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Friday, July 18, 2025Common Roots Foundation Awards $35,000 in Grants to Support 16 Organizations
Common Roots Foundation Awards $35,000 in Grants to Support 16 Organizations in the Greater Capital Region Since its beginning in 2020, more than $218,000 awarded in support of environmental sustainability, community wellness, and neighbors in need The Common Roots Foundation announced nearly $35,000 in grants awarded to 16 organizations dedicated to improving the quality of life throughout the Capital Region. With this latest round of awards, the Foundation–established in 2020 following a 2020 fire at
Friday, July 18, 2025Nearly $400,000 invested in local nonprofits by Berkshire Bank Foundation
Berkshire Bank Foundation, the philanthropic arm of Berkshire Bank, invested nearly $400,000 in communities through grants and other giving in the second quarter of the year. Several Capital Region organizations were among the 100 nonprofit organizations in New York, Massachusetts, Connecticut, Rhode Island and Vermont that the foundation invested in from April to June. Examples include: - Albany Med Health System- Junior Achievement of Northeastern New York- Glens Falls Area Youth Center Inc.- Colonie
Thursday, July 17, 2025Immunotek Plasma Queensbury's Anniversary Bash
Thursday, July 10, 2025ADK Bank Partners in AEDC’s Adirondack Opportunity Fund- Expanding Lending to Fourteen Counties
The Adirondack Economic Development Corporation (AEDC) is pleased to announce its partnership with Adirondack Bank to expand its Adirondack Opportunity Fund (AOF). AEDC launched this loan fund in 2023 with support from the Adirondack Foundation, the Cloudsplitter Foundation and the Weatherup Family Trust. The fund provides access to capital for small businesses and community development ventures. AEDC has enjoyed a close partnership with Adirondack Bank for decades, with its offices on the third floor of
Thursday, July 10, 2025SAIL Returns to Glenwood Avenue Campus Following Major Renovations
Accessibility and Infrastructure Upgrades Lay Foundation for Continued Growth and Long-Term Service Across 17 Counties Southern Adirondack Independent Living (SAIL) is proud to return to their Glenwood Avenue Campus on Monday, July 7, 2025, after a month at a temporary office inside the Aviation Mall. SAIL was the recipient of a New York State Dormitory Authority grant—funding that made it possible to complete essential renovations to strengthen their future and better serve the community. As an agency,
Thursday, July 10, 2025Ballston Spa National Bank Appoints Jillian Cutrone Vice President, Marketing
Cutrone brings more than 20 years of marketing and communications experience as the bank focuses on growth and customer engagement across the region Christopher R. Dowd, President and CEO of Ballston Spa National Bank (BSNB), today announced Jillian Cutrone has joined the bank as its new Vice President of Marketing. Cutrone brings a diverse background of marketing experience, having worked across several industries including financial services, technology, and consumer electronics. In this role, Cutrone
Thursday, July 10, 2025Justice For Orphans Celebrates $3 Million Impact in New York’s Capital Region and Hudson Valley
Care-Sharing Technology Tackles Foster Care Crisis Justice For Orphans (JFO) is thrilled to share that the estimated economic impact resulting from its work in connecting community partners with child-serving professionals in New York’s Capital Region and Hudson Valley has reached over $3,000,000, and continues to grow. "By bringing care-sharing technology to a network of child-serving professionals and responders, Justice For Orphans has bridged the gap between those who are aware of needs – social
Wednesday, July 09, 2025Justice for Orphans celebrates $3 million impact in New York's Capital Region and Hudson Valley
Justice For Orphans (JFO) is thrilled to share that the estimated economic impact resulting from its work in connecting community partners with child-serving professionals in New York’s Capital Region and Hudson Valley has reached over $3,000,000, and continues to grow. "By bringing care-sharing technology to a network of child-serving professionals and responders, Justice For Orphans has bridged the gap between those who are aware of needs – social workers, school liaisons, and others – and community
Wednesday, July 09, 2025ARCC Announces Nominees for 2025 Business Awards
After a four-week nomination period in May, the Adirondack Regional Chamber of Commerce (ARCC) has compiled the nominees for their 2025 Business Awards. The ARCC has been recognizing member businesses for their economic achievements, and quality of life contributions to our region, for over 30 years. The nominees will be recognized, and winners announced, at an awards breakfast, on Thursday, October 2, 2025 at the Queensbury Hotel in Glens Falls, NY. Registration is open for the event, learn more at
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Wednesday, July 09, 2025Mind Blown Festival Brings Music, Art, and Mental Health to Glens Falls This August
On Saturday, August 30, Glens Falls will host the first-ever Mind Blown Festival, a one-day celebration of underground punk and metal music, local art, and radical community connection. The festival will run from 1PM to 10PM outdoors at Stage in the Rockhill Parking Lot at The Shirt Factory, featuring a full lineup of regional bands, artist vendors, mental health nonprofits, and mutual aid booths. Created as a community-first event, Mind Blown Festival blends live music and creative expression with a
Wednesday, July 02, 2025Maggie Mancinelli-Cahill Directs “Once” in Her Final Show as Producing Artistic Director
“Once,” the Oscar, Tony, Grammy, and Olivier award-winning musical, comes to the MainStage at Capital Repertory Theatre from July 11 through Aug. 10. Book by Enda Walsh with music and lyrics by Glen Hansard and Markéta Irglová, “Once” is described as a heart‑stirring ode to the power of music. The show follows the chance encounter between a Dublin street musician and a Czech immigrant who forge a deep connection over a shared song. This production will also hold a place in history at theREP, as it will be
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Monday, June 30, 2025ADNET Technologies Named to Channel Partners' 2025 MSP 501
ADNET Technologies Named to Channel Partners' 2025 MSP 501, Recognized Among the World’s Top Managed Service ProvidersSeven years strong: ADNET celebrates consecutive years of global recognition ADNET Technologies, a New Charter Technologies company, has been named as one of the world’s top-performing managed service providers on the prestigious 2025 Channel Partners MSP 501 ranking. The annual list is a technology industry benchmark that recognizes companies that outperform in areas such revenue
Monday, June 30, 2025Sunmark Credit Union Expands Leadership Team WithThree Executive Appointments
Sunmark Credit Union Expands Leadership Team With Three Executive AppointmentsFortney, Rodick, and Rauh Step into Vice President Roles to Support Strategic Growth Sunmark Credit Union is pleased to announce the promotion and appointment of three new vice presidents, reflecting the organization’s ongoing commitment to strong leadership and strategic growth. Cassandra Fortney has been promoted to Vice President of Risk Management, where she will oversee enterprise risk strategy, third-party diligence,
Friday, June 13, 2025Digital Drift: How Small Businesses Can Bring Back Human Touch
The storefronts haven’t gone anywhere. They're just harder to recognize now. Transactions hum through Wi-Fi, not handshakes, and customer service often arrives via chatbot before a real voice can be heard. For many small businesses, the move to digital convenience has come at the cost of something older and harder to quantify: the feeling of being known. As screens mediate more and more interactions, owners are finding it tougher to build the kinds of relationships that once defined their role in
Wednesday, June 04, 2025Upstate Leadership Series, Part 2, Build Better Relationships (July 25th 2025)
Hello Fellow ARCC Members,Elite 9 Talent Solutions cordially invites you to join us for the Upstate Leadership Series, Part 2: Everything DiSC® Workplace. This engaging event will be held at the Glens Falls Country Club on July 25, 2025, from 8:00 AM until 12:30 PM, with networking opportunities scheduled afterward. This session is designed to enhance your professional development as a leader by providing valuable insights into workplace behavior, improving communication, and fostering stronger teams
Thursday, May 15, 20252025 Mindful Outdoor Experiences in the Glens Falls Parks
Mindful Outdoor Experiences in Glens Falls Parks – Summer 2025 GLENS FALLS, NY – Oakwise Soul, in collaboration with Glens Falls Parks & Recreation, is pleased to announce a series of free Mindful Outdoor Experiences this summer. Held one Saturday morning each month, these sessions invite community members to immerse themselves in nature with light movement, an orientation to place, and a guided meditation. Whether you're a seasoned mindfulness practitioner or just looking for a refreshing way to
Friday, October 18, 2024Your Path to Success Begins with the Right Business Licenses
Starting a business is exciting and full of opportunities, but it comes with its own set of challenges. Navigating the legal requirements, especially securing the necessary permits and licenses, is one of the most important tasks. A clear understanding of these regulations helps ensure the business can grow without unnecessary setbacks. Focusing on these early steps is essential for building a stable foundation. The success of the venture often hinges on how well these initial legalities are
