Opened on Main Street in Glens Falls in August, Shabby Chic is a boutique that offers holiday shoppers an array of consignment and all kinds of gift ideas. By Pamela Fisher Hudson Falls welcomed a new business to its...
Love Of Photography Prompts Woman To Turn Her Hobby Into A Second Business
Sarah McCann, a teacher at Hudson Falls Middle School, put her photography skills to good use, shooting individual and family portraits, and expanding to do weddings.By R.J. DeLuke A local teacher with a flair for the arts has turned...
New Salon And Spa In Glens Falls Also Has Studio Space For Mobile Massage Therapist
Michael Choppa renovated a building at 147 Ridge St., Glens Falls, to house his Bella Ridge Salon and Spa that features a variety of hair care and spa services.By Maureen Werther Jay Dee Weaver has always had an interest...
Ambrosia Diner Coming To Aviation Road – Exit 19
By Eva Weaver Coming soon to an exit near you, Ambrosia Diner! With an anticipated opening date of late September or early October, Ambrosia Diner will be located 518 Aviation Road in Queensbury, just off the Northway at exit 19....
S & V Construction Co. Opens In Queensbury
By Barbara Brewer La Mere Tony Volino says that he has been involved in construction work since he was old enough to have a job. Recently he and partner David Simons established S and V Construction. Volino started out doing roofing...
AJA Architecture & Planning Blends History, Energy, Environment, Convenience Features
Architect Andrew Allison has launched AJA Architecture & Planning By Barbara Brewer La Mere Andy Allison cares about history, natural beauty and the environment. Allison is a graduate of Pennsylvania State University's programs in architectural engineering and design.He had...
Former Teacher Turned Entrepreneur Opens Sun Times Tanning Salon In Queensbury
After her school was closed, former teacher Vanessa Simons opened this salon, because she "loves making people look good and feel good." By Katie Navarra Sun Times Tanning Salon of New York, LLC is under new ownership. In March,...
Simply Special: New Business Focuses On Preserving The Legacy Of Those We Love
Beth Pechtel took advantage of many educational opportunities before she opened her studio at Simply Special.By Ann Hauprich What began 15 years ago as a hobby that celebrated the lives and legacies of relatives, friends and co-workers has blossomed...
BubKat Bounce Brings Business And Fun Together For Two Entrepreneurial Families
Two area families teamed up to start a business that offers fun for birthday parties, barbeques and events of all kinds.By Maureen Werther Greg Hayes likes to say that he and his partners were, "born to start a family...
Kathleen Porcell To Open Elevation Pilates Offering Group And Private Fitness Sessions
By Katie Navarra Elevation Pilates located at 19 Ridge Street, 2nd Floor in Glens Falls is slated to open early May. A grand opening is tentatively being planned for Saturday, May 5 from 9:00 a.m.-noon and will include multi-level mat...