Heart Attack Treatment Wins Hospital An Award

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Glens Falls Hospital has received the Mission: Lifeline Bronze Receiving Quality Achievement Award for implementing specific quality improvement measures outlined by the American Heart Association for the treatment of patients who suffer severe heart attacks.

According to the association, every year, more than 250,000 people experience an ST elevation myocardial infarction (STEMI), the deadliest type of heart attack caused by a blockage of blood flow to the heart that requires timely treatment. To prevent death, it is critical to restore blood flow as quickly as possible, either by mechanically opening the blocked vessel or by providing clot-busting medication.

The American Heart Association’s Mission: Lifeline program goal is to reduce system barriers to prompt treatment for heart attacks, beginning with the 9-1-1 call and continuing through hospital treatment.

“Glens Falls Hospital is dedicated to improving the quality of care for our patients who suffer a heart attack, and the American Heart Association’s Mission: Lifeline program is helping us accomplish that goal through nationally respected clinical guidelines,” said Barbara McDermott, director of cardiac and critical care services for Glens Falls Hospital. “We are pleased to be recognized for our dedication and achievements in cardiac care, and I am very proud of our team.”

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NYS Makes $1.8 Million Available To Help Businesses Establish Clean Heating, Cooling

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The New York State Energy Research and Development Authority (NYSERDA) announced the availability of up to $1.8 million for community campaigns to help residents and businesses install clean heating and cooling systems.

Increasing the use of clean heating and cooling technology will play a major role in achieving the state goal of reducing greenhouse gas emissions 40 percent by 2030, officials said.

Alicia Barton, NYSERDA president and CEO, said, “Clean heating and cooling systems will provide users with energy bill savings, increased comfort levels and health benefits compared to conventional heating and cooling technologies. It’s a win-win for consumers and the environment and is vital to meeting Governor Cuomo’s nation-leading goal to reduce greenhouse gas emissions.”

Officials said the Clean Heating and Cooling Community Campaign initiative will bring together groups of potential customers so they can obtain discounts for air and ground source heat pumps, biomass heating and solar heating through aggregated purchases and a simplified procurement process.

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Mannix Marketing Wins National Award For SEO Campaign For Gettysburg Flag Works

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Jessica Tracy, left, of Mannnix Marketing, and Maria Coffey, marketing director at Gettysburg Flag Works, hold an award won by Mannix for an SEO campaign it deceloped for the company.
Courtesy Mannnix MArketing

Mannix Marketing, a digital marketing agency and SEO company based in Glens Falls, was named the winner of the 2017 US Search Awards in the Best Use of Search/Retail  category.

“I can’t express how thrilled I am that Mannix Marketing won Best Use of Search – Retail in the US Search Awards, for our work on the Gettysburg Flag Works website,” said Sara Mannix, founder and CEO of Mannix Marketing. “We partner with our clients to achieve success, so not only is this a tribute to the quality of work of the Mannix Marketing team on this project—led by Jessica Tracy and Amberly Rundell—but it’s also a tribute to our partner Maria Coffey, marketing director at Gettysburg Flag Works.”

“We partner with our clients to achieve success, so not only is this a tribute to the quality of work of the Mannix Marketing team on this project—led by Jessica Tracy and Amberly Rundell—but it’s also a tribute to our partner Maria Coffey, marketing director at Gettysburg Flag Works.”

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‘Moose On The Loose’ Opens Cafe, Across The Street From Its Deli Business On Route 9

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Eric Vreeken, owner of the new Moose on the Loose Cafe in Lake George, poses with employee Heather Morris. Vreeken also owns Moose on the Loose Deli across the street on Route 9.
Photo by Jesse Winters

By Liz Witbeck

It has been a little more than a year since Eric Vreeken and his wife Erin Hunnewell purchased the Moose on the Loose Deli, located in the French Mountain Outlets in Lake George. Already they have expanded, following the success of the first location.

A vacancy opened up across the street, in a space previously occupied by Sammy D’s, in the Adirondack Outlet Mall. Vreeken and his staff seized the opportunity to open up the second location.

Vreeken is a veteran of the restaurant industry. He started his career with his first business, a food distribution company. He sold it to purchase the original Moose on the Loose Deli with his wife. He has worked in food and restaurants for the past 15 years.

The new restaurant, Moose on the Loose Café, opened in November at 1444 Route 9 in Lake George.

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SBA District Gives ‘Large Commercial Lender Of Year’ Award To KeyBank’s Capital Region

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J. Paprocki, (second from right) and Daniel Rickman, (right)of Syracuse District SBA present KeyBank’s Capital Region team with the 2017 Top Commercial Lender of the Year Award.
Courtesy KeyBank

KeyBank’s Capital Region Business Banking team was recently presented with the 2017 Large Commercial Lender of the Year Award by Bernard J. Paprocki, director of the Syracuse Small Business Association District.

In fiscal year 2017, KeyBank approved 32 loans at a Capital Region, leading value of $19.9 million, according to the SBA.

“SBA lending is critical to helping communities thrive, because it ensures that creditworthy businesses have access to the capital they need to start, expand and ultimately bolster the local economy and workforce,” said Greg Novitsky, senior SBA relationship manager, Capital Region, KeyBank. “We’re a proud SBA lending partner and excited the 2017 rankings reflect our commitment to help local businesses.”

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Failing as a Board Member?

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Michael Cruz is president of Lighthouse Advisors LLC, Queensbury.

It is Board transition time.  I recently ran into a friend who was celebrating rolling off a nonprofit board.  That also means there is a new member coming onto that board.

We generally accept board seats because we want to give back to our community.  You are identified (and recruited) to join the board because you have business expertise they want.  We accept the role because we have expertise that will enable a nonprofit to operate better.  And, board seats require our financial support.  So, we do not (and should not) accept the board responsibility lightly.

What is your role as a board member?  It should be to provide guidance to the mission of the organization.  The executive director reports to the board.  Therefore, you become his/her ‘supervisor’.  It requires us to make personal donations.  It also requires us to ensure the organization has a solid strategic plan.  Most importantly, it requires us to ensure that the nonprofit has the resources to accomplish its plan.  All of these responsibilities are covered clearly by the Independent Sector, a national nonprofit dedicated to effectiveness of nonprofits throughout the U.S. in an article called “The Principles for Good Governance and Ethical Practice” that can be found at www.independentsector.org.

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Adirondack Folk School Helps Connect People With Older Crafts Like Blacksmithing

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Scott Hayden, executive director of the Adirondack Folk School, stands outside the facility in Lake Luzerne where people can learn basketry, canoe building, weaving, quilting and woodworking.
Photo by Jesse Winters

By Jennifer Farnsworth

The beauty of the Adirondacks is something that for years many people have worked hard to preserve. The Adirondack Folk School in Lake Luzerne honors the arts, crafts and traditions of the area in a unique way.

It is making a name for itself as the craft school of the Adirondacks.

Based on a Danish folk school teaching model, the school philosophy is to encourage lifelong learning through preserving the traditional arts, crafts, and culture of the Adirondack region.

They offer a hands-on learning experience in over 20 different areas of craft, including basketry, blacksmithing, canoe building, weaving, quilting, woodworking and jewelry making.

Executive director Scott Hayden said in 2017, the school experienced a measurable increase in interest. There was a 40 percent increase in student enrollment. The school  also expanded to neighboring areas to accommodate the increase in numbers.

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‘Arts District Of Glens Falls’ Brings Groups Together To Strengthen Promotional Efforts

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The Glens Falls Symphony is among the arts organizations that comprise the Arts District of Glens Falls. The group is working to connect and cross-promote the city’s arts organizations.
Courtesy Glens Falls Symphony

By Jennifer Farnsworth

There is a lot happening within the arts community in Glens Falls, thanks to the collaborative efforts of the Arts District of Glens Falls. The group is working to connect and cross-promote the city’s arts organizations that are located within a mile of one another.

Kate Austin-Avon, president of the arts marketing firm Advokate LLC, said the Arts District of Glens Falls has been meeting since early 2014 and puts out a monthly arts bulletin of featured events.

The arts organizations involved include the Shirt Factory, LARAC, the Hyde Collection, Chapman Historical Museum, Adirondack Theatre Festival, Art in the Public Eye, Park Theater, the Charles R. Wood Theater, Glens Falls Symphony, Glens Falls Community Theater, Cool Insuring Arena, Crandall Public Library, World Awareness Children’s Museum, and NorthCountryARTS.

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Holiday Gifts Of A More Personal Nature Can Be Found In Many Smaller Area Shops

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Glen Street in Glens Falls takes on a festive look as shop owners prepare for the traditional shopping season. Downtown shoppers can find gifts outside the ordinary in area boutiques.
Photo by Jesse Winters

By Jennifer Farnsworth

The window of opportunity to find the perfect gift is starting to close. Fortunately, people who are looking for personalized and unique gifts don’t need to travel far from home.

From Lake George to Glens Falls, small area businesses are stocked and ready to help people find that special something. Small shops give personalized attention in an atmosphere that brings joy back to gift giving, something that may be harder to find in larger retail stores or shopping malls.

The selection at small businesses ranges from gourmet food to high-end clothing.

At MinkyMink, 203 Glen St. in downtown Glens Falls, owner Maura Forcier said those looking for curated clothing and accessories at affordable prices will find themselves in luck at her shop. She specializes in statement pieces that she describes as modern and comfortably chic.

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Stewart’s Shops Holiday Match Program Will Again Raise Money For Children’s Charities

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Stewart’s Shops is teaming up with its customers once again to raise money for local children’s charities.

The Stewart’s Holiday Match campaign kicked off on Thanksgiving Day and runs through Christmas Day at all shop locations. The program doubles customer donations penny for penny, and has set fundraising records for three consecutive seasons.

“Already having such a sense of community in our shops, the Stewart’s Holiday Match program has proven to be a perfect match for our friendly partners and loyal customers. By joining together, we can support kids in our own neighborhoods, all year long,” said Stewart’s Shops President Gary Dake.

In 2016, customers donated $926,000 to the program, doubling to more than $1.85 million with the Stewart’s match, he said. This was a $100,000 increase over the previous season. The funds were able to support a record 1,737 local children’s organizations across the 31 counties where Stewart’s Shops are located.

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