New York state hosted its second Wine, Beer, Spirits and Cider Summit on April 8, a $6 million marketing and promotional commitment to raise the profile of New York's beverage producers was announced. State officials said it is a...
NYS Plans To Help Businesses Owned By Disabled Veterans Obtain State Contracts
Gov. Andrew M. Cuomo, Senate Majority Coalition co-leaders Dean Skelos and Jeff Klein, and Assembly Speaker Sheldon Silver announced an agreement in March on legislation to facilitate the awarding of 6 percent of state contracts to service disabled, veteran-owned...
President Of Finch Paper LLC To Speak At Annual Luncheon Of EDC Warren County
Deba Mukherjee, Ph.D., president and CEO of Finch Paper LLC in Glens Falls EDC Warren County will salute the economic impact of the region's forest products industry at its annual luncheon on Friday, May 16, at Six Flags Great...
DOT Seeks Public Comments On Plans To Improve Rail Service, NYC To Niagara Falls
State Department of Transportation Commissioner Joan McDonald announced the extension of the public comment period on the High Speed Rail Empire Corridor Tier 1 Draft Environmental Impact Statement (DEIS), which outlines plans for improving passenger and freight rail service...
Business Council Of NYS Joins Effort To Keep Tourism Money Flowing Upstate
The Business Council of New York State joined more than 200 tourism industry professionals in Albany today for the Tourism Industry Coalition's Tourism Action Day supporting sustained and increased funding for New York state's travel and tourism industries. "New...
10th Annual ‘Maple In April’ Will Feature Train Rides, Events For Bicycle Enthusiasts
The 10th annual Maple in April Festival on April 26 and 27 will feature the Saratoga & North Creek Railway and an event for bicycle enthusiasts in Hadley. The bicycle event is slated for Sunday, April 27. There are...
Ex-Contractor Buys Downtown Building, Opens Gift Shop And Local Artists’ Haven
Giant wooden fish made by Tim Reed hang from the rafters of his shop at 166 Glen St. in Glens Falls. Reed bought the building and turned it into a unique gift shop By Kat Fitzpatrick There's something in...
‘Bridge To Success’ Loan Program Offers Funding For Women-Owned Businesses
New York state launched the new Bridge to Success loan program, available through participating lenders committing at least $20 million to expand access to short-term bridge loans for minority and women-owned business enterprises (MWBEs). The program will provide qualified...
CROP Walk Team Sets April 30th Luncheon
The 2014 CROP Walk team will hold a luncheon at the Outback Steakhouse in Queensbury, endorsed by and with the Glens Falls Kiwanis and Rotary Clubs. The event will begin at 11:30 a.m. with guest speaker Barbara Sweet, executive...
Senate Confirms Gaming Commissioner, New Casino Siting Process Is Under Way
The state Senate early this month unanimously confirmed the appointment of Mark D. Gearan as chairman of the state Gaming Commission, which regulates all aspects of gaming and gambling activity in the state, including the development of casinos in...