Glens Falls Business Journal

Michaels Group To Start Site Work This Fall On 49-Unit Subdivision In Town Of Moreau

September 14, 2018September 14, 2018

This is a model home that will be part of Winterberry, a subdivision to be built in the town of Moreau by The Michaels Group Homes development company. Forty-nine units are planned.

By Jill Nagy

Michaels Group Homes plans to begin work this fall on a new 49-lot subdivision at the intersection of Fort Edward and Bluebird roads in the town of Moreau.

The development, called Winterberry, will consist of ranch-style and two-story homes on lots of approximately half an acre each, according to the company

Luke Michaels, principal at Michaels Group Homes in Malta, said he expects to begin work on roads and utilities this fall and have a model home ready to open in the spring. The exact layout of the subdivision has not been determined nor have prices for the homes, he said.

Paws4Obedience Training School For Dogs Moves Into New South Glens Falls Building

September 14, 2018September 14, 2018

Brianna Rabine, left, and Lora Bacharach, pose with family and canine friends at Paws4Obedience, a dog obedience training school they operate in South Glens Falls.

By Jill Nagy

Two Glens Falls women parlayed their love for canines into a thriving dog obedience training school in South Glens Falls.

In August, Paws4Obedience moved into new, larger quarters to accommodate a growing clientele.

The new facility, at 1638 Route 9—across the street from the former facility—was opened with an all-day celebration that collected four or five crates of food, toys, and other accessories for shelter dogs. It also raised more than $500 for the shelters and for Woofs for Warriors, a Glens Falls organization that helps veterans acquire service dogs and facilitated the adoption of several rescue dogs.

The two women, Lora Bacharach and Brianna Rabine, opened the business in December. They offer a series of obedience training classes and specialized programs such as therapy dog preparation, off-leash obedience training and competitive sports.

Lake George Land Conservancy 30th Anniversary Event Lauds Accomplishments

September 14, 2018September 14, 2018

Children participate in events at LGLC’s 30th anniversary event in Bolton Landing.
Courtesy LGLC

More than 250 people came out to join the Lake George Land Conservancy (LGLC) at its 30th Anniversary party in Bolton Landing on Aug. 18.

The LGLC organized the family event to honor all of those who have been a part of its history, and welcome those who wished to be part of its future of protecting Lake George.

“We’ve had an amazing 30 years of protecting the land that protects the lake,” said Executive Director Jamie Brown. “Thanks to the many donors, landowners, volunteers, and community partners, more than 10,800 acres of land has been conserved – that’s nearly one acre every day, that is now permanently protected, working to filter water, reduce erosion, and keep Lake George healthy and clean.”

Albany International Airport Project Will Modernize Facility And Ease Traffic Problems

September 14, 2018September 14, 2018

This rendering shows a modernized parking terminal with new LED electronic signs.
Courtesy Albany Airport

New York state has awarded $22.1 million in funding to Albany International Airport as part of a $42.1 million project to modernize the facility.

The grant funding is part of the $200 million Upstate Airport Economic Development and Revitalization Competition passed in the 2017 state budget.

To complement the state’s investment in Albany airport, Gov. Andrew Cuomo announced a $50 million project to construct a new highway connector between the airport and the Northway in the town of Colonie, to ease traffic congestion and provide a more direct route to the airport.

Changing Eating Habits And Sticking To New Regimes Can Be Key To Healthy Nutrition

September 14, 2018September 14, 2018

Lisa O’Donnell Wolfe has been in the fitness industry for 22 years.
Courtesy Lisa O’Donnell Wolfe

By Maureen Werther

In 2006, The American Journal of Clinical Nutrition reported that many diseases that were a direct result of nutritional deficiencies in populations had increasingly given way to chronic diseases related to dietary imbalances and poor nutritional habits.

At the time, the journal pointed to the need to focus on preventive approaches to healthcare that include assessments of nutritional intake on both the individual and the community levels.

Twelve years later, the need for proper nutritional balance and better dietary choices is more urgent than ever. A 2018 article in U.S. News & World Report stated that 39.6 percent of Americans over age 20 are considered to be obese. The figure is up nearly six percent from 2008.

Imaging System Provides More Comfort, Less Confinement For Glens Falls Hospital Patients

September 14, 2018September 14, 2018

Imaging System Provides More Comfort, Less Confinement For Glens Falls Hospital Patients

Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) is said to be one of the most valuable tools available to doctors for the diagnosis of neurological, orthopedic, and cancer conditions.

Glens Falls Hospital officials said they have taken that value to the next level with the addition of a new, enhanced MRI system that offers higher-quality images, faster exam times and greater patient comfort and convenience, particularly for people bothered by feelings of claustrophobia.

The hospital recently invested more than $1.5 million to purchase and install the Siemens MAGNETOM Aera 1.5 T MRI System in its newly renovated MRI Suite located in the Medical Imaging Department on the first floor of the West Wing. The new system replaces an older MRI unit that was housed in the basement of the Pruyn Pavilion. MRI is a non-invasive imaging technology that uses powerful magnets and radiofrequency currents to produce three-dimensional, detailed anatomical images without the use of radiation.

Interior Designers Say The Trend Is For More Casual, Spacious Looks Inside The Home

September 14, 2018September 14, 2018

This open home design was done by Williams & Williams Designers Inc. of Glens Falls.
Courtesy Williams & Williams Designers Inc.

By Susan E. Campbell

The quest for larger, healthier, cozier homes is driving residential interior design trends and is manifest in the colors, textures and atmosphere of living spaces today, say design professionals.

The footprint of today’s homes has generally gotten larger, by about 400 square feet, according to Danny Williams of Williams & Williams Designers Inc. of Glens Falls.

If anyone can make such an estimate, it is Williams. His family business has been creating custom plans for new homes, expansions and renovations since 1916.

Business Report: Zero Energy Commercial Buildings

September 14, 2018September 14, 2018

Warren Evans is a partner with the ReWire Group LLC. Courtesy Rewire Group LLC

By Warren Evans

Zero energy (ZE) commercial buildings are grid-integrated buildings capable of generating as much energy as they consume through advanced efficiency technologies and onsite generation systems such as solar power and geothermal energy.

Beyond the environmental benefits, ZE projects provide owners with significant business value through resilience, employee and tenant retention and the ability to enjoy higher rents. Through intelligent design, clean construction and well-planned financing, developers can substantially increase the value of a commercial building with ZE.

Consider Business Interruption Insurance In The Event Of Flood, Fire Or Natural Disaster

September 14, 2018September 14, 2018

John O’Brien, owner of O’Brien Insurance Agency in Glens Falls.

By Maureen Werther

What would happen to a business if an unforeseen disaster struck? Are businesses prepared to weather the storm and rebuild without breaking the bank? Is a business eligible for business interruption insurance?

Those are some important questions business owners need to know about their coverage.

Business interruption insurance is the part of a policy helps businesses that may suffer damage from a fire, flood, or other type of disaster. It can be as important to your business as fire insurance.

Business Report: The Power Of A Great Benefits Plan

September 14, 2018September 14, 2018

Sherry Finkel Murphy, financial advisor with Northwestern Mutual.

provided by

Sherry Finkel Murphy MS, RICP

The ability to grab and hold on to the best talent is crucial to the long-term success of any business.

One of the most effective ways to keep employees engaged and motivated is by offering them a carefully crafted benefits plan. Along with salary, it’s what employees look at most carefully when deciding whether to join and stay with a firm.

When you give your employees the benefits they value, they’ll likely be more productive, miss fewer workdays and have a higher commitment to helping you build your business. In fact, the LIFE Foundation reports that three in four workers consider benefits a decisive factor in weighing job opportunities.