Ann Donnelly

For Jared Humiston, the journey from a rented apartment in Argyle to the cutting edge of the regional tech industry has been defined by a single, unwavering mission: to make technology work for the client. As Adirondack Technical Solutions — known more commonly as ADKtechs — marks its 20th anniversary, the company is preparing for its most significant transformation yet. On … [Read more...] about ADKtechs Marks 20 Years, Prepares For Major Expansion At Moreau Commons

After years of honing his craft, from a cheap home espresso machine to commercial roasting, Ryan McNaughton has realized his goal of opening a dedicated brick-and-mortar coffee shop: Stinky’s Coffee Co. The shop is the anchor tenant in the newly developed Moreau Commons commercial hub at 1377 Route 9. McNaughton hopes to transform the highly visible former Suzuki dealership, … [Read more...] about From Home Roaster To Brick-and-Mortar, Stinky’s Coffee Opens at Moreau Commons

The Alpine Sport Shop, a Saratoga fixture since 1941, is more than a retail store; it’s a community hub built on a legacy of family, service, and local involvement. Today, the shop is owned and operated by Jack and Cathy Hay, who met on the Saratoga High School ski team in 1968. The store’s rich history began with founder Ed Taylor, who opened Alpine in 1941. Cathy’s … [Read more...] about Alpine Sport Shop Marks More Than 80 Years As A Saratoga Ski Tradition

Felicia Lynn launched Hometown Board Shop with the goal of rebuilding the snowboard community she remembers growing up with in Queensbury. The shop operates within Inside Edge on Glen Street, though Lynn said it already feels far more established than its short history suggests. The 2025-26 season will mark its first official winter season. Lynn and her husband, Matt, are … [Read more...] about Hometown Board Shop Opens To Rebuild Snowboard Culture In Queensbury

Inside Edge and Reliable Racing represent a business legacy spanning more than half a century in the Glens Falls area. The enterprise evolved from a small family ski shop established by Tom and Marilyn Jacobs at West Mountain in 1963 into an international supplier of ski racing equipment. Former owner John Jacobs, their son, reflects on that success as the result of the … [Read more...] about Inside Edge, Reliable Racing Mark More Than 50 Years Of Ski Industry Innovation