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Empire State Development (ESD) today announced that construction has started on the first phase of the Meadows at Yaphank – a 322-acre walkable, pedestrian-friendly, neighborhood-style development that will include retail shops, restaurants, office space, parks and open space, as well as 850 housing units. The $400 million project, which is located across from Brookhaven National Laboratory in the town of Brookhaven, is expected to create more than 2,600 permanent, full-time jobs at businesses in the development.

Empire State Development (ESD) today announced that Angry Orchard Cider Company officially broke ground on construction of its new cidery, tasting room, and hard cider research-and-development center, at its 60-acre apple orchard in the village of Walden, Orange County. New York State Department of Agriculture and Markets Commissioner Richard A. Ball joined Angry Orchard and local and community leaders in raising a glass in celebration of the new facility.

Empire State Development (ESD), Buffalo Niagara Enterprise (BNE) and TROVE Predictive Data Science today announced a significant expansion that will result in a $3.3 million investment and creation of 36 new high-tech, high-paying jobs.

“Spring begins this week, and now is the ideal time for the renewal and redevelopment of the Monterey Shock site,” said ESD President, CEO & Commissioner Howard Zemsky. “This RFP will generate new employment opportunity and spur investment in Schuyler County, which is known for its natural beauty, access to the Watkins Glen State Park, and world-famous wines and spirits.”

With its large size and location in the heart of downtown Albany, the project site offers a unique opportunity for major development in the city’s downtown urban core.