Christopher Kay is president and CEO of NYRA Christopher Kay was named president and CEO of The New York Racing Association, Inc. (NYRA) following unanimous approval by its board of directors at a meeting on June 18. The appointment...
Luxury Apartment Complex to Be Built Along the Hudson River In Mechanicville
The Esplanade on Main Street in Mechanicville, shown in this architect's rendering, will bring 294 luxury apartments to the village when completed in late 2014 By Mark Genovese The Esplanade will not only bring 294 luxury apartments to Main...
Empire State College Bestows Medal Upon Susan Dake, Stewart’s Foundation President
Susan Dake received the Presidential Medal for efforts supporting education. The Presidential Medal, the highest honor awarded by SUNY Empire State College, was presented to Susan Law Dake, president of Stewart's Foundation at the college's Northeast Center 2013 graduation...
Effort Under Way To Have Amtrak Allow Bicycles On Trains Traversing The Region
By Barbara Brewer La Mere Saratoga County, along with others in the region, has scenic bicycle paths that are well used by the many residents who enjoy bicycling for fitness and fun. The paths even link to other counties...
Villa Family Is Back In The Pizza Business With New Location At 223 Lake Avenue
Barney Villa is back in the pizza business with Barney's Pizza on Lake Ave, displaying one of his creations with daughter Tina Villa, who manages the business By Brittany Svoboda With the same family recipes that have been around...
Capital-Saratoga Region Is Among Sites Agreed Upon By NY State To Get A Casino
State government leaders have an agreement on the casino gambling issue that could pave the way for Saratoga County being one of four places where a state-sanctioned casino will be established and operated. On June 19, Gov. Andrew M. Cuomo,...
Annual 5K Race Goes Thru GlobalFoundries
The Malta Business and Professional Association will host its fourth annual 5K road race on Saturday, Sept. 7, starting at 8:30 a.m. in Malta's two technology parks: NYSERDA's Saratoga Technology and Energy Park and Luther Forest Technology Campus. With...
Creative Promotional Products, Branding Is The Mission Of ‘Innovative Products’
Tricia Rehn and Matt Rogers started Innovative Products to provide businesses with creative, practical and cost-effective promotional merchandise and branding solutions By Susan E. Campbell Promotional products may not cost the biggest buck or cause the biggest bang, yet...
Jeans for Charity Program raised $656 for Maxfield Food Pantry
Hudson River Community Credit Union (HRCCU) employees recently donated $656 to the Maxfield Community Food Pantry as a result of their Jeans for Charity Program. On the first Friday of each month, HRCCU employees can wear jeans if they make...
Lola Accessory Boutique On Broadway Offers Scarves, Jewelry, Hats And More
Megan Druckman opened Lola Accessory Boutique at 454 Broadway in Saratoga in June where scarves, jewelry, hats and leather goods are among the offerings By Barbara Brewer La Mere Capital District native Megan Druckman brings her knowledge, acquired from...