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Friday, May 17 2013
Community Hospice wants you to Walk for Hospice! Please take a moment to register at http://www.walk4hospice.org . Let your family, friends and co-workers know you are stepping up for Hospice. When you register you can learn about this year's prizes* for fundraising, who are the top fundraisers, what teams have registered and lots more. Your success is a click away! Come out to walk with us ...read more
Categories: Human Interest, Community, General News Article
Friday, May 17 2013
The Internal Revenue Service announced today additional details about the closures planned for Friday, May 24, Friday, June 14, Friday, July 5, Monday, July 22 and Friday August 30. Due to the current budget situation, including the sequester, all IRS operations will be closed on those days. This means that all IRS offices, including all toll-free hotlines, the Taxpayer Advocate Service and the ...read more
Categories: General News Article, Human Interest, Community
Friday, May 17 2013
The 22nd annual fundraising golf tournament to benefit Make-A-Wish Northeast New York will be held on Monday, June 3 at Mohawk Golf Club, 1849 Union Street in Niskayuna. The event is sponsored by Kingsway Community of Schenectady with Benita Zahn of News Channel 13 as Honorary Chair. The tournament is a 4-person scramble format with a shotgun start. The $175 cost per player includes lunch, cart, ...read more
Categories: Community, Human Interest, General News Article
Friday, May 17 2013
Ellis Medicine has announced the promotion of its new Director of Neurosciences, Jeff Winacott, RN. He will lead Ellis’ world-class Neurosciences Center and New York State Designated Stroke Center. Winacott joined Ellis in October 2012 as Site Administrator for the Medical Center of Clifton Park. Under his leadership, the Medical Center of Clifton Park successfully changed the landscape of ...read more
Categories: Human Interest, Community, General News Article
Friday, May 17 2013
Mark your calendar and plan to join Umbrella of the Capital District at Proctor’s GE Theater on Friday, June 7 from 6 to 9:30 p.m. for Art of the Umbrella 2013. This event will be a fantastic evening of wonderful art, fabulous food and the opportunity to bid on fantastic original works created by artists from throughout the Capital Region. Proceeds from the event will go to support Umbrella ...read more
Categories: Community, Human Interest, General News Article
Friday, May 17 2013
McNamee, Lochner, Titus & Williams P.C. Attorney Kenneth L. Gellhaus obtained an uncommon denial of debt forgiveness in the case of Ross v. Wolpe that preserved McNamee’s clients’ ability to collect a large judgment from individual debtors who had sought bankruptcy protection in the fall of 2009 to avoid paying the debt. The decision was issued by Chief Judge Robert Littlefield, ...read more
Categories: General News Article, Human Interest, Community
Thursday, May 16 2013
Style That Makes Cents will offer a Buhrmaster Farmstand this Saturday, May 18, from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. at 6 Woodland Avenue, Schenectady.
Categories: Human Interest, General News Article, Community
Thursday, May 16 2013
Town of Glenville Supervisor Chris Koetzle and Economic Development Liaison Councilman Alan Boulant are pleased to announce that applications be accepted for the town's 2013 Sign Replacement Grant Program until 5 p.m. on Friday, June 14. This sign grant program, funded through a $12,500 REDI (Revitalization and Economic Development Investment) fund is designed to enhance the attractiveness of ...read more
Categories: Human Interest, Community, General News Article
Thursday, May 16 2013
Please join Musicians of Ma'alwyck to perform a concert of violin and guitar music to benefit the Albany Symphony today, Friday, May 17 at 7 p.m. at The Stedman House, 410 Loudon Road, Loudonville. This Classical guitar and violin program entitled “Rhapsody” is a collection of lively and beautiful Eastern European pieces. Come enjoy this home tour, concert and light refreshments. ...read more
Categories: Human Interest, General News Article, Community
Thursday, May 16 2013
The Speckled Hen, a primitive gift shop 38 Saratoga Road, Scotia, is pleased to announce they are the area’s exclusive retailer for jewelry by The Artist Jay. Made in North Carolina, this handmade jewelry includes rings, earrings, bracelets and pendants, and are all made with recycled lightweight aluminum or other recycled metals. For more information and to see a complete catalog of this ...read more
Categories: General News Article, Community, Human Interest
Tuesday, May 14 2013
Please join Mazzone Hospitality for their 6th Annual Italian Cooking Show on Wednesday, June 5, 6:30 p.m. at Glen Sanders Mansion, One Glen Avenue, Scotia. Chefs for the evening will be Angelo Mazzone and Joseph Viscusi. Angelo and Joseph will prepare a special menu for your enjoyment. One bottle of wine per table will be provided with a cash bar available following. Donation is $40 per person, ...read more
Categories: General News Article, Community, Human Interest
Tuesday, May 14 2013
Downtown Schenectady’s restaurants and shops will pair up once again for a night of food, shopping, live music and more during the Downtown Schenectady Merchant Mash Up, Thursday, May 16 from 5 to 8 p.m. During the Mash Up, downtown’s restaurants set up food tastings inside downtown shops, while shops offer nightly specials and/or in-store entertainment for the evening. In some cases, ...read more
Categories: Human Interest, General News Article, Community
Tuesday, May 14 2013
One of the biggest parts of social media some businesses tend to fumble over is the social aspect. Too often businesses get caught up in self-promotion or a "just-the-facts" approach while the personal, humanistic aspects of social media go by the wayside. And for the tire industry one seemingly dominated by "necessary" purchases rather than "wanted" ones it may feel ...read more
Categories: Community, Human Interest, General News Article
Tuesday, May 14 2013
On Thursday, June 6 from 5 to 8 p.m., Experience and Creative Design at 510 Union Street, Schenectady will host a fundraiser to support the Junior League of Schenectady and Saratoga Counties. A variety of vendors that cater to the needs of women will have their products on hand. A $5 donation will be collected at the door. To make your reservation, please call 518.374.6885.
Categories: Human Interest, Community, General News Article, Fun Facts
Tuesday, May 14 2013
Tonight is the season finale for Eighth Step's at Proctors, 432 State Street, Schenectady at 7 p.m. in the GE Theatre. Dougie MacLean will perform. Legendary Scottish songwriter, storyteller, guitarist, fiddler and magical performer Dougie MacLean has for many years led an evolution of Scottish music and songs. One of Scotland's most gifted and successful contemporary singer-songwriters, ...read more
Categories: General News Article, Community, Human Interest
Tuesday, May 14 2013
Buzz Media has organized a book launch on Human Rights Panel Discussion for Wednesday, May 22 from 6 to 8:30 p.m. at The Linda WAMC's Performing Arts Studio, 339 Central Avenue, Albany. This panel decision with author Annu Subramanian will focus on human rights violations and how people in the Capital Region can make a difference. The moderator will be Dr. Rudy Nydegger, Ph.D., Chief of the ...read more
Categories: Education, Human Interest, Community, General News Article
Tuesday, May 14 2013
VetHelp has been selected to participate in a Home Depot/Facebook contest to win $25,000. They need you to vote every day in May for them on Home Depot's Facebook page throughout the month of May. Please click on the link below every day to help them win! Together we can do this! Pay It Forward - please ask one other person to vote for them: https://apps.facebook.com/apronsinaction/
Categories: General News Article, Community, Human Interest
Tuesday, May 14 2013
Please join Schenectady JSEC, Inc. for "Developing A Salary Budget Recommendation You Can Sell To The C-Suite on Friday, May 17 from 8:30 to 10 a.m. at Sunmark Federal Credit Union, 1187 Troy-Schenectady Road, Latham. This topic will include government and survey based salary budget data for the 2013 calendar year, including merit budgets, CPI history, forecasts and survey data on structure ...read more
Categories: Human Interest, Education, Community, General News Article
Tuesday, May 14 2013
Please join Sandye's Cafe for a benefit in honor of its one-year anniversary on Thursday, May 23 from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. at 1316 Nott Street, Schenectady. Sandye's Cafe is raising money to support Schenectady High School students with a locally based film entitled "Fast Life." Come celebrate with Sandye and enjoy a fun-filled evening with appetizers, desserts and a live ...read more
Categories: Community, Human Interest, General News Article
Tuesday, May 14 2013
The weather is getting nicer, which means Habitat for Humanity of Schenectady County, Inc. builds are getting up and running, and they need volunteers! All volunteer opportunities will be posted on our new online system, VolunteerHub . It's easy to sign up so check out what's available and let's get started. Visit http://schenectadyhabitat.volunteerhub.com/Events/Index You will need ...read more
Categories: Human Interest, Community, General News Article
Tuesday, May 14 2013
An Artist’s Reception will be held on Saturday, May 18 from 2 to 4 p.m. for the Exhibit: “Eye of the Artist” at the Mabee Farm Historic Site’s George Franchere Education Center, 1100 Main Street, Rotterdam Junction. The exhibit shows a vision of three artists and a congruent view from three perspectives: Fine Art Photography, Watercolors, Pen and Ink and features local ...read more
Categories: Human Interest, Community, General News Article
Tuesday, May 14 2013
Photo from left: Assemblyman James Tedisco’s representative Adam Kramer; Assemblyman Angelo Santabarbara; Regency Jewelers co-owner Richard Poltorak; Jeff Brion, Regency Jewelers; Regency Jewelers co-owner Joseph Delefano; Chamber Ambassadors Margie Miller, Curtis Lumber, and Melissa Kelly, AAA Northway. Regency Jewelers celebrated its grand reopening at 1540 Altamont Avenue, Schenectady ...read more
Categories: Community, Human Interest, Chamber, General News Article
Tuesday, May 14 2013
One HUGE Sale at 1703 Upper Union Street, Schenectady, is now open 7-days a week! Anyone who shops on a Monday or Tuesday from now through June 4 and brings this announcement will get 15% off his or her purchase! Please help spread the word and pass this announcement along to all your family, friends and co-workers! One Huge Sale is open Monday through Wednesday from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m., Thursday ...read more
Categories: General News Article, Community, Human Interest
Tuesday, May 14 2013
Is your teenager, anxious, stressed-out, angry, sad, isolating, avoiding family or social activities? As a parent are you concerned and do you feel helpless? You are not alone, and Peaceful Acres Horses is here to help you restore and improve your relationship and your own joy and fulfillment! Healing with the Herd was established to work with teens and their families as an alternative to and in ...read more
Categories: Community, General News Article, Education, Human Interest
Thursday, May 09 2013
Photo from left: Chamber President Chuck Steiner, Massage Envy Office Manager Kaitlyn Dipalermo; Massage Envy Regional Manager Debbie Sofia; Kirk Lewis and Angelo DeFelippo, Schenectady ARC; Senator Hugh Farley’s representative Michael Mansion. Massage Envy celebrated its grand opening at 410A Balltown Road, Schenectady with a ribbon cutting hosted by The Chamber of Schenectady County on ...read more
Categories: Chamber, Human Interest, Community, General News Article
Thursday, May 09 2013
Leadership Tech Valley, a shared initiative of the Albany-Colonie Regional Chamber and The Chamber of Schenectady County , is a dynamic, interactive program that provides skill development and community immersion experiences that enable participants to grow personally and professionally as they explore issues and opportunities in the Capital Region. Individuals who have demonstrated leadership ...read more
Categories: Education, Chamber, Human Interest, Community, General News Article
Thursday, May 09 2013
Photo: Bumpy’s owners David and Libby Elmendorf (with scissors) are joined by local elected officials along with Chamber Ambassadors, friends, family and employees. Bumpy’s Polar Freeze celebrated its grand opening at 2013 State Street, Schenectady with a ribbon cutting hosted by The Chamber of Schenectady County on May 9, 2013. The ribbon cutting was sponsored by McNamee, Lochner, ...read more
Categories: General News Article, Community, Chamber, Human Interest
Wednesday, May 08 2013
Albany-headquartered EP&M International has been named to event marketer magazine’s first-ever Fab 50 List. As the publication states: “There are good exhibit builders and there are great exhibit builders … In this, the industry’s first-ever listing of the top fabrication partners in the U.S. we cut the fat and cull the herd down to 50 star performers. Behold, the ...read more
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Wednesday, May 08 2013
Former New York State Supreme Court Justice Bernard J. Malone, Jr. has joined the Capital Region’s largest law firm, Whiteman Osterman & Hanna LLP, as Senior Counsel. Justice Malone served as a trial judge on the New York State Supreme Court in Albany for seven years, was a gubernatorial appointee to the Appellate Division in Manhattan for three years and then the Appellate Division in ...read more
Categories: Human Interest, General News Article, Community
Wednesday, May 08 2013
Culligan of Scotia is offering an exclusive, Chamber Members-Only discount for bottled water delivery, including a water cooler! With the most flexible delivery schedules around, your office will love having great-tasking, healthy drinking water whenever you need it! Please click here to read more.
Categories: Community, General News Article, Human Interest
Wednesday, May 08 2013
The Town of Rotterdam and Schenectady County officials announced that Forum Industries, Inc. of Clifton Park, New York has submitted plans to the Town to begin construction at the long vacant Curry Road Plaza. The developer has submitted plans to construct a 2,200 square foot branch for Trustco Bank at the front of the 12-acre site facing Curry Road. The Town Planning Commission will review the ...read more
Categories: Economic, Community, Human Interest, General News Article
Wednesday, May 08 2013
Shaun Mahoney Consulting will host a "New Employee Training Program" on Thursday, June 6 and Friday June 7 from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Siena College in the Massry Commons, The New Hall. This intense two-session training course for new entrants to the workforce in New York's Tech Valley focusing on business disciplines, being professional and building great business relationships. Space ...read more
Categories: General News Article, Education, Community, Human Interest
Wednesday, May 08 2013
The Chamber's new website at www.schenectadychamber.org now offers an Enhanced Listing in its online membership directory. If you currently do not have the Enhanced Listing Package , the cost is just $35 per year to upgrade, and it entitles you to include a description on your business, upload your logo, add a photo gallery and YouTube video as well as a link to your own website and ...read more
Categories: Human Interest, Community, General News Article
Wednesday, May 08 2013
Cafe NOLA at 617 Union Street, Schenectady is offering a full-course dinner menu for Mother's Day for $22.95. Dinner includes an appetizer, soup or salad, dinner and dessert! Choose from:
NY Strip Steak NOLA's Crabcake Baked ham Etouffee specialties Southern fried chicken Plant-based options and more! To make your reservation, please call 518.357.8628. Cafe NOLA will be having Three ...read more
Categories: General News Article, Fun Facts, Community, Human Interest
Wednesday, May 08 2013
Have you ever considered becoming a foster or adoptive parent? Now is the time to take the first step because you can make a difference in a child’s life. Schenectady County is looking for qualified foster parents to help take care of some of Schenectady’s most vulnerable children. Foster parents are needed to provide temporary homes for brothers and sisters being placed together, for ...read more
Categories: Community, Human Interest, General News Article, Education
Wednesday, May 08 2013
Human calculators, nanoscience and visits to some of our region's coolest high-tech places are on tap as the very popular SEMI High Tech U day camp for teens returns this summer, thanks to the Capital Region BOCES Career & Technical School and the Tech Valley Careers Pathways Consortium. SEMI High Tech U will run from Tuesday, July 23 through Friday, July 26 at the University at ...read more
Categories: Education, General News Article, Community, Human Interest
Tuesday, May 07 2013
Join the Downtown Schenectady Improvement Corporation for its fourth in a series of Business Development Workshops called "Alternative Means of Funding" on Thursday, May 16 from 8:30 to 10 a.m. in the Fenimore Gallery at Proctors, 432 State Street, second floor. This series is presented by Amy Amoroso, Business Advisor for the NYS Small Business Development Center. These workshops are ...read more
Categories: General News Article, Human Interest, Education, Community
Tuesday, May 07 2013
On Thursday, May 30 from 4 to 7 p.m. Elicia McMullen, RD will be hosting a Gluten-Free Expo at ShopRite of Niskayuna, 2333 Nott Street East, Niskayuna. This event is free to attend, and there will be information and nutrition tips on the gluten-free diet, free samples, recipes and coupons throughout the store! For more information, please contact Elicia at 518.491.0050 or email ...read more
Categories: Education, General News Article, Community, Human Interest
Tuesday, May 07 2013
Karen Wallo is offering Peaceful Acres Horses a wonderful solution to boring and time-consuming fundraisers. Karen has several pieces of original art that she has selected for this benefit sale that will raise money for the care of the rescued horses at Peaceful Acres Horses. Karen will donate 15% from the sales of any artwork to help feed the horses and donkeys. You can visit Karen's website ...read more
Categories: Human Interest, General News Article, Community
Tuesday, May 07 2013
Photo: Front row from left: Randall Hogue Jr., SACC TV; SACC TV Executive Director Randall Hogue Sr.; SACC TV Vice President Janice Thompson; SACC TV President Lou Ismay; City of Schenectady Councilman Vince Riggi; Chamber Ambassador Maya McNulty, Up In Your Business; Assemblyman James Tedisco’s representative Adam Kramer. Back row from left: Chamber Ambassador Jeff Desnoyers, Pioneer Bank; ...read more
Categories: Chamber, Community, Human Interest, General News Article
Tuesday, May 07 2013
First New York Federal Credit Union is proud to announce and welcome James Alescio as the company’s Controller in the Accounting and Finance Department. James and his family reside in Scotia, NY and he is a graduate from Bentley University with an Accounting degree. Before joining First New York Federal Credit Union, he worked at Trinity Alliance of the Capital Region and brings 15 years of ...read more
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Tuesday, May 07 2013
The Animal Protective Foundation’s (APF’s) third annual “Tails by Twilight” gala will be held on Thursday, May 9 at 6 p.m. at Glen Sanders Mansion in Scotia. This year’s theme is “An Evening in Paris.” Leading the shelter in this effort are honorary chairs, Sondra Stephens and Anthony Kaczmarek, owners of Sondra’s Fine Jewelry in Niskayuna. Stephens ...read more
Categories: General News Article, Education, Human Interest, Community
Tuesday, May 07 2013
Join The Stakeholders for the Inaugural Stakeholders Town Hall Forum on Wednesday, May 22 from 7:30 to 10:30 a.m. at Hilton Garden Inn, 235 Hoosick Street, Troy. Did you know New York is ranked number 50 among all states for the rate of volunteerism and ranks 334th out of 366 metropolitan areas in charitable giving? Why are the figures so low? How do we fare in the Capital Region? Why don't ...read more
Categories: Human Interest, Community, General News Article
Tuesday, May 07 2013
Please join miSci for a fabulous evening on Friday, May 10 from 6 to 8:30 p.m. to celebrate the new miSci (formerly the Schenectady Museum) at 15 Nott Terrace Heights, Schenectady. Enjoy an evening of gourmet cuisine, premier networking, a silent auction, live music and a ground fireworks display capping off The Big Bang! Music is being provided by the New York Players Jazz Quartet. Cocktail ...read more
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Tuesday, May 07 2013
Please join Potratz Partners Advertising on Wednesday, May 22 from 1 to 6 p.m. for a Career Fair at their office, 31 Lafayette Street in Schenectady. Come learn about the many exciting openings they currently have: Graphic Design; Video Editors /Videographer; Account Management; Online Marketing and more! Remember to bring your resume! Potratz is a full-service advertising agency, located in ...read more
Categories: Community, General News Article, Human Interest
Tuesday, May 07 2013
On Wednesday, May 1 through Friday, May 31 in the Franchere Visitor Center, Mabee Farm Historic Site, 1080 Main Street, (Route 5S), Rotterdam Junction. The Mabee Farm will host Eye of the Artist, a Congruent View from three perspectives. Fine Art Photography, Watercolors, Pen and Ink, by Frank F. Gilmore, R.A., Ann Norsworthy-Rigley, and Ralph Rosenthal, all of Schenectady County will be on ...read more
Categories: Community, Education, General News Article, Human Interest
Tuesday, May 07 2013
The Upper Union Street, Schenectady, BID is seeking artists for the 8th Annual Strawberry Fest & Art Show on Saturday, June 15 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Registration forms are available on line at www.upperunionbid.org or by contacting Nell Burrows at 518.370.0662 or nburrows@nycap.rr.com .
Categories: Community, General News Article, Human Interest
Tuesday, May 07 2013
Exercise and win an iPad® Mini? Eat better and get a Vitamix® blender? Yes! These are just some of the great prizes that are up for grabs in the CDPHP® Get Healthy & Win sweepstakes. In exchange for using CDPHP® InMotionSM and CaféWellTM to track their fitness and nutrition activity, participants will be entered into bi-weekly drawings for a variety of valuable prizes. ...read more
Categories: Education, General News Article, Human Interest, Community
Tuesday, May 07 2013
Schoharie Area Long Term (SALT) is pleased to announce that Dance Flurry is sponsoring a Homespun Barn Dance to benefit SALT flood recovery efforts on Saturday, May 11 from 7:30 a.m. to 10 p.m. at the Knox Octagon Barn, 588 Middle Road (Rte. 262) Knox. The dance will feature live fiddle music by Tamarack. Caller Paul Rosenberg will lead fun, simple dances from the U.S. and around the world, ...read more
Categories: Community, General News Article, Human Interest
Thursday, May 02 2013
Many of the Chamber’s small business members have requested information and assistance with managing cash flow. This article is the first in a series of articles on managing cash flow that will hopefully give you more understanding, tools, and actionable steps to better manage your cash flow. In the game of business, financial statements are the key tool to help you keep score. If you ...read more
Categories: Community, Education, Chamber, Economic, General News Article
Thursday, May 02 2013
The Office of General Services is committed to providing companies owned by minority group members and women with maximum practical opportunities to sell their products and services to New York, in accordance with state law and regulations. Each year, OGS contracts with private sector firms for millions of dollars of services and products, representing a steady flow of taxpayer dollars back into ...read more
Categories: Community, Education, Chamber, Economic, General News Article
Thursday, May 02 2013
The employer mandate, which takes effect in January 2014, will be the first time that a federal mandate requires employers to offer prescribed health care coverage or potentially face a penalty (see the Coverage or Penalty Chart). The specifics on how this will affect your business depend on a number of factors, including whether you are a small employer or an applicable large employer, whether ...read more
Categories: Community, Education, Chamber, Economic, General News Article
Thursday, May 02 2013
Scotia Wine & Spirits will hold a special wine tasting event to benefit the campaign to cure Multiple Sclerosis on Friday, May 3 from 4 to 7 p.m. at 221 Mohawk Avenue, Scotia. Please do what you can to move toward a world free of MS. For every featured bottle of wine sold now and Friday, May 3, $2 will be donated to Walk MS. In addition, three liquor gift sets valued at $50 retail will be ...read more
Categories: General News Article, Human Interest, Community
Wednesday, May 01 2013
Photo from left: Downtown Schenectady Improvement Corporation Executive Director Jim Salengo; City of Schenectady Councilwoman Leesa Perazzo; Wandering Dago owners Andrea Loguidice and Brandon Snooks; City of Schenectady Councilwoman Peggy King; Chamber Ambassadors Margie Miller, Curtis Lumber; Tonia Brownell, Glen Sanders Mansion; Mike Horelick, Creative Marketing Concepts. The Wandering Dago, ...read more
Categories: General News Article, Chamber, Community, Human Interest
Wednesday, May 01 2013
NBT Bank North Country/Saratoga Regional President Dan Burke announced that Jerome Mastrianni has been hired as vice president and senior commercial banking relationship manager. In this position, Mastrianni is responsible for developing and managing business relationships with the bank’s commercial customers in the Capital and Saratoga markets. He is based at the NBT Bank of Saratoga. ...read more
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Wednesday, May 01 2013
Robin Flint has joined Ellis Medicine as its Program Director of Cardiac Services in Nursing Administration. Flint will lead Ellis’ nationally recognized cardiac services at The Wright Heart Center. Flint comes to Ellis from Champlain Valley Physician’s Hospital in Plattsburgh, NY where he served as Director in the Cardiovascular Service Line. He also has prior experience as an ...read more
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Wednesday, May 01 2013
On Thursday, May 9 from 5:30 to 8 p.m. come to Johnny's, 433 State Street, Schenectady and enjoy amazing homemade pastas and other fine Italian specialties, door prizes, a wine pull and raffle all while supporting: "Play it Forward," an initiative of the Leadership Tech Valley Class of 2013. During this event, 10% of all food bills will be donated to support the purchase and ...read more
Categories: Community, Human Interest, Chamber, General News Article
Wednesday, May 01 2013
On April 26 Pioneer Bank opened its 17 branch at 843 Route 146 in Clifton Park. This flagship location is designed to give the visitor a banking experience like no other offered in the Capital Region. Customers are greeted by a Guest Services Specialist stationed at an illuminated concierge desk where they can sit at an iPad station, grab a complimentary cup of coffee or connect online with Wi-Fi ...read more
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Wednesday, May 01 2013
Jay Street around City Hall will once again be the place to be in the Capital Region on Sundays as Schenectady Greenmarket moves outdoors on Sunday, May 5. The festive market, which has become a weekly attraction for shoppers from the Capital Region and beyond, takes place from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. The market, which will remain outdoors through October 2013, features more than 70 local vendors who ...read more
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Wednesday, May 01 2013
Hill & Markes and Cleaning Management Institute (CMI) will present a seminar “Healthy Restroom and Floor Care Training” from 8:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Tuesday, May 7at Hill & Markes training facility, 1997 State Highway 5S, Amsterdam. This one-day course delivers expert training from CMI conducted in Hill & Markes’ state of the art training facility. The course is ...read more
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Wednesday, May 01 2013
Six Capital Region BOCES Career & Technical School (Career & Tech) students returned home from Syracuse as state champions on Friday, April 26, after taking first place in the 2013 New York State SkillsUSA competitions in basic vehicle maintenance, computer numerically controlled (CNC) milling, criminal justice action skills, floral design, heating/ventilation/air conditioning (HVAC), and ...read more
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Wednesday, May 01 2013
The Capital Region Human Resource Association (CRHRA) is partening with The Albany Times Union and Astron Solutions to poll local employers to find out the latest trends in compensation and benefits in Tech Valley. Participate in the 2013 Compensation and Benefits Survey today! Survey results will be release by July 1. Visit CRHRA Comp & Benefits survey for details.
Categories: General News Article, Community, Human Interest
Wednesday, May 01 2013
The Chamber offers several strategic opportunities for its business members to get the word out. From advertising in our e-newsletter or our website to display ads in our directory, the choices are widespread and affordable. Click on any one of these subjects for more information: Brochure Rack Space Community Calendar FastTake Advertising FastTake Article Submission Hot Deals and ...read more
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Wednesday, May 01 2013
Brown School, located at 150 Corlaer Avenue in Schenectady, is having an open house on Thursday, May 9 from 5 to 7 p.m. It's a great time to learn more about the school's individualized lesson plans for all students (IGNITE), its writing center, arts programs and education curriculum all within the caring Brown School community. To make your reservation, please call 518.370.0366. Visit ...read more
Categories: Education, Human Interest, Community, General News Article
Wednesday, May 01 2013
Cella Bistro at 2015 Rosa Road, Schenectady is hosting a Mother's Day brunch from 10:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Sunday, May 12. Colleen Pratt and Friends will be playing live music from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. The three course meal is $34 per person, $17 for children (excludes tax and gratuity). To make your reservations, please call 518.381.2081.
Categories: General News Article, Community, Human Interest
Wednesday, May 01 2013
Bow Tie Cinemas and Cablevision Systems Corporation (NYSE: CVC) today announced that they have entered into a definitive agreement under which Bow Tie will acquire substantially all of the Clearview Cinemas theaters from Cablevision. Following the acquisition, Bow Tie Cinemas will become the eighth largest theater circuit in the United States with 388 screens in 63 locations in seven states. The ...read more
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Tuesday, April 30 2013
Bereavement support staff from Haven of Schenectady will present workshops in May on the subject of grief and grieving, and the particular impact sudden loss may have on young people and the community at large. When a Community Grieves, scheduled for Wednesday, May 1, 7 to 8:30 p.m., will offer information and some practical suggestions to help adults, parents, teachers, neighbors help themselves ...read more
Categories: Community, Education, General News Article, Human Interest
Tuesday, April 30 2013
On Thursday, May 2, Kingsway Community will host an Open House at the senior residential campus at 323 Kings Road, Schenectady. The public is invited to attend from 1 to 5 p.m. to visit the different levels of care on the 25-acre campus. Guided tour and refreshments will be provided at each building. Open House is an opportunity to see Kingsway's complete continuum of care and services: ...read more
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Tuesday, April 30 2013
“Art Above,” by artist Ginger Ertz, a Schenectady resident, will be on display in the Farber/Miness Gallery at the JCC of Schenectady. An artist reception will be held at the Schenectady JCC, 2565 Balltown Road, Niskayuna, on Thursday, May 2, from 7 to 8:30 p.m. The exhibit will continue through June 31. Ertz’ soft sculptures will be hanged from the gallery ceiling. A ...read more
Categories: General News Article, Human Interest, Community
Tuesday, April 30 2013
All are invited on Sunday, May 5, for the annual CROP Hunger Walk. Sponsored by SICM (Schenectady Inner City Ministry) and the Church World Service, the walk is a celebration for families and neighbors to walk together to fight hunger in our world. Together we raise awareness and funds for international relief and development, as well as local hunger-fighting. Twenty-five percent of funds will go ...read more
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Tuesday, April 30 2013
It’s official, CAP COM Federal Credit Union’s new Financial Center will be part of the Wolf Road neighborhood. CAP COM received final approval from the Town of Colonie Planning Board on Tuesday, April 23 and is set to begin construction of a new Financial Center in May, pending approval of construction permits. The Financial Center will include a Main Branch and act as a headquarters ...read more
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Tuesday, April 30 2013
Carter Conboy’s William D. Yoquinto and associate Amanda L. Cluff were published in the Winter Edition of ALFA Product Liability Perspectives. Their article “In New York Federal Pre-Emption Does Not Bar Manufacturer Liability When a Tour Bus Rolls Over but the State is Immune From Suit When a Tour Boat Sinks” analyzes the Court’s decisions in Doomes v. Best Transit Corp., ...read more
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Tuesday, April 30 2013
Please join Peaceful Acres Horses for another Fun Friday on May, 10 from 5:30 to 10 p.m. Having fun and building community is what Peaceful Acres Horses is all about at the ranch! Without their amazing compassionate community, they would not be doing the life-saving work they do at Peaceful Acres Horses for People and Horses. So to give back a bit and to build our community they have created Fun ...read more
Categories: Community, Human Interest, General News Article
Tuesday, April 30 2013
Groff NetWorks, LLC is happy to announce the hire of Jerry Ryan as Support Desk Engineer-Level II and Chad Linen as Inside Sales Representative. Groff NetWorks, LLC was founded to help small businesses in Albany, Troy, Schenectady and Latham get the most out of their business technology. Over the years the company has helped many small businesses relieve their technology worries so they can ...read more
Categories: General News Article, Community, Human Interest
Tuesday, April 30 2013
May is open enrollment month for health insurance plans, so now is the time to review your current plan, assess your needs and determine whether you and your employees need to make changes to your health insurance coverage. Please click here to see current plans being offered by The Chamber of Schenectady County. Also note that BlueShield and American General do not participate in this open ...read more
Categories: General News Article, Human Interest, Community
Tuesday, April 30 2013
The Rotary Club of Schenectady is having its Vidalia Onion Sale from now until Thursday, May 9. These large, sweet onions are so delicious that you'll only cry when they're gone! Cost per bag is $12. To place your order today for deliver in mid- to late May, please e-mail Fred Daniels at fhd2@aol.com . All proceeds benefit the Rotary Club of Schenectady and are subsequently donated to the ...read more
Categories: Community, Human Interest, General News Article
Monday, April 29 2013
The Mabee Farm Historic Site invites you to attend its latest Exhibit opening: Building on the Farm: A Legacy of Architecture at the Mabee Farm on Saturday, May 4th. From the stone house to the inn, from the brick house to the barn, the Mabee Farm is home to a number of interesting and important architectural gems. The exhibit focuses on the unique architectural aspects of the current buildings on ...read more
Categories: Community, General News Article, Education, Human Interest
Monday, April 29 2013
The Legends, now in their fourth year, have once again been busy in the off-season, and so has the IBA. This time, like never before! The Legends are thrilled to also announce that they are in detailed planning discussions with Ray and Jeff Legere of Legere Restorations, Inc. of Schenectady. Legere Restorations has taken control of the historic Armory and are in the early stages of turning it ...read more
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Monday, April 29 2013
The deadline of May 8 at 12 noon is fast approaching for the nominations for CEG's 17th Annual Technology Innovation Awards Luncheon. The applications are for both Technology Companies and Individuals working in the Capital Region's technology community. Do you work for or know of an Award Winning Company or Individual? Tell us your story. Award Winners will be recognized in front of ...read more
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Monday, April 29 2013
Special Olympics New York’s 2013 Capital District Spring Games will be held on Saturday, May 11 at Hudson Valley Community College and Saturday, May 18 at Glens Falls High School. Competitions will be held in track and field including runs, walks, throwing and relay events. Nearly 250 athletes and coaches will take part in the Capital District Region Spring Games. Volunteers are needed to ...read more
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Monday, April 29 2013
Photo from left: City of Schenectady Councilman Vince Riggi; City of Schenectady Councilwoman Marion Porterfield; Chamber Ambassador Maya McNulty, Up In Your Business; Owen, Lily and Katie Mastrella; Chris White; KC Creations Jewelry owner Debbie White; City of Schenectady Councilwomen Leesa Perazzo and Peggy King; Chamber Ambassador Donna Gigone, Capital District YMCA. KC Creations Jewelry ...read more
Categories: Chamber, Community, General News Article, Human Interest
Thursday, April 25 2013
Jasmine Restaurant owner Nittaya Raksa (with scissors) is joined by local elected officials along with Chamber Ambassadors, friends and family. Jasmine Restaurant, LLC celebrated its grand opening at 2717 Broadway, Schenectady with a ribbon cutting hosted by The Chamber of Schenectady County on April 23, 2013. The ribbon cutting was sponsored by McNamee, Lochner, Titus & Williams, PC. ...read more
Categories: Human Interest, Chamber, Community, General News Article
Thursday, April 25 2013
Please join Northern River Family Services and General Electric for Champions for Children of the Capital Region on Tuesday, May 7 from 5:30 to 8 p.m. at Hilton Garden Inn, Troy. This year's Champions include: Fenimore Asset Management & FAM Funds The Wright Family Foundation Regional Food Bank of Northeastern New York Phila at Emma Willard School The cost is $800 for a table of ten, $700 ...read more
Categories: Human Interest, Community, Economic
Thursday, April 25 2013
In a collaborative effort between E4p, Inc. and the Upper Union Street, Schenectady Business Improvement District (BID), a 5K run has been added to the Upper Union Street Strawberry Fest & Art Show. The race begins at 9 a.m. on Saturday, June 15. The Upper Union Street BID’s annual Strawberry Fest & Art Show goes from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. All proceeds from the race will be shared by ...read more
Categories: Human Interest, Community, General News Article
Thursday, April 25 2013
Space is available for flea marketers at Style That Makes Cents, 906 Woodland Avenue in the Upper Union Area beginning Saturday, May 4 through September. Spaces are available by the week or the month at very reasonable rates with plenty of parking. For more information or to reserve your spot, please call 518.377.7100.
Categories: Community, General News Article, Human Interest
Thursday, April 25 2013
The Jack Falvo, III Foundation, Inc. invites you to their Cavatelli Dinner Fundraiser on Friday, April 26 and Saturday, April 27 from 5 to 8 p.m. at St. Anthiny's Church, 331 Seward Place (corner of Nott Street and Seward Place), Schenectady. Children under 8 years-old is $6, adults $12 and take out available.
Categories: Community, General News Article, Human Interest
Thursday, April 25 2013
Hundreds of pieces of vintage jewelry from the APF "Tails of Treasure" winter event, along with several new selections will be offered at a special one day sale at La Moda Lisa, 160 Saratoga Road, Glenville on Thursday, May 2 from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. La Moda Lisa will be featuring an open house, with a portion of the proceeds donated to benefit the animals at the APF. There will also be ...read more
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Thursday, April 25 2013
The Schenectady Foundation announced that informational workshops will be conducted on Tuesday, May 7 in the McChesney Room of the Schenectady County Public Library on its Golden Grants programs. Sessions will be held at 10:30 a.m. and at 1:30 p.m. Each session will be approximately 90 minutes in duration. Information to be presented includes: grant requirements and guidelines, criteria and how to ...read more
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Thursday, April 25 2013
Walmart representatives, the town of Niskayuna, and Schenectady County officials today broke ground on the first Walmart “Neighborhood Market” in upstate New York. The new Neighborhood Market store - a smaller footprint option for communities in need of a pharmacy, affordable groceries and merchandise - will be located at 3421 State Street. Construction work will begin immediately and ...read more
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Thursday, April 25 2013
National Grid presented a $40,000 grant to Ener-G-Rotors, Inc., a Cleantech company located in Rotterdam, NY. Ener-G-Rotors is moving towards commercial production of its state-of-the-art, waste-heat-to-electricity appliance, GEN4. The GEN4 is a system that economically converts low temperature heat to carbon free electricity for as little as 1.5 cents per kWh. “The GEN4 will help industrial ...read more
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Thursday, April 25 2013
The Chamber of Schenectady County’s website features a new “Shortcuts to Success” video library to assist members in finding useful information for running their businesses. Topics range from human resources to tax information and employee benefits. Members may not only view the videos, but may also submit their own to help fellow members and promote their areas of expertise. ...read more
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Thursday, April 25 2013
The explosive growth of the senior population is one of the most important demographic developments of the 21st century. Tragically, it is also one of the most disturbing subjects not to be highlighted within the mainstream media as a significant part of our senior population is going hungry. Senior hunger is a local, regional, and national problem of dramatic proportion. According to the Meals On ...read more
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Thursday, April 25 2013
Schenectady County officials announced that Old Dominion Freight Line, Inc. will invest $8.35 million to build a new 40,000 square foot cross dock distribution center at the Glenville Business and Technology Park in Glenville, NY. Earlier today, the County Industrial Development Agency approved the project. Marty Finn, Chairman of the Schenectady County Legislature’s Committee on Economic ...read more
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Thursday, April 25 2013
Fogg’s Automotive is proud to announce it will have a team walking in the Walk MS 2013, Saratoga. The walk will be Sunday, May 5 at the Saratoga Casino & Raceway in Saratoga Springs, NY. Registration is at 9 a.m. This will be the 6th straight year the Fogg family has organized a team for the Upstate NY Chapter of the National MS Society. Millions of people are affected by MS and the ...read more
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Thursday, April 25 2013
Photo: Command Chief YNC (SW) Christel Perry with students from Berne Knox Westerlo Central Schools and representatives from Lane Construction. The Twelfth Annual Capital District Construction Career Days introduced hundreds of area youth to the wide range of career opportunities in the construction industry. The event was hosted by the Navy Operation Support Center in Glenville on Wednesday, ...read more
Categories: Community, Education, General News Article, Human Interest
Thursday, April 25 2013
Photo from left: David Bauer, PAL Board Memeber; Dave Gosstola, SEFCU’s Chief Financial Officer; and Jonathan Phillips, President / Owner of Phillips Hardware. SEFCU, the largest credit union in the Capital Region, contributed $5,000 to the Police Athletic League (PAL) as part of a recently approved commercial loan to Phillips Hardware. PAL, the provides numerous educational, recreational, ...read more
Categories: Community, General News Article, Human Interest
Monday, April 22 2013
Looking for volunteer opportunities with Schenectady Habitat? Now you can see what’s available anytime and sign up for available opportunities via thier new online registration system. Karen McLane will be posting new opportunities as they arise so check back frequently to see how you can get involved. They will be listed by date and categories like Construction, ReStore, Special Events so ...read more
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Monday, April 22 2013
Jeff Desnoyers, Business development Officer and Branch Manager at Pioneer Bank, 1828 Altamont Avenue and Donna Gigone, Executive Director at the Greater Glenville Family Branch of the Capital District YMCA, were recognized by the Chamber and their fellow Chamber Ambassadors as co-Ambassadors of the Quarter for the first quarter of 2013. Jeff and Donna earned this recognition for their commitment ...read more
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Monday, April 22 2013
The Tri-City ValleyCats have announced the second edition of the Heritage Series Bobblehead Collection, 1994 Albany-Colonie Yankee Mariano Rivera. The first 1,500 fans through the gates on Capital Region Baseball Heritage Night, Monday July 22, will receive a Rivera bobblehead. Rivera joins last season’s inaugural bobblehead, Derek Jeter, as the first two in the Heritage Series Collection. ...read more
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Monday, April 22 2013
The American Red Cross Northeastern New York Region (ARCNENY) recently announced the appointment of Julie Parlato (of Buffalo, NY), as Regional Preparedness Associate. Parlato graduated from the University at Albany in January, 2013 and has held positions with ARCNENY as a New York State AmeriCorps member in the fall of 2012, and was a Leadership Development Intern for the Preparedness Department ...read more
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Monday, April 22 2013
SmartStart UNYTECH is the premier Upstate NY venture forum which will take place from Wednesday, May 15 through Thursday, May 16 at the Desmond Hotel, Albany. This is where VC firms look to see the best that the state has to offer for deal flow. Now in its 13th year, SmartStart UNYTECH has to date highlighted 285 high-quality companies from throughout the state and beyond to the VC community, and ...read more
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Monday, April 22 2013
CDPHP® is proud to announce the company has once again received a financial strength rating of “A+” or “Excellent” from Weiss Ratings, the nation’s leading independent provider of ratings and analyses of financial services companies, mutual funds, and stocks. According to the Weiss Ratings Team, “This rating recognizes CDPHP as a ‘Weiss ...read more
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Monday, April 22 2013
SuperPower is pleased to once again be co-organizing and sponsoring the Third NYS Superconductor Technology Summit, which will be held on Monday, May 6 through Tuesday, May 7 at the College of Nanoscale Science and Engineering's (CNSE) Albany Nanotech Complex in Albany. The central location and world-class facilities will highlight New York State's robust superconductivity industry. The ...read more
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Friday, April 19 2013
Socha Management, Inc., a premier, family-owned real estate company in Glenville, was the proud host of a groundbreaking ceremony Tuesday morning at the site of its new mixed-use building, located along the busy Route 50 corridor. The groundbreaking marked the official start to the next chapter in Socha Management’s history. The $10 million building, which is slated to open in 2014, will ...read more
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Friday, April 19 2013
Please join the AIDS Council of Northeastern New York on Thursday, April 25 as they celebrate the 10th Anniversary of Dining Out For Life! Dine out at more than 80 participating restaurants, and a portion of your bill is automatically donated to the AIDS Council of Northeastern New York. All money raised directly, help those living with HIV/AIDS in our community. For more information or to see a ...read more
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Tuesday, April 16 2013
Please join General Electric, Baptist Health Nursing and Rehabilitation Center and The Merriam Agency as they host the 6th Annual 5K Run/Walk to benefit The Joan Nicole Prince Home on Saturday, May 18 at 8 a.m. in Collins Park, Scotia. Come support a local not-for-profit who is dedicated to providing compassionate care to the residents they serve. Cost is $20 and the fee includes: All ...read more
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