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Christopher Humphrey in Community Bank’s retail conference room at its regional headquarters in Pittsford, which features an aerial view of the village. (Photo credit: Andrea Deckert)
May 12, 2026

Community Bank expands Rochester area footprint with $15.6M investment

Community Bank N.A. invests $15.6 million to open new branches and regional headquarters, strengthening its footprint in the Greater Rochester market.

Businessman putting coin into piggy bank with word retirement fund, retirement plan concept by Depositphotos
Apr 23, 2026

Secure Choice Savings Program: What does it mean for you? | Viewpoint

The New York Secure Choice Savings Program requires certain employers to offer Roth IRA retirement plans starting in 2026, impacting employee savings options.

Abundance Food Co-Op workers ratify first union contract
Feb 20, 2026

Abundance Food Co-Op workers ratify first union contract

Workers and management at Abundance Food Co-Op have ratified their first union contract, securing cost-of-living wage increases, just-cause protections and expanded PTO in a collaborative agreement.

Illustration showing a person dropping a coin in a piggy bank (Depositphotos)
Feb 19, 2026

What employers need to know about NY’s Secure Choice Savings Program

Now that New York’s Secure Choice retirement savings program is mandatory, most businesses must register so employees have access to a retirement savings plan.

Kodak to use blockchain to protect photographers’ image rights
Dec 3, 2025

Kodak completes $1B pension asset reversion, strengthens balance sheet and reduces debt

Kodak completed a $1B pension asset reversion, cut debt to $200M and fully funded its new employee cash balance plan.

Lawley expands Rochester presence through merger with ROC Insurance Services
Oct 16, 2025

Lawley expands Rochester presence through merger with ROC Insurance Services

Lawley merged with Rochester-based ROC Insurance Services, adding a 19th location and expanding Medicare and health insurance expertise.

Employee benefits evolve to attract multi-gen workforce
Apr 23, 2025

Employee benefits evolve to attract multi-gen workforce

As companies vie to recruit and retain talented employees in a competitive job market, what kinds of benefits are most sought after?

Daybright Financial: new name, same commitment to Rochester region
Apr 21, 2025

Daybright Financial: new name, same commitment to Rochester region

A Rochester-based employee benefits administrator has a new name that leaders say better reflects the services it provides and positions the company for growth.  

Employees expect benefits packages that enhance work/life balance
Sep 12, 2022

Employees expect benefits packages that enhance work/life balance

Today’s job candidates seek voluntary access to accident or disability coverage as part of a total compensation package, as well as opportunities for advancement and training.