Simply put, the business world could not be what it is without the women in charge that have started their own businesses. Women such as Doreen A. Williams, who started Otis Technology when she was just 16 years old. Read More ⇒Inspirational Women of the North County: Entrepreneurial women pave the path for generations to come

There has been a lot of attention in the media about appraisals and their use in real estate. Most of the questions focus on what an appraisal is, the difference between an appraisal and an assessment, when an appraisal will be done, and when else could an appraisal benefit a property owner … Read More ⇒Real Estate Roundup Column: What is an appraisal?

For many of us, the new year is a time to take stock of our lives. We ask ourselves if we are living life to the fullest, often making plans to alter lifestyle choices such as eating healthier, exercising regularly, or spending more time with family. Organizations approach the new year in th… Read More ⇒Nonprofits Today Column; A new year and a new plan for the United Way

On January 11th I was lucky enough to participate in the Greater Watertown North Country Chamber of Commerce and the United Way’s new program called EVOLVE. It was held at Jefferson Community College. Kayla Jamieson, the president of the GWNC Chamber of Commerce describes EVOLVE as, “a quart… Read More ⇒Small Business Success Column: The strength and importance of branding

On Election Day 2022, New Yorkers across the state voted overwhelmingly in support of the $4.2 billion Clean Water, Clean Air, and Green Jobs Environmental Bond Act, paving the way for environmental improvements that will preserve, protect, and enhance our natural resources while creating jo… Read More ⇒Environmental Business Column: Clean Water, Clean Air, and Green Jobs Environmental Bond Act

“Love doesn’t die, people do. So, when all that’s left of me is love, give me away.” — Read at Tom Walker’s funeral, January 9, 2023 Read More ⇒Nonprofits Today Column: An Extraordinary Life of Example

St. Lawrence County Industrial Development Agency CEO Patrick J. Kelly sat down with NNY Business Magazine to talk about the local economic forecast for the upcoming year. Despite ongoing global economic uncertainty caused by the COVID-19 pandemic, he says 2023 will be an interesting year fo… Read More ⇒NNY Q&A: St. Lawrence County Economic Outlook

What is recession? It’s one of those words that’s thrown around a lot, but seems a bit vague, sort of like post-modern or neoliberal. Read More ⇒What Would A Recession Mean? In the face of a changing economy, the north country remains focused

The state of manufacturing in the tri-county region has been described as strong, steady, and robust by various prominent figures of manufacturing in Lewis, Jefferson, and St. Lawrence counties who are all hopeful for a bright future in their respective industries. Read More ⇒Strong, Steady and Robust Manufacturing

Shortly after graduating from college Alexandra Jacobs Wilke realized her passion for making her community a better place. A few years later, she has devoted her time and effort into doing just that. Read More ⇒20 Under 40: Alexandra Jacobs Wilke

Matthew Siver is one of those people that makes a difference in the north country that you really don’t really ever hear about. Read More ⇒20 Under 40: Matthew Siver

Devan Robinson started her life coaching business, Developing with Devan, because she noticed women in the north country undervaluing themselves, which hindered them from reaching their full potential. Read More ⇒20 Under 40: Devan Robinson

Between family, community volunteering and a thriving career in gastroenterology, nurse practitioner Lara Niles says she has a lot of good reasons to get out of bed in the morning. Read More ⇒20 Under 40: Lara Niles

Although clinical coordinator and physical therapist Sarah Overton has several accolades under her belt, she says her work with The Arc Jefferson - St. Lawrence is truly a team effort. Read More ⇒20 Under 40: Sarah Overton

If there’s one thing McKenzie L. Lehman, 31, has learned professionally beginning with her early choices, it’s that change is inevitable. Read More ⇒20 Under 40: McKenzie Lehman

Brian Krueger is a registered architect and partner at Aubertine & Currier Architects in Watertown. As a military kid, Mr. Krueger sees the importance of and value in giving to the community he lives in. Read More ⇒20 Under 40: Brian Krueger

Jenna Lauraine, the director of Programs and Partnerships at Naturally Lewis, finds joy in her job everyday as she strives to build a better, more wealthy north country and create Read More ⇒20 Under 40: Jenna Lauraine

Lyndi Hill cherishes her community in the north country, and said that her love for it runs through every aspect of her life. Read More ⇒20 Under 40: Lyndi Hill

Family. Faith. More than his love of history, of constitutional law, his work as a lawyer and his desire to serve his community, it is his family and faith that have informed every decision Ian W. Gilbert, 34, has made to get where he is and are the core of his future. Read More ⇒20 Under 40: Ian Gilbert

Matthew Gayle first fell in love with music during high school, when he realized how many activities he was involved in that revolved around it--like All-County, NYSSMA, and school musicals. “These were all fun experiences that made me see how much I valued music and how enjoyable it could b… Read More ⇒20 Under 40: Matthew Gayle

After graduating from Harrisville Central School, Mr. Frost began working in the arbor care business at the age of 18 as a line-clearance tree trimmer. Read More ⇒20 Under 40: Herb Frost

Steven M. Fox is the Chief Operating Officer of Fox Den Monuments, but if you think that’s all this 38-year-old leader does, you couldn’t be more wrong. Read More ⇒20 Under 40: Steven Fox

Angelica L. Paige learned at an early age that she was capable of anything she put her mind to. Read More ⇒20 Under 40: Angelica Paige

Joseph J. Eberle II, owner and operator of J. Eberle Woodworking LLC, which is located directly in front of his home, began his woodworking business as simply a hobby in his garage, but quickly turned the hobby into his business. He said he would make furniture pieces and other objects, but … Read More ⇒20 Under 40: Joseph Eberle, II

Megan Dolhof, owner of and certified nutrition specialist at OPEN SKY Wellness, LLC in Lowville, knows that the north country is a great place to put down roots and settle because of the ample opportunities to get outside, be active and disappear into the woods for an afternoon. Read More ⇒20 Under 40: Megan Dolhof

In a world where it is easy to fall into mundane patterns, Athena Curley’s husband and dog help get her day started by delivering a warm cup of coffee every morning. Read More ⇒20 Under 40: Athena Curley

Joshua Cox learned at an early age to lead by example. Read More ⇒20 Under 40: Joshua Cox

Dr. Ryan S. Calhoun, a clinical psychologist, runs a behavioral health clinic for the Defense Health Agency on Fort Drum where he helps evaluate soldiers that are separated from the army and when commanders have concerns about their soldiers. Read More ⇒20 Under 40: Dr. Ryan Calhoun

Dr. Justin Budnik moved to the region for his wife, and since he started at Samaritan Medical Center’s Walker Center for Cancer Care, the doctor has done a lot of good for his adopted hometown. Read More ⇒20 Under 40: Dr. Justin Budnik

Joined by family, friends, co-workers and their peers, the 2022 class of 20 Under 40 recipients were honored at the annual awards ceremony at the Hilton Garden Inn Ballroom on Thursday, Dec. 8. Read More ⇒Photo Gallery: 2022 Class of 20 Under 40

A mothers wish to have a playhouse for her daughter has sparked a new, and fun, business venture. Read More ⇒Small Business Startup: Happy Little Homes Co.

Josiah Martin knew taking over the family pretzel bakery would be a challenge, but the next three years would present hurdles for the business that he could not have anticipated. On the morning of December 12, 2020, Martin awoke to a fully-engulfed fire that destroyed the factory, as well Ma… Read More ⇒A Delicious Legacy: Martin’s Pretzels lasts generations and continues with successful family ties

Retirement planning can be extremely daunting for some, with some people not realizing where they should even start. Shane H. Simser, senior financial advisor, retirement plan services with Morgia’s Wealth Management, sat down with NNY Business to talk about when people should begin to plan … Read More ⇒NNY Q&A: Planning for retirement

Although the global investment market is in a volatile state, local financial advisors say people who want to start a portfolio shouldn’t be too worried about the current conditions. It’s possible to start investing now, stay invested, and still make healthy gains in the long run. Read More ⇒The Future of Investing:Local investment professionals weigh in on volatile market and trends

The stock market is extremely volatile, the value of a dollar is dropping rapidly and consumer confidence that the economy will be better in a year is very low. Even with all the challenges in today’s economy, investment experts want their customers to know there are ways investors at all le… Read More ⇒When & Howto Invest: Downward market trends in 2022 shake confidence in investors

I was fortunate to attend the nursing graduation of the Jefferson-Lewis BOCES Division of Continuing Education on June 24. At that event, seven new nurses were recognized as they prepared to join the local workforce. One of them was Jacob Ratliff, 23, who has long had an interest in the medi… Read More ⇒Nonprofits Today Column: A commitment to health care comes full circle

With the declining workforce we see across the nation, it is critical that our schools are providing students with the critical knowledge, skills and experience to meet the important demands of our industries and society. The United States is looking at workforce shortages for at least the n… Read More ⇒Agribusiness Column: Youth career development, leadership and service

Although Lewis County’s Public Health Director Ashley Waite began her nursing career on the medical-surgical floor of Samaritan Medical Center, being able to have a “larger scale impact” has kept her interest and dedication to public health since 2011, allowing her to transition from being a… Read More ⇒NNY Q&A: County Health Focused, Ashley Waite dedicates education and career to the betterment of Lewis County

It’s no secret that many Americans suffer from having diabetes, with some dying from the disease. Read More ⇒Diabetes Education: North country resources available

Hospitals around the country are still digging out of personnel shortages and financial issues caused by the COVID-19 pandemic. Lewis County General Hospital System is no exception. However, its CEO says they are working through a system-wide plan to refill registered nurse vacancies and lev… Read More ⇒Still In Recovery: Lewis County General among many health systems rebuilding

For the north country, as large and rural as it is, telehealth has become a valuable tool to providers and patients alike, and even more so during the COVID-19 pandemic. One of the biggest benefits of telemedicine is the expansion of access for rural areas where patients would otherwise need… Read More ⇒Digital Equity: Benefitting the north country’s health climate through access to needed telehealth services

Close your eyes and envision Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) employees at work. Are they in a forest? At the river? On a mountain trail? What about on a farm? Read More ⇒Environmental Business Column: Comprehensive and protective pesticide regulations

Several agencies and organizations within Jefferson County formed an ad-hoc committee and reviewed examples of decommissioning plans put forth by solar development companies (SDC) proposing solar arrays within Jefferson County. Many of the plans were satisfactory in addressing most of the is… Read More ⇒Agribusiness Column: Recommendations for solar Pproject decommissioning

For this article, I’m going to be wearing both of my hats. As a Business Advisor at the Small Business Development Center, I work with a lot of business owners who are looking to grow their businesses, and a large piece of that is through marketing. As a photographer for my own personal busi… Read More ⇒Small Business Success: Marketing an agricultural business

Dani F. Baker retired from her psychologist position at the New York State Department of Corrections in 2007 to devote full time to Cross Island Farms on Wellesley Island, which she runs with partner David Belding. Cross Islands has evolved into a certified organic operation with certified f… Read More ⇒NNY Q&A: Dani Baker of Cross Island Farms

Spanning seven generations and decades of progressive farming, the Lawrence Family Farm has adapted and persevered to keep its 444-acre business going. Read More ⇒Cape Vincent Farm Spends Decades Adapting With Progressive Approach

If you could distill the north country down to an agricultural product, without question it would be dairy. According to statistics from the New York State Department of Agriculture, there are more than 500 dairy farms between St. Lawrence, Jefferson, and Lewis counties. That accounts for ne… Read More ⇒Local Dairy Farms Threatened by Rising Costs

Underneath the canopy of spruce trees exactly as old as he is, Liam J. Carney, 35, coaxes food out of logs. Read More ⇒Foraging, Growing and Harvesting: Unique fungi business sprouts in Lewis County

Having over 20 years of experience, Parker “PJ” Schleher decided it was time for him to branch out and start his own business in the Thousand Islands town of Clayton. Read More ⇒Small Business Startup: Property Land Management

Performing due diligence when buying, building, or expanding a home or business is key in ensuring you are making a wise investment. Many local, state, and at times, federal approvals can come into play to ensure a project meets the laws and regulations in place. These requirements exist to … Read More ⇒Environmental Business Column: Environmental reviews and real estate