Month: August 2025

By Paul Post

Four of seven commercial spaces at developer Chris Patten’s latest project, 46-56 South Street in Glens Falls, are already accounted for.

Katy’s Wine and Whiskey Bar and Jud’s Tavern are scheduled to open when work on the three-story, mixed-use building, with 20 second- and third-floor apartments, is completed this winter.

“I really want to bring back South Street,” Patten said. “To do that we need to generate foot traffic with bars and restaurants.”

The large previously-vacant building, at the corner of South and Elm streets, was recently painted a handsome navy blue and white, and will transform dramatically at night with multi-colored lighting along the roof line.

Nearby, Patten is also redeveloping 10 Broad Street, site of a former Rite Aid store, with construction of a three-story structure comprised of a 56-space ground-floor parking garage and 24 high-end apartments overhead.

The two projects combined total $11 million – $5 million for 46-56 South Street and $6 million for 10 Broad Street. The latter project is called The Point.

By Paul Post

Sylvain Cloutier, the Adirondack Thunder’s new head coach, wants to build a heavy team that punishes opponents physically.

One of the Capital Region’s most prominent law firms is getting in on the action, too, as Harding-Mazzotti, “The Heavy Hitters,” has won arena naming rights under a five-year agreement through 2030.

The relationship with a prestigious Albany employer is expected to spark new marketing opportunities and bring more events to the downtown venue, a major contributor to the local economy.

“The financial package is certainly a factor, they are in every naming rights agreement,” Thunder President and arena General Manager Jeff Mead said. “That being said, we were also looking for a partner that wanted to become part of our community.  Harding-Mazzotti wants to do that. Their firm seems genuinely excited to partner with us.”

New signs identifying Harding-Mazzotti Arena already adorn the building, in anticipation of the Thunder’s home opener against the defending Kelly Cup champion Trois-Rivieres Lions on Saturday, Oct. 25.

Adirondack Winery is thrilled to announce three major victories from this year’s New York Wine Classic hosted by the New York Wine & Grape Foundation (“NYWGF”). The Classic is open to all New York State wineries, celebrating the diverse products made in the state under multiple different categories. The NYWGF worked alongside the Beverage Testing Institute to judge wines entered, ranking them on a points-based system.

Adirondack Winery walked away with high scores for its Gewurztraminer (2023 Vintage) “Million Dollar Beach”), Cabernet Franc (2021 Vintage) “Autumn in the Park”), & Dry Riesling (2023 Vintage) “Red Cardinal”), all ending the competition as Gold Medal Winners. The Gewürztraminer (2023 Million Dollar Beach Gewürztraminer, Finger Lakes) also won the prestigious “Best of Class” award, scoring an incredible 93 points, making it the Best Gewurztraminer in the state!

“Gewurztraminer is a floral, aromatic white grape varietal that favors the cool climate of New York’s Finger Lakes, where we source these grapes. Upon arrival, the grapes undergo an extended cold soak to allow for maximum flavor extraction, followed by a slow, cool fermentation resulting in a Gewurztraminer wine that truly expresses the terroir of its region. This gold medal is a testament to the craftsmanship and innovation we strive for at Adirondack Winery,” said Courtney Rankin, Winemaker.

Battenkill Conservancy (BkC) is pleased to announce that Miranda Trombly Harrington, Cossayuna native and a longtime supporter of the Battenkill, has joined BkC as its Donor Engagement Coordinator.  

Miranda is a graduate of Greenwich High School, received her BS in Biology from The University of South Florida and works as an Environmental Educator at Moreau State Park. Certified in Wilderness First Aid and an ACA-accredited paddling instructor, she loves inspiring people with accessible, fun, and engaging ways to connect with nature.  Her future goals of becoming a NYS-certified hiking guide will further support outdoor safety, education, and environmental stewardship in our region.

Miranda’s bonds with the Battenkill run deep.  In addition to her family ties, her work with highway cleanups, The PIcky Bug Tables and The Battenkill Runs Through It River Festivals demonstrate her dedication to help preserve the watershed for the community and future generations.  Last spring, Miranda and her fly fishing husband, Bryan Harrington, were married at BkC’s Schmidt Meadow Preserve in Jackson.  

By LEE COLEMAN

Two local businessmen have purchased the long vacant Suzuki Autoworld building on Route 9 in Moreau and are renovating the structure to serve multiple small businesses.

Ben Alden and Brian McKenzie are calling the transformed building Moreau Commons. They purchased the Suzuki property from Robert Vittengl for $1million.

The 12,000 square foot building has been vacant for more than a decade. Suzuki discontinued automobile sales in the United States in 2012 although the Japanese company still continues to produce and sell vehicles in other global markets.

“We’ve had a lot of interest in the property,” Alden said.

“The building itself needs lots of maintenance, all new walls, new electrical, and insulation,” he said.

Alden owns Platinum Protective Coatings LLC at 1330 Saratoga Road (Route 9) in Moreau and McKenzie owns McKenzie Drywall, a local company that has done projects throughout upstate New York. The two men have known each other for 25 years and have done many projects together. They both live in Moreau. They started working together many years ago when they brought Linex truck liners to the region.

The August print edition omitted the byline of Ann Donnelly The byline has been restored to properly credit the author.

By Ann Donnelly

Strategic Emergency Training & Consulting LLC (SETC) celebrated its fifth anniversary in June, continuing its mission to provide high-quality safety training and consulting services across the Northeast.

Founded during the COVID-19 pandemic by owners Ryan McConkey and Travis Dunklee, SETC began in a Glens Falls dive shop basement, where its first cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR), automated external defibrillator (AED) and first aid class trained six people during a snowstorm. Initially offering programs through the American Safety and Health Institute (ASHI), the company has since added certifications from the American Red Cross, American Heart Association (AHA), National Safety Council (NSC) and the Emergency Care and Safety Institute (ECSI).

SETC serves industries from mining to health care, offering public classes and on-site corporate training. While certification renewals every two years pose a challenge, the company has expanded into new offerings, including AED sales and management, safety consulting, and customized emergency plans.