Behind successful small businesses, Owego bucking trends

[ad_1] It was once voted “The Coolest Small Town in America” by Budget Travel magazine. Step inside any of the locally owned businesses in Owego and it’s easy to see…

N.Y.’s small businesses still worried about future of inflation

[ad_1] Data recently released by the Federal Reserve Bank of New York showed that this is the most optimistic American’s have been about inflation in two years. But a survey…

Expert suggests mass timber for new Micron plant, other large structures

[ad_1] Still a residential staple, wood may be catching on as a primary material of choice for large scale business and industrial building projects. But it’s not the two-by-fours and…

How climate change is impacting New York winemakers

[ad_1] GARDINER, N.Y. — Wineries are a staple in New York state, but varying temperatures and changing climate conditions are impacting vineyards. Grapes are budding and vines are beginning to…

Legal fight to upgrade Southern Tier business continues

[ad_1] A New York State Supreme Court judge ruled in February a discrimination lawsuit accusing the town of Southport of discrimination can move forward, denying a town-filed motion to throw it out.  …

The good, the bad and the questions surrounding cryptocurrency

[ad_1] Digital assets such as Bitcoin have seen a dramatic rise and fall, and now many are wondering about its future. Some simply don’t believe it has a future, while…

Many NY women still facing challenges when opening businesses

[ad_1] More women are opening businesses throughout New York state. However, they are still facing more challenges than men. “I create handmade jewelry,” said Erika Turner, the owner of Love…