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FLX FWD is the vision to move the 9-county greater Rochester NY region forward, as developed by the Finger Lakes Regional Economic Development Council of @NYGov

 Rochester, NY
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Governor Hochul Announces $200 Million to Help Communities Modernize Water Infrastructure Without Overburdening Ratepayers governor.ny.gov/news/governo…

Governor Hochul Announces $200 Million to Help Communities Modernize Water Infrastructure Without...

Governor Hochul announced $200 million to help communities undertake critical drinking water, stormwater and sewer projects while keeping costs affordable for local ratepayers.

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Groundbreaking held for Rochester West Main Gateway Revitalization Project whec.com/top-news/groundbrea…

Groundbreaking held for Rochester West Main Gateway Revitalization Project

ROCHESTER, N.Y. — A ceremonial groundbreaking was held Wednesday for the West Main Gateway Revitalization Project in Rochester.RELATED: Millions on the table for West Main Gateway revitalization...

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Governor Hochul Announces Ceremonial Groundbreaking for Transformative West Main Gateway Project in Downtown Rochester @GovKathyHochul governor.ny.gov/news/governo…

Governor Hochul Announces Ceremonial Groundbreaking for Transformative West Main Gateway Project in...

Governor Hochul announced a groundbreaking was held for the West Main Gateway Project in the City of Rochester.

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Empire State Development@EmpireStateDevOct 21
🏙️ A new chapter for downtown Rochester! The $10M West Main Gateway Project will revitalize the historic West Main Street Corridor through building renovations, small business support and public space improvements. More: on.ny.gov/4itMRO9
An image of the ground breaking at the gateway project, local and state electeds with local stakeholders stand in a line with shovels.

ALT An image of the ground breaking at the gateway project, local and state electeds with local stakeholders stand in a line with shovels.

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Empire State Development@EmpireStateDevOct 20
⚙️ Rochester is powering the future of advanced manufacturing! Phoenix Tailings is investing $375M in a new rare earth mineral separation facility at Eastman Business Park, creating at least 90 jobs and strengthening domestic supply chains. More: on.ny.gov/4dO8Qwy
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Rare-earth processing facility to be built at Kodak Park @WXXINews wxxinews.org/local-news/2026…

Rare-earth processing facility to be built at Kodak Park

Phoenix Tailings' operation would cull the material from mine waste and other industrial sources in an industrial warehouse complex in Greece.

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Empire State Development@EmpireStateDevOct 16
🏗️ $76M is now available through Round 3 of NYS’s County Infrastructure Grant Program! With awards up to $1.5M, counties can advance projects that support housing, tourism and economic growth. 📅 Apply by February 5, 2027: on.ny.gov/4ytUc5g on.ny.gov/4ytUc5g

Governor Hochul Announces $76 Million Available for Third Round of County Infrastructure Grant...

Governor Hochul announced the launch of a third round of the County Infrastructure Grant Program, with $76 million available to support small- and medium-sized county-led infrastructure projects.

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Empire State Development@EmpireStateDevOct 16
🍻 Nominations are OPEN for the NYS Craft Beverage Retailer Awards, recognizing businesses that champion locally made beer, wine, cider, mead & spirits. 🏆 Nominate by November 20! 🔗 on.ny.gov/3UAkKnj on.ny.gov/4dCBGjy

Governor Hochul Announces Nominations Open for New York State Craft Beverage Retailer Awards

Governor Hochul announced the launch of nominations for the New York State Craft Beverage Retailer Awards, designed to recognize merchants who help customers discover and enjoy craft beverages made...

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State funding clears way for housing at Greece Ridge Mall democratandchronicle.com/sto…

State funding clears way for housing at Greece Ridge Mall

The Town of Greece will use $5 million from Empire State Development to buy 13 acres at Greece Ridge Mall for future housing.

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.@EmpireStateDev says unused Mall at Greece Ridge land will become new housing whec.com/top-news/empire-sta…

Empire State Development says unused Mall at Greece Ridge land will become new housing

New housing is planned for the Mall at Greece Ridge after the state awarded $5 million for the purchase of 13 acres of unused property.

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Town of Greece will spearhead housing development at mall rbj.net/2026/10/14/town-of-g…

Town of Greece will spearhead housing development at mall - RBJ

Greece plans to convert 13 acres at Mall at Greece Ridge into senior housing with $5 million support from Empire State Development.

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Empire State Development@EmpireStateDevOct 9
Manufacturing is building big in New York. 🥛 Chobani: $1.2B 🚗 GM: $888M 🐮 fairlife: $650M That’s nearly $2.74B in major manufacturing investments helping create jobs, grow communities and strengthen New York’s economy. #ManufacturingMonth
An image depicting three different manufacturing companies that have invested in Nerw York State: Chobani, GM's Tonowanda plant, and fairlife. The bottom right square is teal with the text overtop stating: Manufactuing month; Celebrating Major Investments; bottomed out by the Empire State Development Logo.

ALT An image depicting three different manufacturing companies that have invested in Nerw York State: Chobani, GM's Tonowanda plant, and fairlife. The bottom right square is teal with the text overtop stating: Manufactuing month; Celebrating Major Investments; bottomed out by the Empire State Development Logo.

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Empire State Development@EmpireStateDevOct 2
This #ManufacturingDay, and all across #ManufacturingMonth, we’re celebrating the manufacturers, workers and innovators powering communities across the Empire State. 🏭⚙️
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City of Rochester NY
@CityRochesterNYOct 1
Experience the Genesee! Celebrate our beautiful waterfront Friday, Saturday, and Sunday during ROC the Riverway Weekend, with opportunities to explore the river, enjoy local attractions, and experience all that the Genesee River has to offer. Learn more: cityofrochester.gov/RTRW
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Polish photonics startup wins $1M Luminate NY top prize rbj.net/2026/10/01/gekko-pho…

Polish photonics startup wins $1M Luminate NY top prize - RBJ

Gekko Photonics won the $1 million top prize in Luminate NY and will establish a Rochester-area operation to expand its photonics business.

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Polish startup wins $1M Luminate NY prize rochesterbeacon.com/2026/09/…

Polish startup wins $1M Luminate NY prize

Gekko Photonics makes analyzers that help manufacturers check product quality without stopping the line. Five other startups, working on lasers, displays, biotech and medical devices, also won awards...

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Governor Hochul Announces Round Nine Winners of @LuminateROC Startup Accelerator and Competition governor.ny.gov/news/governo…

Governor Hochul Announces Round Nine Winners of Luminate NY Startup Accelerator and Competition

Governor Hochul announced Gekko Photonics as the $1 million "Company of the Year" winner in Round Nine of the Luminate NY optics, photonics, and imaging (OPI) accelerator competition.

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.@LuminateROC startup finals at Rochester Riverside Convention Center awards $1 million to local entrepreneurs whec.com/top-news/luminate-s…

Luminate startup finals at Rochester Riverside Convention Center awards $1 million to local...

Local entrepreneurs made their final pitch for a chance to win $1 million at the Luminate startup finals held at the Rochester Riverside Convention Center.

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Empire State Development@EmpireStateDevSep 30
💡 Innovation takes the stage in Rochester! Congratulations to Gekko Photonics, Luminate NY’s Round Nine $1M Company of the Year. Since launching, Luminate NY has invested $26M in 96 high-growth startups, strengthening the Finger Lakes OPI ecosystem. More: on.ny.gov/4z6gTwQ
A photo of the winners, Gekko Photonics, of the Round 9 Luminate NY Competition with their check on stage.

ALT A photo of the winners, Gekko Photonics, of the Round 9 Luminate NY Competition with their check on stage.

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Innovation takes the stage in Rochester! Congratulations to Gekko Photonics, Luminate NY’s Round Nine $1M Company of the Year. Since launching, Luminate NY has invested $26M in 96 high-growth startups while strengthening the Finger Lakes OPI ecosystem.
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