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Sunday, June 16, 2013  New York's casino expansion bill being negotiated behind closed doors has a new provision that would expand gambling even if voters reject the proposal to build more casinos.

Friday, June 14, 2013  Destiny USA announced that a Crocs shoe store will open at the mall this summer.

Wednesday, June 05, 2013  Onondaga County is bracing itself for the expense of a major expansion at the Onondaga County Justice Center jail.

Monday, June 03, 2013  Stone Resort Casino’s new "Exit 33" is holding a career fair at the Liverpool Holiday Inn from 10:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m Monday. Interviews will be conducted on-the-spot.

Friday, May 31, 2013  The Corning Museum of Glass has announced the final design of its 100,000-square-foot expansion that will include a contemporary art building and glassmaking venue.

Wednesday, May 29, 2013  The Saratoga Casino and Raceway plans a $30 million expansion project that will include a 120-room hotel, a fine dining restaurant and an event center.

Tuesday, May 28, 2013  The Amazing Mirror Maze is now open on the third level of the expansion area at Destiny USA, adjacent to Pole Position Raceway.

Tuesday, May 21, 2013  Destiny USA has grown tremendously in the last couple of years, bringing in many more tourists from out of town, even out of the country. Tuesday, our cameras were rolling, as we got an exclusive sneak peek at what else is in the works. Destiny USA General Manager Rob Schoeneck says we can expect a handful of attractions to open this summer, including Revolutions Bowling Alley, adult play place Dave & Busters, and two IMAX theaters.

Monday, May 13, 2013  Destiny USA announced Monday that World of Beer is scheduled to open on the third level of the expansion area later this year.

Tuesday, April 09, 2013  A Brooks Brothers Factory Store is now open at Destiny USA with clothes for men and women.

Thursday, March 21, 2013  The tentative deal for a New York state budget will include expansion of pre-kindergarten in low-income schools, funding to extend the school day and year, and merit pay for top teachers.

Tuesday, March 12, 2013  A Central New York company that makes barcode scanners for medical companies plans to expand.

Wednesday, February 20, 2013  The planned facility will have 10,000 square feet of administrative space and over 4,000 square feet of hangar space, according to the media release.

Monday, February 04, 2013  Turning Stone is looking to hire 150 new employees for its expansion project -- named Exit 33 after the Thruway exit to the casino. Full and part time jobs are available for many positions, including servers, bartenders, hosts, security and more. The complex is expected to open this July.

Wednesday, January 16, 2013  Destiny USA announced Wednesday that a Fossil Outlet is opening at the mall.