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Yahoo
15-04-2025
- Business
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Jack Backus honored with Chamber Appreciation Award
OGDENSBURG, N.Y. (WWTI) – The St. Lawrence County Chamber of Commerce will honor Jack Backus with the Chamber Appreciation Award at its annual Membership Breakfast Meeting on Tuesday, April 15, at the Inn at Gran View in Ogdensburg. Starbucks' summer menu leaks early — here's what's new Georgia man arrested over alleged threats to kill Tulsi Gabbard Watertown hosts Motor City in FPHL Playoff game Strong geomagnetic storm could bring northern lights to NNY: forecast 'Home Alone 2' director Chris Columbus wishes he could remove this from classic movie The Chamber says 'Chamber Appreciation Award' is presented yearly at the membership meeting to a partner individual or organization who has gone above and beyond to assure the chamber's success, mission and members. Backus has served on the Chamber's Board of Directors for decades, is being honored for his long-standing contributions to the Chamber, dedication to the county's communities and leadership at Mort Backus & Sons, a family-owned business with community support at its core. One nomination for Backus noted that even in his retirement, he 'still shows up to every meeting and event and is a bright and shining staple in the St. Lawrence County community…He is a great ambassador for the chamber and really cares about the community and small business.' Another nomination said Backus was always 'vocal about our members and supporting local businesses, making sure their best interests are being looked after.' Others expressed their appreciation for the thoughtful insights and questions he brings to his fellow Board members, along with recognition of the great things about St. Lawrence County. The annual breakfast meeting, which begins at 8:30 a.m., will also include appointments to the Board of Directors and Officers, as well as updates from Chamber leadership on previous accomplishments and goals for the coming year. North Country Easter Guide More information regarding the Chamber's annual membership meeting is available in the member events on Visit STLC's website. Additional information about this and other St. Lawrence County Chamber of Commerce events and programs is also available on their website or by calling 315-386-4000. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
02-04-2025
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Discover the Flavors: St. Lawrence County Chamber invites food influencer
ST. LAWRENCE COUNTY, N.Y. (WWTI) – The St. Lawrence County Chamber of Commerce welcomed restaurant and food enthusiast Anothony Tringale of 'Eat Local New York' for two private culinary tours that highlighted some of the county's independent restaurants. The trips, organized as part of the Chamber's ongoing destination development initiatives, aimed to raise awareness of the region's dining alternatives. These activities aim to attract more consumers to local eateries, thereby supporting a thriving food scene in the County's rural towns. Yum Brands CEO announces plans to retire in 2026 The Chamber's tourism team financed and created the itineraries, which Tringale around the county's locally owned restaurants. 'Bringing Anthony here was an ideal way for us to promote our local restaurant scene in an authentic way,' said Tiffani Amo, Director of Tourism for the St. Lawrence County Chamber of Commerce. 'The food itineraries we've published online are important marketing tools for our more traditional tourism promotion efforts, but this type of social media exposure and engagement is something that resonates with both visitors and residents in a completely different way. It's also a unique and exciting form of promotion for local business owners, which is important because we want them to be engaged and invested in how they're represented through a tourism lens.' The Cheesecake Factory's original menu was 1 page, and it was missing this popular staple Tringale's first visit took place on November 1, 2024, with stops at: Foster the Plant in Potsdam; Barking Dog Saloon in Potsdam; Hoof and Horn Butcher and Einery in Potsdam; Jake's On the Winer in Hannawa Falls; Sabad's in Norfolk; and Blue House in Madrid. Returning on March 28, 2025, he explored another set of restaurants, including: Wimpy's Inn in Ogdensburg; The Place in Ogdensburg; Gristmill Brewery in Massena; and 1844 House in Potsdam. An early post announcing Tringale's first visit in November received over 186,000 views on Instagram. Is Chipotle closing all its restaurants after filing for bankruptcy? Here's what we know In addition to these influencer-led excursions, the Chamber has established three new 'Foodie Fun' itineraries to assist tourists in exploring local cuisines, with regional emphasis on restaurants in the St. Lawrence Seaway, the River Valley, and the Adirondack Foothills. Additional information can be obtained at Visit STLC's website. These efforts are part of a broader tourism marketing campaign to attract visitors. For more information about St. Lawrence County's dining scene and tourism initiatives, you can contact Tiffani Amo, Director of Tourism, at tif@ Supreme Court rules in favor of FDA in dispute over flavored vapes Seinfeld, Springsteen added to Forbes' 2025 Billionaires list: Who else made the cut? Samaritan's January DAISY and BEE Award recipients Raven Streebel: JCC's featured Honors Program student for April 2025 Discover the Flavors: St. Lawrence County Chamber invites food influencer Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
28-02-2025
- Entertainment
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March 8: 5th Annual North Country Kids Expo
The St. Lawrence County Chamber of Commerce will host the 5th Annual North Country Kids Expo from 10 a.m. until 3 p.m. Saturday, March 8 at the Roos House at SUNY Canton. Kids and families alike will experience a day filled with activities, play zones, on-site demonstrations, and the chance to gather information from local businesses, organizations and vendors who cater to families of the North Country. Admission for adults and children over13 is $5. Children 12 and under can enter the event for free. Keep up with all the local events with our Community Calendar Organizers have announced that announce that Starcazia will be providing the entertainment. Kidz Bounce is a live, interactive, and energetic group of musical games featuring medium-high intensity aerobic dance, mime, improvisational play, and sing-alongs to old classics. Anyone interested in being an exhibitor at the event or for event sponsorship opportunities canget more information on the St. Lawrence County Chamber website at orcontact event coordinator, Laura Pearson at Laura@ 315-386-4000 extension 5. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
08-02-2025
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Feb. 11: STLC Business After Hours
The St. Lawrence County Chamber of Commerce is inviting businesses, their teams and their partners to the next Business After Hours networking event at the 11 West restaurant at 6182 US Highway 11 in Canton. This event will take place on Tuesday, Feb. 11, from 5 to 7 p.m. It will be a casual evening networking with businesses from across the North Country with light appetizers. Celebrate Winterfest activities and support St. Lawrence County businesses, communities and organizations. If you would like to stay for dinner after the Business After Hours ends at 7 p.m., you can let your server know if you would like a table. To register for the event Visit the STLC's Business After Hours webpage. Registration is $10. You can also pay at the door via cash or check. For more information or assistance with registration, you can contact Laura Pearson at Laura@ or go HERE. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
