Press Releases

19 Aug 18th Annual TACC Fundraiser & Auction Goes Virtual for 2020

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The Ticonderoga Area Chamber of Commerce (TACC) 18th Annual Fundraiser and Auction will now be a Virtual Auction held online with an in person gathering at a later time. The online auction will take place August 31st to September 7th, 2020 with participants being able to bid on an array of items as well as make donations to support the Chamber. Visit www.ticonderogany.com or the Ticonderoga Area Chamber of Commerce facebook page for a link to the virtual auction that will be available August 31st. “Our Members, area businesses and community members continue to be dedicated and supportive every year for...

12 Aug Health Department Working with Ticonderoga Mill on Annual Outage Plan

Posted at 19:23h in Press Releases

Press Release from Essex County Health Department & International Paper For More Information: Andrea Whitmarsh, Public Information Officer, Essex County Health Department 518-873-3546 │andrea.whitmarsh@essexcountyny.gov Donna Wadsworth, Communications Manager, International Paper - Ticonderoga Mill Donna.Wadsworth@ipaper.com Health Department Working with Ticonderoga Mill on Annual Outage Plan International Paper (IP) has announced an upcoming annual outage of its mill in Ticonderoga to perform necessary inspections and maintenance. It is anticipated that the outage, a coordinated undertaking that has already been postponed due to the coronavirus pandemic, will take place this fall. “Protecting the health and safety of our employees, contractors and community is our most important responsibility,” states Timothy Stocker,...

30 Jul Ti-Works Opens In Ticonderoga – Grand Opening To Be Held August 27th

Posted at 21:15h in Press Releases

The Ticonderoga Revitalization Alliance has recently opened Ti-Works, the new “co-working space” in downtown Ticonderoga. After a three month delay due to the COVID-19 pandemic, the workspace is now open. It’s naturally socially distanced with cubicles and open space, and disinfected daily according to CDC guidelines for office spaces. A Grand Opening & Ribbon Cutting event will take place on Thursday, August 27th at 4:30 PM in coordination with the Ticonderoga Area Chamber of Commerce. Light refreshments will be served following the ribbon cutting as well as an open house to check out the new space until 5:30 PM. Masks are...

01 Jul Ti Area Farmers Market Gears Up For 2020 Season

Posted at 14:36h in Press Releases

The Ticonderoga Area Chamber of Commerce (TACC) is excited to announce that the 2020 season for the Ticonderoga Area Farmers Market will start on Saturday July 11th and run through September 26th. The market will operate on Saturdays from 10AM to 1PM at Wicker Wood (1114 Wicker Street) near the Walmart entrance and across from Christopher Chevrolet Buick. Parking is available in the back of property after entering. During this unprecedented time, farmers have continued to plant seeds, tend livestock, make repairs, package products and continue their hard work and resourcefulness to get food to market. COVID-19 underscores their importance in...

30 Jun Chamber Day 2020 Rescheduled For July 21st

Posted at 15:41h in Press Releases

The Ticonderoga Area Chamber of Commerce (TACC) is pleased to announce that their 10th Annual Chamber Day will be held on Tuesday, July 21st, 2020. Chamber Day was originally scheduled for April 21st but had to be rescheduled due to COVID-19. Ticonderoga Area Chamber of Commerce Staff, Board Members, Ambassadors, Young Professionals and volunteers will be hand delivering the 2020/2021 TACC Membership Plaques to Ticonderoga Area Chamber of Commerce Members in the Ticonderoga Area, as well as important Membership Benefit Information and reminders. Plaques will be delivered throughout the day. If members are not open or the TACC is unable to...

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 &...