Maple syrup makers create new products

Rochester Democrat and Chronicle - Thu Nov 26

The sweet, familiar scent of maple syrup filled the air in a Wyoming County church hall as Steve Childs, the state's maple specialist, led demonstrations and discussions on coating nuts with maple sugar, brewing maple soda pop, and experimental versions of maple-coated apples and maple taffy.

Will NBA Jerseys Be Made Overseas?

WHAM-AM Rochester - Tue Nov 24

Senator Chuck Schumer says it could cost Perry in Wyoming County 100 jobs. Senator Chuck Schumer is calling on Adidas to change a decision about where NBA jerseys are made.

WNY maker of garb for NBA, Bills losing contracts to Asia

Buffalo News - Tue Nov 24

The exclusive supplier of game jerseys for the National Basketball Association is moving all of its production contracts to Asia, a decision that may idle a sports uniform factory in Perry and its 100 employees.

Perry plant looking for work after losing NBA contract

Buffalo News - Tue Nov 24

The new owners of a sports uniform factory in Perry are scrambling to find work for the American Classic Outfitters facility and its 100 employees after receiving word that the plant's only customer is canceling its contract for professional sports jerseys and off-shoring its production.

Mary Ann Metzger: Loss of farmers puts our country at risk

Buffalo News - Tue Nov 24

It was a rare occurrence in early October to find a day when the sun shone enough to enhance the lush colors of fall.

Adidas jersey plan rejected by Schumer

Buffalo Business First - Tue Nov 24

A decision by international sports apparel company Adidas to shift production of its NBA jerseys overseas could have a devastating impact on a Wyoming County manufacturer.

Cell phone for soldiers drop off in western NY

Empire State News - Sat Nov 21

With more than 150,000 troops serving overseas, away from their families, Assemblyman Dan Burling and "Cell Phones for Soldiers" are calling on all local residents to support those in the armed forces by donating cell phones.

Some area workers to lobby against student loan changes

Democrat & Chronicle - Tue Nov 17

Six workers from Pioneer Credit Recovery in Wyoming County will be among a group of Sallie Mae employees from around the nation in Washington, D.C., this week to lobby against proposed federal legislation regarding college student loans.

Burling's office accepting donations of food, toys

Buffalo News - Tue Nov 17

Assemblyman Dan Burling, R-Warsaw, reports that his office at 2371 N. Main St. will serve as a drop-off location for food items as well as toys for the needy during the holiday season.

Going wild in Wyoming County

Bizjournals - Sun Nov 15

Zebras are among the more than 400 exotic animals to be featured at Hidden valley Animal Adventure in Wyoming County.