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Urban Co-Works leasing more space in Schenectady, and expanding beyond the region

"It's a really good time for this industry," CEO Jeff Goronkin says of coworking spaces. Here's how he's seizing the opportunity. That's...

Upstate cities have had varied experiences with their Downtown Revitalization Initiative awards

The five rounds of funding through the state’s Downtown Revitalization Initiative have brought hundreds of millions of dollars to...

2021 Recap

Despite a challenging year, we prevailed through perseverance and remained optimistic as our visions came alive. In just one short year,...

Urban Co-Works opens new space in downtown Schenectady

Urban Co-Works has opened its new offices in downtown Schenectady. Located on the second floor of 430 Franklin St. across from city hall,...

Urban Co-Works moves into new space

SCHENECTADY – In 2016, Jeff Goronkin was looking for a place to operate his marketing firm. Instead, he stumbled upon a new business...

Sibling team renovating 430 Franklin St. for retail, office space

SCHENECTADY - The two-story office building at 430 Franklin St. has no flourishes. It is a squat, utilitarian rectangle, easy to overlook...

Overhaul begins of large vacant building on Jay Street Marketplace in Schenectady

SCHENECTADY — A sweeping overhaul is proposed for a homely building at the end of the Jay Street pedestrian mall. The two-story office...