New York should continue to support its maple industry
Patrick Penfield argues that New York should continue to support its maple industry. Read more »
Writer archives: Patrick Penfield
$15 minimum wage would be a negative for upstate New York
Following the signing of a New Jersey bill to raise the minimum wage, Business columnist Patrick Penfield says a $15 minimum wage would be bad for upstate New York. Read more »
You Op To Know: Business columnist discusses Syracuse’s Hire Ground homeless work initiative
This week, Assistant Editorial Editor Michael Sessa and Business columnist Patrick Penfield discuss the Hire Ground initiative, a job program officials hope will help homeless individuals get off the streets. Read more »
Syracuse Hire Ground initiative could greatly benefit city
Syracuse has a homeless population problem, but the new Hire Ground initiative could help solve it. Read more »
Sports betting at Turning Stone is exactly what central New York needs
Business columnist Patrick Penfield argues that sports betting at Turning Stone is what central New York needs. Read more »
An Amazon headquarters in New York could benefit students
Business columnist Patrick Penfield explains what a new Amazon headquarters in New York could mean for students. Read more »
Newsprint tariffs were unnecessary, rightfully rejected
Business columnist Patrick Penfield says newspapers across the country are better off without the unjust newsprint tariffs. Read more »
Voter turnout needed to fight Albany’s corruption
Business columnist Patrick Penfield argues that New York residents need to vote for officials that will fight corruption and advocate for the passage of the Procurement Integrity Act. Read more »
Walsh’s rainy day funds are bringing brighter days to Syracuse businesses
Business columnist Patrick Penfield praises Syracuse Mayor Ben Walsh’s 2018-19 budget plan for its commitment to local businesses and city revitalization programs. Read more »
