News Archives - Upstate Ledger https://upstateledger.com/category/news/ Local News and Business Features for Upstate New York Thu, 04 Jun 2026 18:02:14 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://upstateledger.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/MM_Upstate-Ledger-01-1-150x150.png News Archives - Upstate Ledger https://upstateledger.com/category/news/ 32 32 Upstate New York is at the Center of America’s Nuclear Comeback https://upstateledger.com/upstate-new-york-is-at-the-center-of-americas-nuclear-comeback/ Thu, 04 Jun 2026 18:02:12 +0000 https://upstateledger.com/?p=9191 Upstate New York is quietly becoming one of the most important energy regions in the United States. Once defined by hydroelectric legacy infrastructure, aging industrial corridors, and population decline in certain areas, the region is now re-emerging as a strategic hub for next-generation energy development. At the center of this shift is a bold push [...]

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]]> Vacation Planning? Try This Remote Adirondack Wilderness https://upstateledger.com/vacation-planning-try-this-remote-adirondack-wilderness/ Mon, 01 Jun 2026 15:11:28 +0000 https://upstateledger.com/?p=9172 Lake Lila remains one of the most secluded and least developed lake destinations in New York’s Adirondack Park. Enclosed within the William C. Whitney Wilderness, the lake spans roughly 1,500 acres and is defined as much by what is absent as by what is present: no motorboats, no roadside development, and no direct conveniences for [...]

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]]> New Report Finds New York College Students Strong in Study Habits https://upstateledger.com/new-report-finds-new-york-college-students-strong-in-study-habits/ Mon, 09 Feb 2026 18:41:22 +0000 https://upstateledger.com/?p=9034 A recent assessment of study behaviors among college students places New York near the top nationally for academic engagement. The analysis, conducted by the American College of Education, evaluated how students across all 50 states balance classroom preparation with other aspects of campus life, and New York earned a high overall score that reflects serious [...]

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]]> Binghamton University Expands Access with Online Computer Science and Information Systems Master’s Programs https://upstateledger.com/binghamton-university-expands-access-with-online-computer-science-and-information-systems-masters-programs/ Fri, 30 Jan 2026 14:54:51 +0000 https://upstateledger.com/?p=8980 Binghamton University announced on January 28, 2026, that it will begin offering fully online master’s degrees in computer science and information systems beginning this fall, extending the reach of its Thomas J. Watson College of Engineering and Applied Science beyond the traditional campus. The decision reflects ongoing shifts in graduate education and increasing demand for [...]

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]]> The Role of Regional Media in Small-City Civic Engagement in Upstate New York https://upstateledger.com/the-role-of-regional-media-in-small-city-civic-engagement-in-upstate-new-york/ Wed, 21 Jan 2026 20:52:18 +0000 https://upstateledger.com/?p=8933 In Upstate New York, small cities and towns rely heavily on regional media to stay connected, informed, and engaged. Unlike New York City, where residents have a wealth of national and international news outlets at their fingertips, smaller communities often turn to local newspapers, radio stations, and digital platforms to understand what is happening in [...]

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]]> How Tourism-Driven Businesses Are Boosting Upstate Economies https://upstateledger.com/how-tourism-driven-businesses-are-boosting-upstate-economies/ Wed, 14 Jan 2026 14:32:12 +0000 https://upstateledger.com/?p=8888 Upstate New York, a region known for its rolling hills, expansive forests, lakes, and historic towns, has long relied on its natural beauty and cultural heritage to attract visitors. From the Adirondacks to the Finger Lakes, tourism is not just a seasonal influx of visitors, it is a critical driver of the regional economy. Tourism-driven [...]

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]]> Rochester and Syracuse Lead National Housing Affordability Rankings https://upstateledger.com/rochester-and-syracuse-lead-national-housing-affordability-rankings/ Thu, 08 Jan 2026 21:31:00 +0000 https://upstateledger.com/?p=8872 At a time still marked by rising housing costs in many U.S. regions, two cities in upstate New York stand out as among the most affordable for first-time homebuyers in 2026. According to a recent Realtor.com analysis, Rochester topped the list of U.S. cities with the greatest affordability for those entering the housing market, while [...]

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]]> New Year’s Eve in Times Square Forecast to Be Among the Coldest in a Decade https://upstateledger.com/new-years-eve-in-times-square-forecast-to-be-among-the-coldest-in-a-decade/ Wed, 31 Dec 2025 21:20:15 +0000 https://upstateledger.com/?p=8782 As New York City prepares for the 2026 New Year’s Eve celebration in Times Square, weather forecasts show temperatures dipping sharply, potentially making this one of the coldest ball drops since 2017. Meteorologists project that temperatures will gradually fall throughout the evening, settling near 30 degrees Fahrenheit at midnight, significantly lower than recent years and [...]

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]]> Bus Travel Between the Lehigh Valley and New York City Gets Temporarily Cheaper https://upstateledger.com/bus-travel-between-the-lehigh-valley-and-new-york-city-gets-temporarily-cheaper/ Wed, 31 Dec 2025 18:48:08 +0000 https://upstateledger.com/?p=8675 For residents of the Lehigh Valley planning travel to New York City this winter, a seasonal fare reduction is making long-distance bus travel more affordable. Trans-Bridge Lines, a regional motorcoach carrier that has connected Pennsylvania communities with New York for decades, announced a limited-time promotional fare of $39.95 for one-way adult tickets on select routes [...]

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]]> The Worst Data Hacks of 2025 Expose Persistent Cybersecurity Vulnerabilities https://upstateledger.com/the-worst-data-hacks-of-2025-expose-persistent-cybersecurity-vulnerabilities/ Mon, 29 Dec 2025 21:29:11 +0000 https://upstateledger.com/?p=8790 In 2025, major cyberattacks continued to shake businesses, higher-education institutions, and even government offices, underscoring how entrenched and adaptable digital threats have become. A range of sophisticated breaches, ransomware campaigns, and credential compromises affected large swaths of personal and corporate data, revealing ongoing weaknesses in security practices and prompting fresh questions about how organizations protect [...]

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