For Amanda Derouchie the memories of gathering with family, specifically with her grandmother at the kitchen table where she would discuss life over a cup of coffee, is exactly what inspired her to open her first business in the village of Cape Vincent. Read More ⇒
Clayton Marina has serviced the river community through high water and now the COVID-19 pandemic. Marina sales expert Steve Lavarnway talked with NNY Business about how 2020 boat and jetki sales boomed despite the pandemic. Mr. Lavarnway says he anticipates the 2021 boat and jetski sales to … Read More ⇒
Clicked in, boots cling to skis that dangle from chairlifts. Once atop the snow-covered slope, the descent begins. Read More ⇒
The novel coronavirus pandemic of 2020 clearly reinforced the need for human-service nonprofit organizations, who can often provide quicker response than the government and can perform programs and services that the government ceded over the years. However, over the course of the past 10 mon… Read More ⇒
The pandemic has had a significant economic impact, often devastating, on individuals, families, businesses, communities, non-profits, educational institutions, and government. Although the road to economic recovery will not be easy, we can do it. We just need to work together and determin… Read More ⇒
Naturally Lewis, the economic development brand created by the Lewis County IDA to promote the county, has been fostering small business development and helping businesses of all sizes navigate the murky waters of operating during a healthcare crisis. NNY Business spoke with IDA Executive Di… Read More ⇒
Goodbye, and good riddance to 2020. You have cost us much economically, socially, and personally. Most of us lost or knew of someone we loved or knew fondly during your 365 days. Those we lost may not have died directly because of the virus unleashed around our tiny planet, but our ability… Read More ⇒
NNY Business is introducing 20 of the north country’s most talented up-and-coming young leaders Friday with its first-ever virtual 20 Under 40 video event. Read More ⇒
The Tri-County Women’s Council of Realtors Network held its Top Producer events in September (St. Lawrence County Board of Realtors) and in October (Jefferson-Lewis Board of Realtors). The award was based on sales of single-family homes, two-to-four family homes, commercial buildings, land, … Read More ⇒
Daniel Daugherty has passion for his business, making beer, loving food and working with his family. Those things combined have led him to success at his downtown brewery, Boots Brewing. NNY Business sat down with Mr. Daugherty to learn more about what it’s like to work with family and how t… Read More ⇒
When our area entered Phase 2, the real estate market heated up. In some portions of the market, there have been multiple offers and some properties have had offers within a day or two of being put on the market. What do you need to know to be successful when making an offer? First […] Read More ⇒
Since taking over as executive director of the Business Development Corporation for a Greater Massena in late 2018, James Murphy has seen changes in the community’s business climate. As an economic developer, he sees what has worked and what hasn’t worked, and offers advice for potential bus… Read More ⇒
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Jana Lantry, fisheries manager for the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation, found inspiration at a young age to protect our native fish species and outdoor environments. Today, Lantry is one of 11 women statewide working to support DEC fisheries. As the Region 6 fisheries… Read More ⇒
The first six months of 2020 have been an up and down roller coaster for real estate. After being slightly down in 2018, overall property sales (including residential, land, multi-family and commercial properties) in Jefferson, Lewis, and St. Lawrence Counties were generally higher in 2019.… Read More ⇒
River Hospital is in good hands with new CEO Emily Mastaler as she works to continue the development of hospital services and partnerships with regional hospitals. As the hospital navigated changing services due to COVID-19, the hospital finished projects that expanded physical therapy servi… Read More ⇒
The agricultural community is in good hands with Jay Matteson, the Jefferson County Agricultural Coordinator with Jefferson County Economic Development. Working each day to ensure that farmers have the business resources they need, and the support from local, state and federal government, Mr… Read More ⇒
Organizers of the annual Cream Cheese Festival have announced this year’s event, slated for Saturday, Sept. 19, has been canceled. The move comes amid concerns over the Coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic and the current inability to host events with 25 or more people due to restrictions put in … Read More ⇒
By: JOSH ST.CROIX, CHRIS FITZ GERALD AND CAP CAREY Read More ⇒
Joseph Plummer has transitioned into a new role in Jefferson County, director of dog control. NNY Business sat down with Plummer to discuss the role Jefferson County Dog Control plays and how the shelter plays a role in family pet adoption. Read More ⇒
With a love for pets and for her community, it was easy for Kasie Naklick to open her own pet grooming business, Creative Styles Pet Grooming. Read More ⇒
Susan Godreau is SUNY Potsdam’s director of financial aid, and has worked in the financial aid office since 2005. NNY Business sat down with Godreau to talk about student services, financial aid stresses and confusion and how students can prepare for loan repayment. Read More ⇒
After being slightly down in 2018, overall property sales (including residential, land, multi-family and commercial properties) in Jefferson, Lewis, and St. Lawrence counties were generally higher in 2019. The median price followed this pattern also and days on the market continued to drop. … Read More ⇒
