE for job seekers to attend. Representatives will be on hand to accept resumes, give out applications, set up interviews, and/or talk about career opportunities within […]
Posted: September 7th, 2022 under Adirondack Region News, Business News, General News, Northern NY News.
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National Grid predicts ‘significantly higher’ CNY heating bills this winter, up 39%
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Posted: September 7th, 2022 under Business News, Environmental News, Upstate New York.
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The crowds, the food, the weather and the Wobble: 9 takeaways from the 2022 NY State Fair
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Posted: September 7th, 2022 under Agricultural News, Arts and Entertainment, Business News, Upstate New York.
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Turning Stone Resort Casino plans biggest expansion since it opened
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Posted: September 6th, 2022 under Arts and Entertainment, Business News, Upstate New York.
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Assemblyman Billy Jones: Statement on Wage Board Decision
“New Yorkers- not just farmers- will feel the ramifications of the Wage Board’s decision to lower the overtime threshold for farmworkers from 60 to 40 hours. Considering the current supply chain issues, the cost of fuel, and inflation, this decision will negatively impact access and affordability of fresh food and products from New York State […]
Posted: September 6th, 2022 under Agricultural News, Business News, Northern NY News, Political News, State Government News, State Legislator News.
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Statement: Wage Board decision furthers farmers’ suffering
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Posted: September 6th, 2022 under Agricultural News, Business News, Political News, State Government News, State Legislator News.
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Vermonters prepare for retail cannabis shops to open this fall
The Cannabis Control Board will be reviewing its first retail applications next week Click here for the NBC 5 New story
Posted: September 2nd, 2022 under Business News, Peru/Regional History, Regional NY-VT News.
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Stewart’s Shops Wins ‘Best Milk’ in New York State
Stewart’s Shops proudly announces its milk has been named the best in New York State, by Cornell University Department of Food Science. The award was presented on Dairy Day, September 1st, at the New York State Fair in Syracuse, NY. The recognition is part of Cornell’s New York State Milk Quality Improvement Program. Cornell […]
Posted: September 1st, 2022 under Agricultural News, Business News, Northern NY News.
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This is Our Home: Keeseville, NY
George “Speedy” Arnold and his store have been staples of the town for over 6 decades Click here for the NBC 5 News story
Posted: August 29th, 2022 under Adirondack Region News, Business News, General News, Northern NY News, Peru/Regional History.
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Lewis County dairy farmers considering antidote to milk dumping, cheese production changes with new business
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Posted: August 27th, 2022 under Agricultural News, Business News, Northern NY News, Peru/Regional History.
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