Economy
Economy
New Study: Opioid Crisis Cost US Economy $631B Over 4 Years
WASHINGTON – The opioid crisis cost the U.S. economy $631 billion from 2015 through last year — and it may keep getting more expensive, according to a study released Tuesday by the Society of Actuaries. …
Economy
Results Of Ripley Gateway Center Study To Be Announced
RIPLEY – Chautauqua County Executive George Borrello announced Wednesday that he and key project partners will be discussing the final results of the New York Gateway Center at Ripley Market Study and Concept Plan on Friday, …
Business
Economy Added 136,000 Jobs In September
WASHINGTON – American hiring is still strong amid signs the global economy is slowing. The United States added 136,000 jobs in September. The unemployment rate was at 3.5 percent. That’s nearly a 50-year low. The …
Economy
Consumer Watch: Interest Rates Cut Again
WASHINGTON – For the second time in two months the Federal Reserve is lowering interest rates The impact on your wallet will depend on if you are looking to borrow money or increase your savings. …
Economy
Consumer Watch: Oil Prices Spike After Attack On Global Supply
WASHINTON – An attack on a major global supplier of oil is having a major impact on gas prices here at home. U.S. oil prices had their biggest spike in a decade following this weekend’s …
Economy
Jamestown Gas Prices Decline
JAMESTOWN – Gas prices in the Jamestown area have fallen. According to statistics from AAA and GasBuddy.com, Western New York’s average price for a gallon of regular gasoline has dropped three cents to $2.71. In …
Economy
U.S. Economy Added 130,000 Jobs In August
WASHINGTON – The United State’s job market is looking strong. Employers added 130-thousand jobs in August. Wages are also up 3.2 percent. Unemployment stayed the same at 3.7 percent. For 107 months straight, the economy …
Economy
Consumer Watch: Labor Day Travel Expectations
WESTERN NEW YORK – It’s considered the unofficial end of summer, and whether you’re flying to your Labor Day destination or driving there, prepare for large crowds. According to Trip Advisor, 61-percent of those traveling …
Economy
Consumer Watch: Gas Demand At All-Time High
WASHINGTON – The demand for gasoline has hit an all-time high. A spokesperson from AAA says when demand goes up, gas prices typically go with it as supply is driven lower. “At the end of …
Economy
County Executive, Partners To Discuss Hops And Grains Facility Study Findings
MAYVILLE – Chautauqua County Executive George Borrello and key project partners will be discussing the findings of the recent Hops and Grains Processing Facility Study on Wednesday from 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. in the Legislative …
