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Pioneer’s Grand Carnival Surpasses $300,000 Raised for Capital Region Children in Seventh Year
Seven years of family fun have generated lasting support for local nonprofits serving children and families Albany, NY – Pioneer (NASDAQ: PBFS), a leading financial institution in New York’s Capital Region, today announced that its Grand Carnival, presented by Pediatric Dental Group of New York, has surpassed $300,000 in total funds raised during its first seven years. The event, which welcomed over 800 people, has turned an annual day of family fun into sustained support for nonprofit organizations
Courtney Russell of LiveWell Group Honored with 2026 Smart Women in Meetings Innovator Award
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Courtney Russell of LiveWell Group Honored with 2026 Smart Women in Meetings Innovator Award DELMAR, NY — September 16, 2026 — LiveWell Group is proud to announce that Courtney Russell, Director of Lifestyle & Marketing, has been honored with the 2026 Smart Women in Meetings – Innovator Award by Smart Meetings Magazine. Russell was recognized for her innovative approach to creating meaningful experiences and lifestyle programming that foster connection, wellness, and engagement
The Town of Bethlehem Food Pantry Receives a $15,000 Grant from Hannaford Supermarkets
The Town of Bethlehem Food Pantry Receives a $15,000 Grant from Hannaford SupermarketsThe Town of Bethlehem Senior Services Department is pleased to announce that Friends of Bethlehem Seniors has received a $15,000 grant from Hannaford Supermarkets to support the expansion of the Bethlehem Food Pantry. The funding will be used to purchase additional refrigeration and freezer space, increasing the pantry’s capacity to provide fresh, healthy, and nutritious food to our neighbors.Town Supervisor David
Grace Roofing Donating Work to Waterproof VFW
Grace Roofing is proud to support our local Veterans of Foreign Wars (VFW) and the veterans who have dedicated so much of their lives to serving our country. Grace Roofing has donated a large portion of the work needed to waterproof the VFW’s roof, and we are asking our community to help raise funds toward the remaining work needed to complete the project. As a local company, we believe in giving back to the community and supporting the people and organizations that make a difference. We are raising funds
Blood Drive at Town Hall, THIS Friday, 9/11
September 05, 2026Blood Drive at Town Hall, THIS Friday, 9/11, from 12 noon - 5:00 pmThe American Red Cross has declared the second national blood crisis in its history. All blood types are needed, but the situation is especially dire for type O. The blood supply fell nearly 25% in June, and blood donations are now at a four-year summer low. Donors are asked to take action immediately to help save lives.The Red Cross is now limiting distributions of type O blood to hospitals. Immediate blood donations are
Port of Albany-Rensselaer partners with PERMA on safety initiatives for staff
Port of Albany-Rensselaer partners with PERMA on Safety Initiatives for staff (August 14, 2026) Building on more than 32 years of membership, the Port of Albany-Rensselaer, NY, in partnership with the Public Employer Risk Management Association (PERMA), hosted Slip-and-Fall Training demonstrations for staff. “The Port of Albany-Rensselaer has an incredible 10-person Maintenance and Operations team that serves the entire Port District on both sides of the Hudson River, that includes nearly 430 acres
BSNB ANNOUNCES APPOINTMENT OF EDWARD HART TO VP
BALLSTON SPA NATIONAL BANK (BSNB) ANNOUNCES APPOINTMENT OF EDWARD HART TO VP, COMMERCIAL BANKING MANAGERHart will oversee the bank’s commercial lending team and identify new business opportunitiesBALLSTON SPA, N.Y. – August 25, 2026 — Christopher R. Dowd, President and CEO of Ballston Spa National Bank (BSNB) recently announced the appointment of Edward Hart to Vice President, Commercial Banking Manager.Hart will lead the bank’s commercial lending team, providing leadership, coaching and performance
Bryant Asset Management is becoming Bryant Maloney Prinzo Wealth Management
Bryant Asset Management is becoming Bryant Maloney Prinzo Wealth Management DELMAR, NY – Bryant Asset Management is excited to announce two significant milestones that reflect the firm's continued growth and long-term commitment to serving individuals, families, and businesses throughout Bethlehem and the Capital Region. Effective August 1, 2026, the firm officially changed its name to Bryant Maloney Prinzo Wealth Management. The new name recognizes the leadership and partnership of the firm's
