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More Than a Charcuterie Board: A Mother and Daughter Build a Business Around Gathering.

The Bar Harbor Story is generously sponsored by Birch Bay Retirement Village. NORTHEAST HARBOR—Food’s ability to be a social cornerstone is one of the founding premises of one of Mount Desert Island’s newest, and perhaps most unique, endeavors in cuisine based catering. From intimate gatherings to large functions, Olive & Pearl creates charcuterie boards that can not only astound the tongue but also the eye. Many would agree that food can bring people together. In fact, culinary delights, and sometimes adventures, have been utilized as the centerpiece for social and business occasions of all kinds for centuries. Often times it even has the ability to start conversation, temper differences, and build new relationships. Settings can vary, from a multi-course sit down meal, a backyard barbecue, or a couple of bowls of chips and dip in front of a television, but the result can be the same. Humans come together, they share food, and the whole process is a catalyst for thought, communication, and a shared experience. Imagined and created by the mother and daughter team of Dr. Susan Scanlan (formerly MacCready) and Kayla Musetti, Olive & Pearl was started in June of this year and has been creating, delighting, and growing since. We gave the two an opportunity to answer some questions about themselves and their new venture. The love, passion, and pride for what they are doing and the fact that they are doing it as a mother and daughter team came through so strongly in their answers that we decided to present the question and answer session in its entirety. The Interview What did you do prior to Olive & Pearl? We’re a mother-daughter team, and food, family, and hospitality have always been a big part of our lives. Susan grew up in a large family in Pennsylvania, where the table was always at the center of everything. There were multiple dishes, little bites, stories, and plenty of conversation. Food was never simply about eating. It was about gathering, celebrating, and spending time together. After living in several Southern states, Susan relocated to Maine more than 20 years ago, and Maine has truly become home. She loves its sense of community, natural beauty, and connection to local food and makers. Professionally, Susan is a registered nurse and holds a doctorate in health administration. She has worked in a variety of clinical, nonclinical, and leadership roles and currently works as a faculty academic director. Building Olive & Pearl has been an exciting creative venture alongside her career. Kayla is also a registered nurse and works in the ambulatory surgery unit at Mount Desert Island Hospital. While healthcare is an important part of both of our professional lives, Olive & Pearl has given us an entirely different way to connect, collaborate, and create something together. Tell us about the business. Olive & Pearl is a mother-daughter charcuterie business centered around beautiful food, thoughtful presentation, and bringing people together. We create curated charcuterie boards designed for everything from intimate gatherings and dinner parties to weddings, showers, corporate events, boat days, and celebrations of all kinds. We think of our boards as more than food. They’re an experience and an invitation to gather, slow down, and enjoy time with the people around you. We’re intentional about quality ingredients, artful presentation, and personalization. Whenever possible, we also incorporate Maine-made and locally sourced products, including cheeses, jams, honey, seasonal produce, and baked goods. What inspired you to start Olive & Pearl? In many ways, Olive & Pearl grew out of something we had been doing our entire lives —bringing people together around food. We’ve always loved creating beautiful spreads for family and friends. There was something special about watching people gather around a table, graze, talk, laugh, and simply enjoy being together. Friends and family began telling us, “You should do this as a business,” and one day, we stopped laughing it off and started mapping it out. We realized we had an opportunity to combine our different strengths and create something that reflected what we both value: hospitality, creativity, quality, and connection. Charcuterie felt like the perfect expression of that. It’s beautiful and creative, but it’s also communal and approachable. At its heart, it brings us right back to where the idea began, a table filled with food and people gathered around it. Do you have a business partner(s)? Our business partner is each other! Olive & Pearl is truly a mother-daughter partnership, and building it together has been incredibly meaningful and sometimes hilarious! We know each other extremely well, which can be both a strength and, occasionally, a challenge. We have different personalities and strengths, but we’ve learned to lean into those differences and use them to our advantage. There’s a lot of trust between us, and we’ve learned how to communicate, collaborate, and occasionally laugh at ourselves along the way. We’re also building Olive & Pearl while continuing our careers in healthcare and education, so we’re taking things thoughtfully and growing the business one step at a time. We all have to start somewhere. One of the most rewarding parts has been having something that belongs to both of us. We get to learn from one another, celebrate the small wins together, and create something that we hope will become part of our family’s story for years to come. When exactly did you launch the business? Recently, in June 2026, we launched Olive & Pearl, turning an idea we had talked about for years into real business. It has been incredibly rewarding to watch something that started around our own family table and begin to find a place within the community. How is it going so far? How do you feel it has been received? It has been going very well, and we’ve been incredibly encouraged by how warmly Olive & Pearl has been received. As more people hear about us, our orders have continued to increase, and we’re seeing growing interest in boards for events and celebrations. It’s exciting to watch something that began as an idea between the two of us start to grow within the community. One of the most rewarding parts is hearing from customers after their events or seeing photos of our boards being enjoyed. Knowing that something we created became part of someone’s celebration is incredibly meaningful to us. Is there a brick-and-mortar location or is it all online? Olive & Pearl is currently an online business. We’re intentionally starting this way so we can build relationships with our customers, learn what they love, and grow thoughtfully. Our long-term dream, if the business continues to grow, is to eventually have a sit-down space where people can experience Olive & Pearl in person. Do you have any future plans if things go well/keep going well? Absolutely. For now, our focus is on continuing to grow Olive & Pearl, getting to know our customers, and becoming part of more celebrations and gatherings throughout the area. Long term, we would love to have our own physical space where people can come together and experience Olive & Pearl beyond the boards themselves. We can imagine a place that combines food, hospitality, creativity, and community. Ultimately, we want to build something that continues to grow while still feeling personal and connected to the people and community around us. Is there an aspect of the business that you really love? There are so many things we love about it, but the people and the connection are probably at the top of the list. We love creating something beautiful, but what really matters to us is what happens after we hand it over to the customer. We picture our boards on kitchen islands, at backyard gatherings, on boats, at weddings, or around a long dinner table—with people laughing, talking, and lingering a little longer. We also love the creative side. Every board is an opportunity to play with color, texture, shape, seasonality, and flavor. We don’t just want to fill a board, we want to curate an experience. And supporting local makers is especially meaningful to us. Whenever possible, we love incorporating Maine-made cheeses, local jams and honey, seasonal produce, and products from nearby bakeries and businesses. It allows us to showcase some of what makes Maine so special. Perhaps most importantly, we love doing this together. Building something as a mother and daughter has given us another way to spend time together, learn from one another, celebrate small wins, and create memories. Is there anything regarding any aspect of Olive & Pearl that you may think is important that is not reflected on the website? One thing that may not always come through online is just how personal this business is to us. Olive & Pearl isn’t something we created simply because charcuterie was popular. It grew very naturally from our family, our traditions, and the way we’ve always enjoyed gathering with people we love. There is a lot of heart behind every board. We think about the people who will be enjoying it, the occasion they’re celebrating, and how we can make the experience feel special. We also want people to know that we care deeply about supporting locals whenever possible. Using Maine products isn’t just about sourcing ingredients, it’s about telling a little story about where we live and the talented people who make and grow wonderful things here. Is there anything that we have not asked that you think is important/relevant that would like readers to know? We hope people see Olive & Pearl as more than just a charcuterie business. At its heart, it’s about gathering. Our goal is to make it easier for people to create those moments when everyone gathers around the table, conversations last a little longer, and people simply enjoy being together. We also hope people see the mother-daughter story behind the business. We’re building Olive & Pearl alongside our careers, one step at a time, and there is something incredibly special about creating a shared family legacy in the process. For us, success isn’t just about how many boards we make. It’s about becoming part of people’s special moments - birthdays, weddings, weekends with friends, quiet evenings at home, or a beautiful day on the Maine coast. If one of our boards helps people put down their phones, linger a little longer, laugh a little more, and enjoy the people around them, then we feel like we’ve done exactly what we set out to do. All photos courtesy of Olive & Pearl. LINKS TO LEARN MORE Olive & Pearl website Olive & Pearl Facebook Olive & Pearl Instagram RECENT PRESS RELEASES AND BRIEFS To see all the press releases, click here. To see our news, click here. For the full archive, click here. All of these are on our dedicated website. 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While PlayStation and Xbox account for half of Elden Ring’s copies sold across these three platforms, they account for 57.5% of revenue. This – as ever – is due to regional pricing and the higher relative share of PC gamers in lower-priced markets. For example, around 17.4% of Elden Ring’s Steam copies sold were in China, where the game costs about 26% less than the price in the States. There’s an … interesting narrative going around these days that console gamers are only interested in ball-and-gun games and have the patience for little else. Well, Elden Ring’s impressive sales prove that is simply not true, and across all platforms. What’s more, over 9.8M people have played Elden Ring for over 100 hours, with nearly 3.5M people getting all of the achievements and trophies. For reference, 10.9% of Elden Ring’s PlayStation players have the platinum trophy, while 10.5% of players on Steam and 3.9% of Xbox players unlocked all the achievements. Git gud, Xbox players! 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Oct 20 • 10:32 AM EDT • Entertainment • thederrick.com

'Office Space' star Richard Riehle dies at 78

Actor Richard Riehle arrives at the premiere of New Line Cinema's 'A Very Harold & Kumar 3D Christmas' at Grauman's Chinese Theatre on November 2, 2011 in Hollywood, California. (Jason Merritt/Getty Images)Richard Riehle, known for his role in the 1999 film Office Space, has died. He was 78.A statement shared by Artists & Representatives and Wright Entertainment, Inc. announced Riehle's passing on Monday, writing, "Our industry has lost an exceptional talent, and our community has lost a truly wonderful man.""We are deeply saddened to confirm the passing of our beloved client, Richard Riehle, this past weekend," the statement said. "A remarkable actor whose career in theater, film, and television spanned nearly five decades and more than 400 projects, Richard leaves behind an extraordinary legacy."The statement continued, "Beyond his immense talent, he will be remembered for his genuine goodness, boundless kindness, and unwavering generosity, particularly toward emerging actors and filmmakers, whom he encouraged and supported at every opportunity."Born on May 12, 1948, Riehle starred in many television series and films over the years.Notable projects include Casino, The Man from Earth and Deuce Bigalow: Male Gigolo.He got his start as an actor at the University of Notre Dame, where he was involved in the University Theatre and starred in several stage productions. He went on to earn a Master of Fine Arts in acting and directing from the University of Minnesota.While he's played characters that have an "average Joe" presence, he always made the most of his brief screen time.Some roles that he is remembered for include The Quartermaster in Glory, the train guard in The Fugitive, Reverend Scroggins in Fried Green Tomatoes and Bill Cozbi in Bridesmaids.On television, he starred as Principal Ed Rooney in the 1990 series Ferris Bueller and as grandfather Walt Finnerty in the early 2000s sitcom, Grounded For Life.In 2023, he also played Warden Reynolds in Barry.Riehle is survived by his wife, Jane Latham, and their four children.Copyright © 2026, ABC Audio. All rights reserved.

Oct 20 • 8:56 AM EDT • Entertainment • willmarradio.com

How an acclaimed opera singer became Providence’s Bride of Cthulhu

What happens when an opera singer/organist/conductor meets Lovecraft? You get Gigi Mitchell-Velasco, a consummate performer and Bride of Cthulhu.

Oct 20 • 6:09 AM EDT • Entertainment • providencejournal.com

Deputies: Pickens Co. business owner holds intoxicated burglary suspect at gunpoint

The Pickens County Sheriff’s Office said it arrested someone in connection with a burglary at the Sip n’ Ride on Tuesday evening.

Oct 19 • 7:28 PM EDT • Business • foxcarolina.com

This Week: Politics 101, 20th Street Bikeway, Muni Trivia

Here is a list of events this week. Monday/Tonight! SF Politics 101 with Joel Engardio. Learn how local politics shaped San Francisco. Monday/tonight, October 19, 5:30-6:45 p.m. SPUR Urban Center, 654 Mission Street, S.F. Wednesday 20th Street Protected Bikeway Ribbon Cutting. The Oakland Department of Transportation, city officials, Bike East Bay and other community partners will celebrate the completion of the 19th Street BART to Lake Merritt Urban Greenway. Wednesday, October 21, 1:30 p.m. 400 Thomas L Berkley Way, Oakland. Thursday 2026 Silver SPUR Awards. This SPUR event brings together elected officials and business, civic, and philanthropic leaders to celebrate four individuals and their contributions. Thursday, October 22, 4-7:30 p.m. Blue Shield of California Theater at YBCA, 700 Howard Street, S.F. Get tickets here. Friday Woman and Non-Binary Morning Ride. Join the San Francisco Bicycle Coalition for a socially distanced bike ride for women and nonbinary cyclists. Friday, October 23, 7:15-8:45 a.m. McLaren Lodge, 501 Stanyan Street, S.F. Friday Muni Trivia Night. Bring your friends or come solo and make some new ones. Friday, October 23, 7:30 p.m. Standard Deviant Brewing, Pier 70, suite 195, 1070 Maryland Street, S.F. RSVP here. Saturday Fifth Annual Firefighter Family Ride. Join SFFD, SF Safe Routes to School, and the SF Bicycle Coalition for a fun, low-stress bike ride through one of the city’s most beautiful routes. Saturday, October 24, 10:30 a.m.-1 p.m. Panhandle Park Blacktop (Fell & Ashbury) to JFK Promenade (Whale’s Tail). Sunday Canvas for No on Prop G. Join the San Francisco Bicycle Coalition to canvas for No on ‘G’ to save Sunset Dunes Park. Sunday, October 25, 10 a.m.-12 p.m. Marina Blvd & Laguna Street, S.F. Got an event we should know about? Drop us a line.

Oct 19 • 11:38 AM EDT • Politics • sf.streetsblog.org

S.C. business owner holds drunk burglar at gunpoint

The Pickens County Sheriff’s Office said it arrested someone in connection with a burglary at the Sip ’n’ Ride.

Oct 19 • 11:16 AM EDT • Business • wrdw.com

Colorado businesses near this national park are working together to ride out seasonal ups and downs

In Mancos, near Mesa Verde National Park, sharing services and collaborating to lure people downtown gives businesses a boost in lean times

Oct 19 • 6:06 AM EDT • Business • coloradosun.com

Giant 'Phantom' Jellyfish Found With Entourage of Fishy Passengers Hitching a Ride

Whee!

Oct 19 • 6:00 AM EDT • Science • sciencealert.com

Business aviation rides the turbulence in USA

Market continues to thrive, in spite of economic uncertainty.

Oct 18 • 5:35 PM EDT • Business • flightglobal.com

Georgia-Carolina State Fair returns to downtown

The Georgia-Carolina State Fair returns downtown this week with rides, entertainment, and food.

Oct 18 • 9:26 AM EDT • Entertainment • augustachronicle.com

Player availability report, presented by Orlando Health Jewett Orthopedic Institute: Orlando Pride at Houston Dash

Here is this week's player availability report, presented by Orlando Health Jewett Orthopedic Institute, for Sunday's away match at Houston Dash

Oct 18 • 9:00 AM EDT • Health • orlandocitysc.com

Brunswick County fair returns with rides and fun

The Brunswick County Agricultural Fair and Expo is coming back with amusement rides, livestock and live shows.

Oct 18 • 5:04 AM EDT • Entertainment • starnewsonline.com

Gold surged to a record, then fell hard. What happened?

Gold has been on a wild ride this year.

Oct 18 • 1:30 AM EDT • Business • telegraphherald.com

Speak Up: Readers weigh in on New Mexico politics and Project Jupiter

Readers share views on Project Jupiter, Medicaid, the governor's race, ABQ Ride and more.

Oct 18 • 12:26 AM EDT • Politics • abqjournal.com

Health Matters: Parents see a bicycle, but doctors report motorcycle-level injuries among young e-bike riders

Local health experts warn of risks as youth e-bike use grows From his office window looking out on downtown Edmonds, Assistant Police Chief Josh McClure watches kids on electric bikes […]

Oct 17 • 11:45 PM EDT • Health • myedmondsnews.com

I left LA so my 3 kids could have an '80s-style childhood

Jen Podany moved her three kids from LA to a small Arizona town, where they can ride bikes, play outside, and enjoy more independence.

Oct 17 • 1:56 PM EDT • Business • businessinsider.com

Staunton Pride is today. What to know about music, food and parking

Staunton Pride returns to Gypsy Hill Park with live music, drag performances, vendors, food and wellness resources. Here's what to know.

Oct 17 • 4:30 AM EDT • Entertainment • newsleader.com

Traverse City Central's New 'Ride Lab' Uses Skateboards to Teach Physics, Business Skills

What if the most effective physics classroom isn’t a classroom at all, but a skate park? This fall, Traverse City Central High School is experimenting with that very question. Brett Derr is one the teachers behind the Ride Lab, a brand-new double-block course at Central that combines physics, business, marketing, and advertising. In the past, …

Oct 16 • 8:00 PM EDT • Business • traverseticker.com

Medicaid changes impact, newest culinary trail: CT politics news

Plus: Social security recipients will see an increase and Blue Ribbon Commission on K-12 funding wants to encourage regionalization.

Oct 16 • 5:30 PM EDT • Politics • ctmirror.org

Lions Sixth-Rounder Gill-Howard: ‘I Belong in This League’

One Division II offer out of high school, and Skyler Gill-Howard is now in the Lions' rotation. #OnePride

Oct 16 • 3:10 PM EDT • Sports • sports.yahoo.com

Jennifer Lawrence Officially Launches New Business Venture That Fans Weren’t Expecting

Oscar-winning actress Jennifer Lawrence is officially making her stride into the commercial beauty landscape. She is stepping into the beauty business with a haircare brand of her own. The actress is ...

Oct 16 • 12:16 PM EDT • Business • yahoo.com

MATCH PREVIEW, pres. by Toyota: Red Bull New York Return to Sports Illustrated Stadium to Face Toronto FC on Pride Night

New York have posted a 16-1-2 mark against Toronto FC since Sports Illustrated Stadium opened in 2010

Oct 16 • 10:13 AM EDT • Sports • newyorkredbulls.com

As Troy mayor vetoes Flock law, council president promises override

Mayor Carmella Mantello says the law is biased in favor of criminal defendants. Council President Sue Steele says the veto was expected.

Oct 16 • 8:53 AM EDT • Politics • spectrumlocalnews.com

Kordell Stewart details wild Steelers' sideline clash with Kevin Gilbride

Former Pittsburgh Steelers quarterback Kordell Stewart recalls an intense headset confrontation with offensive coordinator Kevin Gilbride.

Oct 16 • 5:04 AM EDT • Sports • sports.yahoo.com

Chiefs Should Fear Buffalo Most, Not The Chargers

Arrowhead Pride ranks the AFC threats. The Bills top the list as the only team that can truly challenge Kansas City for the title this season.

Oct 15 • 4:48 PM EDT • Sports • sports.yahoo.com

Hot Ticket: Art, athletics and pride take over Galveston

Artfully done: Downtown Galveston will transform into an outdoor art gallery this weekend as the 25th annual ARToberFEST returns to the historic district.

Oct 15 • 2:34 PM EDT • Entertainment • galvnews.com

California students post gains in math, science and English in 2025-26

SACRAMENTO, Calif. — California students made gains across key academic and success measures during the 2025-26 school year, with test scores rising in English, math and science while the statewide graduation rate reached a record high of 87.9 percent. For the first time, the state released assessment results and California School Dashboard data together to give families and educators a more complete picture of student performance.English language arts scores increased 0.5 percentage points to 49.3 percent of students scoring proficient or advanced, while math scores rose 1.1 percentage points to 38.4 percent. Science showed the strongest improvement, jumping 3.3 percentage points to 36 percent of students scoring proficient or advanced.The statewide chronic absenteeism rate dropped 1.1 percentage points to 18.3 percent. The suspension rate declined to 2.8 percent, marking the third consecutive year of improvement."At a time when California continues to focus on accelerating learning and closing opportunity gaps, these results provide important evidence that our sustained investments are making a difference," Gov. Gavin Newsom said. "The continued progress we are seeing is a testament to the hard work of students, families and educators across the state—and we will continue working to build on these gains."The percentage of students prepared for college and career increased to 55.2 percent, up 2 percentage points from the previous year. More than 54 percent of graduates completed coursework required for admission to University of California and California State University systems, an increase of 0.9 percentage points."California has made important strides in expanding student supports and opportunities, but the pace of academic improvement reminds us that our work is far from finished," State Superintendent of Public Instruction Tony Thurmond said.Eighth grade students posted the strongest score trends in both English language arts and math. Science performance improved across all tested grades, with the strongest gains at the high school level.African American students demonstrated larger-than-average improvements across English, math and science. Hispanic or Latino students showed larger-than-average improvements in English and math, with positive math score trends across all grades.Students who were socioeconomically disadvantaged made gains across all 3 subjects, including larger-than-average improvements in English and math. Students who were homeless continued to demonstrate gains across grades, with particularly strong improvements in math."We are encouraged to see students making gains across all 3 major assessments and are especially encouraged by the progress of African American students, Hispanic or Latino students, socioeconomically disadvantaged students and homeless youth," said Linda Darling-Hammond, president of the California State Board of Education.The progress comes as California's public school system undergoes significant demographic change. Statewide school enrollment declined to approximately 5.73 million students in 2025-26, nearly 500-thousand fewer students over the past decade.The number of students with disabilities increased approximately 25 percent over the same period, from about 680-thousand to more than 850-thousand students. Graduation rates increased across nearly all student groups, including notable increases for American Indian or Alaskan Native students at 4.3 percentage points and students with disabilities at 3.7 percentage points.In Downey Unified School District, the rate of students demonstrating proficient or advanced grade-level knowledge increased by 2.1 percentage points in English, 2.8 percentage points in math and 4.7 percentage points in science. The district aligned graduation requirements with college admission expectations and invested in inclusive special education practices, expanded career technical education and expanded learning opportunities."The gains Downey Unified is seeing in student assessment results and on the Dashboard are the result of years of focused, consistent work across the district," Superintendent Roger Brossmer said.In Exeter Unified School District, proficiency rates increased by 4.6 percentage points in English, 2.3 percentage points in math and 3.6 percentage points in science. The district placed a strong focus on phonics and the science of reading, particularly in kindergarten through second grade."The gains Exeter Unified is seeing in student assessment results and on the Dashboard are the result of having great people who are focused on the right work, and great students who want to do well," Superintendent Melanie Dorough said.Union Elementary School District saw proficiency rates increase by 1.5 percentage points in English, 2 percentage points in math and 4 percentage points in science. Teachers regularly analyze state and local assessment data to guide instruction, supported by strong core instruction and early literacy strategies."Union Elementary School District's achievement gains reflect a focused, data-driven approach to meeting the needs of every student while fostering a strong sense of belonging, safety and connection," Superintendent Carrie Andrews said.The California Department of Education is examining local results to better understand strategies and conditions associated with stronger student outcomes. The state has made significant investments in recent years, including literacy and math coaching, tutoring, expanded learning opportunities, community schools and universal transitional kindergarten.

Oct 15 • 1:54 PM EDT • Science • actionnewsnow.com

Billy Joel Offers Health Update Ahead of Motorcycle Collection Auction

The singer discusses living with hydrocephalus, his hopes of performing again and why he’s auctioning more than 70 bikes at Christie's: “I was not a collector. I was actually a rider.”

Oct 15 • 10:33 AM EDT • Health • hollywoodreporter.com

Healf rides youth health kick to top UK’s fastest-growing companies list

The wellbeing start-up, which has its roots in Manchester, is scaling quickly

Oct 15 • 12:00 AM EDT • Health • ft.com

Disneyland Moving Our Favorite Holiday Season Entertainment as New Ride Construction Moves Forward

As construction proceeds for a new ride, Disneyland is moving a favorite live entertainment offering this holiday season.

Oct 14 • 5:52 PM EDT • Entertainment • mickeyvisit.com

Johnson survives City Council veto override attempt by a single vote

The failed veto override comes a week before Johnson unveils his plan to close a $882 million 2027 budget gap

Oct 14 • 2:25 PM EDT • Business • chicagobusiness.com

Six Flags Stock After Fatal Roller Coaster Accident Has The Bull Case Changed?

Six Flags Entertainment reported that a man died and several guests were injured after falling from the Goliath roller coaster at Six Flags Over Georgia on October 12, 2026, and stated that the park is cooperating fully with local authorities. The incident adds fresh scrutiny to Six Flags Entertainment's ride safety practices and could affect operating costs, legal exposure, and capital priorities related to park maintenance and attraction upgrades. This article now examines how Six Flags...

Oct 14 • 8:29 AM EDT • Entertainment • simplywall.st

Mom-and-Pop Business Owners Grapple with Harsh Times

Report shows small business owners in NYS less optimistic about the economy. Taxes, inflation, labor costs and competition from larger businesses are major concerns right now, they say By Aaron Gifford [caption id=attachment_11067 align=alignright width=300] Ashley Ranslow is director for New York state at The National Federation of Independent Business (NFIB).[/caption] Owners of mom-and-pop businesses in New York state have been less optimistic lately than their peers in other parts of the country, a recent report indicates. The National Federation of Independent Business (NFIB), based on a survey of 11,000 of its members in the Empire State, reported that taxes, inflation, labor costs and competition from larger businesses are major concerns right now. “Indeed, while taxes are a major problem in New York and the United States overall, New York small businesses notably are struggling more with the state’s onerous, multi-level tax burden,” Ashley Ranslow, NFIB’s director for New York state, said in the July report. Compared with surveys of business owners in other states, far fewer New York respondents rated their businesses as in excellent or good health. The report also said labor costs here are about 25% higher than the national average and are the “single most important problem” facing businesses. One respondent to the New York-specific survey complained that too much red tape, taxes and laws that restrict high-yielding companies have stifled their operation’s growth. Others said high disability and workers’ compensation insurance costs, alarming increases in utility rates and excessive building regulations are discouraging. Statewide, New York has a gross domestic product of $2.53 trillion (third in the nation, followed by Texas, $2.90 trillion; and California, $4.25 trillion), a per capita income of $90,500 (sixth) and an unemployment rate of 4.6% (34th). There are 2.4 million small businesses that employ 3.9 million people. [caption id=attachment_11112 align=alignright width=451] Member of the Greater Liverpool Chamber of Commerce gather at one of the several functions the chamber organizes monthly. “Everyone in this business community encourages each other to shop local. Everyone just wants to see each other succeed,” says Megan Wilmot, the chamber director[/caption] “New York state boasts one of the largest, wealthiest and most diverse cities in the world — and that’s still only about half the state’s population,” the report said. “In other words, the state is both its iconic city and so much more — geographically, demographically, economically. But New York is not without its challenges, challenges that include notably high taxes and other weaknesses that impact the small business environment,” it said. The report includes an optimism index that compares responses from New York (NFIB) members with those of their peers in other states across several categories. This ranges from plans to increase employment to expectations for higher sales, to plans to increase inventory or expand. The scores for Empire State business owners were lower in most categories, but they did score higher than the national average in noting that they have current employment openings, and that they are hopeful that the economy will improve. “The metrics so far paint a picture of a state with a series of challenges for small businesses, from a slightly below national average Optimism Index to a more seriously below national business health to very substantially below national Employment Index. What is going on with businesses that are creating these differences?” the report stated. In Central New York, the regional labor force comprises nearly 398,000 workers. The median household income here is $71,463, and the gross domestic product for the region last year totaled $61.3 billion, according to the CenterState CEO economic development and research organization. About half of the region’s labor force works for small and mid-sized businesses, although the number of people employed in that sector has decreased by 7% since 2010, according to CenterState’s 2026 economic forecast report. “While record-high employment in large-scale enterprises provides a strong foundation for Central New York,” the report says, “the long-term health of communities depends on a thriving small business sector to serve as a stabilizer.” Area employers identify several barriers to Central New York’s anticipated growth, including lack of specialized or skilled workers, government regulations, unaffordable housing options and long-term construction disruptions. In the city of Syracuse, the number of jobs in retail trade decreased by 1,500 or 4.7% between July 2025 and this past July. By contrast, the number of jobs in the leisure and hospitality sector increased by 2.5% or 700 jobs, in the same annual period, according to the New York State Department of Labor. Still, there’s plenty of interest for new businesses across Central New York. U.S. Census figures show that the number of applications for new businesses in all four counties increased significantly in the past 20 years. In Cayuga County, there were 324 applications in 2005 compared to 470 last year. In Madison County, the number increased from 385 to 480; Onondaga County, from 2411 to 4132; and Oswego County, from 553 to 836. Downtown Cazenovia is exemplary of Madison County’s trend: In the past year, the village welcomed a bait shop, a thrift store, a vitamin infusion center, a pizzeria, a Pilates studio and an Italian restaurant. A candy store is scheduled to open on the main drag in the months ahead. Oswego’s list of interesting new businesses in the past year includes a bubble tea shop, a hot dog eatery in Fulton, a specialty grocery store that features New York state products in Mexico, a beauty and esthetics studio in Hannibal and a hardware and farm supply store in Sandy Creek. In Onondaga County, the Liverpool area has also enjoyed a steady stream of new shops and eateries in recent years. That suburban community is unique in that, unlike neighboring communities, most of the restaurants are family-owned and not part of a national chain. [caption id=attachment_11116 align=alignright width=300] Megan Wilmot is the executive director of the Greater Liverpool’s Chamber of Commerce.[/caption] Megan Wilmot, executive director of the Greater Liverpool Chamber of Commerce, said independent business owners in her community maintain a strong sense of pride in holding their own against national companies. The chamber helps boost morale with red carpet events, ribbon cuttings, coffee hours and five-year anniversary celebrations for participating businesses. “We have built such a strong community,” Wilmot said. “Everyone in this business community encourages each other to shop local. Everyone just wants to see each other succeed.” In Syracuse, the downtown retail occupancy rate last year was about 82%, a slight improvement from 2024, according to the Downtown Syracuse Committee’s most recent annual report. Buildings with the largest amount of vacant space included The Galleries, One Park Place, and Equitable Towers, though not all of those spaces are designated for retail use. New businesses that opened in downtown Syracuse last year: Better with Time Clothing, Dakshin Curry & Biriyani, Havana Tattoo Society, Milano Bean Café, Miss Daisy, Pausa Coffee, Sweets for Babe, The Society CNY and Yafah Beauty Studio. The Destiny USA mall’s occupancy rate decreased from 80% in 2023 to 72% by the end of 2024, according to Integra Realty Resources. That leaves more than a quarter of the mall’s retail space vacant. “Looking ahead, the retail market is expected to see minimal rent growth, with vacancy rates likely remaining stable in community and neighborhood centers but continuing to rise in enclosed malls,” Integra’s report said. “New construction activity is low and redevelopment plans for former malls like Shoppingtown and Great Northern are still in the planning stages. The proposed Micron chip plant may spur development, but challenges remain in finding co-developers for large-scale projects.” Nationally, the U.S. Chamber of Commerce expects that small businesses will remain resilient and see their sales and revenues eventually improve. That organization, in a recent national survey, found that 25% of small business owners expect the economy to improve in 2027, while 45% indicated that they plan to increase employment in the next 12 months. And 69% said they believe their small business is in good shape and 70% said they are comfortable with their current cash flow. Thirty-one percent of small businesses reported raising their prices in July and 28% are planning to raise their prices within the next three to four months, the report said. Twelve percent indicated that this is a good time to expand their business. “Small business owners voice optimism for future revenues and hiring,” the report said. “High costs continue to be a wet blanket on reinvestment.” The NFIB reported in July that Main Street, despite gas price hikes, “is OK … for now.” Its small business economics trend report said sales across the country have been strong compared to last year, but continued inflation and higher prices from mom-and-pop establishments are causing some “cracks” to show. “If costs stay this high for much longer, reduced investment will have a tangible economic impact,” the report said. “The status quo is OK, but the outlook? The outlook is uncertain.”

Oct 14 • 8:23 AM EDT • Business • oswegocountybusiness.com

Show off your vehicle during Smoky Mountains Bluegrass Festival

Bring your ride and show it off at the Hazelwood Hot Summer Nights Cruise-In at the Smoky Mountains Bluegrass Festival on Oct. 24, at the Maggie Valley Festival Grounds.

Oct 14 • 12:00 AM EDT • Entertainment • themountaineer.com

Adirondack Railbike to hold Halloween fundraisers in Old Forge

Adirondack Railbike Adventures has teamed up with Adirondack Central School to hold a series of Haunted Railbike Rides this month to benefit the classes of 2028 and 2029, according to organizers.

Oct 13 • 7:00 PM EDT • Entertainment • romesentinel.com

Six Flags Entertainment plunges 14% after fatal roller coaster incident

Six Flags (FUN) stock plunges 14% to a 52-week low after a fatal coaster incident and ride closures; see key metrics, risks, and what’s next—read now.

Oct 13 • 4:58 PM EDT • Entertainment • seekingalpha.com

How bicycling and shared hardship can bridge political divides

Shared effort can do what political arguments cannot. Maybe the road to unity starts with a bike ride.

Oct 13 • 3:24 PM EDT • Politics • reformer.com

A list of US roller coaster fatalities dating back to 2003

A man who fell to his death from a roller coaster at an Atlanta-area amusement park was not the first to die on such a ride in recent years. Authorities

Oct 13 • 1:20 PM EDT • Entertainment • yakimaherald.com

A list of US roller coaster fatalities dating back to 2003

A man who fell to his death from a roller coaster at an Atlanta-area amusement park was not the first to die on such a ride in recent years. Authorities have not released information about how...

Oct 13 • 1:20 PM EDT • Entertainment • nhregister.com

SeaWorld Orlando closes Mako roller coaster after deadly Six Flags incident (exclusive)

SeaWorld Orlando has closed its Mako roller coaster ‘out of an abundance of caution’ as the ride is from the same manufacturer as the one involved in the deadly Six Flags Over Georgia incident.

Oct 13 • 1:17 PM EDT • Entertainment • ew.com

How Much Of Qualcomm Stock Rides On One Business?

Phone chip revenue is the central metric to watch at Qualcomm (QCOM). Handset chips generated $5.1 billion in fiscal Q3 2026, accounting for more than half of the company's $9.9 billion in revenue. Total revenue fell 4.0% from a year earlier, and a segment that makes up more than half of sales deserves close attention.

Oct 13 • 12:24 PM EDT • Business • trefis.com

Uber executive overseeing robotaxi push to leave amid leadership departures

An Uber Technologies Inc. executive overseeing the company’s global autonomous efforts across ride-hailing and delivery will depart next month, the latest in a string of leadership departures in the division this year.

Oct 13 • 10:01 AM EDT • Business • latimes.com

New rides, food and entertainment rolling in with the SC State Fair this week

The South Carolina State Fair returns to Columbia this Thursday, Oct. 15 with new rides, more than a dozen new food and drink options, live entertainment and a new performance

Oct 13 • 9:00 AM EDT • Entertainment • coladaily.com

Staunton Pride returns to Gypsy Hill Park on Oct. 17

Staunton Pride features live entertainment, food vendors, health screenings, a wellness hub and two official after-parties. Here's what to know.

Oct 13 • 4:30 AM EDT • Entertainment • newsleader.com

7SEAS ENTERTAINMENT SHIFTS INTO HIGHER GEAR WITH "FORMULA RIDE"

October 13, 2026 -- India-built mobile racing title brings together speed, strategy, career progression and real-time multiplayer for a wider global audience

Oct 12 • 8:00 PM EDT • Entertainment • 24-7pressrelease.com

Local marching bands perform at Westmoreland's first-ever marching band competition

The Pride of Westmoreland Marching Band hosted the inaugural “Waves of Sound” marching band competition on Saturday, Oct. 10.

Oct 12 • 7:00 PM EDT • Entertainment • romesentinel.com

Science learning and more at Camp IslandWood

Lakeridge Elementary School fifth-graders recently visited Camp IslandWood on Bainbridge Island. They engaged in science learning and observations, experienced art and music connections, played many games and participated in “Soil to Snack” where they collaboratively cooked food with items from the IslandWood garden. They hiked the many trials down to Blakely Harbor and experienced the tidal zones and came together in “One Pride the Lion Way to build belonging between all 5th grade classrooms at Lakeridge,” reads a school district post. Photo courtesy of the Mercer Island School District

Oct 12 • 5:30 PM EDT • Science • mi-reporter.com

Georgia high school girls excel academically but face mental health struggles, new report finds

While strides have been made for academic success for Georgia high school girls, a new study reveals the pressures they're under even with those wins.

Oct 12 • 4:17 PM EDT • Health • wsbtv.com

Bay Area Halloween family events: Trick-or-treats and spooky time fun

A region-by-region guide to Bay Area Halloween events for kids and families, from trick-or-treat trails and costume parades to spooky train rides, pumpkin drops and glowing gardens.

Oct 12 • 1:00 PM EDT • Entertainment • sfchronicle.com

‘You are enough’: BMX riders roll into South Division with mental health and anti-bullying message

South Division High School students watched professional BMX riders flip and fly while learning about resilience, kindness and personal growth.

Oct 11 • 5:00 PM EDT • Health • milwaukeenns.org

Kylie Jenner Stars in Hulu’s 'Bachelorette Weekend'

The reality star takes on her first major scripted role as a bride whose closest friends become suspects after a deadly getaway.

Oct 11 • 10:32 AM EDT • Entertainment • yahoo.com

I flew from the US to Turkey for a hair transplant before my wedding

Nicole Ethridge was self-conscious about her alopecia. She traveled from the US to Turkey to have a hair transplant. A bride-to-be, she is delighted.

Oct 10 • 9:39 PM EDT • Business • businessinsider.com

South Texas Health System (@stxhealthsystem)

3 likes, 1 comments - stxhealthsystem on October 10, 2026: "Serving Health, Healing & Hospitality: Proper nutrition plays an important role in the healing process, helping patients recover, regain strength and achieve better outcomes. Across South Texas Health System's acute care facilities and behavioral hospital, our Nutrition & Dietary Services teams work diligently each day to provide nutritious meals and exceptional service to patients, visitors and staff. During National Healthcare Foodservice Workers Week, STHS proudly recognizes the dedicated Nutrition & Dietary Services teams at STHS McAllen, STHS Edinburg, STHS Children's, STHS Heart and STHS Behavioral for their hard work, professionalism and commitment to excellence. From developing specialized meal plans that support patient recovery to serving every meal with care and compassion, these team members play an essential role in creating a positive healthcare experience. Their dedication to both nutrition and hospitality is felt throughout our hospitals and contributes to the quality, compassionate care our patients receive every day. Thank you for the care, kindness and pride you bring to your work. Your commitment helps nourish our patients, support our caregivers and strengthen the communities we serve.".

Oct 10 • 3:00 PM EDT • Health • instagram.com

We're moms with 7 kids between us, and we went to Disney World alone

My friend and I are both moms and left our seven kids at home to go to Disney World. We visited three parks, rode 12 rides, and loved every minute.

Oct 10 • 8:11 AM EDT • Business • businessinsider.com

Latino nonprofits start their own shops to make helping small businesses their business

SAN FRANCISCO (AP) — From the pink neon sign on the sunshine yellow wall to the multicolored Mexican paper garlands, Mission Lotería's storefront emits cultural pride everywhere you look.

Oct 10 • 12:03 AM EDT • Business • wral.com

Latino nonprofits start their own shops to make helping small businesses their business

SAN FRANCISCO (AP) — From the pink neon sign on the sunshine yellow wall to the multicolored Mexican paper garlands, Mission Lotería's storefront emits cultural pride everywhere you look. After seven ...

Oct 10 • 12:02 AM EDT • Business • yahoo.com

Hotel executive checks in on the blows to Hawaiʻi's tourist business

Jerry Gibson, President of the Hawaiʻi Hotel Alliance, discusses rising travel costs and troubling tourism numbers.

Oct 9 • 9:12 PM EDT • Business • hawaiipublicradio.org

VIA goes green for World Mental Health Day

VIA Metropolitan Transit will light up Crossroads Park & Ride in green on Saturday, Oct. 10, in recognition of World Mental Health Day.

Oct 9 • 3:00 PM EDT • Health • viainfo.net

Beef Industry political ‘isms’

Amidst this high-tension political season, everybody and their dog (er, cow) wants to lay strident, negative political monikers on all the political persons that they disagree with. All the good ol’ political system standard “isms”...

Oct 9 • 10:41 AM EDT • Politics • thefencepost.com

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Oct 9 • 9:52 AM EDT • Sports • sports.yahoo.com

The rideshare era is ending. Small satellites need anchor customers for small launch, now.

The rideshare era is ending. Small satellites need anchor customers for small launch, now.

Oct 9 • 9:00 AM EDT • Technology • spacenews.com

RIDE claims gains in math and science in 2026 assessment and accountability results

The Rhode Island Department of Education claimed to have made gains in math and science in its 2026 Assessment and Accountability results.

Oct 9 • 7:06 AM EDT • Science • turnto10.com

How Gainesville’s ‘Everything School’ Built an Athletic Powerhouse - WRUF 98.1 FM | 850 AM

As you drive down NW 39th Avenue in Gainesville, you’ll find a school where the competitiveness in multiple sports never rests. As you sit or chat on campus with Athletic Director Billy Pankey, you feel the pride of the school as he calls it “Buchholz Everything School,” a place where cross country, football, volleyball, basketball

Oct 8 • 6:53 PM EDT • Sports • wruf.com

Def Leppard, Goo Goo Dolls coming to Wichita next year

“Known for their high-energy performances, rock fans can expect a thrilling ride on this upcoming tour from some of rock ‘n’ roll’s most influential bands.”

Oct 8 • 5:51 PM EDT • Entertainment • ksn.com

Trump emails Medicare enrollees about $90 payment, touts his policies

The unusual move, which comes weeks before the midterm elections, has been derided by Democrats and advocates as a stunt.

Oct 8 • 1:36 PM EDT • Politics • washingtonpost.com

Testing 6 Completely Different Gravel Bikes Head to Head to Find the Future of Gravel

Gravel bikes are as varied as the people who ride them. We tested six completely different models at the Velo Field Test to find out where gravel is headed.

Oct 8 • 12:00 PM EDT • Technology • velo.outsideonline.com

Catherine Zeta-Jones reveals whether she’s read Michael Douglas’ explosive memoir

“One Helluva Ride” is available for purchase wherever books are sold.

Oct 8 • 11:16 AM EDT • Entertainment • yahoo.com

The Battling Mind Striders is hosting their 2nd annual Mental Health Awareness Day on October 17 in Wellsville

Walk a mile with a great group and enjoy “It’s Kind of a Funny Story,” all for better mental health From Jacob Witter, founder of the Battling Mind Striders On […]

Oct 8 • 8:21 AM EDT • Health • wellsvillesun.com

MotoGP riders divided on contentious 2027 weekend format change

Bagnaia and Marini welcome the changes, while Acosta and Alex Marquez warn of increased stress and risk

Oct 8 • 4:23 AM EDT • Sports • sports.yahoo.com

Scientists report world’s first working nuclear clocks

In two papers in Nature, scientists from Europe and China have now reported the world’s first working nuclear clocks. While teams from Beijing and Shanghai embedded thorium-229 nuclei in calcium fluoride crystals and fired an ultraviolet laser at them, the effort from Austria, the Czech Republic, and Germany realised a similar nuclear clock and used it to look for dark matter.

Oct 7 • 9:30 PM EDT • Science • thehindu.com

South Carolina State Fair announces new attractions, food and entertainment

The South Carolina State Fair will return Oct. 15-25 with more than 60 rides, new food and entertainment options, and a new performance area at the fairgrounds.

Oct 7 • 3:39 PM EDT • Entertainment • abcnews4.com

South Carolina State Fair announces new attractions, food and entertainment

The South Carolina State Fair will return Oct. 15-25 with more than 60 rides, new food and entertainment options, and a new performance area at the fairgrounds.

Oct 7 • 3:39 PM EDT • Entertainment • wach.com

Disney World guests banned after jumping into Epcot boat ride water

Disney World guests were banned after jumping into the Gran Fiesta Tour boat ride’s water at Epcot. ‘This behavior was unsafe and a clear violation of our park rules,’ a Disney World rep tells EW.

Oct 7 • 3:24 PM EDT • Entertainment • ew.com

Ames Pridefest offers day of celebration, learning and entertainment

From stage performances to post-festival fun, Pridefest offers a full day of events at locations throughout Ames.

Oct 7 • 3:00 PM EDT • Entertainment • amestrib.com