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The latest cohort of the Real Life Rosies Pre-Apprenticeship Program graduated in early May. Eleven participants successfully completed the six-week, 72-hour training program, earning the Certified Manufacturing Associate credential through Tooling U-SME. (Photo provided by RTMA)
May 27, 2026

New RTMA leader highlights apprenticeships, education and industry growth

Rich Turner, new RTMA executive director, said the association's apprenticeships and workforce programs help support manufacturing growth in Rochester and the Finger Lakes.

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May 5, 2026

Rochester-area apprenticeship programs expand with new state funding

The New York State Department of Labor awarded $492,740 to expand apprenticeship programs in Rochester, supporting workforce development in human services and construction.

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Apr 3, 2026

United Way launches $1.7M grant fund for Rochester area nonprofits

United Way of Greater Rochester and the Finger Lakes offers $1.7 million in grants to support health and human service nonprofits across six counties.

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Mar 30, 2026

Fathom targets aerospace, defense growth with regional operations

Fathom Digital Manufacturing targets growth in aerospace and defense with capabilities at its Finger Lakes operations.

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Mar 3, 2026

Grow-NY accepting applications for 2026 event

Grow-NY is accepting applications through May 15 for its 2026 competition, awarding $3 million to food and agriculture startups that establish operations in New York.

Auburn branch marks latest step in CNB’s Central NY growth
Feb 26, 2026

Auburn branch marks latest step in CNB’s Central NY growth

Canandaigua National Bank plans to open its first Auburn branch in spring 2027 as part of its Central New York expansion strategy.

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Feb 11, 2026

FLPPS, Common Ground Health–Rochester RHIO to combine operations; new CEO named

Finger Lakes Performing Provider System and Common Ground Health–Rochester RHIO will combine operations.

VNS Health will assume care for roughly 4,700 iCircle members on April 1, expanding its nonprofit managed long-term care plan into 55 counties across New York. (Photo provided by VNS Health)
Jan 30, 2026

VNS Health–iCircle partnership expands long-term care

VNS Health will assume care for roughly 4,700 iCircle members on April 1, expanding into 55 counties across New York state.

Finger Lakes wins $42.6M in state funding for housing, infrastructure and food hub projects
Dec 31, 2025

Finger Lakes wins $42.6M in state funding for housing, infrastructure and food hub projects

The Finger Lakes region secured $42.6 million through New York’s 2025 Regional Economic Development Council initiative to support housing, infrastructure and food hub projects across nine counties.

FLLT marks conservation milestone in the Finger Lakes
Dec 26, 2025

FLLT marks conservation milestone in the Finger Lakes

The Finger Lakes Land Trust has conserved more than 35,000 acres across 12 counties through collaborative, long-term land protection.

United Way kicks off 2024 campaign after raising $18M in 2023  
Nov 20, 2025

United Way awards $1.06M to strengthen 26 nonprofits across region

United Way of Greater Rochester and the Finger Lakes awards $1.06 million to support 28 capacity-building projects at 26 nonprofits.

Tech Farm II adds 20,000 square feet to the Cornell Agriculture and Food Technology Park in Geneva. (Photo by Andrea Deckert)
Nov 10, 2025

Tech Farm II boosts food and ag innovation in the Finger Lakes

Tech Farm II opened this month in Geneva, doubling space for food and ag startups. The $3.5M expansion strengthens the Finger Lakes innovation ecosystem.