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Capital Yogurt Opens on New Scotland Avenue

December 3, 2013 – 5:55 pm

Mayor Jerry Jennings, accompanied by owners Arlene and Paul Rappoccio and Common Council member James Sano, cut the ribbon at the New Scotland neighborhood’s newest business: Capital Yogurt. Capital Yogurt is located on 255 New Scotland and is a family owned establishment that offers serve-yourself frozen yogurt. For full press release click here.

Ribbon Cutting for Capital Yogurt

November 26, 2013 – 4:34 pm

Next Tuesday, December 3rd at 3:00pm we will officially cut the ribbon for Capital Yogurt, located on 255 New Scotland Avenue. Speaking at the event will be Mayor Jennings in addition to store owners Arlene and Paul Rappoccio. Capital Yogurt is Albany’s newest serve-yourself frozen yogurt shop. To find out more visit their facebook page […]

Impact Downtown Albany Launch a Success

November 20, 2013 – 5:05 pm

The Impact Downtown Albany launch had an outstanding turnout yesterday (November 19th) with a very positive response from the public for the Pecha Kucha event. Below are links to the event’s press coverage: Times Union – Leaders discuss Albany’s future Business Review – What’s a Pecha Kucha and how can it transform Downtown Albany? YNN […]

Glimpse of Downtown Albany’s Future 11/19

November 18, 2013 – 11:04 pm

Ever wonder what some of the region’s most influential thought leaders picture for Downtown’s future? Now’s your chance to get inside their vision of tomorrow. Join us for an inspiring PechaKucha night that will give a glimpse of possibilities in Downtown Albany. The presentations will start rolling promptly at 5:15, so head over after work, […]

Join Us & Open the Door to Downtown’s Future 11/19

November 15, 2013 – 7:25 pm

November 19th Schedule 12:00 – 2:00 Interactive engagement at the Ten Eyck Plaza 3:30 – 5:15 Interactive engagement at the Ten Eyck Plaza 4:00 – 4:30 Press conference 5:15 – 6:00 Glimpse of the Future of Downtown Albany Pecha Kucha Presentation Speakers Include: David Dixon, Goody Clancy Nancy Zimpher, SUNY Michael Holtzman, WhoSay Tracy Metzger, […]

Historic Rehabilitation Tax Credit Workshops

November 5, 2013 – 5:37 pm

On November 14th, two free tax credit workshops will take place at the University Club of Albany (141 Washington Avenue at Dove Street), from 2:00 – 4:00 PM and 5:00-6:00 PM. Click here for .pdf of flyer.

LAX on Lark Opens

November 1, 2013 – 5:59 pm

Bangkok Bistro owner Will Phan has opened his L.A.X. on Lark. The Italian-Asian-fusion restaurant at 205 Lark St. in Albany, NY opened Oct. 31. For full story click here.

The Impact Downtown Albany Strategy

October 30, 2013 – 7:00 pm

What is the Impact Downtown Albany strategy? Impact Downtown is a first-of-its-kind, fully comprehensive, future-focused plan for Downtown Albany. Its results-driven implementation initiative will act as a guide for local redevelopment and reinvestment in a manner that meets the needs of residents, businesses and other stakeholders. Stay tuned for exciting news and updates on Impact […]

Downtown Tactical Plan News: Corning Preserve Waterfront Park Plan Public Workshops

October 10, 2013 – 7:37 pm

To download the flyer, click here. As part of the tactical revitalization plan for Downtown Albany, Capitalize Albany Corporation is working with the City of Albany and a world-class consultant team to develop the Corning Preserve Waterfront Master Plan. This effort, funded in part by NYS Department of State builds from the soon-to-be completed Local […]

Numerous City of Albany Projects Selected by Regional Council As Proposed Priority Projects

September 25, 2013 – 2:04 pm

Over a dozen projects within the City of Albany have been identified by the Capital Region Economic Development Council as proposed priority projects for the upcoming REDC Round 3 awards. They include: the CSCC ATTAIN Lab project; the Park South Redevelopment project ; the Quackenbush Square project; the Wellington Row project; the Dewitt Clinton Hotel […]