Author: Matthew Courtright

18 Jun Ticonderoga Summer of Beautification 2020

Posted at 17:00h in Press Releases

While the normal Ticonderoga Beautification Week & Community Clean-Up did not happen in May due to the COVID-19 pandemic the Ticonderoga Area Chamber of Commerce (TACC), the Ticonderoga Montcalm Street Partnership (TMSP), and the Town of Ticonderoga are pleased to announce there will be a Summer of Beautification with a theme of “Show Your Community Pride.” A number of projects, clean-ups, and events will take place throughout June, July, and August reopening Ticonderoga better and more beautiful. Main Street/Business Districts Clean-Up June 25th, July 23rd, & August 27th: 6:00 - 7:30 PM Meet at the Ticonderoga Area Chamber of Commerce office at 6...

20 May Bodette’s Barbecue Smokehouse Opens & Keeps Plans On Track During Pandemic

Posted at 18:32h in Press Releases

Bodette’s Barbecue Smokehouse recently opened in Ticonderoga, NY. Although the COVID-19 pandemic has certainly effected the local economy, Joe Bodette, Owner of Bodette’s Barbecue Smokehouse has continued to move forward with his plans for the opening of the smokehouse and reorganization of The Candy Corner which are both located at 133 Montcalm Street. Joe is a strong supporter of the community and the region. He continues to have a positive attitude even amongst the current situation and you can now enjoy the smell and taste of their barbecue on main street in Ticonderoga. Bodette’s will offer authentic, wood smoked barbecue available...

20 May TACC Responds To Pandemic To Support Businesses/The Region & Plans For Reopening

Posted at 18:19h in Press Releases

The COVID-19 pandemic arrived and the Ticonderoga Area Chamber of Commerce (TACC) responded in a planned, proactive, positive and productive way in coordination with regional partners. TACC Responds & Takes Action: TACC has a COVID-19 Action plan in regards to day to day operations, services, programs, meetings, and events. This is a three-level action plan. Serving as the Business & Visitor Center – INFO Center (Virtually). Ongoing general communication with all of our Members and businesses in regards to COVID-19 Resources, assistance, regulations, and Reopening Guidelines. This will be ongoing as information changes. In addition, they are receiving updates from our partners, the...

03 Apr The Great American Buy Local – Ways To Support Local Businesses During The COVID-19 Pandemic

Posted at 14:18h in Press Releases

Chambers of Commerce and organizations across America are asking communities to come together to support local businesses during the COVID-19 Pandemic. On Tuesday, April 7, all Americans will be encouraged to participate in a new initiative, The Great American Buy Local Day, to support local businesses, the communities they serve, and millions of people they employ. Locally owned businesses are truly suffering from the economic effects of the Coronavirus and supporting them while remaining safe and healthy is important. You can event support them without leaving your house. Even though Americans need to socially distance themselves, this initiative launched by Target...

06 Mar TACC Announces 2020 Team Including Staff, Board Members, & Ambassadors

Posted at 17:01h in Press Releases

The Ticonderoga Area Chamber of Commerce (TACC) is honored and excited to announce their 2020 Team including changes and additions to the Board of Directors as well as Ambassadors. The new TACC Executive Board and Board Members were recently approved at the Chamber’s Annual Meeting, Board Retreat, and Planning Session held January 21st, 2020. During the meeting Carolyn Ida from International Paper Company is the new TACC Board Chair and Anthony Anselmo from The Garrison Gym joined the TACC Executive Board. The new TACC Board Members are Joe Bodette from The Candy Corner and Bodettes Smokehouse, Renee Scuderi from Tromblees Greenhouse &...

03 Mar Recent Ticonderoga Area Business Entrepreneur Program A Success

Posted at 15:05h in Press Releases

The Adirondack Economic Development Center (AEDC), in conjunction with the Ticonderoga Area Chamber of Commerce (TACC) and North Country Community College (NCCC), recently held a 15-week intensive business basics for aspiring entrepreneurs or existing small businesses. The class took place September through December 2019 each week at the Ticonderoga campus of North Country Community College. “AEDC is so pleased to have been given the opportunity to partner with the TACC and NCCC in offering this course. We always enjoy working with their wonderful staff and in the Ticonderoga Area community. We are already planning additional workshops and an expanded partnership with...

02 Mar Christopher Chevrolet Buick To Host March Networking Event

Posted at 17:32h in Press Releases

Christopher Chevrolet Buick will host the Ticonderoga Area Chamber of Commerce (TACC) March After Business Mixer/Networking Event on Thursday, March 19th from 5:30 – 7:00 PM. Christopher Chevrolet Buick is located at 1111 Wicker Street in Ticonderoga. Sponsors providing door prizes are Best Western/Burgoyne Grill, Olive’s Ti Pi, Stoney Lonesome Bed & Breakfast, The Garrison Gym, Tromblees Greenhouse & Gift Shop, and the Wagon Wheel Restaurant. “Along with myself and the rest of the team at Christopher’s, we look forward to hosting our After Business Mixer in March and welcome all of our local businesses into our dealership for a night...

26 Feb Maximizing Google For Your Business Workshop To Be Held At TACC

Posted at 19:37h in Press Releases

The Ticonderoga Area Chamber of Commerce (TACC) in coordination with the North Country Chamber of Commerce and SCORE will offer a Maximizing Google For My Business workshop on Thursday, March 12th from 9:30 – 11:30 AM. The workshop will take place at the Ticonderoga Area Chamber of Commerce office which is located at 94 Montcalm Street, Suite 1 in downtown Ticonderoga. The workshop will be presented by Shelly Cihan of Workshop. Shelly is the Director of Search Marketing and is Google Analytics and Google Ad certified. This training is Free For TACC Members and $10 For Not-Yet Members. Pre-Registration Required by...

26 Feb Career/Job Fair To Take Place March 12th at NCCC Ticonderoga Campus

Posted at 15:29h in Press Releases

Job seekers in the Ticonderoga area will get the chance to meet with employers and learn about employment opportunities in the region when North Country Community College hosts a Career Fair on March 12. The Career Fair, which is free of charge and open to the public, will take place from 3 to 6 p.m. at the college’s Ticonderoga campus, located at 11 Hawkeye Trail. “This is a great opportunity to see what jobs and careers the community has to offer,” said David St. Germain, NCCC Business Department Chair and Coordinator of Strategic Academic Initiatives. “If you’re looking to start a new...

06 Feb Ticonderoga End of Winter Carnival & Fireworks 2020

Posted at 18:54h in Press Releases

The Ticonderoga Montcalm Street Partnership (TMSP) Promotions Committee and the Ticonderoga Area Chamber of Commerce in coordination with Silver Bay YMCA Teen Center, as well as a number of local businesses and organization are pleased to announce they will host the Sixth Annual Ticonderoga End of Winter Carnival & Fireworks on Saturday, March 7th, 2020. This family friendly event will include activities all day and throughout the evening. Business promotions and specials will be available all weekend (March 6th, 7th, & 8th, 2020). Schedule of Events: 11:00 AM - Noon: Juggling, Magic, Unicycle & Variety Show - Ticonderoga Armory Join Steve...