Rotterdam planners frown on CVS
Traffic concerns drive negative opinion on rezoning, Town Board has final say
Despite changes to a plan for a new CVS Pharmacy at the corner of Lawndale Avenue and Curry Road, the Rotterdam Planning Commission has recommended against the necessary rezoning of the property.
Mild winter mixed blessing for Vista
Officials say tech park project on track, on time
This winter’s mild weather has been “both a curse and a blessing” for construction crews at the Vista Technology Campus.
EXCLUSIVE: Legislator claims run for office led to firing
Santabarbara was fired from Chazen one day after disclosing Assembly plans
Schenectady County Legislator Angelo Santabarbara is claiming his state Assembly aspirations have led to him being fired from his job.
More than BBQ
LT’s Grill in Niskayuna closing to renovate, refine image
If barbecue is the first thing that comes to mind thinking about LT’s Grill, owner L.J. Goldstock is hoping to change your mind.
Police unions engaged in lawsuit
One Bethlehem officers’ union sues another seeking fundraising money
The Bethlehem Police Supervisor’s Association has sued the Bethlehem Police Benevolent Association in Albany County Court seeking funds it claims were jointly raised.
UAlbany unveils athletics plans
$24M project will be largely state funded
In April, the University at Albany will break ground on a new $24 million project to update the school’s outdoor athletic facilities — something officials said has been years in the making.
Sign law discussion takes a turn
Town to address signs on private property, not public lands
Members of Bethlehem’s Department of Economic Development and Planning have agreed to draft new language regarding temporary signs on private property to add clarity to the existing law.
Glenville biz park losing tenant, 70 jobs
Sealed Air Corp. pulls out, officials hopeful for new business
More space is about to become vacant at the Glenville Business and Technology Park, as Sealed Air Corporation plans to close its local plant and lay off 70 work
Persistence pays off for CVS in Rotterdam
Store proposal moves forward, residents still slam plans
Despite residents’ pleas, the first hurdle is cleared in a longstanding struggle to rezone land for a proposed CVS Pharmacy in Rotterdam.
Techfibers sews $3M investment in Rotterdam
Former VStream facility gets new tenant, around 30 new jobs
British based Techfibers Inc. is establishing its U.S. based headquarters in Rotterdam, which includes an initial $3 million investment with plans for expansion.
Area has no shortage of sweet treats
Valentine’s Day drums up visions of red heart-shaped boxes, tied with a gold ribbon and filled to the brim with decadent chocolate candies. But for some candy shops across the Capital District, there’s another Valentine’s Day treat in higher demand.
Sales tax revenue grows almost 8 percent in county
Collection increases by $6.5M in 2011, ranked 14th among upstate counties
Rosy sales tax revenue figures have Schenectady County officials optimistic for continued growth to ease the burden on taxpayers.
The language of love
For florists, Valentine's Day is Black Tuesday
For generations, flowers have been a symbol synonymous with love and devotion.
New lease on life for Clarksville post office
Postal Service to reevaluate closure decision, sheriff weighs in
The proposed closure of the Clarksville Post Office is being re-evaluated after a recent decision by the Postal Regulatory Commission found the Postal Service did not adequately consider the concerns of local residents.
Hoffman's Car Wash reopens
Business closes after fears of land erosion
Hoffman's Car Wash and Jiffy Lube reopened on Friday, Feb. 3 after it was closed by Town officials because of land erosion fears.
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