Twisted Vine Wine & Tap Re-Opens Indoor & Patio Dining April 8th
We've missed you all and we're happy to announce that starting tomorrow we'll be back OPEN FOR INDOOR & PATIO DINING!Reservations are recommended! Can't wait to see you!For more details on our menus and upcoming events, click the link below:www.twistedvinedelmar.com
ART on the Rail Trail Local Art Online Auction
DELMAR, NY—Art on the Rail Trail (ART) is hosting its first ever online art auction April 19th - 25th. The money raised will support additional highly engaging public art installations and programs along the Albany County Helderberg-Hudson Rail Trail. We are pleased to announce that this online auction features over 35 original works, made by Capital Region artists. This wide-ranging selection includes photography, fiber, found-object sculpture, paintings in acrylic and watercolor, as well as linocut
Sunmark Credit Union Promotes Toni LeBron to Executive Vice President and Chief Operating Officer
Sunmark Credit Union announced today that Antoinette (Toni) LeBron has been promoted to Executive Vice President and Chief Operating Officer. In this expanded role, Toni works directly with President and CEO Frank DeGraw in leading the ideation and implementation of strategic objectives for the credit union, spearheading key initiatives related to continued member and employee growth and development. Her responsibilities include operations, information technology, risk and compliance, member relations, and
CAP COM FEDERAL CREDIT UNION TO LAUNCH NEW INFRASTRUCTURE INITIATIVE GRANT
CAP COM Federal Credit Union and its charitable giving arm, the CAP COM Cares Foundation, are pleased to announce the launch of the CAP COM Cares Foundation Infrastructure Grant Initiative. The new program formalizes the CAP COM Cares Foundation’s commitment to be a strong community partner and support projects that nonprofits often find difficult to fund. Some examples of projects that inspired the initiative include building repairs, the installation of a septic system, computer software updates and
April is National Financial Literacy Month
April is National Financial Literacy Month! To spotlight financial literacy and learning, SEFCU's Institute for Financial Well-being is challenging individuals to join a financial education session during the month of April. Those who register and attend are eligible for a chance to win a $50 gift card. For full details go to https://www.sefcu.com/financial-literacy-month. Wherever you or those you serve are on in the journey of financial wellness, SEFCU invites everyone to learn new financial habits
Albany County COVID-19 Vaccine Pre-Registration
With New York State’s announcement that New Yorkers 30 years of age and older will be eligible to receive the COVID-19 vaccine starting March 30 and everyone over 16 will be eligible beginning April 6, County Executive McCoy is encouraging businesses and their staff to pre-register to receive information about vaccination opportunities near you. Participating vaccine providers include the Albany, Rensselaer, and Schenectady County Health Departments, Whitney Young Health Center, Mohawk Ambulance, and
CAP COM ANNOUNCES NEW BRANCH IN GLENVILLE, EXPANDING FOOTPRINT
ALBANY – March 22, 2021 – CAP COM Federal Credit Union will open its 12th branch at 262 Saratoga Road, Schenectady, NY 12302 this summer. The 3,200 square-foot branch is conveniently located in the Glenville Hannaford Plaza and will add additional membership opportunities in Schenectady County, as the Credit Union’s most western branch of the footprint. The branch will feature five private offices, two teller pods, complimentary coffee, a free coin machine for members, a photo copier, guest Wi-Fi, and a
Sunmark Credit Union Announces Executive Appointments
Sunmark Credit Union Announces Executive Appointments(Latham, N.Y.) Sunmark Credit Union has announced three additions to their executive leadership team as the credit union prepares for continued growth and expansion. Sarah D. Hammond has joined the Sunmark executive leadership team as Chief Enterprise Risk Officer. In this function, she oversees Enterprise Risk Management-related functions across the organization. Sarah joined Sunmark Credit Union in 2019, bringing 16 years of financial management,
Rosenblum Development Corporation Selected as a Winner of the Buildings of Excellence Competition
Rosenblum Development Corporation is very proud to share that we have been selected as a winner of the Buildings of Excellence Competition, administered by the New York State Energy Research and Development Authority (NYSERDA), for the development of a net-zero emitting multifamily building. This competition supports Governor Andrew M. Cuomo’s nation-leading climate goals outlined in the Climate Leadership and Community Protection Act (Climate Act), which place New York state on a path to economy-wide
Bethlehem Library Announces Limited Browsing Hours and Procedures
The library is planning to re-open its doors for in-person browsing beginning Monday, March 22.What you need to know before arrivingWe are requiring our visitors to wear masks when inside the library. *Please avoid bandanas, neck gaiters and face shields without a mask. Masks will be mandatory regardless of a person’s vaccination status. If you are not feeling well or running a fever, please visit us when you are feeling better. We have installed touch-free faucets in our public restrooms and have located
Stewart’s Holiday Match Allocated $1.8 million to 1,715 Organizations This Year
Stewart’s Holiday match has allocated $1.8 million to 1,715 organizations this year. Congratulations to the following Chamber members for receiving grants:Bethlehem Area YMCABethlehem Central Middle SchoolBethlehem Children’s SchoolBethlehem Community FundBethlehem Opportunities UnlimitedFriends of Bethlehem Parks and RecreationFriends of Five RiversSchool’s Out, Inc.Tri-Village Little League
Shampoodle Opens Second Delmar Location
Shampoodle’s Clifton Park location had to close but we have opened another shop in Delmar at 340 Delaware Ave which for grooming only - which is for pups that need trims & cuts. New groomers have joined the staff and more space was needed! The hours start at 9am by appointment only and will close when the last appointment is done. Appointments can be made by calling Shampoodle at 518-368-3260.
Carver Companies Invests in Vortex Advantage Immersive Training Simulator
Carver Companies has recently invested in a Vortex Advantage Immersive Training Simulator to train employees to operate ship and gantry cranes, excavators, front-end loaders, bulldozers and articulated haul trucks. Our new simulator will be a critical tool in accident avoidance, improving operator efficiency, and exceeding our customers’ expectations in quality and service.
CAP COM Scholarships & Awards Program
CAP COM rewards talented young members and incredible educators annually. The Scholarship & Awards program is going on right now and the deadline for submissions is Friday, April 30th. Key Dates March 1: Scholarship & Award applications are available. See categories below to download your application. April 30: Application deadline. May: Judges review applications. May 31 or before: Winners will be notified • 20 - Legacy Scholarships for members who are high school seniors or college
Spotlight News Has Joined the News Break App
We have some very exciting news to share.. Spotlight News has officially joined the News Break app!If you haven't heard of News Break, it's a free app available to iPhone and Android users that allows easy access to your local news sources. You can even customize the content you see based on your interests. If you're already a News Break user, please give us a follow!We've recently been noticing that our stories are reaching less and less of our followers on social media and we joined News Break in an
Local Eats and Essentials Supports Restaurants
Local Eats and Essentials.com, a website which allows diners to order takeout or curbside pickup from local, independently owned restaurants, launched in 2020 to help support the local restaurant industry. The website/web app features offerings from diverse establishments. Users will find they are able to order various dishes from each location all in one transaction. The service was created in a partnership between Capital Region Media Independent Media (publishers of the Ravena News-Herald and
BCHS Senior Nya Santeliz Earns Spot at NYS Poetry Out Loud Recitation Contest
Bethlehem Central High School senior Nya Santeliz has earned a spot at this year's New York State Poetry Out Loud Recitation Contest for the second year in a row. Read how this BC student discovered a love of poetry and who she credits for helping to inspire her Poetry Out Loud journey: https://www.bethlehemschools.org/bc-senior-earns-spot-in-nys-poetry-out-loud-contest/ The New York State Poetry Out Loud Recitation Contest will take place online on March 13, 2021. More information about Poetry Out Loud
Bethlehem Grange 137 Is Now A Chapter for Stars 4 Our Troops
Bethlehem Grange 137 is proud to announce we are now a Chapter for Stars 4 Our Troops. We cut the embroidered stars off the donated worn or tattered flags, individually bag them, and add our "Thank You from Bethlehem Grange 137 for your service". We hand these out to service people, first responders, and many more. We can always use volunteers that are willing to cut and bag these stars. We have ready-made kits available. This is a perfect project for a shut-in or COVID-19 bored person to spend some
Save the Date for the Bethlehem Grange #137 Craft Fair & Plant Sale Saturday May 22nd
Start saving your plant cuttings, rooting plants, small or large potted plants, and hanging plants you would be willing to donate. We're always looking for the common ones, and the not so common ones. If anyone has a Purple Passion with the fuzzy leaves that are jagged, we would really appreciate some cuttings or rooted plants, or potted plants. Of course any others plants are appreciated!! We will also be accepting donations of flower pots, all sizes, hanging planters, plant hangers, bulbs, bushes,
Bethlehem Grange #137 Annual June Garage Sale
Our Annual June Garage Sale is coming up sooner than we realize. When you're cleaning things out, downsizing, winter or spring cleaning, or cleaning out a family member's house, please think of Bethlehem Grange 137 for your donations. We will begin to accept donations from the community after our Craft Fair/ Plant Sale. We will be accepting Jewelry, Toys, Vinyl Records, CD's, DVD's, Holiday items(all holidays), Linens, Curtains, Housewares, Collectibles, Small Wooden Furniture, kitchenware, Dishes,
BCHS Future Business Leaders of America Seek Sponsors to Offset Cost of Electronic Stylus Pens
Emma Liu, Buy-It School Store Treasurer Bethlehem Central High School FBLA 700 Delaware Ave Delmar, NY 12054 Dear Members of the Chamber of Commerce: I am writing to request support for the Bethlehem Central High School Future Business Leaders of America (BCHS FBLA) Chapter to help us sponsor a discount toward the cost of stylus pens for students. Due to our current environment, online learning has become a norm at BCHS. All students spend several hours jotting notes down on our school provided
Normanside Installs Simulators to Bring Golfers in From the Cold
ELSMERE — There’s a buzz around Normanside Country Club indicative of things to come for 2021, and it has more to do than the chainsaws. Normanside Managing Director Dave Hostig has done what he can to keep the popular country club afloat despite losing wedding business throughout most of a pandemic-riddled 2020. A quiet banquet room led to expected cuts to employment, but he said, it allowed him time and room to adapt. Normanside opened its banquet hall last month to snowbound golfers. Hosting
SBA and Treasury Announce Simpler PPP Forgiveness for Loans of $50,000 or Less
WASHINGTON—The U.S. Small Business Administration, in consultation with the Treasury Department, today released a simpler loan forgiveness application for Paycheck Protection Program (PPP) loans of $50,000 or less. This action streamlines the PPP forgiveness process to provide financial and administrative relief to America’s smallest businesses while also ensuring sound stewardship of taxpayer dollars. “The PPP has provided 5.2 million loans worth $525 billion to American small businesses, providing
Bethlehem Grange #137 Accepts Tattered or Worn Flags
Do you have a Tattered or Worn Flag? Dispose of it properly & respectfully. Bring it to Bethlehem Grange #137 at 24 Bridge St., Selkirk, NY 12158. Our American Flag Collection Box is open 24/7, located in the front of our Grange Hall in the mailbox outside, between the 2 front doors. We, with the help of the American Legion Post 37, will have great consideration and regard to honor these flags in a proper disposal ceremony.
Bethlehem Grange #137 Clothing Drop Off Shed Open 24/7
Bethlehem Grange #137 has an up-and-running used clothing drop-off shed! Do your part for the community by donating, and reduce waste in landfills. Items accepted include used clothing, shoes, belts, purses, blankets, pillowcases, sheets, curtains, and stuffed animals. The used clothing drop-off shed is located in the SE corner of our parking lot. 24 Bridge Street Selkirk, NY 12158