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Finger Lakes Gateway (a DBA of SCOPED, Inc.) is pleased to share updates to Schuyler County’s Façade Improvement Program , strengthening our commitment to supporting small businesses, revitalizing commercial districts, and encouraging private investment across the county. Since launching in 2022, the program has awarded grants to 31 businesses , leveraging an estimated $2 million in private investment  from approximately $292,000 in public funding —an impressive 8:1 private-t

A place to work through business challenges together. Schuypreneur Boot Camp returns in January 2026 with a focus on practical tools that can help startups and small business owners move forward in an increasingly complex business environment. The first session of the year will focus on a challenge many businesses face: understanding their market . AI for Market Research Competitors, Market Sizing & Industry Trends 📅 Wednesday, January 28, 2026 🕔 5:00–6:30 PM 📍 FLX Works ✔

As interest in plant-based ingredients accelerates nationwide, Upstate New York is emerging as a surprising testbed for a crop not traditionally associated with the Northeast: chickpeas . What began as small experimental plantings has evolved into a multi-year effort involving farmers, researchers, food processors, and economic development partners across the region. This year’s harvest offers new insights—and thanks to new grant funding—sets the stage for the most comprehens

The New York State Canal Corporation (NYSCC) has announced a new Request for Qualifications (RFQ)  seeking organizations to design and operate recreational adventures  along the iconic New York State Canal System beginning in Summer 2026 . This opportunity is part of On the Canals , a statewide initiative that brings free, public outdoor activities to communities across the Erie, Champlain, Oswego, and Cayuga-Seneca Canals. The goal of the program is to introduce more New Yor

Construction contractors across New York know that staying competitive requires more than hard work on the job site — it requires having accurate, construction-specific financial data that helps you bid confidently, manage cash flow, and meet bonding requirements. To support that mission, the New York State Surety Bond Assistance Program  is offering a FREE online “QuickBooks for Construction” clinic  designed specifically for contractors using (or considering) QuickBooks D

Finger Lakes Gateway is proud to announce that the Schuyler County Business Park  has been named the first REDI Site in New York State  and one of only four Gold-designated sites in the United States  through the national REDI Sites  program administered by the Site Selectors Guild. This Gold designation signifies exceptional site readiness — confirming that the Schuyler County Business Park meets the highest national standards for infrastructure, utilities, environmental due

Shoot the Moon Event Information Finger Lakes Gateway’s Continuous Learning Committee is proud to announce the launch of its inaugural session of Barstool University , “Shoot the Moon,”  to be held Wednesday, October 15th, from 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. at Lakewood Winery in Watkins Glen. This first program in the new Barstool University series brings together community, conversation, and curiosity in one inspiring evening. Attendees will enjoy an engaging presentation by Zoe Learn

Wendy Shutter, Economic Development Specialist The Schuyler County Partnership for Economic Development (SCOPED), operating as FLX Gateway, is pleased to announce the appointment of Wendy Shutter as its new Economic Development and Community Development Specialist. Wendy brings a deep blend of technical acumen and business leadership to FLX Gateway’s high energy team. With decades of experience in private and nonprofit sectors, she most recently served as Director of Business

The Schuyler County Partnership for Economic Development has released their 2024 Annual Report. The report highlights progress on the...

Schuyler County Facade Improvement Program Logo After five rounds of a highly successful matching grant program for façade improvements,...

SYRACUSE – The New York Farm Viability Institute (NYFVI) is pleased to share that the first Request for Proposals (RFP) for the New York...

Harborside Village Apartments Project Renovated Vacant Former Medical Building into Five Market Rate Apartments Groundbreaking for ADA...

The Schuyler County Partnership for Economic Development is excited to announce the launch of Schuypreneur, an innovative new program...

The Schuyler County Partnership for Economic Development, the Watkins Glen Downtown Revitalization Initiative (DRI) Local Planning...

In collaboration with the Village of Watkins Glen , The Schuyler County Partnership is pleased to share that Watkins Glen will host a...

The Schuyler County Legislature, in partnership with the Schuyler County Partnership for Economic Development, is now accepting...

Schuyler County Industrial Development Agency (SCIDA) in partnership with Schuyler County, is seeking requests for proposal (RFP) from...

The Schuyler County Partnership for Economic Development in partnership with the Watkins Glen Area Chamber of Commerce held a...

The Schuyler County Legislature, in partnership with Schuyler County Partnership for Economic Development, has once again reopened the...

On Tuesday, August 1, 2023, Senate Majority Leader Charles E. Schumer toured the Schuyler County Business Park, located in the Town of...