New Publication in Psychiatric Services Examines Financial Wellness for People With Serious Mental I
A new article, co-authored by Dr. Crystal Lee Brandow of Policy Research Associates, has been published in Psychiatric Services. The article, “Rethinking the Causes and Consequences of Financial Wellness for People With Serious Mental Illnesses,” examines the health impacts of poverty on individuals with serious mental illness.Written in collaboration with Drs. Margaret Swarbrick and Patricia Nemec, the paper recommends strategies to improve health outcomes through behavioral health services and supports
Buy Texas Roadhouse Gift Certificates to Support Bethlehem Grange
Support Bethlehem Grange with your purchase of $25 Texas Roadhouse Gift Certificates and a Gift Certificate for 3 Appetizers for $10. The $25 Gift Certificates are accepted at any of the Texas Roadhouse locations. The Appetizer Gift Certificates are only accepted at the Wolf Rd location. A $25 Texas Roadhouse certificate must be purchased, to be eligible to purchase the 3 for $10 Appetizer Certificate. Bethlehem Grange will receive $2.50 for each $25 Certificate purchased, and $10 for each "3 for $10"
Request for Proposals
Request for Proposals-Town of Bethlehem Strategic Communications Plan for Roadway Construction The Town of Bethlehem, partnering with the Bethlehem Chamber of Commerce, invites proposals from qualified consultants (Consultants) to create a Strategic Communications Plan that would advise the Town on business communication strategies, outreach and engagement, best practices, and message templates to be implemented during roadway construction projects. Reply by November 22, 2019. For more information Click
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Power Up Your Career!
The Weekend MBA Program has doubled its scholarships to nine, at $4,000 each. Select an award, write a one-page application essay, and send it to the Program Director for consideration. We have rolling admissions through year-end and it’s never been more affordable to enroll in New York’s value-leading executive-level program!
Pine Hollow Arboretum Receives Grant for a Plant Lab
Pine Hollow Arboretum has received a grant for their Plant Lab! The grant will enhance visitors' educational experience by providing an indoor learning space to explore scientific concepts related to trees, climate change, invasive species, woodland ecosystems and more!
Bethlehem Grange #137 Has a New Clothing Drop Off Shed
Bethlehem Grange #137 now 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 at: 24 Bridge Street Selkirk, NY 12158
I Love Books is Now Accepting New and Gently-Used Children's Books!
I Love Books is now accepting new and gently-used children's books now through Sunday, November 24, 2019. These books will go directly to students in kindergarten through fifth grade that attend Brighter Choice Charter School for Boys and Girls in Albany, NY. Drop boxes are located at: I Love Books Delaware Ave., Delmar NY, 12054 Bombshell Uptown, Delaware Ave., Delmar NY, 12054
To Life! Presents the Extra Mile Award and the Community Advocate Award!
To Life! will present the Extra Mile Award to Dr. Patricia Kennedy, Saratoga Hospital and the Community Advocate Aware to Janet Abrahamson, former member of To Life! Board of Directors and volunteer at their Pink Ball, this Friday, October 25, 2019.
Win 2 Tickets to see Celine Dion!
Sign a new one year lease with Adams Station Apartments now through December 4th, and you are eligible to win two tickets to see Celine Dion at the Time Union Center, Saturday, December 7, 2019.
Why pay for mortgage closing costs when you don't have to?
Whether it’s your first home or your sixth, we can help make the buying process much easier with our no closing cost mortgage. True to its name, you pay no closing costs. That alone can reduce your upfront costs on a new home by thousands of dollars. You can use that money to help pay your down payment and possibly eliminate the need for private mortgage insurance. You could use the extra cash for moving costs or redecorating your new home. Use it for whatever you want—it’s up to you. But you can be
Additional Scholarship Funds available
The Weekend MBA Program has doubled its scholarships to nine, at $4,000 each. Select an award, write a one-page application essay, and send it to the Program Director for consideration. We have rolling admissions through year-end and it’s never been more affordable to enroll in New York’s value-leading executive-level program!
Mohawk Hudson Land Conservancy Launches New Map App
Get out and explore the MHLC Preserves with our new map app! MHLC has launched a new interactive map app! The Mohawk Hudson Maps app, designed by volunteer Bryan McBride, can be downloaded and then used off-line out on the trails at all the MHLC preserves and the Albany County Helderberg-Hudson Rail Trail. Use the app to pinpoint your location at any MHLC preserve, navigate our preserve trails, measure distances between points, and much more! It’s very easy and fun to use—get started
Delmar Animal Hospital Announces Electric Car Charging Station
We're excited to announce that our electric car charging station is up and running! We care about our environment and keeping up with technological advances, so we can better serve our community and patients. We hope our clients enjoy the new feature - you can be sure there will be some more exciting enhancements to the clinic in the near future! (Oooh the suspense!!)
Town of Bethlehem Celebrates Breast Cancer Awareness Month
October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month. To Life! has organized a team of friends and volunteers to decorate the Town of Bethlehem with pink bows, posters and pumpkins. Breast Cancer is the most commonly diagnosed cancer in women. It is estimated that in the State of New York over 17,000 cases of breast cancer will be diagnosed in 2019. The October awareness campaign has been credited with a proactive increase in screenings and treatment. Early detection is key. To Life! and the Bethlehem Chamber of
CAP COM MERGES WITH POSTAL EMPLOYEES OF TROY FEDERAL CREDIT UNION
ALBANY, NY — September 13, 2019 — The members of Postal Employees of Troy, NY Federal Credit Union (PETFCU) have unanimously approved a merger with CAP COM Federal Credit Union (CAP COM) at a special member meeting held on September 12, 2019. PETFCU, the 89 year-old credit union located at 400 Broadway in Troy, NY, will discontinue operations at that location. The credit union’s 150+ members will join CAP COM’s membership of 133,000. The merger of the two credit unions was driven by a dynamic
New Venture 'InPlay' to Spotlight Capital Region Theater Community
From devastating tragedies to flashy showtunes, the area's theater scene has a lot to offer, but a lot you might be missing. InPlay Capital Region, created by Capital Region Independent Media, is a one-stop source for any local theater lover and features a comprehensive calendar with showtimes, ticket information and more for over 50 local theater groups. InPlay Capital Region will highlight community and professional troupes that put on high-quality performances within about 75 minutes of Albany.
BCSD Shares Reminder to Motorists Regarding Safety Ahead of Start of School Year
The following is an important message from the Bethlehem Police Department...the first day of school at BCSD is Thursday, Sept. 5! It's that time of year again - BACK TO SCHOOL!! As the new school year brings excitement to the eyes of students, teachers and parents; it also brings additional traffic in and around all schools. We also see a large increase in students walking and bicycling to and from school. The Bethlehem Police Department reminds motorists to be aware of this traffic and drive with care
Callanan Announces Industries Student Support Fund
We are proud to announce the creation of the Callanan Industries Student Support Fund at Hudson Valley Community College. The fund is designed to help students enrolled in the college’s Civil Engineering, Construction, and Mechanical Engineering Technologies programs who experience unanticipated hardships that cause financial burden or who simply need additional support to complete the program. Recipients can use funds to purchase educational supplies, trade tools, or other necessary materials, or to help
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Solutions by Design Shares Important Info from NYS SHIELD Act
The SHIELD Act, which goes into effect May 22, 2020, will require companies to put “reasonable” protections in place, and appoint an employee to oversee the cybersecurity program. If we were talking to a client, we would tell them to start with the following: Create a cybersecurity policy.Train all staff on the cybersecurity policy. Build a company culture that promotes security-conscious behavior.Adopt a password manager, such as LastPass, and use it to create new passwords for EVERY account. (This is
LGC Nutrition Now Accepting Health Insurance
LGC Nutrition is excited to announce that we now accept CDPHP, MVP, UHC and Medicare insurance. We offer individual, in person Medical Nutrition Therapy counseling. Any stage of chronic kidney disease, diabetes types 1 and 2, and hypertension are three very common conditions that proper nutrition and guidance can have a significant, positive impact on. We will work on behavior changes and how to create nutrition balance, while making sure you don’t feel deprived or even worse… hungry! Because let’s be
Owens Corning Announces Exciting Recruitment Tool in Delmar
Owens Corning has introduced a new and exciting form of communication/recruitment in Delmar - a text line! If you or anyone you know is interested in a position at Owens Corning, please use this text capable line to get started.
Town of Bethlehem Senior Services Dept Announces Monthly NYS Division of Veterans’ Affairs Event
Town of Bethlehem Senior Services Department has announced an ongoing service with the NYS Division of Veterans’ Affairs. The third Monday of each month a representative from the NYS Division of Veterans’ Affairs will be at the Bethlehem Town Hall. People can bring questions and talk directly with the representative who is familiar with all the various programs available for Veterans. The event is first come first served, no appointment is necessary.Ongoing - occurs monthly, every third Monday 12:00pm
Port of Coeymans To Receive a Portion of $287 Million NYS Investment for Port Upgrades
Port of Coymans is a privately owned marine terminal operated by Bethlehem Chamber member Carver Companies. They will be benefitting from the $287 million New York state is set to invest to upgrade ports to accommodate offshore wind manufacturing and transportation – both the Albany and Coeymans ports will receive a portion. Upgrades are scheduled to start mid-2020. New York state is also planning to invest $20 million to develop a workforce training program for offshore wind. 13 colleges throughout
SBA Economic Injury Disaster Loans Available in New York Following Secretary of Agriculture Disaster Declaration
ATLANTA - The U.S. Small Business Administration announced today that Economic Injury Disaster Loans are available to small businesses, small agricultural cooperatives, small businesses engaged in aquaculture and private nonprofit organizations located in New York as a result of excessive precipitation that began on July 23, 2018. The loans are available in the following counties: Albany, Allegany, Broome, Cattaraugus, Chautauqua, Chemung, Chenango, Columbia, Cortland, Delaware, Dutchess, Erie, Essex,
Big Data at Your Fingertips at the Bethlehem Public Library
BETHLEHEM, N.Y. – If you are looking to grow your business or seek out new career or marketing opportunities in the new year, get a head start with Bethlehem Public Library’s powerful digital research tool, ReferenceUSA, a big data resource that grants access to continuously updated business and residential information in the U.S. and Canada for research, marketing, job seeking and more.Local small business owners and marketing professionals can get a leg up and optimize marketing prospects using the data
MVP Health Care named a Best Insurance Company for Medicare Advantage by U.S. News & World Report
Schenectady, N.Y. – MVP Health Care has been named a Best Insurance Company for Medicare Advantage 2019 in New York State and Vermont by U.S. News & World Report, earning a rating of 4.5 stars out of a possible five stars. MVP is one of only three insurance companies in New York and the only one in Vermont to receive such a high ranking for 2019. MVP insures 61,000 Medicare beneficiaries in New York and Vermont and is among the top performing health insurance companies listed by U.S. News as consistently
