Month: September 2024

Popular Lake Desolation Meeting Place Now Run By Experienced Restaurant Entrepreneurs

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Tinney’s Tavern, a longtime favorite of outdoor enthusiasts, is now operated by new owners Sean and Jamie Wilcoxon with Bill and Karen Miller.
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By Helise Stamos

Tinney’s Tavern, a beloved local establishment since 1952, is under new ownership. In May 2024, Sean and Jamie Wilcoxon, alongside Bill and Karen Miller, took the helm of the historic restaurant, situated on the outskirts of Saratoga Springs, with a scenic backdrop of Lake Desolation.

Sean Wilcoxon brings 27 years of experience in the restaurant industry to Tinney’s Tavern, while Bill Miller, who also owns Performance Industrial, a local cleaning company, contributes his business experience. 

The tavern, known for its strong ties to the community, attracts a diverse crowd year-round, including bicyclists, motorcyclists, hikers, kayakers, and snowmobile enthusiasts. The outdoor patio, which offers a stunning view of Lake Desolation, is a popular spot for diners to enjoy the restaurant’s varied menu. The menu includes customer favorites such as wings, burgers, fish and chips, wood-fired pizzas, and seasonal offerings. Live music is a regular feature, with bands performing on Thursdays once a month. 

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Business Briefs: September 2024

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The Saratoga Springs History Museum has announced the introduction of a new, cutting-edge self-guided audio tour, bringing history to life like never before through the power of Artificial Intelligence (AI). This innovative experience is the first of its kind in Upstate New York, offering museum visitors an immersive journey through the Gilded Age with AI-narrated stories and carefully curated ambiance.

After months of work, the museum’s new audio tour encapsulates the rich atmosphere and diverse narratives of Saratoga Springs. The tour is enhanced with period-specific sounds and music, transporting guests back to the 1800s and ensuring an authentic historical experience. With over four hours of content covering more than 200 historical artifacts, visitors will gain a deeper understanding and appreciation of the stories that shaped the region.

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Loud Media has announced it has rebranded its local radio stations in Saratoga Springs and Glens Falls/Lake George. Star Radio and Lake George Radio became 93.3 Lake FM and 93.5 Lake FM.

Ricki Lee, CEO of Loud Media, said, “We own several radio stations in the area, and we wanted to serve our communities and our clients better. So we’ve decided to rebrand all of our radio stations under a singular brand. This allows us to have a consistent sound playing the greatest hits from the ‘70s ‘80s and ‘90s and to broadcast more locally-produced radio shows and content.”

Walt Adams will host the flagship morning show starting at 7a.m. Rick Foxx is joining Lake FM to host mid-mornings from 10a.m. to 3p.m., including a new Top 10 at 10 feature, playing 10 songs from one year along with trivia and throwback memories from that same year. Marissa will be hosting a show from 3p.m.-7p.m., and then it’s ’Totally 80s’ from 7a.m.-9a.m. 

Jerry Crouth will host a newly focused ‘Oldies Show’ on Saturday mornings, and the Jazz Show has a new time on Sunday from 7a.m. to 9a.m. 

For more information visit https://www.lakefm.com/

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Ollie’s Bar And Grill Provides A Welcoming Atmosphere For Locals And Tourists Alike

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Justin Orozco strands ready to serve customers at Ollie’s Bar and Grill, which he opened recently in Schuylerville.
Courtesy of Ollie’s Bar and Grill`

By Jill Nagy

Ollie’s Bar and Grill, a new gathering place in Schuylerville, sits at the busy intersection of Routes 9 and 29. 

Since opening in April, business has been “very good, no complaints,” said owner Justin Orozco.

“It’s something I’ve always wanted to do,” Orozco added, and the location he chose — the former Giapetto’s  Italian Restaurant at 120 Broad Street — seemed ideal. “I’m super happy and super excited to be  here.” 

People are finding their way to Ollie’s and Orozco reports that he already has a group of regular customers, along with tourists and people on their way to or from the track. He offers a casual atmosphere and thinks his customers are finding a bit of a “Cheers” vibe.

In addition to the bar, Ollie’s is a full restaurant, Orozco said: hamburgers, wings, and fries being popular menu items. He grew up helping out at his parents’ establishment, the Green Acres Tavern in  Greenwich. Now his mother, Janice Bravo, is returning the favor as one of Ollie’s chefs; the other is Tom Rieler. Six or seven other employees round out the crew.

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