The Buffalo Niagara unemployment rate will be released on Tuesday afternoon by the state Labor Department, providing insight into the region’s employment landscape. With consistently low unemployment levels, the data will be closely watched by economists and policymakers.
In an effort to connect job seekers with potential employers, the state Labor Department will host a job fair in Jamestown on Thursday. The event will take place at the Jamestown Career Center and will run from 10 a.m. to noon. Attendees are advised to dress professionally and bring multiple copies of their resume.
Financial Institutions, the parent company of Five Star Bank based in Warsaw, will release its second-quarter earnings on Thursday after the market closes. The financial results will be of interest to investors and stakeholders in the banking industry.
Kaleida Health will present the 2024 Family Health Fair on Saturday at the Amherst Center for Senior Services. The event will feature over 70 organizations offering free health and wellness-focused services, including health screenings, vaccinations, and a prescription disposal service. Kaleida Health will provide healthcare resources and conduct blood and cholesterol screenings. The American Red Cross will also be present, offering free CPR training and hosting a blood drive.
In the realm of entrepreneurship, Launch NY will hold a virtual event on Thursday titled “A Founder’s Journey: Storytelling for Start-Ups.” The event aims to provide emerging entrepreneurs and start-up enthusiasts with insights and advice on effective communication of their vision, mission, and value proposition through engaging stories. The event will feature speakers with expertise in business development, strategic communications, public relations, and creative writing.
In other news, various developments and projects are taking place across the Buffalo Niagara region. KeyBank’s chairman and CEO, Chris Gorman, downplayed the likelihood of the bank acquiring another institution in the near future. Construction work at Ralph C. Wilson Jr. Park is progressing, with a much-anticipated bridge recently installed. A Tonawanda cannabis company owner claimed retaliation by state regulators, leading to an inspection. The state is easing restrictions on cannabis marketing. Additionally, there are updates on real estate developments, manufacturing projects, and expansions of businesses in the area.