Mexican Connection at 41 Nelson Ave., Saratoga Springs, came under new owners Joe Parisi and Brad Smith in 2014, the former serving as executive chef BY LIZ WITBECK Joe Parisi and Brad Smith were best friends growing up, going...
NYRA Adds Top Stakes Races On Travers Day For 147th Meet That Starts On July 24
Two of the biggest days in North American racing will highlight the historic 147th meet at Saratoga Race Course this summer, with the Grade 1, $1.25 million Travers the centerpiece of a supercharged Travers Day and the Grade 1,...
Stored Technology Solutions Inc. Grows, Acquires A Security Solutions Company
Stored Technology Solutions Inc. (StoredTech), a technology solution provider, has acquired a commercial security solutions firm allowing them to now offer security and access systems and services. StoredTech officials said the company will launch a new business unit that...
Saratoga Casino And Raceway Donates $100,000 At It’s ‘Make A Difference’ Event
Saratoga Casino and Raceway officials recently presented a $10,000 check to SUNY Adirondack officials, part of the $100,000 the racing and gaming facility donated to local groups Sixteen local charitable organizations received donations totaling $100,000 at the Saratoga Casino...
Castle & McLennan Insurance Agency In Ballston Spa Acquired By Albany Firm
The partners of HMS Agency, Inc. stand in front of their new office in Ballston Spa. HMS Agency, Inc., a full-service insurance agency in Albany, has acquired Castle & McLennan Insurance Agency, based in Ballston Spa. The purchase of...
Economic Outlook 2015 – James T. Towne
James T. Towne, Esq., principal at Towne Ryan & Partners PC, Saratoga BY JAMES TOWNE The coming 12 months for the legal profession in the Capital Region should mirror the previous 12, showing further improvement in the legal landscape...
Economic Outlook 2015 – Deanna Derway
Deanna Derway, president, Washington County Local Development Corp BY DEANNA DERWAY At the close of each year, we analyze the changes that have occurred in our key economic sectors during the past year, and evaluate the opportunities and challenges...
Economic Outlook 2015 – Mark Shaw
Mark Shaw, president, Stored Technology Solutions (StoredTech) BY MARK SHAW The year 2015 will bring about a number of changes to the IT industry. Two items that are easy to pick off the top are the ending of support...
Economic Outlook 2015 – Paul L. Dowen
Paul L. Dowen, CPA, Whittemore, Dowen and Ricciardelli LLP. BY PAUL L. DOWEN From an economic standpoint, 2014, although not stellar, was definitely a better year than some of its predecessors. I am optimistic about the year that lies...
Economic Outlook 2015 – Stephen Kyne
Stephen Kyne, partner, Sterling Manor Financial LLC BY STEPHEN KYNE The year 2014 had its share of distractions, at home and abroad. The Ukraine, ISIS, Ebola, riots, mid-term elections, lost airliners, the end of "stimulus", and immigration, to name...