Residents in the Corning-Painted Post Area School District will vote May 20 on a proposed 2025-26 budget of just over $146.8 million that includes a 6.33% increase to the spending plan a 91-cent increase per $1,000 of assessed value from last year's spending plan Caulfield said factors affecting the increase include the rising cost of health insurance “Strong schools create strong communities,” Caulfield said “Our proposed budget focuses on educational opportunities community engagement and multiple pathways to graduation staff and administrators have dedicated their careers to creating these experiences and they are second to none We are proud of the programs we provide students and are grateful for the community's support.”  Caulfield said the budget proposal preserves everything and before and after school extracurricular activities “It preserves programs like the High School Learning Center and the International Baccalaureate Program our modified athletics program and our elementary and performance bands,” Caulfield said “These are all key components of our students' education and experiences.”  said the proposed budget exceeds the tax cap and requires a 60 percent supermajority vote to pass More: Josh Palmer Fund donates $99K to help cancer patients, families. Here's where money went. A public hearing for the 2025-26 spending plan will be held at 6:30 p.m on May 13 at the C-PP High School Cafeteria May 20 at the C-PP High School at 201 Cantigney St the C-PP Administration Building at 165 Charles St and Erwin Valley School at 16 Beartown Road in Painted Post Corning Incorporated has announced plans to expand its advanced manufacturing operations in Saginaw County which produces high-purity materials and technologies including hyper-pure polysilicon for solar applications has invested $1.5 billion into the project and will add 400 high-paying manufacturing jobs.  Corning’s new facility will increase its capacity to supply high-quality solar wafers to support the growing demand for U.S.-sourced solar components The facility will build on Corning’s existing capabilities through its ownership of Hemlock Semiconductor a leader in hyper-pure polysilicon production The company aims to strengthen the domestic solar supply chain and support solar module manufacturing entirely within the U.S. in collaboration with partners Suniva and Heliene.  “We are proud to meet the increasing demand for U.S.-sourced solar products by accelerating the ramp of our advanced manufacturing assets and support the nation’s priority of domestic energy security.  and we’re excited to expand our footprint here by increasing our investment and creating more advanced manufacturing jobs that pay significantly above the regional median.”  ElectroCraft expands motor control manufacturing plant in MichiganThe expansion will improve operational performance enable faster turnaround times and produce more reliable supply for customers across multiple industries.  Daimler Truck invests $285M to upgrade automotive manufacturing plant in MichiganThe funds will be invested in DTNA’s internal combustion engine (ICE) platform and research and development facilities Hemlock Semiconductor receives $325 million from CHIPS Act to increase production of hyper-pure polysilicon in Michigan According to the company the project will generate 180 new jobs for the surrounding area This map shows where manufacturers are choosing to invest their resources whether they are building new production facilities or expanding existing plants.  The additional $600 million aims to accelerate advanced manufacturing operations of its solar wafers The solar industry experienced unprecedented growth in domestic capacity in 2024, accounting for 66% of the energy-generating segment space — which includes wind, natural gas and coal — in the United States, according to a U.S. solar market insight report from Wood Mackenzie and the Solar Energy Industries Association The increase was due to investments in capacity that were driven by the Inflation Reduction Act as well as more resilient supply chains and growing interest from utility and power companies Corning is experiencing increased demand for its solar products as well which Weeks said makes the company’s solar assets “even more valuable.” Corning sold out its solar wafer capacity for the year including from the Michigan facility under construction EVP and CFO Edward Schlesinger said in the earnings call Furthermore, the company sold 80% of its planned capacity for the next five years, Weeks said last month at the company’s investor event Corning also launched a new solar market access platform, which it expects to generate $2.5 billion in revenue by 2028, Weeks said last month at the company’s investor event The company expects to see a “positive incremental impact” on its sales profits and cash flow in the second half of the year “We are commercializing our new Made in America ingot and wafer products this year,” Schlesinger said “We have committed customers for 100% of our capacity available in 2025 and 80% of our capacity for the next five years.” While other companies and industries are adjusting their earnings forecasts for the year due to recent tariffs the current levies are not significant for Corning due to stronger demand for their U.S.-made products and in life sciences are seeking to leverage our U.S “And we expect to close and potentially announce commercial agreements in the coming months.” Corning has taken further action to keep production in the U.S Last month, the company announced a partnership with solar component manufacturers Suniva and Heliene to develop a U.S producing solar modules domestically made with polysilicon Corning will supply the wafers while Hemlock Semiconductor its joint venture with Japan-based Shin-Etsu Handotai will supply extremely pure polysilicon from its Hemlock Get the free daily newsletter read by industry experts The scheme would incentivize new gas and other “dispatchable” generation at the expense of renewables and batteries which constitute the vast majority of recent capacity additions in ERCOT California's state-run wildfire insurance fund was an industry-leading model Now investors and experts are voicing concerns about its potential collapse The free newsletter covering the top industry headlines Regency Glass, in collaboration with Corning Incorporated will soon launch a triple glazing solution that incorporates Corning’s ultra-thin architectural glass Regency Glass has made investments in personnel processes and technology to enhance the quality of its glazing solutions These investments include internal training programs expanded marketing resources and a brand-new website with features designed to benefit end users—focusing on the theme: “Glass for Your Home.” Today’s triple glazing performance hinges on several key factors: glass thickness Through extensive research and development and a strategic collaboration with Corning Regency achieved advancements across all these areas and looks to deliver a more cost-effective and advanced triple glazing solution for the UK market Manufactured on Corning’s fusion forming platform Corning‘s architectural glass has a 0.5 millimeter center pane of glass designed to be a drop-in solution that can withstand thermal stress and reduce breakage without the need for tempering in triple-glazed units This maximizes argon gas volume for superior thermal efficiency Corning’s architectural glass delivers a triple glazing solution that is up to 9 kilograms lighter per square meter This reduced weight equates to a 30% decrease from conventional triple-glazed units and only a 5% increase on conventional double-glazed units making installation easier and safer while maintaining durability and performance Through ongoing testing and regulatory reviews Regency Glass anticipates center-of-glass U-values for triple-glazed units incorporating Corning’s architectural glass in the range of 0.7 to 0.9 W/m²/K for a standard 28 millimeter unit ensuring enhanced energy efficiency for consumers by up to 35% compared to current 28 mm offerings Full testing results and compliance updates will be shared in due course “We are thrilled to lead the introduction of this product to the UK market by Q1 2026 Our development and planning are in advanced stages one of the world leaders in thin glass development marks a major milestone in our company’s history and a significant leap forward for the UK glazing industry,” says Regency Glass CEO “Collaborating with companies like Regency which share Corning’s strong commitment to innovation enables residents and business owners in the UK to enjoy a higher quality of life with more comfortable and energy efficient spaces at home and work,” says Senior Vice President © National Glass Association. All Rights Reserved. Privacy Policy People were challenged to climb the tallest building in the Capital Region to help raise money for cancer research Participants climbed 42 flights of stairs at the Corning Tower in downtown Albany on Sunday This physically challenging event is a fundraiser for the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society The proceeds will go towards blood cancer research NewsChannel 13’s Chris Onorato served as emcee The station representative that can assist any person with disabilities with issues related to the content of the public file is Brittany Moroukian. She can be contacted at bmoroukian@wnyt.com or 518-207-4710 Owens Corning Leads Sustainable Insulation Solutions in Europe's Expanding Fiberglass Market All 5 Releases NASCAR icon Kyle Petty will bring his 29th Annual Charity Ride Across America to Corning next week which raises money for Victory Junction—a camp for children with serious medical conditions—will feature Kyle’s father the event has raised over $21 million since its inception Fans can greet the riders at the Radisson in Corning on May 7 No tickets are required to attend this heartfelt celebration Kyle Petty emphasized that the ride honors his late son and helps bring smiles to children facing tough health battles keeping Adam’s spirit alive through their joy Get the latest headlines delivered to your inbox each morning. Sign up for our Morning Edition to start your day. FL1 on the Go! Download the free FingerLakes1.com App for iOS (iPhone, iPad) FingerLakes1.com is the region’s leading all-digital news publication. The company was founded in 1998 and has been keeping residents informed for more than two decades. Have a lead? Send it to [email protected]. Can the best burgers in New York state be found in Corning The New York Beef Council believes that may be the case Two Steuben County restaurants, R&M and Butcher’s Son, have both made the New York Beef Council’s Top 10 finalists in the 9th Annual Best NY Burgers Competition R&M and Butcher's Son are each located on West Market Street in Corning's Gaffer District Both restaurants have a reputation for great burgers and have made the Top 10 list before “I think this competition is a good thing,” said Robert Pierri whose father started the restaurant nearly 50 years ago “We’ve been in this competition several times and won it in 2016 Pierri said appearing in the competition highlights the restaurant's popular burger options increases business at R&M and helps the restaurant draw customers said being in the Beef Council’s Top 10 is a great accomplishment regardless of who ultimately wins the title of best burger in the state “We have been in the Top 10 a couple of times now Our burgers have kind of become one of the staples and a highlight of our restaurant.”  Director of Consumer Engagement at the New York Beef Council said the Top 10 finalists are selected based on public votes and represent a diverse range of restaurants across the state Each has impressed burger lovers with exceptional flavor “These finalists represent the very best in burger craftsmanship across New York,” Claudio said “Their dedication to sourcing quality beef and delivering incredible dining experiences is truly commendable.”  Ale & Angus, Syracuse Bens Fresh, Port Jervis Brewer Union, Brewerton Butcher’s Son, Corning Get Smashed, Syracuse Matteson Hotel, Ilion R&M, Corning Roosters, Utica Tap It Bar and Grill, Rochester Wendy's Diner, Cassville More: Southern Tier Business Expo at LECOM Event Center: What to know about 2025 event Claudio said the final phase of the competition is now underway A panel of anonymous judges will visit each finalist to evaluate their burgers based on taste Their scores will determine the ultimate 2025 Best NY Burger with the winner announced on May 12 at the State Capitol during the May Beef Month Proclamation All 5 Releases WETM - MyTwinTiers.com Sold-out fundraiser in Corning raises money for CareFirstNY Elmira Heights fundraiser supports high school student diagnosed with cancer New York State budget includes ban on cell phone use in schools Bath man arrested on felony charge after domestic incident in the village Multiple people in custody after police standoff in Horseheads Nursing students face chemical explosion scenario in Corning Community College mass casualty drill NYS STOP-DWI to offer prom ride to high school students Pennsylvania man arrested on drug charges in Chemung County Elmira woman sentenced for selling meth in Bradford County (WENY) - NASCAR legend Kyle Petty is set to make a special stop in Corning next week as part of his 29th Annual Charity Ride Across America This highly anticipated event brings together celebrities all united for a meaningful cause: raising money for Victory Junction Victory Junction is a camp founded in honor of Kyle Petty’s late son The camp provides life-changing experiences for children with serious medical conditions offering them a chance to enjoy activities and create memories in a safe and supportive environment This year’s Charity Ride will cover an impressive 1,400 miles in just seven days raising over $21 million and helping send thousands of children to Victory Junction The Twin Tiers community will have the unique opportunity to be part of this inspiring journey Fans are invited to welcome Kyle Petty and the riders during their stop in Corning on Wednesday The event will take place at the Radisson in Corning and attendees are encouraged to arrive early to greet the riders as they arrive around 3:45 PM For more information about the event and its mission, visit www.kylepettycharityride.com Kyle Petty has expressed how much this event means to him as it continues to make a difference in the lives of children and their families "We started the ride for children's charities we built a camp Victory Junction and since 2000 it gave us a purpose to go out to raise funds to help send more and more kids to camp Camp is totally free to all kids that come It's a camp for children with chronic illnesses and serious medical needs so it's a special group of kids that are near and dear to my heart So we ride motorcycles so that we can send more kids to camp And I tell people all the time when these kids come to camp and they leave and they've got that Adam Petty smile on their face I know Adam's still here with us So that's how you keep that spirit alive." Don’t miss this chance to witness a legendary NASCAR figure and his team of riders as they make a pit stop in Corning for a cause that truly changes lives N.Y (WENY) -- Pines in Corning was filled with people and florals for CareFirstNY's first Brunch In Bloom: Sip Guests were able to honor their loved ones while also helping the nonprofit continue to make a difference for families in the Southern Tier While the gathering serves as a brunch for guests to enjoy Organizers say it's about bringing the community together with fellowship and a purpose -- supporting those facing some of life's toughest moments "We always say that we want people to know us before they need us," said Kate Fuller the marketing and communications specialist for CareFirstNY and a lot of people have a really big misconception that hospice is always focused on death We're here to say that it's really about providing people the experience and the ability to enjoy the remaining days that they have to their fullest." CareFirstNY serves around 85 to 90 families each day in Chemung The nonprofit is known for providing hospice care they also provide life-affirming care services like grief support counseling and mental health counseling every thing that we can do for our patients and their families makes a difference," said Alexis Lake so we care about the family members as well and supporting them through this very vulnerable CareFirstNY organized its first brunch in bloom Over 100 people helped raise money through live auctions the organization raised nearly $10,000 in donations and ticket sales All for the same organization that helped them and their loved ones in a time of need what support you really need," said Megan Guzylak a member of the board of directors for CareFirstNY who kind of pushed me in the direction of CareFirst with our grief support services in which I had grief support for over six months." Tali Sutton, the former CEO of CareFirstNY, passed away after an unexpected medical emergency back in February Not only did Brunch In Bloom recognize local families in need who was instrumental in making the new CareFirst event happen "This was sort of her brainchild," said Fuller "This was something that she was really looking forward to so it's a little bit of a bittersweet moment today but we were really just looking to create an event where the community could come in just have a really nice celebration and we know that she's here in spirit with us today." Several attendees say CareFirstNY has offered comfort While Sunday's brunch serves as a fundraiser for the nonprofit organizers say it's truly about honoring their mission and the people behind it For anyone who wants to learn more about CareFirstNY or utilize their resources you can call the organization at 607-962-3100 The CareFirstNY team is available on-call and for care 24/7 Please enable JS and disable any ad blocker People climbed all 42 flights of stairs at the Corning Tower in downtown Albany This physically-challenging event is a fundraiser for the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society Organizers told us how climbing dozens of flights of stairs can be compared to a battle with cancer People across upstate New York participated in marches, rallies and protests Thursday for May Day Binghamton and Corning residents celebrated wins for workers in the area Labor leaders and community members were in downtown Ithaca for a May Day march and celebration Rallygoers gathered at Dewitt Park for speeches and performances There has been significant union activity in the Ithaca area over the past year Multiple unions renegotiated their contracts the union that represents graduate student workers at the university Maggie Foster was one of the bargaining members that secured the deal “It means working together to stand up against injustices and it means standing side by side in coalition with people who are different from me and people who aren't in the same industry as I am but ideally working together to fight the power,” Foster said A few Ithaca unions are currently in the midst of negotiations One of them is the Ithaca Teachers Association so I teach my students about the history of May Day about how unions formed to resist horrible working conditions like the eight-hour workday and the weekend,” she said The union is currently negotiating for better family leave policies more time to prepare for their classes during the workday and wage increases to help match Ithaca’s rising cost of living and is particularly grateful for its protections at this current moment in history She said a recent negotiating win for the union is an assurance that the district will protect educators whose curriculum includes “controversial” subjects “We are all really proud to work at a social justice-oriented district that really cares about things like racial justice,” Rojer said “That's not something that the current federal administration cares about they would like to punish teachers for doing that.” The Trump administration has tried to ban diversity, equity and inclusion efforts in schools and has promised to go after what he calls “radical indoctrination.” Many rally attendees carried signs protesting recent Trump administration actions like cuts to federal funding for science research the firing of federal workers and aggressive deportations labor leaders and activists marked May Day as well gathering for a rally in the city’s downtown A crowd assembled at the Peacemaker’s Stage and along the Court Street Bridge They criticized recent funding cuts by the Trump administration and efforts to revoke collective bargaining rights for federal workers Binghamton resident Debra Wilson said she came to the rally to protest recent cuts by the federal government including the elimination of funding for the AmeriCorps program She said she has voted for Republicans and Democrats and sees the backlash to funding cuts as nonpartisan “I'm out here because I very much dislike the behaviors and the attitude follow [Trump] is so against every teaching in the Gospel,” Wilson said “I have little grandchildren I want to see grow up with freedoms and with rights and I'm seeing it being taken away right before my very eyes.” Barb Mullen is co-leader of Indivisible Binghamton She said the group chose to gather at the Peacemaker’s Stage because it commemorates the deaths of 31 workers at the Binghamton Clothing Company fire in 1913 She said worker safety protections are “under attack.” “We have a responsibility to remain in solidarity with labor as the current administration continues to fire federal employees who are unionized and ignore their civil service rights,” Mullen said Brendan McGovern is president of the Binghamton chapter of United University Professions a union which represents faculty and staff at Binghamton University He is also an officer at the Broome County Federation of Labor McGovern referenced efforts to revoke collective bargaining rights for federal employees and rollbacks to worker protections “And we're out here to make sure that those rights are sustained Broome County Republican Chairman Benji Federman responded to the May Day protests and rallies in a statement released Thursday “These protests are nothing more than an attempt to score political points and distract from Kathy Hochul's affordability crisis as Southern Tier families and businesses pocket less money,” Federman wrote “Local Democrats and their out-of-touch allies should put down the sloppy handmade signs and work honestly with local Republicans to make life better for the people who live here." Hundreds of people showed up Thursday evening in downtown Corning for a rally organized by the Indivisible Elmira-Corning chapter “The Trump administration has reduced workers’ wages threatened workers’ retirement savings by destabilizing the global economy and gutted government offices that administer fundamental programs covering millions of people in the United States like Social Security and Medicare," Louise Richardson with Indivisible Elmira-Corning wrote in an email statement "Hard working Americans deserve a government that respects and supports them not a handful of self-serving billionaires There were many people from around the area who spoke during the rally about labor policy issues within the Trump administration as well as tariff concerns Local small business owner Dany Hindycz spoke to the May Day crowd Hindycz said that in his particular business of tabletop games there is a long lead time to create and launch a new product He said his latest project was ordered last fall—two months before the elections and with no consideration of imposed tariffs on foreign markets exporting to the U.S has three pallets of product sitting at a factory with no way to afford the tens of thousands of dollars in additional costs to retrieve them for the mass production of tabletop games such as those he creates and sells at his shop in Corning “The chaotic manner in which the tariffs were implemented make it virtually impossible to plan,” said Hindycz He said companies like his were unable to pivot because there was no advanced warning about the tariffs “Board games are a microcosm of how virtually every small business operates,” said Hindycz We aren't ordering anything due to the unpredictability which means lost sales for our suppliers." Hindycz added that he would like the Trump administration to know that if they “believe tariffs will work implement them with a coherent plan in place.” his company is honoring its current obligations but “beyond that a Public Employees Federation representative said that unions are under attack at the federal level She provided the following statement: “We know that union jobs are safer jobs Unions help workers to fight for health and safety standards on the job New York State workers provide critical services to our communities that if lost would truly hurt the community as a whole.” a retired Social Security claims representative and Social Security advocate Citizens for a Better Southern Tier provided support for the event You are using an outdated browser. Please upgrade your browser or activate Google Chrome Frame to improve your experience Corning reported it will add 400 jobs and contribute domestically produced wafers to the U.S Corning's manufacturing facility in Hemlock a material science innovator specializing in glass announced that it is increasing capacity of solar wafers produced in its plant in Hemlock and we’re excited to expand our footprint here by increasing our investment and creating more advanced manufacturing jobs that pay significantly above the regional media,” said Wendell P In January Corning announced the construction of a new Hemlock Semiconductor manufacturing facility This announcement is for a new Corning facility Corning vice president and general manager of solar and chairman and CEO of Hemlock Semiconductor told pv magazine USA While Corning does not typically disclose capacity of its plants Ghosh said that the new advanced manufacturing facility will be the largest of its kind in the United States “We will commercialize our made-in-America wafers in the second half of this year,” Ghosh said “The market response is strong and we have committed customers for 100% of available 2025 capacity and 80% for the next five years.” Corning reported that its new manufacturing facility is expected to create approximately 400 new Recently Corning joined Suniva and Heliene in announcing what is reportedly the first domestically produced polysilicon solar module Corning will produce the wafer at its Hemlock Suniva will produce the cells in Georgia and Heliene will produce the modules in Minnesota our companies offer the only solar cell in the market that provides U.S developers maximum ITC domestic content advantage – while building a domestic supply chain that provides for American energy independence and a strong manufacturing base,” said Matt Card Corning announced its Q1 2025 results exceeded guidance with sales growing 13% year over year and earnings per share (EPS) grew three times faster The company said in a release that it expects continued strong year-over-year growth in Q2 with core sales of approximately $3.85 billion and core EPS “again growing significantly faster than sales to a range of $0.55 to $0.59.” “We’re well positioned to maintain momentum despite a dynamic external environment because our growth is underpinned by powerful secular trends that are underway today,” Weeks said we’re seeing remarkable customer response to both our innovations for [Generative] AI data centers and our U.S.-made solar products and we are accelerating our production ramps for both.” This article was amended on 4/30/25 to clarify that the new wafer facility is a Corning plant More articles from Anne Fischer Please be mindful of our community standards and website in this browser for the next time I comment Δdocument.getElementById( "ak_js_1" ).setAttribute( "value" By submitting this form you agree to pv magazine using your data for the purposes of publishing your comment Your personal data will only be disclosed or otherwise transmitted to third parties for the purposes of spam filtering or if this is necessary for technical maintenance of the website Any other transfer to third parties will not take place unless this is justified on the basis of applicable data protection regulations or if pv magazine is legally obliged to do so You may revoke this consent at any time with effect for the future in which case your personal data will be deleted immediately your data will be deleted if pv magazine has processed your request or the purpose of data storage is fulfilled Further information on data privacy can be found in our Data Protection Policy pv magazine USA offers daily updates of the latest photovoltaics news We also offer comprehensive global coverage of the most important solar markets worldwide up to date information delivered straight to your inbox Δdocument.getElementById( "ak_js_2" ).setAttribute( "value" Δdocument.getElementById( "ak_js_3" ).setAttribute( "value" Welcome to pv magazine USA. This site uses cookies. Read our policy. × The cookie settings on this website are set to "allow cookies" to give you the best browsing experience possible If you continue to use this website without changing your cookie settings or you click "Accept" below then you are consenting to this Close The Josh Palmer Fund an organization named after an Elmira man who fought and won a life or death battle against cancer reached a milestone recently in its effort to help other cancer patients The fund was launched 25 years ago to support local cancer patients and their families In conjunction with the Women in Pink (WINK) Foundation and with significant support from the Southern Tier of New York and Northern Tier of Pennsylvania the organizations donated a total of $99,000 this year alone to support cancer-related causes throughout the region Josh Palmer was an Elmira Southside High School graduate and sports standout looking forward to playing college football He was a freshman at Alfred University when he was diagnosed in March 1999 with Hodgkin's disease a rare form of cancer that attacks the lymph cells Palmer underwent six months of chemotherapy and three months of radiation treatment He went on to finish his education and graduated from Mansfield University in 2002 the Josh Palmer Fund has remained dedicated to the fight against cancer and to standing beside local families in their most difficult moments,” Palmer said of the recent milestone "Partnering with WINK has allowed us to expand that impact even further and we are incredibly proud of what we’ve been able to accomplish together." Five recipients benefited from Palmer Fund support this year The Josh Palmer Fund and WINK plan to continue working together on initiatives that uplift and empower those facing cancer in the community Follow Jeff Murray on X (Twitter) @SGJeffMurray To get unlimited access to the latest news please subscribe or activate your digital account today (WENY) -- A healthcare workers union and Guthrie Corning Hospital have reached a tentative agreement on a new clerical employees and technicians at the healthcare provider the tentative agreement was reached Wednesday around 10 p.m. just two hours before the previous deal was set to expire Officials say a mediator was brought in during negotiations on Monday “After a long and difficult few days the union and management have come to a tentative 3-year agreement. We will now present this agreement to the membership for ratification,” said Peggy Clarkson Union members will vote to ratify the new contract on Tuesday Details on the agreement have yet to be released but hospital workers were asking for improved staffing Give today to support the programs you rely on The current three-year labor contract for 450 health care workers at Corning Hospital expires on April 30 competitive wages and quality affordable health insurance coverage Hospital workers are represented by the 1199SEIU United Healthcare Workers East Contract negotiations have been dragging since talks began in March “Management's rejected a lot of our proposals,” said Ville “We've made proposals mainly regarding short staffing and trying to improve staffing levels Trying to make them competitive with area facilities with what they're offering so that they're not leading their staff to other facilities in the area.” Last week union members at Corning Hospital overwhelmingly voted to authorize an informational picket in order to raise community awareness about the dispute with their employer Members can picket outside the facility during breaks and before and after work hours union representatives said they are still negotiating and will not picket unless talks become stagnant Corning Hospital is the only unionized facility in the Guthrie system Peggy Clarkson works in the emergency room and is the union chair She said competitive wages are necessary to recruit and retain staff and it's been the same story for everywhere else,” said Clarkson and it is because the younger folks are constantly looking to see where they're going to be making more money or the fact that we're a rural community and they're young and they want to look for where there's more things to do in the community.” Clarkson started with Corning Hospital in 1972 She has been involved with union contract negotiations since workers unionized in 1996 Guthrie sent WSKG the following statement in an email: “Guthrie values and appreciates the dedication and hard work of all our caregivers Our shared goal is to create a work environment that is fair We are currently in active and constructive discussions with union leadership and remain hopeful that we can reach a mutually beneficial agreement We are confident that with continued dialogue we are committed to ensuring the continuity of care for our patients and the support of all our staff.” Union representatives are hoping to finalize a new three-year contract before the current contract ends Wednesday Ville said there are three back-to-back negotiation sessions scheduled to begin Monday with a federal mediator from the Federal Mediation and Conciliation Service (FMCS) agency The mediator will join remotely instead of onsite due to cutbacks at the agency In March, the FMCS was marked by the Elon Musk Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) in an Executive Order by the Trump administration for elimination to the “maximum extent consistent with applicable law” by reducing its functions and personnel According to the agency’s website the FMCS was created nearly 80 years ago and is an “independent federal agency that plays a crucial role in sustaining the American economy by preventing and resolving work stoppages and labor disputes.” It works with employers and unions in the public and private sectors The 1199SEIU United Healthcare Workers East is made up of 400,000 nurses and caregivers across Massachusetts Workers who are represented by the union at Corning Hospital include housekeeping aids an India-based holding group that operates a diverse portfolio of companies primarily serving the industrial sector have signed a definitive agreement for the sale of Owens Corning’s glass fiber reinforcements business to Praana Group (through its subsidiaries) at an enterprise value of $755,000,000 This sale is a part of Owens Corning’s strategic plan to reshape the company to focus on residential and commercial building products in North America and Europe The company mentioned its initiative to explore alternatives for this business in March 2024 Owens Corning’s glass fiber reinforcements business part of the company’s Composites segment fabricates and sells fiberglass reinforcement for a wide variety of applications in wind energy The business generated revenue of approximately $1.1 billion in 2024 and has ~4,000 employees across a global footprint that includes 18 operations in 12 countries “After a comprehensive review of strategic alternatives the Owens Corning Board concluded that a sale of the business to the Praana Group supports the company’s strategic plan and results in the greatest overall value to its shareholders,” says Brian Chambers Owens Corning chair and CEO. “I want to thank the glass [fiber] reinforcements team for their continued focus on operating safely and helping customers win and grow in the market.” Chambers notes that the transaction strengthens Owens Corning into a more focused along with the company’s strategic initiatives and investments over the past several years will drive Owen Corning’s further profit growth “The glass fiber reinforcement business is highly competitive and is poised for growth in the medium to long run especially on account of the global push toward adoption of clean energy reduction of carbon footprint andmaterial substitution,” says executive board member of Praana Group “This strategic acquisition will grow our footprint in glass [fiber] reinforcements with new geographies broaden the scope of our operations and enhance our ability to deliver solutions that contribute to global efforts for a more sustainable and efficient future It will also strengthen Praana Group’s competitiveness and operational efficiencies in glass fiber reinforcements for composites for the industrial sector.” The sale will complete Owens Corning’s review of strategic alternatives for the business announced in early 2024 The transaction is expected to close in 2025 and is subject to customary regulatory approvals and other conditions Owens Corning will retain the other businesses within its Composites segment These include the company’s vertically integrated glass nonwovens business that supports its Roofing segment and other building productscustomers these businesses will operate within Owens Corning’s Roofing segment Owens Corning’s two glass melting plants in the U.S. which provide glass fibers to make nonwovens products will operate and be integrated within its Insulation segment Global law firm Greenberg Traurig LLP is representing Praana Group as deal counsel led by New York Corporate Shareholders Kal Das Namoury and includes London Banking & Financial Services Practice Shareholder Luke Lado The companies aim to produce a module made with polysilicon Corning is currently building a $900 million solar component manufacturing plant in Richland Township which will be operated under its subsidiary The plant is making “excellent progress” and it’s ramping up hiring for more than 1,000 jobs The facility is expected to begin operations by year’s end, the Corning Leader reported last month With Corning and Hemlock Semiconductor in the picture the solar cells will be produced with up to 66% domestic-made content and allow consumers to benefit from the investment tax credit “This marks a major milestone in the process of onshoring the U.S solar supply chain and is especially timely given the tariff announcements from the Trump administration [last] week,” Pochtaruk said Suniva and Heliene struck a strategic sourcing deal last March, in which they would use each other’s materials to make crystalline photovoltaic solar modules that qualify for a 10% domestic content bonus investment tax credit Heliene has been making supply agreements focused on “Made-in-America” solar manufacturing as well as avoiding obstacles such as President Donald Trump’s on-again, off-again tariffs The company expanded its manufacturing and assembly line at its Mountain Iron facility and is building a joint solar cell facility in the Minneapolis – St An earlier version of this story mislabeled Corning It has been updated to reflect that Corning is a semiconductor materials supplier Amkor and GlobalFoundries were among the semiconductor companies that saw a dip in automotive chip orders in Q1 Drugmakers have been slow to adopt the production process which experts say can streamline operations boost data quality and reduce time to market Subscribe to Manufacturing Dive for top news Want to share a company announcement with your peers is moving forward with a $315 million expansion project in New York state's North Country as it deepens its ties to the semiconductor industry U.S. Senator Chuck Schumer announced Thursday that Corning Inc. and the Department of Commerce have finalized a CHIPS award of up to $32 million to help expand Corning's glass manufacturing operation in Canton Schumer said the move locks in the funding needed to increase production of Corning's specialized glass which is vital to the semiconductor industry The expansion is expected to create up to 130 new manufacturing jobs and over 175 union construction jobs The move comes as the Biden Administration looks to lock in funding for a variety of projects in the days before President Donald Trump returns to the White House "Today the feds have signed the deal to say America’s future in glass for the semiconductor industry should be made in Canton 300-plus job investment can move forward knowing the funding will be secured for them no matter the administration." The Department of Commerce will disburse the funds over the coming years as Corning meets agreed upon project milestones “This strategic investment will advance the continued growth of our Canton facility enabling us to expand the production of advanced optics components while creating good-paying manufacturing jobs that will support the development of the world's most advanced microchips," said Corning Inc who thanked Schumer for his "relentless dedication" in strengthening America's domestic semiconductor supply chain Corning's expanded plant in Canton will increase the production of High Purity Fused Silica and Ultra Low Expansion Glass which are key components of deep ultraviolet (DUV) and extreme ultraviolet (EUV) lithography machines and photomasks DUV and EUV technology are essential to semiconductor manufacturing Corning's Canton facility has developed into a world leader in the production of specialized glasses ideal for advanced microchip production It is the only location in the country making this critical product “The specialized glass made right here in Canton is used in some of the most advanced machinery in the world critical to making microchips we need for technology we use every day as well as to technology like AI,” Schumer said “This finalized agreement is a win-win: for the North Country and America.”  Corning previously announced a $139 million expansion in the Rochester area in support of optic technology critical to microchip manufacturing More 'A public dog park isn't suitable for every dog': Finger Lakes park offers privacy, safety is one of the largest industrial employers in the North Country which represents Corning’s glass-making workforce at the Canton facility and will represent applicable new workers Corning also plans to invest $300,000 per year for the duration of the project to support the St Lawrence County Childcare Training Program making it easier for employees to obtain childcare Work is on track for the completion of a new $900 million Corning Inc The facility is now expected to open by the end of 2025 creating around 1,100 jobs in Richland Township which will be geared towards producing components for the solar industry “Our facility is making excellent progress and we're ramping up hiring for more than 1,000 high-quality jobs,” said Scott Forester Division Vice President and Program Executive of Solar “This investment marks an important milestone for Corning Inc build a robust domestic supply chain for affordable We're proud to create good-paying manufacturing jobs and expand access to American-made energy solutions."  officials said in the coming months the company will share more on how the investment fits into the larger company strategy Michigan is supporting the project with incentives through the Michigan Strategic Fund totaling over $100 million Starting wages at the plant are expected to exceed the median wage for the region and employees will receive a comprehensive benefits package according to the Michigan Economic Development Corporation Michigan Gov. Gretchen Whitmer said in early 2024 that Corning Inc chose to locate the facility in Michigan over competing sites in the Midwest and Northeast Michigan's workforce talent pool and commitment to onshoring critical clean energy supply chains were cited as factors also has a chemical processing facility in Hemlock Michigan involved in the semiconductor and solar industries The new Saginaw County facility will be dedicated to the creation of U.S.-made solar components capitalizing on Corning Inc.'s capabilities in materials science New York-headquartered company is undertaking the up to $900 million project on behalf of its wholly owned subsidiary More: Corning Inc. reduces job cuts expected at Erwin Plant, commitment to area 'unwavering' Corning Inc. is also moving forward with a $315 million expansion project at its facility in Canton The expansion is expected to create up to 130 new manufacturing jobs and grow production of specialized glass vital to the semiconductor industry Corning Inc. recently reported fourth-quarter results with record core sales of $3.9 billion The chocolate maker's Advancing Agility and Automation Initiative leans on digitization to boost visibility and optimize manufacturing and procurement The state’s Smackover Formation region may contain up to 19 million tons of the critical mineral more than enough to meet projected global demand in 2030 Subscribe to Supply Chain Dive for top news and solar cells maximize North American-sourced content (up to 66%) domestic market with what they call “the only solar module made with polysilicon wafers and cells manufactured in the United States” Corning is to supply the wafers and, as the majority owner of Hemlock Semiconductor (HSC) sourcing HSC’s hyper-pure polysilicon for the groundbreaking initiative Both the wafers and polysilicon are made in Michigan meaning that American-made solar components form the foundation of the module The new component contains a solar cell with up to 66 percent U.S.-sourced content – said to be the highest percentage on the market – offering solar systems developers an advantage through the U.S. Investment Tax Credit domestic content bonus (“ITC”) “Corning is excited to leverage our advanced manufacturing expertise to deliver top-quality solar components and secure the U.S Corning Vice President and General Manager of Solar Technologies and Chairman and CEO of Hemlock Semiconductor developers maximum ITC domestic content advantage – while building a domestic supply chain that provides for American energy independence and a strong manufacturing base.” “This partnership is a significant milestone for the U.S we are able to deliver not only a high-performance module but also support the domestic economy and American job creation.” Corning wants to help operators meet demand for more fiber to satiate data center needs for AI-capable network capacity. The vendor launched GlassWorks AI to assist telcos in building out the dense optical infrastructure required to support data center graphical processing units (GPUs) the product set includes Corning’s new Contour Flow Cable which can fit double the fiber into existing cable diameters More and more of Corning’s customers want dense micro-ducts for their data center interconnect (DCI) route because they enable faster deployments at a lower cost data center market development director at Corning,  “Increasing network density is every bit as critical outside the data center as it is inside,” Rhoney told Fierce  “Whether installing fiber in existing ducts or new ducts our customers want to maximize fiber capacity as it will provide room for future scalable growth at a modest incremental first-install cost." Alongside high-density cables and optical hardware which allow operators to connect multiple fibers simultaneously in a compact space This is important as server and switch rack space “must be optimized to accommodate the additional fiber interconnects required by AI servers,” Rhoney added The move also addresses a key challenge in the data center industry — the “rapidly growing” size of AI clusters AI clusters have already expanded from a few thousand GPUs per cluster to “hundreds of thousands,” she said and the future could potentially see “a million GPUs per cluster.” And as GPU numbers go up the number of data center interconnects “will scale exponentially.” they need to be largely distributed across multiple data centers and across different regions,” Boujelbene explained “This means the challenge extends beyond intra-data center interconnects to inter-data center interconnects as well.” Data centers are already power-constrained and make extensive use of copper. 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call Corning my home since 1992 and I am proud to be part of this community and it is also home to innovative technology and a flourishing arts scene I will work hard to ensure that our community continues to build on these strengths and to thrive.”  Walker currently serves as chair of the Corning Comprehensive Plan Update Committee which is in place to establish long-term goals and strategies for the city by gathering expertise and ideas from a wide variety of stakeholders and leaders Walker is running for mayor in order to improve housing options and increase citizen participation She also plans to improve access to the city’s park system by resolving issues that currently prevent usage and by improving walkability and bike ability overall “Because I’ve been entrusted with responsible positions I understand what it means to face challenges and exercise forward-thinking leadership,” said Walker “I am ready for a new role in service as Corning’s mayor.”  Walker has Mayor Bill Boland's endorsementWalker is the only candidate to announce her intention to run for the Corning City Mayoral position in the upcoming November general election supports and endorses Pam Walker’s candidacy “Putting herself forward to serve as mayor is completely in line with her long history of unselfish service in the community directing a Boy Scout Day camp or Chairing the City of Corning’s Comprehensive Plan update I can say from the experience of working with her Pam is already doing a fine job for the City of Corning I’m certain she will do a great job as Mayor.”  More: Corning's 'iconic' Denison Park Gateway Arch in 'horrible disrepair'. Can city save it? Walker has been a board member for the Southeast Steuben County Library She has volunteered for a wide range of organizations including the Five Rivers Council of the Boy Scouts of America First Congregational United Church of Christ and Carder Elementary Parent Teacher Association Walker started her teaching career as an assistant at Frederick Carder Elementary School and taught English at the Alternative School for Math and Science for the last 13 years She was also the Executive Director of the Literacy Volunteers of the Central Southern Tier The breadth of my service means I know the community and the issues we face.”  Walker was Chief Senior Planner for Brevard County in Florida She also worked as a city planner for the City of Seal Beach Culture Canna Co. recently debuted on Corning’s Market Street becoming the first legal marijuana enterprise to open in Steuben County Culture Canna ownership has been encouraged by the early customer response to the business “It’s been very good,” said Mark Kamandulis who co-owns Culture Canna along with Matthew Coley It’s been very consistent and busy since we opened March 19 will have an official grand opening celebration sometime in April “We were reached out to by the Corning Chamber of Commerce about doing a ribbon cutting,” Kamandulis said The owners said they are very familiar with the cannabis industry and are excited to bring the new venture to Corning's Market Street Cannabis products include flowers of multiple strains at various price points “Being closed on Sunday is something that the city requested,” Kamandulis said “Obviously we are trying to do this to be in tune with what the city desires as much as possible.”    More: Does Steuben Sheriff's Office need more deputies on road patrol? Legislature eyes study The Corning City Council voted 4-3 in late 2021 to opt-in on allowing marijuana dispensaries but unanimously voted to opt-out of allowing on-site consumption lounge sites within the city