Gennaro’s Pizza Parlour Has New Ownership

When New York City restaurateur Alex Rodriguez found out that Gennaro’s Pizza Parlor in Saratoga Springs was for sale, he jumped at the opportunity.

“I was looking for a slower pace,” Rodriguez said. “I like the small town feeling. We absolutely love Saratoga.” Read More

‘By The Bottle’ Liquor Store Opens On Spring Street In Saratoga, Specializing In Wine

by-the-bottle-hc Annmarie Guglielmo is a native of Saratoga Springs and pilates instructor with a bent for business.

“I had been working at another wine shop just outside of Saratoga when I got the idea to open my own wine and spirits business,” she said.

Maine-ly Apples grows with the seasons

Emily Holmes’ parents John and Elaine Olsen planted a 500-tree apple orchard in 1983; 35 years later their apple orchard has grown to 1,700 trees growing over 48 different varieties of apples. Read More

Imperiled Plum Island Seeks Sanctuary

There is a bidding war on Plum Island that may either settle it as a permanent refuge for seals, birds, and other wildlife or potentially develop the island for human use.

Veteran Care Starts With Caregiving

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According to the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA), family members and friends who care for veterans spend, on average, more than 20 hours a week taking care of their loved one.

Juniors Drive, Chip & Putt at Colonie

COLONIE – On Saturday, July 12, the golf balls were flying as 56 junior golfers converged on the Town of Colonie Golf Course with “Masters” dreams for the first Drive, Chip and Putt championship qualifier in the Capital Area. Read More

FATHER’S DAY FUN ON THE COURSE

Braman-e1402997109406 This past Father’s Day, the tradition of golf on TV (the U.S. Open) in the afternoon, was preceded by a round of their own for two (of countless) Albany County families that Capitalareagolf.com found at Town of Colonie’s Golf Course during the County Amateur – the Bramans and the Parrottinos. Read More

Center Focuses on Helping Tongans Living in South L.A.

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Immigrants from the Pacific island of Tonga are an often underserved community in the United States. Read More

Young Scientists Work Toward Their Dreams in Flying in Space

download Robin Petgrave started as an entrepreneur early in his aviation career by giving back to his community of South Los Angeles.

“I’d get requests to fly helicopters to schools and talk to the kids about flying,” he said.

Studying the Pacific Gray Whale is Point Vicente Center’s Focus

download (1) As the years have passed, the Point Vicente Interpretive Center has undergone many changes, but its mission has remained the same: to focus on the Pacific gray whale while showcasing the area’s history. Read More

Good Vibrations

Companies that create a more enjoyable or rewarding office environment are finding that more satisfied employees tend to be more productive and loyal workers.