Glens Falls Business Journal

Second Highest All-Sources Handle Reported By NYRA For 2018 Saratoga Racing Season

October 11, 2018October 11, 2018

A horse is led down the walkway through the backyard at Saratoga Race Course.
Courtesy NYRA

The New York Racing Association, Inc. (NYRA) aid the 2018 season at Saratoga Race Course concluded on Labor Day with the second highest all-sources handle in history, despite a summer meet that was inundated with more than 10 inches of rain.

Total all-sources handle generated during the meet was $659,083,459, in spite of the fact that 50 races were forced to be taken off the turf, nearly double the number from 2017 and almost as many as the prior two years combined, officials said. A total of 27 races were taken off the turf in 2017 and 25 in 2016.

On track handle for the 2018 Saratoga meet surpassed $148.8 million. Total paid attendance for the 2018 Saratoga meet was 1,124,149, marking the third consecutive season that paid attendance has exceeded 1.1 million fans.

Promotions In The First Half Of Thunder Season Includes Military Appreciation Night

October 11, 2018October 11, 2018

The Thunder’s home season will kick off at Cool Insuring Arena in Glens Falls on Oct. 20 against the Brampton Beast. It will feature a light-up stick giveaway, presented by Saratoga Eagle.
Courtesy Adirondack Thunder

The Adirondack Thunder has announced the promotional schedule for the first half of the 2018-2019 season.

The Thunder’s home portion of the season will kick off at Cool Insuring Arena in downtown Glens Falls on Oct. 20 against the Brampton Beast. It will feature a light-up stick giveaway, presented by Saratoga Eagle, as well as a pregame party starting two hours before 7 p.m. puck drop.

Tickets are on sale now including the Stewart’s Four Pack: four tickets to opening night, four Thunder water bottles, four games of bowling at Kingpin’s Alley and a $20 gift card to Stewart’s Shops.

Ray Energy Opens A Propane And Rail Truck Terminal In Hampton, Near Vermont Border

September 14, 2018September 14, 2018

This is part of the new propane rail and truck terminal in Hampton, operated by the Troy-based Ray Energy Corp. The company serves nine states in the Northeast, plus areas in Canada.
Courtesy Ray Energy Corp.

By Jill Nagy

Ray Energy Corp. recently opened a new propane rail and truck terminal in Hampton, near the New York-Vermont border.

A formal opening with ribbon cutting and an open house was held on Aug. 23, but the company has been using the new facility since March.

The company, headquartered in Troy, serves nine states in the Northeast, plus areas in Canada, from a network of five rail terminals, nine pipeline terminals, and a marine terminal. They are termed a midstream wholesale propane supplier They neither produce gas nor sell it on the retail market.

The newest Ray Energy plant is a 21-acre facility with four 60,000-gallon fuel tanks. The new 21-acre facility has a 16-spot rail siding (with an operational capacity of 28) and on-demand switching provided by Vermont Railroad. The company’s railcar mover provides the ability to offload 16 cars per day.

46th Edition Of The Adirondack Balloon Fest Returns To Glens Falls Area September 20-23

September 14, 2018September 14, 2018

Puddles and Splash, balloons from the United Kingdom, will make their debut at the Adirondack Balloon Festival this month, piloted by Andrew Holly and Ben Alford from Bristol, England.
Courtesy Adirondack Balloon Festival

The Board of Directors of the Adirondack Balloon Festival announced details of the 46th annual event to be held Thursday through Sunday, Sept. 20-23.

In celebrating 46 years, the festival’s logo and theme represent shared and celebrated traditions of the region—ballooning and hiking. The event is set to celebrate the majesty of the 46 Adirondack High Peaks.

The event kicks off Thursday, Sept. 20 at 4 p.m. at Crandall Park in Glens Falls. Events continue throughout the weekend at Floyd Bennett Memorial Airport in Queensbury.

This community-supported event remains free of charge. Organizers said the festival attracts 125,000-150,000 people to the region each year and is the largest balloon festival on the East Coast of the U.S.

Queensbury Hotel Will Be The Site Of This Year’s Business Expo Hosted By The ARCC

September 14, 2018September 14, 2018

People browse the exhibitor booths at last year’s Business Expo hosted by the Adirondack Regional Chamber of Commerce. Some 80 exhibitors are expected to participate this year.
Courtesy ARCC

The Adirondack Regional Chamber of Commerce (ARCC) will hold its annual Business Expo on Tuesday, Oct. 16, at the Queensbury Hotel, 88 Ridge St., Glens Falls.

The event will run from 4-7 p.m.

This business showcase features exhibit booths from over 80 regional businesses, as well as food samples, drink specials and door prizes

The event encourages networking, connection making and opportunities to show off the growing business community in the region.

DeCrescente Distributing Co. Adds Product From Davidson Brothers To Its Growing List

September 14, 2018September 14, 2018

Rick Davidson, left, and John Davidson, owners of Davidson Brothers Brewing Co.
Courtesy DeCrescente Distributing Co.

DeCrescente Distributing Co. announced in July a partnership to distribute Davidson Brothers Brewing Co. products.

DeCrescente is now distributing draft versions of Davidson Brothers core beers, including their flagship IPA brewed with English hops for a hop aroma and dry finish; Brown Ale, a malty British brown ale; and Irish Red Ale, medium bodied with a sweet maltiness.

“We are very excited about our partnership with DeCrescente,” said Rick Davidson, brewer and owner of Davidson Brothers. “We feel that we have found the right partner to champion our efforts in the Capital Region market.”

Personnel Briefs

September 14, 2018September 14, 2018

Glens Falls National Bank and Trust Co. announced two promotions and a hiring.

Tracey Norman as promoted to director of wealth management.

Norman will oversee the Wealth Management Division, which includes the trust, investment and retirement services, and LPL teams.

She will be serving the same role for Saratoga National Bank and Trust Co., also part of the Arrow Financial Corp. family of companies.

She joined the company in 2017 as wealth management administration manager and has more than 20 years of experience in the wealth management industry. The Schaghticoke native earned her bachelor’s degree in finance from Siena College. She is active in her community, currently serving as vice president of the Hoosic Valley Booster Club.

Cleverdale Country Store Offers More Than Just Food; Sells Many Locally Produced Items

September 14, 2018September 14, 2018

Cleverdale Country Store has breakfast, lunches and dinners, but also beer and wine, seasonal organic fruits and veggies and locally themed gifts.

By Jennifer Farnsworth

Cleverdale Country Store at 2660 Route 9L in Queensbury seems to be much more than its name.

Cleverdale is about homemade deli sandwiches and homemade baked goods, as well as breakfast, lunches or dinners. They serve beer and wine, carry seasonal organic fruits and veggies, and have locally themed gifts. They even have live music on Thursdays.

The owner recently purchased a neighboring space that is now serving as a lake store with cabin, boat and lake goods. Meghan Cesari said the business is strong and they continue to work with local business owners in an effort to keep things fresh, as well as support the community.

Six Flags Great Escape Resort Will Re-Brand Its Outdoor Water Park, Add New Attractions

September 14, 2018September 14, 2018

The Bucket Blasters will be a new ride at Six Flags Great Escape Resort in Lake George next year. Riders will spin around in water barrels equipped with water guns.
Courtesy Six Flags

Six Flags Great Escape Resort in Lake George will rebrand its outdoor water park as Six Flags Hurricane Harbor for the 2019 season

The park will undergo a major expansion with more to see and do than ever before, including two new attractions; a bright, tropical theming throughout; and a new dining location.

Officials said it will offer guests a bigger, and better experience.

“Hurricane Harbor will offer exciting, new attractions with Bucket Blasters and Shipwreck Cove, plus a completely new look featuring imaginative, tropical theming and a myriad of park enhancements to delight guests of all ages” said Six Flags Great Escape Resort President Eric Gilbert.

Single-Game Tickets Now Available For The Adirondack Thunder’s 2018-19 Season

September 14, 2018September 14, 2018

The Adirondack Thunder now has single-game tickets on sale for the upcoming season at Cool Insuring Arena. The home opener is Oct. 20 vs. the Brampton Beast.
Courtesy Adirondack Thunder

The Adirondack Thunder announced that all single-game tickets are now available.

The team opens its home slate on October 20 vs. the Brampton Beast at the Cool Insuring Arena.

Tickets for all 36 Thunder home games are available at the arena box office, open Monday through Friday from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., as well as online at coolinsuringarena.com.

The Thunder has also announced that Opening Night will feature the Stewart’s 4-Pack, the return of a successful mini-pack give-away. The Opening Night Stewart’s pack is priced at just $64 and includes: four opening night Adirondack Thunder tickets for the Oct. 20 game, four Adirondack Thunder water bottles, four games of bowling at Kingpin’s Alley in South Glens Falls and one $20 gift card for Stewart’s Shops.