New York state is accepting applications from tech companies to participate in the New NY Broadband Program, aimed at extending high-speed Internet access to unserved and underserved areas across the state. The state launched its Consolidated Funding Application Portal,...
LARAC Executive Director To Retire In July After Group’s 45th Annual June Arts Festival
Ellen Bütz, executive director of the LARAC, plans to retire on July 1. Courtesy LARAC Ellen Bütz, executive director of the Lower Adirondack Regional Arts Council (LARAC), will retire on July 1, the organization said. "It's been a joy...
Rochester-Based Company Buys J.E. Sawyer; Local Company Will Continue Usual Business
VP Supply Corp. of Rochester, recently acquired J.E. Sawyer in Glens Falls, a seller of plumbing, heating, kitchen, bath and industrial supplies. All employee were retained. Photo/Todd Bissonette - rtbphoto.com VP Supply Corp., based in Rochester, recently acquired J.E....
Warren County Realtors Association Changes Its Name To Southern Adirondack Realtors
The Warren County Association of Realtors Inc. is changing its name to Southern Adirondack Realtors Inc. Officials said the change better reflects its growing membership, geography and service areas, which includes all of Warren County, and portions of Washington, Saratoga...
Glens Falls Civic Center Is Awarded $2M Grant To Fund Facility Improvements And Upgrades
Lt. Gov. Kathy Hochul announced on Feb. 9 a $2 million state grant for upgrades to the Glens Falls Civic Center, with Mayor Jack Diamond and other officials on hand. By R.J. DeLuke The general manager of the Glens...
George Ferone, Retired From Tribune Media Co., Is Named Interim President Of ARCC
George Ferone is interim president of the Adirondack Regional Chamber of Commerce. Longtime Glens Falls-area business leader and community volunteer George Ferone was appointed in late January as interim president of the Adirondack Regional Chamber of Commerce. Ferone, who...
Minimum Wage, National Health Care Among Issues Facing Small Businesses, Officials Say
U.S. Rep. Elise Stefanik speaks at the Economic Outlook breakfast in Queensbury. BY R.J. DELUKE Concerns about a the race for the state Senate in November were among the issues discussed at the 2016 Economic Outlook breakfast hosted in...
Spa Studio And Boutique Moves To Dix Ave. Location, Continues All Its Wellness Services
The Spa Studio and Boutique in Glens Falls has moved to larger quarters at 217 Dix Ave. in the Medical Arts Plaza and has added some new services. BY JILL NAGY The Spa Studio and Boutique in Glens Falls...
State Approves 10-Year Fund To Stimulate Clean Energy Business, Lower Bills For New Yorkers
The state Public Service Commission has approved a 10-year, $5 billion Clean Energy Fund designed to accelerate the growth of New York's clean energy economy, address climate change, strengthen resiliency in the face of extreme weather and lower energy bills...
Unemployment Insurance Contributions To Drop Again For Businesses In The State
Unemployment insurance reforms started in 2013 have resulted in additional savings for New York state employers in terms of their contributions, according to Gov. Andrew Cuomo. Employers have already saved an estimated $200 million through the early repayment of federal...