The Workforce Development Board Seeks Worksites for their Youth Employment Program

The Workforce Development Board’s (WDB) Youth Employment Program (YEP) is an important platform that aims to reduce community gun violence and youth criminal justice involvement by providing year-round employment opportunities to at-risk youth, ages 14-20, from low-income households. Program participants will be recruited, hired, and paid through the Workforce Development Board, Herkimer, Madison & Oneida…

MVHS to Host Hiring Expo on October 19

The Mohawk Valley Health System (MVHS) will host an in-person hiring event on Saturday, October 19 from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the MVHS Human Resources office, 201 Lafayette Street, Utica! Explore exciting opportunities across MVHS locations in multiple departments including: Nursing and Support Services, Allied Health, Medical Imaging, Food Service, Environmental Services and…

MWBE Certification Information & Networking Event

Join New York SBDC Government Contracting Coordinator Gina Hayduk and Empire State Development Executive Advisor for the Division of Minority & Women’s Business Development Jenny Low for a discussion about Minority- and Women-Owned Business Enterprise certification in New York State.   In this session, you will learn about the certification process, the benefits of certification,…

Deadline to Apply: Monday, September 30, 2024

$5,000 Grants Available to Women-Owned Businesses in Herkimer and Oneida Counties – Deadline to Apply:  Monday, September 30, 2024 Sponsored by The Women’s Fund of Herkimer and Oneida Counties, Baird Private Wealth Management, UpMobility Foundation and the Griffiss Institute The Women’s Fund of Herkimer and Oneida Counties with the support of Baird Private Wealth Management,…

RT Federal Credit Union Breaks Ground on New Branch in Lyons Falls, NY

RT Federal Credit Union is pleased to announce the groundbreaking for its new branch in Lyons Falls, NY. The event signifies a significant step forward in the credit union’s commitment to serving the community with enhanced accessibility and convenience for its members. The groundbreaking ceremony included key stakeholders, local officials, and community members, with remarks…

MMRI Faculty Member Receives Prestigious Promotion to Associate Professor

Zhiqiang Lin, Ph.D., has been promoted to associate professor of biomedical research and translational medicine at MMRI, recognizing his significant contributions since joining the organization in 2018. Lin has been instrumental in advancing cardiovascular research as a key faculty member at MMRI. Lin earned his Ph.D. from Peking University in 2008, followed by postdoctoral research…