Emily Buenzle - Thu November 02, 2017
Where Will Amazon Choose to Build HQ2? Study Has Ideas
One study has zeroed in on what it believes could be the top potential sites for Amazon's new HQ2. In recent research, real estate information firm REIS has revealed the top viable spots for HQ2 based on factors including public transportation, costs of living and business, quality of life, the number of tech employees, tax policies and access to higher education....
Wed November 01, 2017
SkillsUSA WorldTeam Earns Medallions of Excellence at International Competition for Young Skilled Workers
The SkillsUSA WorldTeam received four Medallions of Excellence in the WorldSkills Competition Oct. 14-19. SkillsUSA represents the United States and sent a team of 11 to Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates, to compete in 10 skill categories during the 44th biennial event....
Wed November 01, 2017
Tracey Road Equipment Welcomes Guests to Open House
On Oct. 12, 2017, Tracey Road Equipment hosted a successful open house at its Syracuse, N.Y., headquarters. Nearly 800 people enjoyed a day of fun, food, music, operator rodeos and equipment demos. Factory representatives from more than 50 different vendors were on hand to answer questions and, if need be, arrange the financing for the variety of equipment that Tracey Road Equipment has to offer....
Wed November 01, 2017
Mayor Announces Major Investments to Protect Area From Future Storms
On the Oct. 29, 5th Anniversary of Hurricane Sandy, Mayor Bill de Blasio announced a $145 million investment for up to seven resilience projects to help protect communities in the Rockaways from the impacts of climate change....
Tue October 31, 2017
Crowds Attend 23rd NYS Highway & Public Works Expo
For the 23rd consecutive year, highway superintendents, public works officials and their crews gathered at the New York State Fairgrounds in Syracuse for the NYS Highway & Public Works Expo. More than 100 exhibitors filled space both inside and outside of the Center of Progress Building and attendees were given the opportunity to enjoy a free barbecue lunch compliments of Stadium International, Tracey Road Equipment and Trux Outfitter....
Tue October 31, 2017
Construction Employment Increases in 250 Out of 358 Metro Areas Between August 2016, 2017
Construction employment increased in 250 out of 358 metro areas between September 2016 and September 2017, declined in 56 and stagnated in 52, according to a new analysis of federal employment data released Oct....
Tue October 31, 2017
Mayrich Construction — Rock-Solid Work in NYC
Although Mayrich Construction was humbly established with “one dump truck and a dream” more than 70 years ago, it's now one of the largest excavation and foundation companies in New York City....
Tue October 31, 2017
NY Superintendents Honor Buffalo-Based Auction Company
On Sept. 21, 2017, Auctions International of East Aurora, N.Y., accepted the 2017 VISION award from the New York State Association of Towns Superintendents of Highways (NYSAOTSOH) at its 88th Annual Conference, Education Symposium and EXPO Annual Banquet in Ellicottville, N.Y....
Tue October 31, 2017
Durante Rentals Opens New Location in Brooklyn, N.Y.
Durante Rentals continues its rapid expansion with its latest store opening in Brooklyn, N.Y. The fully renovated and strategically located store, at 1773 Bushwick Ave. in the Bushwick section of Brooklyn, is a full-service equipment and tool rental facility offering rentals, sale, parts, service and training....
Tue October 24, 2017
Doosan Bobcat North America Donates Equipment to Vocational Schools for Hands-On Training
Doosan Bobcat North America has donated seven Bobcat machines to four regional vocational schools for their service technician training programs. Multiple pieces of Bobcat equipment, including compact track loaders, compact excavators, all-wheel steer loaders and VersaHANDLER telescopic tool carriers, were delivered to the following regional training centers:Conestoga College — Guelph, Ontario, CanadaMadison Area Technical College — Madison, Wisc....
