Saratoga.com logo
Saratoga.com logo
  • Places to Stay
  • Things To Do
  • Food & Drink
  • Events
  • Businesses
  • Travel Guides
Saratoga Business Journal
  • Home
  • New Businesses
  • Business News
  • Business Reports
  • Business Briefs
  • Business Registrations
  • Personnel Briefs
  • Contact Us

Sabor Azteca Mexican Restaurant In Clifton Park Offers Customers An Upscale Experience

Posted onMarch 16, 2021March 16, 2021
Sabor Azteca at 20 Maxwell St. in Clifton Park, once the home of Ruby Tuesday’s. It is the third business venture in the area for the owners.
©2021 SaratogaPhotographer.com

By Susan Elise Campbell

A new restaurant in Clifton Park Center Mall, Sabor Azteca, is offering upscale food and a “taste of the Aztecs” to lovers of authentic Mexican cuisine.

Alejandro Morales and business partner Rafael Escamilla have owned restaurants together since 2004. They opened Pancho’s Restaurant on Central Avenue in Albany and left there to open La Fiesta in Clifton Park.

Sabor Azteca is their third business venture.

“Clifton Park is a big area and has room for another Mexican restaurant, especially one with higher quality ingredients,” Morales said. “Most of these restaurants offer the same food and menu items.”

Morales said Sabor Azteca is distinguishing itself by using “a better grade of meat and seafood, such as hormone-free chicken and gluten-free ingredients. When you use real crab meat instead of imitation, people appreciate that. If they try the dish, they know the difference.”

Read More

Family Plans To Open Italian Deli In The New Rexford Landing Shopping Center

Posted onMarch 16, 2021March 16, 2021
Raffaele’s Italian Deli and Import is a new business coming to the Rexford Landing shopping center on Grooms Road. Owner Raffaele Mele expects to open in late April or early May.
©2021 SaratogaPhotographer.com

By Jill Nagy

A large Italian family is pooling its experience and expertise to create Raffaele’s Italian Deli and Import at the new Rexford Landing shopping center on Grooms Road.

Still under construction, the shop is expected to open in late April or early May.

Raffaele Mele, for whom the enterprise is named, is one of 12 children in a family that immigrated from Calabria in 1973.

After a short time in New York City, the family settled in south Troy, near relatives that were already in the food business. Mele now lives in Clifton Park.

“The family has restaurants all over,” he said, including Latham and Albany and Sarasota, Fla. He has worked in many of them, beginning at age 11. A brother had a pizzeria in the Troy Atrium back in the days when it was a thriving shopping mall.

Mele’s wife, Melinda, and a brother, Francesco, own the business along with him. He expects to have other siblings, nieces and nephews helping out.

Read More

New Shop Off West Avenue In Saratoga Offers Healthy Shakes And Nutritious Teas

Posted onMarch 16, 2021March 16, 2021
Michael Haggerty and Sarah Dauphinais are part owners of Incredible Nutrition in Saratoga Springs. The business produces and sells healthy teas and shakes.
©2021 SaratogaPhotographer.com

by Jennifer Farnsworth

Michael Haggerty, co-owner of Incredible Nutrition in Saratoga Springs, said his new shop started as an idea to help his fellow Saratogians live a healthier lifestyle.

Haggerty said the main goal is to provide healthy and delicious alternatives to a standard diet, with a focus on healthy teas and shakes. They already have favorite tea flavors like the Whitney, a strawberry raspberry pink lemonade, Cranberry Blue Razz and Firecracker.

Haggerty, opened the business in West Hill Plaza at 99 West Ave. in Saratoga Springs. with Sarah Dauphinais and Cynthia Ward—a team on a mission to not only better themselves but others.

Haggerty said they knew they wanted to open a business in the city that they love, adding that when they saw their current location open up as a possibility, they knew they had to act.

Read More

Desire To Move Out Of Large Cities, Is A Factor In Popularity Of West Ave. Condos

Posted onMarch 16, 2021March 16, 2021
Scott Varley of Keller Williams in Saratoga Springs says the West at Saratoga condos are selling well, in part inspired by people moving from large cities during the COVID-19 pandemic.
©2021 SaratogaPhotographer.com

By Andrea Harwood Palmer

The West at Saratoga, at 116 West Ave. in Saratoga Springs, is a luxury high-rise condo inspired by  buyer demand and a desire to live in high-rise condominiums that already exist on Broadway, according to real estate broker Scott Varley of Keller Williams in Saratoga Springs.

He is the listing agent for the condos. He said interest in the condos is running high.

The average sale price of the Broadway condos is well over $1 million dollars, said Varley. The COVID-19 pandemic, coupled with many people working from home, have driven buyers away from larger cities.

“There are many people who would love to live that kind of lifestyle, but at half that price. In the condo category of the Saratoga Springs market, half a million dollars is very reasonable,” said Varley.

“Real estate is the fuel for the engine of a booming economy,” said Varley. “And our area is benefiting from the pivot northward happening in the state right now.”

Read More

Momentive Performance Materials Acquires Silicones Business With Global Facilities

Posted onFebruary 18, 2021February 19, 2021
This is the Momentive Performance Materials facility in Waterford. The company is acquiring KCC Corp. Silicones business in Korea and the United Kingdom.

Momentive Performance Materials Inc., which has a facility in Waterford, has reached a definitive agreement to acquire KCC Corp. Silicones business in Korea and the United Kingdom, as well as its sales operations in China, further enhancing its global capabilities in advanced silicones and specialized applications.
Officials said the acquisition will move the capabilities of KCC’s Silicones business from KCC Corp., Momentive’s majority shareholder, to Momentive, consolidating the companies’ combined capabilities and expertise in advanced silicones.
The company also announced that Ravago Chemicals will serve as its authorized distributor of Momentive products into the plastics industry in the United States and Canada.
Momentive develops advanced silicone and specialty products for customized applications in healthcare, telecommunications, electronics, personal care, construction, transportation, agriculture, energy, and many other industries.

Read More

Price Chopper/Market 32 Will Merge With Grocery Chain Based In Western New York

Posted onFebruary 18, 2021February 19, 2021
This is a Tops Markets store in western New York. Price Chopper will merge with the chain.

Price Chopper/Market 32 has entered into a definitive merger agreement with Tops Markets, a grocery chain based in western New York, that nearly doubles the collective footprints of both in the Northeast, officials said.
Both chains have deep ties to their local communities and shared commitments to service, savings, and convenience, officials said in statement. With increased scale, the merged companies are expected to be better positioned to compete and offer more value and services to their customers.
Scott Grimmett, Price Chopper/Market 32 president and CEO, will be CEO of and serve on the board of directors of the new parent company, which will oversee the operations of nearly 300 Price Chopper, Market 32, Market Bistro and Tops Markets stores and collectively employ more than 30,000 people.
Frank Curci, Tops Markets chairman and CEO, will serve on the board of directors of the new parent company and as a consultant to assist in the transition.
Blaine Bringhurst, Price Chopper/Market 32 executive vice president of merchandising, marketing and store operations, will lead the Price Chopper/Market 32 business. John Persons, Tops Markets president and chief operating officer, will lead the Tops Markets business.

Read More

Local Attorney Toohey Named 2021 Chair Of Saratoga Hospital Board Of Directors

Posted onFebruary 18, 2021February 19, 2021
Michael J. Toohey is chairperson of the Saratoga Hospital board of trustees for 2021.
©2021 SaratogaPhotographer.com

Michael J. Toohey was elected chairperson of the Saratoga Hospital board of trustees for 2021.
The attorney and community leader has served on the board since 2013, most recently as vice chairperson. He also is a member of the board of directors of Albany Medical Center, Saratoga Hospital’s affiliate in the Albany Med Health System.
Joining Toohey on the executive committee of the Saratoga Hospital board are Theresa M. Skaine, vice chairperson; N. Keith Stewart, treasurer; and Heather M. Ward, secretary.
“Our hospital and the Saratoga region benefit enormously from Mike Toohey’s leadership, experience and perspective, especially during these uniquely challenging times,” Saratoga Hospital President and CEO Angelo Calbone said.
Toohey recently retired after more than 45 years with the Law Offices of Snyder, Kiley, Toohey, Corbett & Cox, where he earned a reputation for his expertise in land use, planning, project financing and industrial development. As the author of Planned Unit Development legislation for cities and towns throughout Saratoga County, Toohey has shaped land use and development across the region.
In addition to the hospital boards, Toohey currently serves on the board of the Double H Hole in the Woods Ranch.

Read More

Chris Dowd Is Chair Of Board For 2021 At The Chamber Of Southern Saratoga County

Posted onFebruary 18, 2021February 19, 2021
Chris Dowd is the CEO/president at Ballston Spa National Bank.
Courtesy Chamber of Southern Saratoga County

Ballston Spa National Bank President/CEO Chris Dowd continues his term as Chamber of Southern Saratoga County chair for 2021, as well as being a member of the Capital Region Chamber Executive Committee.
The Chamber of Southern Saratoga County (CSSC) affiliated with the Capital Region Chamber in 2020. Officials said CSSC spent the year offering support to those in the local business community who needed it the most, while tapping into the regional chamber’s advocacy, education, business growth resources and communications abilities.
Dowd has been with BSNB for 20 years this coming July. He was named its president/CEO in 2004.
CSSC said his role greatly helped the organization retain its local influence and impact while providing expanded programs, services and resources to members and the community at-large.
“Given how challenging 2020 was for most, I’m so pleased that the Chamber of Southern Saratoga County had the added resources and clout of the Regional Chamber to support our businesses and communities,” said Dowd. “Through hard work, innovation and determination, our county and region will emerge from the pandemic with strength, as our Chamber continues to be an essential partner in the recovery process.”

Read More

Personnel Briefs: February 2021

Posted onFebruary 18, 2021February 19, 2021

Whiteman Osterman & Hanna LLP announced six new partners: Erin Callahan, Rochelle Cavanagh, Jon Crain, Cianna Freeman-Tolbert, Charles Gottlieb and Daniel Hubbell.
Callahan joined Whiteman Osterman & Hanna LLP in 2014 and is a member in the firm’s education, labor and employment, and litigation and appeals practice groups.
He works with employers on managing a broad array of employee-related matters and represents public and private employers in federal and state litigation, administrative proceedings and alternative dispute proceedings.
A member of the firm’s matrimonial and family law practice, Cavanagh is an experienced civil litigator who has focused her practice on matrimonial law, family court matters including custody, support and divorce actions.
Crain is an experienced trial lawyer and commercial litigator with the firm’s litigation and appeals practice group. He has litigated and arbitrated a broad range of matters, including corporate shareholder disputes, litigation regarding trade secrets and proprietary business information, commercial real estate and construction litigation, First Amendment and constitutional claims, business-to-business collection and breach of contract claims, and complex personal injury and products liability actions.

Read More

GEICO Insurance Plans To Open An Office On Broadway In Saratoga Springs In March

Posted onFebruary 18, 2021February 19, 2021

By Jill Nagy
Will Schrade plans to open a GEICO Insurance Co. office at 506 Broadway in Saratoga Springs around March 1.
However, he first needs a change of occupancy from the city Building Department, from business to business/office use. His impression is that the department “is overwhelmed and understaffed,” so the process is taking longer than he anticipated.
The GEICO office will serve Saratoga and the North Country area. Schrade said the only other GEICO office in the area is in Albany. They will be selling all the lines of insurance GEICO sells: auto, homeowners, renters, motorcycle, sailboat, RV, and more.
While GEICO is the biggest automobile insurer in New York state, according to Schrade, the company prefers to have its offices handle relatively large territories. There are only 250 offices in the entire United States, he said.
The local office will employ between 10 and 15 people, about the same size as the Albany office.
“We are hiring as many people as we can,” Schrade said, and have already brought some on board.

Read More

Posts navigation

Previous 1 … 141 142 143 144 145 146 147 … 474 Next
Subscribe to Our Newsletter View the Latest Virtual Edition

Categories

  • 50-Plus
  • Banking
  • Banking / Asset Managment
  • Building Trades
  • Business Briefs
  • Business News
  • Business Registrations
  • Business Reports
  • Commercial / Residential Real Estate
  • Community Services
  • Construction
  • Construction Planning
  • Corporate Tax / Business Planning
  • Cyber / Tech
  • Dining Guide
  • Economic Development
  • Economic Outlook 2016
  • Economic Outlook 2017
  • Economic Outlook 2018
  • Economic Outlook 2019
  • Economic Outlook 2020
  • Economic Outlook 2022
  • Economic Outlook 2023
  • Economic Outlook 2024
  • Economic Outlook 2025
  • Education/ Training/ Personal Development
  • Entrepreneurial Women
  • Entrepreneurship
  • Environment / Development
  • Financial Planning / Investments
  • Fitness / Nutrition
  • Health / Community Services
  • Health & Fitness
  • Health & Wellness
  • Healthcare
  • Holiday Guide
  • Holiday Shopping
  • Home / Energy
  • Home / Insurance
  • Home & Real Esate
  • Insurance / Employee Benefits
  • Insurance / Medical Services
  • Legal / Accounting
  • Meet The Chef
  • New Businesses
  • Non-Profit
  • Office / Computer / New Media
  • Office / HR / Employment
  • Office/ Technology/ E-Commerce
  • Outlook 2021
  • Personnel Briefs
  • Retirement Planning
  • Senior Living / Retirement
  • Summer Construction
  • Uncategorized
  • Wellness
  • Women In Business
  • Workplace / Security / Legal
  • Year-End Tax Planning

Archives

  • April 2025
  • March 2025
  • February 2025
  • January 2025
  • December 2024
  • November 2024
  • October 2024
  • September 2024
  • August 2024
  • July 2024
  • June 2024
  • May 2024
  • April 2024
  • March 2024
  • February 2024
  • January 2024
  • December 2023
  • November 2023
  • October 2023
  • September 2023
  • August 2023
  • July 2023
  • June 2023
  • May 2023
  • April 2023
  • March 2023
  • February 2023
  • January 2023
  • December 2022
  • November 2022
  • October 2022
  • September 2022
  • August 2022
  • July 2022
  • June 2022
  • May 2022
  • April 2022
  • March 2022
  • February 2022
  • January 2022
  • December 2021
  • November 2021
  • October 2021
  • September 2021
  • August 2021
  • July 2021
  • June 2021
  • May 2021
  • April 2021
  • March 2021
  • February 2021
  • January 2021
  • December 2020
  • November 2020
  • October 2020
  • September 2020
  • August 2020
  • July 2020
  • June 2020
  • May 2020
  • April 2020
  • March 2020
  • February 2020
  • January 2020
  • December 2019
  • November 2019
  • October 2019
  • September 2019
  • August 2019
  • July 2019
  • June 2019
  • May 2019
  • April 2019
  • March 2019
  • February 2019
  • January 2019
  • December 2018
  • November 2018
  • October 2018
  • September 2018
  • August 2018
  • July 2018
  • June 2018
  • May 2018
  • April 2018
  • March 2018
  • February 2018
  • January 2018
  • December 2017
  • November 2017
  • October 2017
  • September 2017
  • August 2017
  • July 2017
  • June 2017
  • May 2017
  • April 2017
  • March 2017
  • February 2017
  • January 2017
  • December 2016
  • November 2016
  • October 2016
  • September 2016
  • August 2016
  • July 2016
  • June 2016
  • May 2016
  • April 2016
  • March 2016
  • February 2016
  • January 2016
  • December 2015
  • November 2015
  • October 2015
  • September 2015
  • August 2015
  • July 2015
  • June 2015
  • May 2015
  • April 2015
  • March 2015
  • February 2015
  • January 2015
  • December 2014
  • November 2014
  • October 2014
  • September 2014
  • August 2014
  • July 2014
  • June 2014
  • May 2014
  • April 2014
  • March 2014
  • February 2014
  • January 2014
  • December 2013
  • November 2013
  • October 2013
  • September 2013
  • August 2013
  • July 2013
  • June 2013
  • May 2013
  • April 2013
  • March 2013
  • February 2013
  • January 2013
  • December 2012
Show More
Connect With Us

Follow, like and subscribe to Saratoga.com on social media

Account Sign In Submit An Event
Saratoga.com logo
  • Home
  • Places To Stay
  • Things To Do
  • Food & Drink
  • Events
  • Real Estate
  • Businesses
  • Guides
  • Contact Us
  • Blogs
  • Sweepstakes
  • Advertising
Visit Saratoga.com For Everything Saratoga
Full-Service Internet Marketing: Search Engine Optimization, Website Design and Development by Mannix Marketing, Inc.
Mannix Marketing, Inc. is headquartered near Saratoga Springs in Glens Falls, New York
Saratoga.com All Rights Reserved © 2025
Disclaimer & Privacy Policy / Terms of Use / Copyright Policies
[uc-privacysettings]

We strive to insure accuracy on Saratoga.com however accuracy cannot be guaranteed. Information is subject to change.
Please alert us if there is any inaccurate information here.

Having trouble using this site? Accessibility is our goal, please contact us with site improvements.