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WATERFORD, NY- The public is invited to pick up a free 2023 Erie Canalway National Heritage Corridor calendar starting December 1, 2022 at selected libraries and visitor centers throughout the National Heritage Corridor. The calendar features winning images from this year’s Erie Canalway photo…

Yesterday the New York State legislature delivered A9969/S9047, the Not-for-Profit Corporation Law Modernization Act, to Governor Hochul and she signed the bill last night.  The N-PCL Modernization Act: Aligns the N-PCL with current practice by allowing Board and member decisions through electronic…

The Letchworth State Park Autism Nature Trail is the nation’s first nature trail specifically designed to address the sensory needs of those on the autism spectrum and their families. Officially opening on October 1, 2021 in Letchworth State Park, the Autism Nature Trail is a one-mile hiking…

View the web version of this U.S. Travel Newsletter. With business and international travel spending still down compared to 2019—while inflation remains high and a recession looms—please join U.S. Travel in urging congress to act before the end of the year on policies that restore business and…

Fort William Henry, John Strough, Adirondack Pub & Brewery,and Christine Dowd Molella Honored by Chamber LAKE GEORGE, NY — The Lake George Regional Chamber of Commerce & CVB is thrilled to announce its annual honorees as the Chamber continues to celebrate its 70th anniversary, commemorating a…

Please join the Genesee County Chamber of Commerce in welcoming Brian Cousins! The Genesee County Chamber of Commerce Board of Directors announced that Brian Cousins has been selected as their new President. Cousins will succeed Erik Fix, who left to take a position with the City of Batavia. “The…

Market New York Project #134852:Tourism Industry Recovery & Resurgence Travel Trade Activation Program: Direct B2B Sales ROI B2B Virtual Business Development Co-Op 2023January 10, 17, 24, 31 2023 *Space Reservation now CLOSED* ALON, in partnership with New York State Tourism Industry Association…

MANY’s Awards of Distinction recognize the exceptional achievements of New York’s museums and museum professionals. Awards celebrate museums and honor museum professionals who create transformative experiences for visitors, shape innovative programs, and use collections to tell the…

Welcome to the new and improved website for the New York State Tourism Industry Association! The new site provides numerous improvements in user functionality, content management, accessibility, and more. It represents a major investment in time and resources to better prepare NYSTIA to serve its…

Round Two Open to Private Sector Tourism Businesses   ONTARIO COUNTY - Finger Lakes Visitors Connection, Ontario County’s official tourism promotion agency, is kicking off Round Two of its Visitor Experience Fund grant program, expanding 2022-2023 funding to private sector businesses and…

PEARL RIVER, NY November 10, 2022– LEGOLAND® New York Resort is ensuring guests with electric vehicles can focus on having fun while their vehicles charge during their bricktastic day! The Goshen theme park has installed a new bank of EV charging stations in its parking lot for guest use. Two of…

Opportunities Available for Local Providers & Businesses Interested in Developing and Operating Recreational Activities and Excursions Across the New York State Canal System The New York State Canal Corporation today announced a request for qualifications (RFQ) seeking providers to join the fourth…

Project Enhances the Downtown Riverwalk Experience with Brilliant Colors  Illumination Creates a Unique and Vibrant Riverfront Attraction in Downtown Jamestown  Key Catalytic Project is Part of the $10 Million Downtown Revitalization Initiative The New York Department of State and the City of…

Shared from the Alon e-newsletter: We are excited to share with you that ALON Marketing Group has rebranded! We are now Alon Tourism Solutions We are still the same Alon team you know and trust! For more than 20 years, ALON Marketing Group has dedicated our business to assisting our partners in…

From the Vote Yes for Clean Water and Jobs Newsletter: Thank you, New York!Yesterday, New Yorkers across the state overwhelmingly voted to pass Prop 1, delivering a monumental victory for clean water, healthy air, and good jobs for generations to come.We could not have done it without the help of…

World-Class Recreation Opportunity in the Heart of the Adirondacks Department of Environmental Conservation and Office of General Services Select Contractor, Equipment Mobilization Underway for First of Three Construction Phases Governor Kathy Hochul today announced the start of construction for the…

In their Employee Benefits July Newsletter, Brown & Brown Inc. provided important guidance on a number of issues, most notably IRS Raises Mileage Rates for Second Half of 2022, PCORI Fees, 988 and Updated Guidance on FMLA Leave for Mental Health Conditions.

Hilina D. Ajakaiye and Carrie Simmons will share insight into their organizations' work in DEI Auburn, N.Y. – Greater Boston Convention & Visitors Bureau (GBCVB) Executive Vice President Hilina D. Ajakaiye and Stowe Area Association Executive Director Carrie Simmons will deliver keynote…

Forwarded from the Canal NY Newsletter: This exciting news from Canals and NYPA on Rebecca's promotion to the position of Executive Deputy Director. Today is a splendid day for the NYS Canal Corporation and New York Power Authority. We are excited to announce that Rebecca Hughes, a critical member…

  On behalf of the board and staff of the New York State Tourism Industry Association, I would like to thank the 160+ attendees who joined us in New York City. While it is important to manage what is happening at the front of the room, it is our members that we strive to serve and whose…