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Annual Rotary Club Home & Lifestyle Show To Benefit Nonprofits And Youth Scholarships

Posted onFebruary 6, 2019February 7, 2019
Attendees browse exhibits at the Rotary Club Home & Lifestyle Show.
Photo by Brian Carrol

The annual Saratoga Home & Lifestyle Show, the Saratoga Springs Rotary Club’s largest annual fundraiser since 1973, will take place March 1-3 at the Saratoga Springs City Center.

Admission is free of charge, courtesy of the show’s major sponsor, Adirondack Trust Co. The Rotary Club accepts cash and coin donations at the event to benefit Franklin Community Center, a local nonprofit organization.

The show offers 120-plus Home and garden exhibitors plus the work of 25-plus regional artisans.

Now in its 46th year, it features 120 regional exhibitors showcasing a wide range of home improvement services, décor and furnishings, energy-saving products, outdoor living and landscaping, family recreation, and lifestyle products and services. On the City Center’s second floor, a fine art and craft event showcases artisans such painters, photographers, wood crafters, jewelers, and a winery, all with items for sale.

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Matthew J. Grattan, Southern Chamber Chair For 2019, Says Workforce Development Is Key

Posted onFebruary 6, 2019February 7, 2019
Matthew J. Grattan, chairman of the board of the Chamber Of Southern Saratoga County.
Courtesy Chamber of Southern Saratoga County

Chamber of Southern Saratoga County officials say they have aggressive plans in 2019 to address local and regional issues such as workforce, business development, economic and community concerns—with a focus on alignment with educational institutions, a passion for community and high-profile events, and a willingness to partner with other organizations where practical and effective.

Matthew J. Grattan, director of community and economic development of the Office of the Vice President for Research at SUNY Albany, is the chairman board chairman for 2019.

“The Chamber board along with its dedicated staff is committed to strengthening our role as a driver of community and economic activity in Southern Saratoga County,” said Grattan. “The Chamber and our members continue to face a challenging business environment in terms of the ability to attract and retain talent and new proposed regulations that could impede growth.”  

He directed attention to the ongoing workforce challenges faced throughout Tech Valley: 

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New Attitudes Salon & Spa Moves Into New Space At 1 Phila Street In Saratoga Spring

Posted onFebruary 6, 2019February 7, 2019
Ruth Boals has moved her New Attitudes Salon & Spa business from Henry Street to 1 Phila St. in Saratoga Springs. She has worked as a licensed cosmetologist for 36 years.
©2019 Saratoga Photographer.com

By Christine Graf

Local business owner Ruth Boals recently relocated New Attitudes Salon & Spa from Henry Street to 1 Phila St. in Saratoga Springs. 

The city native spent most of her life in Florida. She returned 10 years ago to care for her ailing grandmother.

“I like Saratoga and always wanted to come back because I thought it was beautiful,” said Boals. 

She is putting the finishing touches on her new space in the lower level of 1 Phila St., just off Broadway. Previous tenants included shoe store Stephanie Anne’s and Reruns Consignment.

“I totally changed the space, and it’s still not done,” said Boals. 

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GlobalFoundries-Malta Foundation Hands Out 46 Grants In Community, Totaling $165,500

Posted onFebruary 6, 2019February 7, 2019

The GlobalFoundries-Town of Malta Foundation has awarded 46 grants totaling $165,500 for local organizations and community projects.

Since its inception, the Foundation formed by GlobalFoundries and Malta has donated more than $1 million to the Malta community.

Following are the organizations that received grants and their respective amounts.

• Saratoga Bridges, $12,250 to complete phase III improvements of the Community Home.

• CAPTAIN Community Human Services, $5,000 to provide personal care products and clothing.

•  Shelters of Saratoga, $1,000 for street outreach and supplies to Malta residents in need

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Adirondack Trust Co. Opens New Branch On Site Where Building Was Destroyed By Fire

Posted onFebruary 6, 2019February 7, 2019
Officials cut the ribbon at the formal opening of the new Adirondack Trust Co. branch in Wilton. The branch at 650 Maple Ave., replaces one that was destroyed by fire in 2017.
That photo is Courtesy Adirondack Trust Co.

The Adirondack Trust Co. opened the newly rebuilt Wilton branch at 650 Maple Ave., Wilton in January.

The previous branch, at the intersection of Northern Pines Road, was destroyed by fire in 2017.

The new Wilton Branch interior was designed by Ed Rovetto of Rovetto Design and features a dynamic, curved teller station; high ceilings; exposed wood; and a full-wall rendering of the Adirondacks at sunset by photographer Jonathan Zaharek.

Michael Phinney of Phinney Design was the principal architect, and Munter Enterprises built the branch. It also includes new teller cash recyclers, which officials said will help employees process customer transactions faster.

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County Prosperity Partnership Launches Mentoring Program For Emerging Businesses

Posted onFebruary 6, 2019February 7, 2019

The Saratoga County Prosperity Partnership has launched a business mentorship program it says will connect owners of small- and medium-sized businesses with successful entrepreneurs to share their expertise and support the growth of emerging companies.

Protégés are being sought for the Circles of Seven (C7) mentorship experience, through which seven established business leaders will each meet monthly with six protégés over the next nine months. 

Mentors will offer knowledge gained from their experiences in growing their own businesses, while protégés will have an outlet to discuss business challenges, both with mentors and business owners who may be facing similar obstacles, the economic development organization said. 

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Ribbon Cafe Wins People’s Choice Award At 21st Chowderfest Attended By 40,000 People

Posted onFebruary 6, 2019February 7, 2019
Officials say some 40,000 people attended the annual Chowderfest in Saratoga Springs.

Ribbon Cafe in Ballston Spa was the big winner at the 21st annual Chowderfest held on Saturda in and around Saratoga Springs.

Event-goers sampled a variety of chowder from participating vendors for $1 and voted for their favorite. Winners were chosen in seven categories.

The winners are as follows:

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‘Refine’ Fitness Center In Saratoga Springs Offers Private And Small Group Instruction

Posted onFebruary 6, 2019February 7, 2019

By Jill Nagy

Lyndsay Patel and Paul Koval, center, owners of Refine fitness center on Henry Street in Saratoga Springs, pose with one of their trainers, Shane Stiel.

For people looking for a change from large-group fitness classes, a new Saratoga Springs facility offers private and small-group classes. 

Refine, located at 35 Henry St., has a staff of four trainers providing classes to individuals and groups of up to six people.

Refine is owned and operated by Lyndsay Patel and Paul Koval, both experienced fitness trainers. Koval has been a trainer for more than 10 years. Patel, who had been teaching group classes, first went to a private trainer five years ago and aims to share that experience.

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Adirondack Thunder Hockey Team Visits Senior Citizens At The Wesley Community

Posted onFebruary 6, 2019February 7, 2019
Adirondack Thunder players, from left, Dylan Walchuk, Will Smith and Dillon Kelley, spent an afternoon in January engaging with seniors and staff at the The Wesley Health Care Center.
Courtesy Adirondack Thunder

The Wesley Community hosted players from the Adirondack Thunder, the ECHL affiliate of the New Jersey Devils, for a special visit with seniors residing at the Wesley Health Care Center in January.

The players spent the afternoon participating in various activities and handing out Thunder memorabilia and collectible items to residents at the long-term care center.

On the following day, the Adirondack Thunder in turn welcomed nearly 75 residents and staff from The Wesley Community to its home game against the Wheeling Nailers at Cool Insuring Arena.

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Saratoga County Gets $4.3M From State For Development Projects: SPAC Garners $1.7M

Posted onJanuary 10, 2019January 11, 2019
SPAC will get some $1.7 million from the state for renovations and marketing.
©2019 Saratoga Photographer.com

Saratoga County received some $4.3 million  in economic and community development funding through Round VIII of the Regional Economic Development Council initiative. The funding covers 10 projects.

The money is part of $67 million awarded to 95 projects in the Capital Region. The state awarded a total of $763 million statewide.

Key among the local funding was $1,695,000 awarded to Saratoga Performing Arts Center for two different projects.

Some $195,000 is for a multi-media marketing campaign designed to increase cultural tourism.  SPAC will increase cultural tourism to Saratoga Springs and the Capital District overall, by creating and executing an integrated marketing campaign (Television, Digital/Social media and print) to promote it as a world class arts and culture destination to travel decision makers in suburban communities.

Some $1 million is to replace aging infrastructure and provide new facilities. These facilities will include classroom and gathering spaces that will be utilized in expanding educational programs, audience development and community engagement activities benefiting the diverse and underserved populations.

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