Readers` Choice 2015 PDF

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2015
The Leader-Herald, Readersʼ Choice Awards, 2015 – 2
Best Massage & Best Spa: SW Skin Care & Cosmetics
SW Skin Care & Cosmetics is Fulton County’s premier Day
Spa and the area’s leading provider of high quality spa and
skin care services. Not only do they provide basic spa
services such as facials, waxing, massage therapy, make-up
artistry and manicures/pedicures, but they specialize in advance skin treatment and anti-aging procedures, to include
removal of skin tags and other skin irregularities; microcurrent, also known as the “lunchtime facelift”; chemical peels;
microdermabrasion; and their latest addition, Microneedling.
Sherry Wieszchowski, spa owner, said of this new technology “We are very excited to add this new service to our
line-up of already effective anti-aging treatments. This new
service not only significantly minimizes facial lines and
wrinkles, but also reduced acne scarring and even stretch
marks. Micro-needling is amazing!!!”
In addition to spa services, SW Skin Care & Cosmetics
provides for all your home beauty needs as well. They
have a full line of professional quality make-up products,
and they offer skin care products from Rhonda Allison, PCA
skin and Sherry Wieszchowski’s own SW line of professional products. Walk in anytime and get an expert’s opinion of what’s best for you. They will be happy to let you
sample the products and walk you through application and
use techniques.
One of the most exciting things coming up for SW Skin
Care & Cosmetics is their approaching relocation and expansion. The company recently purchased the building at
23 Fremont Street in historic downtown Gloversville and is
in the process of renovating to create a true signature spa,
first of its kind in Fulton County. This new spa will double
the current facility’s capacity and will feature seven treatment rooms for massage and facials, locker rooms, a quiet
reflection room, and nail stations. They will also be adding
hair service stations at their new location to become the
ultimate one stop shop for spa and salon services. The
new facility will even have a large training room where
classes, such as yoga will be offered, and instructional presentations by the area’s leading expects in beauty and skin
care services will be given for public education. This new
facility is expected to open in June 2016.
When asked about the relocation, Wieszchowski commented, “I am so excited about this move. Not only because we are creating a state-of-the-art spa facility with this
new location, but because we are truly doing good for our
community. Spa and skin care services are severely lacking
in this area, there are no dermatologists practicing within 30
miles and the closest full service spa, aside from ours, is in
Saratoga. We serve a need here, and we serve it well. Even
those who used to go out to Saratoga are amazed when
they walk through our doors. You will not find higher quality spa services anywhere, and we are proud to offer that
to this community.”
Located at 86 Briggs St., Ste. 2 (Briggs Street Plaza), Johnstown. SW Skin Care & Cosmetics is now Offering 90
minute therapeutic massage with hot stones for $120.
For more information, visit their website at www.
nyupstate.skincaretherapy.net, or give them a call at
(518) 705-4121.
“The Area’s Premier Day Spa & Skin Care Center”
(518) 705-4121
www.nyupstate.skincaretherapy.net
ACCOUNTANT:
ATTORNEY:
AUTO SUPPLY STORE:
West & Company CPA’s PC
Ronald R. Schur
AMBULANCE SERVICE:
ATV DEALER:
Ambulance Service of Fulton County
Powerhouse Motor Sports
Frank’s Gun & Tackle Shop, Inc
ANTIQUE SHOP:
AUCTIONEER:
BAKERY:
Terry’s Antiques
County Line Auctions
APARTMENT / RETIREMENT COMMUNITY:
AUDIOLOGIST:
Trackside Homes
Dr. Mark Caffrey, Au. D., FAAA
APPLE ORCHARD:
AUTO BODY SHOP:
Rogers Family Orchard
Nix Auto Body
APPLIANCE STORE:
AUTO DEALER:
Ruby & Quiri
Brown’s Ford Johnstown
ART GALLERY:
AUTO INSPECTION:
The Finishing Touch
Brown’s Ford Johnstown
ASSISTED LIVING:
AUTO SERVICE:
Pineview Commons
Herba Nissan
Napa Auto Parts (Gloversville)
BAIT & TACKLE SHOP:
Rauch Bakery Co., Inc.
BANK:
First Niagara Gloversville
BANQUET FACILITY:
Holiday Inn (Johnstown - Gloversville)
BARBER:
Barone’s Barber Shop
BAR / NIGHT CLUB:
Mayfield Grill
BEVERAGE SHOP:
TJ’s Discount Beverage
CONT. ON PAGE 8
A B ig T h an k Y o u !
#
JOHNSTOWN
762-4609
1 Auto Dealer & #1 Auto Inspection
Thank you for voting us the best in the
business again! You make it easy for
us to make it easy for you.
www.brownsford.com
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READERS’ CHOICE AWARD WINNERS
AMSTERDAM
843-4600
The Leader-Herald, Readersʼ Choice Awards, 2015 – 4
Hot Dog
Hut Café
BOTTLE
CM and
CAN
&
“We’re Not
Just Dogs”
We would like to thank our loyal customers
for your recognition and patronage.
A Big, Big Thank You to
you all for voting us
#1C aterer!
Todd & Lisa Richards
Hours: Mon.-Wed. 10-3:30; Thurs. 10-7; Fri. 10-8
Being good
neighbors.
Located at “Smitty’s” Service Station
Corner of Pleasant Ave. & 201 W. State St., Johnstown
518-775-7312
Open 7 Days: Mon-Fri 9am-6pm; Sat & Sun 10am-4pm
for voting us #1
4 E. Main, Johnstown • 762-3678
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RETURN CENTER
How does a localized area become
a genuine community? It takes
good people doing great things.
Not just for themselves but also
for their neighbors. It’s mentoring those
who need guidance. It’s opening new
businesses with quality products at
fair prices. It’s teachers who care.
It’s art that enriches the mind;
theater that thrills the soul. It’s playing
together, working together, and watching
our kids grow up together. And as we
perform these daily rituals, strangers become
friends. Where anything, with a little help from
them, seems possible.
A special Thank You to all of our customers and the readers who voted First Niagara
as Best Bank in the 2015 Leader Herald Readers’ Choice Awards.
Visit us at firstniagara.com.
We appreciate you using us as
your bottle & can return center.
Barone’s
Barber Shop
Thank you for voting us
#1 Barber Shop
in the 2015 Readers Choice
Our customers are our most valued asset.
We sincerely appreciate your vote of
confidence and look forward to your business
and serving you in the future.
Arterial Plaza • Gloversville
(518) 725-3317
BANK / BORROW / INVEST / PROTECT
Country Club
146 STEELE RD., JOHNSTOWN, NY • 736-4622
We would like to thank the
readers for voting us
#
1 GOLF COURSE!
The golf season may be widing down,
but our restaurant and banquet
facilities are open all winter.
CHECK OUT OUR NIGHTLY SPECIALS
• 2 For Tuesday • Wed. - Wing Night
• Thurs. - Mexican • Fri. - Prime Rib
Spirits
at...
of the
A D IR O N D A C KS
“Thanks to all our loyal
customers for voting us
#
1 Liquor Store”
107 Townsend Ave., Johnstown
(Next to the Holiday Inn) PHONE: 762-7667
HOURS: Mon - Sat 10:00 - 9:00; Sunday 12:00 - 4:00
Thank You...
THANK YOU . . .
“HOUSE OF PIZZA”
Would Like To
Extend A BIG “THANK YOU”
To All Our Loyal Customers Who Voted Us . . .
#1 PIZZA
In The Readers’ Choice Awards.
We also extend our “Thanks” and appreciation to all of
our employees who helped us achieve this recognition.
Your Continued Support Is Greatly Appreciated!
The Viscosi Family and staff would like to extend their
sincere thanks and gratitude for voting us the
#1 monument business, in the Reader’s Choice voting.
Your confidence in us and continued support is
greatly appreciated.
CHERRY VALLEY
MEMORIALS INC.
Corner of Pine and So. Main St., Gloversville
th
5 Ave. Ext. • 725-9400 • Gloversville
www.cvmemorials.com
(518) 725-2012
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Hales Mills
Clyde says... “It’s Always 5 o’clock”
The Leader-Herald, Readersʼ Choice Awards, 2015 – 6
Over
We’re #One!
years of service
2 1/2 YEAR
to 5 YEAR
OLDS
GLOVERSVILLE
– 773-8164 –
Registered
Pre-School / Day Care
A Great Place To Learn and Grow!
Thank You For Voting Us
#1 Child Care
and
#1 Preschool
Your confidence and trust
in us is greatly appreciated!
THANK
YOU!!
On behalf of the Dental Team at
Dr. Kate Houtz’s Office we want to
Thank You for your continued
support through our transition as
Dr. Matthew Kearney passed the
“Tooth Brush” on.
We are so proud to make
you SMILE!
Dr. Houtz, Leighann, Vikki, Kathy,
Pina and Sara
15 Maple Avenue ~ Gloversville ~ 773-7584
194 4 - 2 015
Thank you for listening.
And thank you for
voting us number one.
We listen to you, too,
so let us know how we
can serve you better.
THANKS
and Thank You Again
for Voting
Drew’s Tattoo
Studio
Readers’ Choice #1
for Another Year!
JOHNSTOWN — Dunlap Chiropractic, located at 2701
Route 29, was named by
Leader-Herald readers as the No. 1 chiropractic practice
in the region.
The chiropractic practice was started almost 10 years ago in
February 2006. The business is owned by chiropractor Brad
Dunlap and his wife, Tamara, who's a dentist in Johnstown.
The Dunlaps have three children Jack, 10, Kyle, 8 and Zoe, 4.
Orignally Dunlap Chiropractic was located on Decker
Drive in the Crossroads Business Park, but in 2010, Brad Dunlap moved his location to a 32-acre farm on Route 29,
which gave him greater visibility and helped him expand
his client base by between 30 percent and 40 percent.
Shortly before the move, in 2009, Brad Dunlap purchased
the chiropractic practice of a Johnstown chiropractor Mike
Perras, who was moving out of the area. Dunlap estimates
the acquisition of Perras' practice increased the size of his
client base by about 60 percent.
Dunlap said his move to Route 29 also allowed him to create the kind of chiropractic practice he wanted to operate.
"What I've wanted to do is create more of a home office
type setting. It's not my home, but I wanted that appeal
versus a commercial office building," he said. "The way I
practice hasn't changed. I do general chiropractic, musculoskeletal injuries, low back and neck pain, sports injuries."
Dunlap said at his chiropractic practice he treats anyone
from pediatric patients, who are infants and children, to
older geriatric patients.
"I treat anything from chronic ear or colic [infection] in a
child to chronic low back or neck pain in an adult," he said.
The practice of chiropractic science is the based on the
belief that manipulation of misaligned joints, particularly
the joints of the spinal column, can help alleviate pain and
illness in other parts of the body.
"The majority of my clients are probably middle-aged, 40
to 55 years of age," he said. "I do get quite a few families.
Mom or Dad start with us and then they'll bring in their kids
to get checked, so I do have a pretty decent younger generation clientele. I don't target one specific age group."
The Leader-Herald/Bill Trojan
Brad Dunlap Chiropractic: . From left, Nell Cole, office manager, Brad Dunlap, chiropracter, and Katrin Petrelia, mage therapist.
Dunlap said he's grateful the readers
of The Leader-Herald chose his chiropractic practice in the Readers' Choice
Awards as the best in the region.
"My philosophy is that when somebody comes to me, I want to try help fix
their problem and help them maintain
good chiropractic health," he said. "I'm
not an aggressive chiropractor. I'm gentle. I have a lot of different techniques
that I use, which is always a benefit, as
opposed to using just one style."
Dunlap foresees that his business will
grow over the next 10 years. He said
he intends to try to remain on the cutting edge of chiropractic science.
"As techniques develop, I'll develop
if the research supports it," he said.
“Thanks to all of our loyal patients
for voting us #1”
DUNLAP CHIROPRACTIC
2701 St. Hwy. 29, Johnstown, NY 12095
(518) 725-4114 • Fax (518) 725-4115
dunlapchiropractic@frontiernet.net
Brad J. Dunlap, D.C.
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Best Chiropractor: Dunlap Chiropractic
Office Hours By Appointment
Evaluation and Treatment For:
• Low Back Pain & Sciatica
• Sports Injuries, TMJ
• Neck Pain & Headaches
• Pediatric Conditions
The Leader-Herald, Readersʼ Choice Awards, 2015 – 8
READERS’ CHOICE AWARD WINNERS
BOAT DEALER:
CARPET CLEANER:
Alpin Haus
Perfection Cleaning Service
BOOKSTORE:
CAR WASH:
Mysteries On Main Street
Classic Auto Wash
Stewart’s Shops (Fulton St., Gloversville)
BOTTLE & CAN RETURN:
CATERER:
CREDIT UNION:
C & M Bottle & Can Return
Hot Dog Hut Café
BOWLING:
CHILD CARE:
Perry Lanes
Rainbow Play School
BREAKFAST:
CHILDREN’S CLOTHING STORE:
Travers Diner
Something Special
BRIDAL SHOP:
CHINESE FOOD:
Belle ‘N Beau’s Bridals & Tuxedos
Johnstown Peking
BUILDER / CONTRACTOR:
CHIROPRACTOR:
Kucel Contractors, Inc.
Dunlap Chiropractic
CARD STORE:
COFFEE SHOP:
Thomas’ Hallmark
Mohawk Harvest Cooperative Market
Childcare/Pre-School
Before/After School Programs
Indoor/outdoor Soccer
Sports/Splash Birthday Parties
Six lane pool/swim team
Basketball/volleyball
Teen center/teen nights
Tennis/pickleball
Fitness Center/personal training
GTS scheduled bus stop
Weight loss programs
Zumba/Yoga/Pilates
Silver and Fit
Aqua-Robics/Senior Aqua-fit
Cycling
Free Babysitting
Whirlpool/Sauna/Steam Room
Free Swim Lessons with Family
Membership
Home School Gym/Swim
And so much more…
come for a tour today!
COMPUTER SALES / SERVICE:
Computer Doctor
CONVENIENCE STORE:
First Choice Financial Federal Credit Union
DANCE STUDIO:
High Performance Dance Center
DELI:
Whitey’s Meat, Deli and Catering
DENTIST:
Dr. Matthew Kearney, DDS & Kate Houtz
DEPARTMENT STORE:
Peebles
DINER:
Travers Diner
CONT. ON PAGE 11
213 Harrison Street
JOHNSTOWN
(518) 848-3447
www.fultoncountyymca.org
Thanks for making us
The #1 Fitness Center
9 – The Leader-Herald, Readersʼ Choice Awards, 2015
Best Garden Center: Harveys Home, Garden & Pet Center
Harvey's Home, Garden and Pet Center in Johnstown, named the No. 1 garden center in this
year's Readers' Choice Awards, is appreciated by
customers because of its customer service, coowner Christina VanValkenburgh says.
The center, located on Route 30A, offers gardening
and outdoor decor products, soil testing, free pool
water testing, dog obedience classes, grooming,
nutrition for pets, bird seminars, a do-it-yourself dog
wash and other products and services.
This is the second year in a row the center has
been named No. 1 garden center in the Readers'
Choice Awards.
Recently, the center has seen growth in its dog
and cat grooming service. The grooming includes
a bath, ear and eye cleaning, nail trimming and a
haircut.
The center started the grooming service a year
and a half ago, VanValkenburgh said.
The Home, Garden and Pet Center is located in
the same building as Home Heating Headquarters,
which is run by VanValkenburgh's husband, Mark
VanValkenburgh.
Together, both businesses employ about 25
people.
The home and garden business has been operating since 1987. In the early 1990s, the VanValkenburghs opened Home Heating Headquarters.
Christina VanValkenburgh's father-in-law used to
say, "The only way you can take care of your customers is by service, service, service," and the
business follows those words today.
Providing customers with carryout service is one
of the ways the business goes above and beyond
to serve its customers.
Regarding the Readers' Choice Award, VanValkenburgh said, "We're excited that [customers]
The Leader-Herald/Morgan Frisch
think as highly of our place as we do." "It only Employees at Harvey's Home Garden & Pet Center on Route 30A, Johnstown. From Left, Katherine Meyer, dog groomer, Julia Woodard, future
dog groomer, Jen DeCuyke, dog trainer and Christina VanValkenburgh, owner. Harpur and Tex.
makes us want to keep getting better."
We are thrilled that you have chosen
us as your #1 Garden Center.
Please see us for all your pet
and grooming needs.
250 N. Comrie Ave., Johnstown • 518-762-7613
H o urs:M o nda y-Frida y 9 -7;Sa turda y 8-5;Sunda y 10 -3
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Thank You!
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your support and
continued business.
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We appreciate
your votes &
your patronage!
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Palmer
Pharmacy
“for old fashioned service and courtesy”
Pharmacists - Tom Friello • Carole Deyoe • Bob Sullivan
• Liza Saltsman • Jennifer Christman
Thank you for choosing Udderly Delicious
for your favorite ice cream shop, 2015.
We would like to thank our family, friends and
great employees for all their help and support.
Also, thank you to all the new and old
customers for their continued patronage.
Weʼre looking forward to seeing all
of you in the spring.
Jim & Vickey
North Comrie Ave., Johnstown
for choosing us
as your #1 Pharmacy.
We’re happy to serve you!
GET YOUR FLU SHOT HERE!
Free delivery to Gloversville & Johnstown
2 E. MAIN, JOHNSTOWN • 762-8319
Mon.-Fri. 8:30 am to 7 pm; Sat. 8:30 am to 2 pm, Sun. 9 am - 1 pm
DOCTOR / PHYSICIAN:
FITNESS CENTER:
GIFT SHOP:
Dr. David Pesses
Fulton County YMCA
The Mulberry Tree
DRY CLEANER:
FLOORING STORE:
GOLF COURSE:
Robison and Smith, Inc.
Ruby & Quiri
Hales Mills Country Club
ELECTRICIAN:
FLORIST:
GROCERY STORE:
Fulton County Electrical & Electronics
Peck’s Flowers
EMPLOYER:
FRAMING (PICTURES):
West & Company CPA’s PC
Mountainview Custom Framing
ENTERTAINMENT STORE:
FUEL COMPANY:
F.Y.E.
Midnight Oil Co.
FARM EQUIP. DEALER:
FUNERAL HOME:
Tractor Supply Co.
Walrath & Stewart Funeral Home
FAST FOOD:
FURNITURE STORE:
Wendy’s
Ruby & Quiri
FINANCIAL PLANNER:
GARDEN CENTER:
Samuel E. Zimmerman
Harvey’s Home, Garden & Pet Center
Hannaford (Gloversville)
HAIR SALON:
Razor A Cutting Edge Salon
HAMBURGER:
Burger King (Arterial Plaza)
HARDWARE STORE:
Noble Ace Hardware
HEATING / AIR CONDITIONING:
A Johnson Plumbing,
Heating & Air Conditioning
The Law Office of Ronald R. Schur
would like to thank the readers for
voting us #1!
To our clients past, present & future
We thank you for your
continued support!
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READERS’ CHOICE AWARD WINNERS
CONT. ON PAGE 16
Phone: 518-661-5001 • Fax: 518-661-4664 • Email: Schurlaw@hotmail.com
2431 State Hwy. 30, P.O. Box 358 • Mayfield, New York 12117
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RESTAURANT & PIZZERIA
219 N. Comrie Ave.
Rt. 30A, Arterial, Johnstown • 762-3931
The Vahaviolos family
THANKS YOU for voting us
#1 Sub/Grinder!
Open 7 Days: Mon.-Thurs. 11:00-10,
Fri. & Sat. 11-11, Sun. 4-9
“We have the largest variety menu in the area”
would like to express their sincere
Thanks and Gratitude to all our loyal
customers who voted us
#1 Florist
in the 2015 Readers Choice Awards,
we appreciate your support and
vote of confidence in us.
105 N. Main St. • Gloversville
725-7173 • pecksflowersny.com
Your Car, Your Choice. Make It!
AUTO BODY REPAIRS
& COLLISION SERVICE
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Open Mon. - Fri. 8am - 5pm
’s
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Aut Bo
Shop
To all our loyal customers who
voted us #1 again...
We are humbled by your
19 years of continued support.
Thank You So Much!
Shop Local ... It matters!
THANK
YOU!
To All Our Customers and Friends
49 Hill Street ~ Gloversville
Your Support is Greatly Appreciated!
(518) 725-2226
www.nixautobody.com
Your friends at...
Gifts for The Heart and Home
293 North Comrie Ave., Route 30A,
Johnstown, NY 12095
518-762-4438 • www.mulberrytreegifts.com
HANK
YOUFOR
CHOOSEINGUS
Readers’ Choice
Optician/Eyewear Boutique
Rogers Orchard
thanks you for voting us
#1 Apple Orchard!
Don’t forget...
We’re Open Until Christmas!
Hours: 10-5 Daily
Johnstown Mall Rt. 30A, Johnstown
762-4402
You will find us at the foothills of the great Adirondack
Mountains just off Route 29 W., #260 County Highway 131
Johnstown, N.Y. 12095 • Phone: 518-762-8736
DEAN’S DOGS
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for voting
us
NUMBER
ONE!!!
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It’s Always
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Winning
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Open
Mon.-Wed. 11-6
Thur. & Fri. 11-8
Sat. 11-4
Kem Plaza - Rt. 30, Amsterdam, NY
842-DOGS
We would like to
thank the readers
who voted us
#1 in Assisted
Living!
Pineview Commons is more than a
place to live, it’s a fine way of life.
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T
ROGERS FAMILY
ORCHARD
AND
CIDER MILL
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#1 DINER and
#1 BREAKFAST
We look forward to your continued
support and we are always here to serve
you as customer service is our #1 priority!
Thank you for your patronage
Briggs St., Plaza, Johnstown
518-705-4155
Hours: Monday - Friday 9-7; Saturday 9-4 & Sunday 10-3
A
HIGH END SALON EXPERIENCE...
...AT AFFORDABLE PRICES
FOR MEN, WOMEN AND CHILDREN.
WE’LL SEE YOU SOON!
Thank you for voting us #1 Hair Salon!
RT. 30A • 725-0444 • GLOVERSVILLE
We sincerely appreciate your
support and patronage.
Open Sun. thru Thurs. 7am to 9pm • Fri. & Sat. 7am to 10pm
Thank You
For Voting Us #1 Funeral Home in the
2015 Readers’ Choice Awards.
Your support and confidence in us over
the years is greatly appreciated.
We will continue to do our best,
helping families through difficult times,
with the comfort and understanding
that you have come to know.
WALRATH & STEWART
FUNERAL HOME
51 Fremont St., Gloversville
to our customers and clients
past, present and future.
Two convenient locations to serve you better ...
Johnstown
363 N. Comrie Ave.
762-9885
ARLENE M. SITTERLY, INC.
Amsterdam
4781 St. Hwy. 30
212-2503
www.coldwellbankerams.com
info@coldwellbankerams.com
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Best Home Health Care: Community Health Center
JOHNSTOWN — Community Health Center, which
is celebrating its 30th year serving Fulton and Montgomery counties, was named the No. 1 home
health care agency in the Reader's Choice Awards.
CHC, a nonprofit agency, was founded in 1984
as the result of a joint venture of St. Mary's Healthcare in Amsterdam and Nathan Littauer Hospital
and Nursing Home in Gloversville. The certified
home health agency and long-term home health
care provider opened in 1985 and has grown to
be one of the largest home health care agencies
in the region.
CHC offers a full range of in-home health care
services. In 2013, the agency expanded its service area to include Hamilton, Herkimer, Saratoga,
Schoharie and Warren counties, said Anne Boles,
director of community relations for CHC.
CHC employs around 160 people, most of them
full time, and currently serves about 450 patients,
Boles said.
"We … have a great staff that really provides the
patient-centered care we focus on," Boles said.
CHC is a repeat winner of the Reader's Choice
Award.
"We are very appreciative of our [counties] voting for us two years in a row," Boles aid.
CHC always aims to keep up with the times. One
way it is doing that is providing its employees
with smart phones, Boles said.
"That's a great way to connect with each other
since everyone is always out in the field," Boles
said.
The agency has three offices — Johnstown,
Herkimer and Galway — which aim to accommoThe Leader-Herald/Bill Trojan
A group photo of the staff at Community Health Center in Johnstown on October 22, 2015.
date staff members in the field.
Among the CHC's many programs and services
are care management, a care transitions program, home tele-monitoring, nursing home transition and wound and continence program.
chronic care and disease management, a commu- diversion waiver, nutritional services, pain man- "We service patients of any age who need home
nity mental health nurse, developmental services, agement and end-of-life care, rehabilitation, and a health care service," Boles said.
Community Health Center
Of St. Mary’s Healthcare and Nathan Littauer Hospital
Not Just Any Home Care Agency… Your Community Home Care Agency!
Community Health Center is Honored
to be selected as a Reader’s Choice!
CHC is proud to cultivate teamwork, respect,
and dedication at our agency. This translates
to the patient-centered care we provide to
our patients in Our Community.
Thank you, Thank you, Thank you!!!
N ow Servin g: F ulton,M ontgom ery,S aratoga,S choharie,H am ilton,H erkim er,and W arren C ounties
C H C ’s N ursing,T herap y,and A ide S taff are caregivers w ith great attitudes,and
a skill level that goes above and beyond any hom e care agency in the region.
We pride ourselves with giving patients com
pa ssion a te a n d qua lity ca re.
C all u s tod ay! 518-762-8215
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READERS’ CHOICE AWARD WINNERS
HOME HEALTH CARE :
LANDSCAPER:
MONUMENTS:
Community Health Center
Yager Landscaping & Lawn Care
HOT DOGS:
LAUNDROMAT:
Dean’s Hot Dogs
Robison and Smith, Inc.
Adirondack Harley Davidson
HOTEL / MOTEL:
LIQUOR STORE:
NAIL SALON:
Holiday Inn (Johnstown - Gloversville)
Spirits of the Adirondacks
HUNTING / FISHING SUPPLY:
LUMBER / HOME IMPROVEMENT:
Frank’s Gun & Tackle Shop, Inc.
Kingsboro Lumber Company
ICE CREAM:
MARINA:
Udderly Delicious
Northampton Marina
INSURANCE AGENCY:
MASSAGE THERAPY:
Parker Insurance State Farm Insurance
SW Skin Care & Cosmetics, Inc.
JEWELRY SHOP:
MEAT MARKET:
J Fine Jewelry
Bowman’s Market
KITCHEN REMODELING:
MEN’S CLOTHING STORE:
Kingsboro Lumber Company
Dunday’s Clothing
Cherry Valley Memorials, Inc.
MOTORCYCLE SHOP:
Johnstown Nails
NEWS SOURCE:
The Leader-Herald
OPTICIAN/EYEWEAR:
Williamson Optical
OPTOMETRIST/OPTHALMOLOGIST:
Dr. John R. Kearney, MD
PAINT STORE:
Noble Ace Hardware
PAVING / SEALCOATING
Duff & Wilson Paving, Inc.
CONT. ON PAGE 19
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Thank You
for voting Mountainview
Custom Framing
1st in Readers Choice
for Picture Framing!
HOURS: MON-FRI 9-5 • SAT. 9-12 OR BY APPT.
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883-8942
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JOHNSTOWN — The Holiday Inn in Johnstown has
once again been named by Leader-Herald readers
as the No. 1 hotel, motel and banquet facility in the
region.
Jim Landrio, the general manager of the inn and
one of the partners who owns the franchise, said
his business in currently undergoing a $700,000 renovation to upgrade the interior of the hotel, which
he said should be completed by January.
This renovation builds upon other upgrades in recent years at the hotel, including the business converting the hotel from an exterior hotel to an interior
hotel and putting up a new canopy.
"Now we're doing phase three of our plan, which
is the remodeling of the lobby, the restaurant, the
banquet facility and the lounge. We actually started
in June and we'll be completed by January," Landrio said. "We've purchased all-new ceilings, allnew lighting, painting, artwork, flooring, carpeting,
tile, all new furniture — every bit of furniture in the
whole operation is being [replaced]. We've done
segments of renovation over the years, but this time
we're doing everything completely. This is something that we decided we wanted to make it more
contemporary in design."
The five partners who own the Holiday Inn franchise, which has been in business since 1967, are
Mario Albanese, Angelo Solomos, Richard
Clemente, John Shahda Jr. and Landrio.
Landrio started at the Holiday Inn 43 years ago as
a dishwasher and has watched the business evolve.
The inn now employs about 75 people and up to
100 people during the summer tourism season.
Landrio said all of the renovations at the Holiday
Inn has to be approved by the Holiday Inn's corporate leadership.
"We hired an interior design specialist out of Memphis Tennessee who specializes in hotels. She has
done work in the area, in Lake Placid, Saratoga, and
we used her before when we converted the hotel.
She's doing a great job. People will be very impressed that all of the colors will flow through the
whole operation," he said.
Landrio said one of the big changes that will come
out of the renovation is the renaming of the hotel's
restaurant.
"There's going to be a new name for the restaurant
and the lounge. Our menus are changing. We're just
changing with the times. We're going to have a more
contemporary style of dining," he said. "A lot of
people think our restaurant is just for out-of-town
guests; our restaurant is for everybody. We've been
very fortunate that a lot of our local clientele supports our restaurant."
The Holiday Inn is the largest hotel in the tri-county
area, with 100 full-service rooms.
Landrio said he is pleased his business has once
again won Readers' Choice Awards as the best in
two categories.
"We're grateful that they thought of us and we're
going to try to do the best job we can. We're locally owned and operated. It's an honor to be recognized by the community and that's what we've
always prided ourselves in," he said.
#1 Hotel/Motel • #1 Banquet Facility • #1 Employer
For Making Us #1!
We Truly Appreciate Your Continued Loyalty to Us,
Serving the Community
Your Locally Owned and Operated Full Service
JOHNSTOWN-GLOVERSVILLE
for over 45 Years!
Hotel, Restaurant and Banquet Facility!
Casual Dining ~ Banquets & Meetings
762-4686
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Best Hotel/Motel & Best Banquet Facility:
Holiday Inn Johnstown-Gloversville
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Something Thank You!
We always strive to do our
Special
very best for you, our customer.
THE TIRE
Thank You
CENTER, INC.
for voting us #1 Children’s Clothing Store
Holidays are coming soon,
come see us for your holiday apparel
and great gifts - We carry Melissa & Doug
* We gift wrap for FREE
14 W. Main Street, Johnstown • 762-1268
ROSSBACH
SHOE STORE
Extends A Sincere
“Thank You!”
JOE POLIDORE & SON
Thank you for making us your
Number 1 Tire Store.
150 E. STATE ST.,
JOHNSTOWN
762-7202
Thank you for
voting us
#1 TAXI
in the area.
To all our wonderful
customers and friends
who voted us...
Glove City Transportation
#1 Shoe Store
We provide all types of transportation.
Airports, Train Stations, Local, Long
Distance and Medical Transport.
Call us for your medicaid
transpor tation needs.
Your Vote of Confidence is
Greatly Appreciated!
10 W. Fulton Street, Gloversville • 725-5023
Fulton County’s Largest and Longest Running Taxi Service
25 Forest St., Gloversville, NY 12078
518-773-7575
Thank you for voting us
PET GROOMING:
PetSmart
#1 Hardware Store
and
#1 Paint Store!!
PET STORE:
Benson’s Pet Center
PHARMACY:
Palmer Pharmacy
PHOTOGRAPHER:
Viscosi Photography
Your patronage is truly appreciated!
PIZZA:
House Of Pizza
Noble
POOLS:
School House Pools, Inc.
PLUMBER:
Hardware
Adirondack Mechanical Corp.
130 South Comrie Ave., Route 30A,
Johnstown • 518-762-3658
PREOWNED AUTO DEALER:
Fagant’s Auto Sales & Service
EVERY TIME!
CONT. ON PAGE 26
We feel honored by the wonderful people of our
community (and beyond)!
You have chosen us as your favorite jewelry store
EVERY TIME this competition has run!!
We will never take this for granted!
We will never take YOU for granted either!
There are lots of choices for purchasing jewelry ...you
choose us....again and again and again and we appreciate it
189 5th Ave., Gloversville
(518) 725-GEMS
www.jfinejewelry.com
EVERY TIME!!
Thank You
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READERS’ CHOICE AWARD WINNERS
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1 Deli
#
#
Thank #
You! 1 Senior Services
THANK YOU!
We appreciate
your support
& patronage.
Don’t For
get
us for Hol
iday
Party Pla
tters!
WHITEY’S
204 North Perry St., Johnstown, NY • 762-3280
“Dedicated to ensuring long and happy
relationships between people and their pets.”
William G. Chester DVM
206 Paradise Point Rd., Mayfield, NY • 661-6155
To All Our Loyal Customers
and Friends . . .
Thank You For Voting Us
#1 Veterinarian
in Readers’ Choice for 2015!
Your support and confidence in
us throughout the years is
greatly appreciated.
Thanks Again!
We strive to provide
the best service we can
for our community.
We sincerely appreciate
your support and
recognition.
TO ALL OUR DEDICATED
PATRONS AND READERS.
We so appreciate you making
us the best, above the rest!
762-8618
BOWLING CENTER
1 Maple Ave., Johnstown, NY
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For Voting
Your #1 News Source!
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The Providers at The Ambulance Service of Fulton County Ambulance
would like to express our sincere apprecia on to the
members of our communi es who voted us the
The Best Ambulance Service
in the Leader Herald 2015 ReadersÕ Choice Award.
We value the trust and conÞdence that is placed in
The Ambulance Service of Fulton County
to respond to you when every second counts.
We will continue to be here for you in your time of need.
Ambulance Service of Fulton County
725-3667
FUN FOR THE
ENTIRE FAMILY
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12 miles to Vail Mills, NY • (518) 883-5748
Thank you to our
loyal patients!!
for selecting me as
The Leader-Herald’s 2015
“THE BEST OF THE BEST”
Ophthalmologist/Optometrist
John R Kearney, MD
762-2020
434 S. Kingsboro Ave. - Johnstown
Call NOW for an appointment
THANK YOU!!! - TO THE BEST OF THE BEST OUR CLIENTS - FOR YOUR CONTINUED LOYALTY
AND FOR THE HONOR OF BEING CHOSEN
THE 2015 READERS’ CHOICE AWARD WINNERS
FOR ACCOUNTANT, EMPLOYER
& TAX PREPARER
Thank you
for voting us first in Local
Attractions and Recreation
Serving Individuals and Closely Held Businesses Since 1973
- MEMBERS AICPA & NYSSCPA -
Adirondack Animal Land would like to thank all
of the local patrons for nominating us the
number one tourist attraction in the area.
97 North Main Street, PO Box 1219
Gloversville, NY 12078-0354
(518)725-7127
60 Railroad Place, Suite 302
Saratoga Springs, NY 12866-4527
(518)587-5111
Email:w estcpapc.com
Samuel E. Zimmerman of the
The Mohawk Valley Group at Morgan Stanley
My single, most important goal is to help you achieve
your financial objectives.
Samuel E. Zimmerman of The Mohawk Valley Group at
Morgan Stanley was named “Best Financial Planner” in this
year’s Readers Choice awards. Sam and The Mohawk Valley Group believe that a comprehensive wealth strategy is
the foundation for success in achieving important financial
goals. The team of six professionals at The Mohawk Valley
Group: Ronald Zimmerman, Senior Vice President –Wealth
Management & Portfolio Manager, Financial Advisor; Jeffrey Hollander, Senior Vice President-Wealth Management
& Portfolio Manager, Financial Advisor; Samuel Zimmerman,
Vice President – Wealth Management & Financial Advisor;
John Hendricks – Financial Advisor & Financial Planning
Specialist; Terri Colvin, Senior Registered Client Service Associate; and Corey Moore, Business Development Associate bring over 110-years of combined investment
experience to the firm’s innovative wealth strategies.1
Customized financial solutions are designed to help enrich the lives of their clients through wealth accumulation,
risk management, investment income, solidifying retirement plans, and devising a distribution approach that
meets lifestyle and legacy needs. The process begins with
a comprehensive understanding of each client and the financial forces at work in their life. The objective is to develop a plan and invest their client’s assets in a way that
reflects the realities of their life and the uniqueness of their
long-term goals. The client relationship is one that is built
on trust with a dedication to working closely with their
clients to define their objectives, explore all available options, and choose the financial and investment strategies
that are most appropriate.
Clients often look to The Mohawk Valley Group as a resource for visionary solutions to address a full range of
wealth management needs including: managing risk in an
up and down market, liquidity solutions and leaving a
legacy for the next generation. The firm continuously strives
to offer clients the finest products and financial thinking.
With access to Morgan Stanley’s renowned global resources and investment opportunities, The Mohawk Valley Group can develop and implement investment
strategies to help address even the most sophisticated or
challenging needs of a client.
To learn more about how Sam and The Mohawk Valley
Group can assist you with your financial needs, call today
(518) 773-3350 or (518) 386-2904, or stop by one of their
locations at 7 Church Street in Gloversville or 1448 Balltown Road in Niskayuna. To download a brochure, visit
them online at www.morganstanleyfa.com/themohawkvalleygroup.
The Mohawk Valley Group
at Morgan Stanley Wealth Management
• Retirement Planning
• Investment Management
• Mutual Funds
7 CHURCH STREET
GLOVERSVILLE, NY
(518) 773-3350
• Annuities
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1448 BALLTOWN ROAD
NISKAYUNA, NY
(518) 386-2904
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Best Financial Planner: Samuel E. Zimmerman
1
Ronald Zimmerman: 1978 to the present; Jeffrey Hollander: 1983 to the present; Samuel Zimmerman: 2009 to the present; John Hendricks: 1993 to the present; Terri Colvin: 2001 to the present; and Corey Moore: 2008 to the present.
The views expressed herein are those of the author and do not necessarily
reflect the views of Morgan Stanley Wealth Management or its affiliates. All
opinions are subject to change without notice. Neither the information provided nor any opinion expressed constitutes a solicitation for the purchase
or sale of any security. Past performance is no guarantee of future results.
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Meet The Professionals...
Ronald F. Zimmerman
Senior Vice President - Wealth Management
Portfolio Manager
Jeffrey M. Hollander
Senior Vice President - Wealth Management
Portfolio Manager
Samuel E. Zimmerman
Vice President - Wealth Management
Financial Advisor - Financial Planning Specialist
John Hendricks
Financial Advisor - Financial Planning Specialist
Terri Colvin
Senior Registered Client Service Associate
Corey Douglas
Business Development Associate
(L to R) Corey Douglas, John Hendricks, Ronald Zimmerman,
Samuel Zimmerman, Terri Colvin and Jeffrey Hollander
www.morganstanleyfa.com/themohawkvalleygroup
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Johnstown Peking
Chinese Restaurant
Thank you to all our customers who
voted us #1 Chinese Restaurant.
We appreciate your support and
hope to see you soon!
Family Owned & Operated Since 1987
50 E. Main St., Johnstown, NY 12095
762-2828 • www.pekingcorp.com
Thank you
to all our “good neighbors” for
voting us the #1 insurance agency.
We appreciate your business
and continued support.
Mickey Parker Jr, Agent
299 North Comrie Avenue
Johnstown, NY 12095
Bus: 518-762-1912
Fax: 518-762-4361
mickey.parker.gsbd@statefarm.com
Mon-Fri 9am to 5pm, Sat. by Appointment
All of us at Adirondack Harley-Davidson want to
thank our customers who voted us number 1
motorcycle dealership in the Readers’ Choice poll.
We are honored to be recognized in our community
and are committed to offer the best products and
services in the Northeast!
Adirondack Harley-Davidson
“ Where the Mountains Meet the Road! “
106 Bellen Road, Broadalbin
518-883-1128
www.adkhd.com
BROADALBIN — When people hire Adirondack Mechanical for their plumbing, heating or air-conditioning needs, they can count on experienced
technicians handling the job.
The business, located at 444 County Highway 126
in Broadalbin, was named No. 1 plumber in the
Readers' Choice Awards.
Steve Kirk, who runs the day-to-day operations,
says his customers appreciate the fact they will see
the same technicians year after year. That's because
Adirondack Mechanical has little turnover among
its staff. The longest-serving employee has been
there for more than 22 years, Kirk said.
Adirondack Mechanical, whose slogan is "look for
the truck with the big orange wrench," provides all
facets of plumbing, heating and air-conditioning
services for residential and commercial customers.
Owned and founded by Kevin Quareismo, the
business started in 1981 and has consistently
grown.
Adirondack employs seven people and serves
Fulton, Montgomery, Hamilton and Saratoga counties.
The business also offers services such as backflow prevention testing and repairs, and concrete
core drilling. It offers plumbing repairs and installation, remodeling and new construction services.
Adirondack is the exclusive dealer for Amana heat-
“Thanks to our loyal
customers for voting us
#1 Plumber!”
See us for all your plumbing, heating
or air conditioning needs.
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Best Plumber: Adirondack Mechanical Corp.
ing and cooling products in the area.
Kirk points out that when people call Adirondack,
they often get to talk to a live person and not voicemail. Kirk's wife, Kim Kirk, often answers the phones.
"We have a very experienced staff," Steve Kirk said.
"We have the right guys for the right job," he
added, pointing out Adirondack has technicians for
each type of job.
"Everything requires a certain skill level," he said.
Kirk said Adirondack is appreciative of the Readers' Choice Award.
"It's a good testament to how much we care, and to
be noticed by the people is very rewarding," he said.
LOOK FOR THE TRUCKS WITH THE
BIG ORANGE WRENCH!
www.adirondackmechanicalcorp.com
Phone: (518) 883-3077
Email:s kirkamc@nycap.rr.com
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READERS’ CHOICE AWARD WINNERS
PRESCHOOL:
SNOWMOBILE SHOP:
TIRE SHOP:
Rainbow Play School
Powerhouse Motor Sports
The Tire Center
PRINTER:
SPA:
TOBACCO SHOP:
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SW Skin Care & Cosmetics, Inc.
RADIO STATION:
SPORTING GOODS STORE:
REAL ESTATE AGENCY:
STOVE SHOP (WOOD, GAS, PELLET):
WENT
Coldwell Banker Arlene M. Sitterly
RESTAURANT:
Smokers Choice Cigarette & Tobacco Outlet
TOY STORE:
Runnings
Pine Lake Stoves & Fireplaces
SWEETS SHOP:
Toying Around
TRAVEL AGENCY:
Carbonelli Travel Agency, Inc.
Sam’s Seafood Steakhouse
Grandma Millies Bakery & Café
TOURIST ATTRACTION / RECREATION (LOCAL):
SANDWICH / SUB / GRINDER:
TANNING SALON:
Adirondack Animal Land
SENIOR SERVICE:
TATTOO ARTIST:
Romana’s Italian Kitchen
Total Tan
Fulton County Office For The Aging
Drew’s Tattoo Studio
SHOE STORE:
TAX PREPARER:
VETERINARIAN:
Dr. William Chester, DVM
WINGS:
Thank You...
Rossbach Shoe Store
West & Company CPA’s PC
Mayfield Grill
SKI SHOP:
TAXI:
WOMEN’S CLOTHING STORE:
Alpin Haus
Glove City Taxi
Peebles
The entire staff would like to extend a heartfelt Thank You to all of
our customers and friends who took the time to make this
tremendous honor possible.
It has been a privilege to serve our many friends, businesses and
neighbors in our community and we continue to work hard to earn
your confidence and trust as we move forward.
www.yeswefixit.com
GLOVERSVILLE - JOHNSTOWN
518-725-6733
SARATOGA SPRINGS
(518) 581-9776
SCHENECTADY & CLIFTON PARK
(518) 370-4328
Sam’s
NAPA AUTO PARTS, INC.
HUGE INVENTORY AT
DISCOUNT PRICES!
SEAFOOD STEAKHOUSE
2 LOCATIONS
JOHNSTOWN
GLOVERSVILLE
Good Food, Good Service, Good Drinks & GREAT TIMES!
208 North Perry St.,
50 Elmwood Ave.
Johnstown • 762-1661 Gloversville • 773-7339
THANK YOU FOR VOTING US
Thank You For
Voting Us
Voting
Us #1!
#1!
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this com m u n ity for over 40 yea rs.
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d eliciou s food a n d qu a lity service.
Thank You For
We Appreciate All of Your Business!
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#
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Open for Lunch Wed-Mon 11am • Dinners served from 4pm - 10pm
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We are honored to serve our community, always striving to improve the
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We are #1 because..
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The Board of Directors, Management, and Staff want to
thank our members for their trust and support.
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or
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Rt. 30A & 5th Ave. • Gloversville
Thanks...for voting us
#1 Grocery Store
in the 2015 Readers Choice.
Our loyal customers make our existence
possible and your support makes us work
harder to deliver #1 in customer service.
Thank you again!
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The Place to Be!
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Thank You
THANKS!
for voting us
for making
Trackside Homes
#1 TRAVEL
AGENCY
your support and votes
are appreciated.
CARBONELLI
TRAVEL AGENCY, INC.
147-149 N. Main St., Gloversville
773-7948
the
1 Retirement/Apartment
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#
We have the best tenants and they make
Trackside a wonderful place to live and
work. We the staff appreciate the
support they give to make Trackside the
great community it is.
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Thank You...
For your trust, confidence and
loyalty in voting us again...
#1 Builder &
Contractor
in the
2015 Readers Choice
726 State Highway 349, Gloversville, NY
661-5878 • Fax: 661-6623
E-mail: kucel@frontiernet.net
www.kucelcontractorsinc.com
T J’S B EV ER A G E &
R ED EM PT IO N C EN T ER
PICK-UP & DELIVERY SERVICE AVAILABLE FOR BUSINESS & HOME
773-BEER
(2337)
I would like to take this opportunity on
behalf of my staff and myself to extend
out most sincere thank you to all for
selecting us
#1 Beverage Store in the
2015 Readers Choice!
We pride ourselves on providing the best possible customer
service and appreciate the continued support of our patrons.
CARRY OUT
SERVICE
IMPORTS &
DOMESTIC
SPECIALTY BEER
GROWLERS
60 Elmwood Ave., • Gloversville
Open: Mon.-Thurs. 9-9 • Fri. & Sat. 9-10 • Sun. 11-6
Gun & Tackle
Shop, Inc.
A SINCERE
“THANK YOU”
TO ALL OUR VALUED CUSTOMERS AND
FRIENDS...WE GREATLY APPRECIATE YOUR VOTE
VOTED
#1
HUNTING and FISHING
A BIG THANK
YOU FOR
YOUR VOTES
We really appreciate voting us your
#1 ATV & Snowmobile Shop!
Kawasaki • ATV • Motorcycle • Mule • Jetski
Polaris • ATV Snowmobile • RZR • Ranger
Can Am ATV • UTV
and BAIT & TACKLE SHOP!
3549 St. Hwy. 30,
Gloversville
883-5053
Across from Adirondack Animal Land
OPEN
Mon-Fri 10am - 6pm;
Sat 10am - 4pm;
Sun By Appt.
franksgunshops.com
2493 State Hwy. 30 Mayfield, NY
www.powerhousems.com
#1
Audiologist
7
Times!
“Builders of
Backyard Fun”
For over 31 Years!
Thank You
for your recognition
and patronage!
4500 St. Hwy. 30, Amsterdam
518-843-2820
Open Mon-Fri 8:30-5; Sat 9-1
www.schoolhousepools.net
Thank You!
I know there are choices, and I
sincerely appreciate the opportunity
to provide the audiologic services
possible! I hope to continue to
earn your confidence.
Dr. Mark Caffrey, Au.D., FAAA
~ Audiologist ~
“Technology you can afford . . .
with the Service you deserve!”
93 Guy Park Ave.
AMSTERDAM
842-5165
242 Ext. E. State St.
GLOVERSVILLE
725-2620
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WOULD LIKE TO EXTEND THEIR HEARTFELT “THANKS”
AND APPRECIATION TO EVERYONE WHO VOTED US
#1 AUCTIONEER
in the 2015 Readers Choice Awards!
Your confidence and trust is truly gratifying!
Thank You Again!
275 S. MAIN ST • GLOVERSVILLE • 518-773-2247
BROADALBIN — Business is growing at Midnight Oil,
and one of the reasons is the fuel-delivery company's dependability, says owner Joe DiGiacomo.
"If we say we're going to be there, we'll be there,"
DiGiacomo said.
Midnight Oil, based at 297 Route 29, is the winner
of the Readers' Choice Award for top fuel company.
Midnight Oil, founded by DiGiacomo and his wife,
Nancy, in 1991, serves more than 5,000 residential
and commercial customers in Fulton, Montgomery,
Saratoga and Hamilton counties.
In recent years, the company has added trucks and
employees.
Midnight Oil employs seven people and operates
two transport trucks and six delivery trucks, Joe DiGiacomo said.
He said there are fewer fuel companies in the area
today, and prices are down, which results in more
people turning to fuel oil because it's economical.
Midnight Oil delivers oil, kerosene and diesel to its
customers.
The company keeps up with technology, DiGiacomo said, pointing out he has some customers on
automatic delivery. This involves a computer model
that automatically lets him know when a customer
needs a delivery.
In addition to priding itself on dependability, Midnight Oil makes a point to communicate with potential and existing customers and always be honest
with them.
Joe and Nancy DiGiacomo, who are appreciative
that readers selected their business in the Readers'
Choice Award, strive to provide the best fuel and
service at the lowest prices in the area.
Joe DiGiacomo also operates a self-storage business, Sto-N-Go Self Storage Center, at 291 Route 29.
MIDNIGHT OIL CO.
FUEL OIL
883-8461
297 St Hwy 29, Broadalbin, NY
kerosene
LOWEST CASH PRICES IN THE AREA!
Residential and Commercial
Delivering to Gloversville, Johnstown, Mayfield,
Northville, Broadalbin, Galway, Amsterdam,
Fort Johnson, Meco and More!
• 100 Gallon Minimum • C.O.D. Only
Prices subject to change without notice.
Fill Up Now!
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Best Fuel Company: Midnight Oil Co.
Joe and Nancy DiGiacomo
“Customer Care is The Top Priority!”
Joe and Nancy founded Midnight Oil Co. in 1991 and have grown to be a driving force
in the local heating market for Fulton, Montgomery, Saratoga and Hamilton counties.
They strive to provide the best fuel and best services at the best prices in the area!
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Best Electrician: Fulton County Electrical & Electronics
The peace of mind that comes with properly functioning wiring or fire and burglar alarm systems is not
something one Johnstown business takes lightly.
Fulton County Electrical and Electronics Contractors
is a shop with knowledgeable and skilled employees
who are available to service the needs of commercial, industrial and residential needs.
The business was named No. 1 electrician in the
Readers’ Choice Awards.
Owned by the father-and-son team of James and
Frank Senzio, Fulton County Electrical employs about
a dozen people and holds three master electrical licenses to ensure that customers’ electrical needs are
met. The company is also licensed with New York
State for fire and burglar alarm installation and lead
surface certification for removal and repair.
Frank Senzio said that while his company is geared
more toward meeting the needs of heavy industrial
and commercial wiring, it does do some residential
work as well.
“We pride ourselves on being able to take care of
people,” he said.
Fulton County Electrical also installs and maintains
fire and burglar alarm equipment to ensure peace of
mind. Central Station maintenance, which ties customers directly into the 911 emergency system, is also
available.
State-of-the-art security systems can also be found at FCE.
Fulton County Electrical recently teamed up with 3G
Surveillance Solutions to offer specialized alarm-system products for homes and businesses. The service
allows users to watch their residence or commercial
property through their smart phones anywhere Internet service is available.
Senzio explained cameras can be adjusted and
moved from anywhere in the world using a smart
phone to give users greater control over their systems,
even from halfway around the world.
The business is also approved as part of the National
Grid Lighting Program. The program offers 0 percent
financing and rebates and can offer massive energy
savings, Senzio said.
For large-scale jobs, the company has two bucket
trucks available so repairs and service work can be
made to light poles.
Fulton County Electrical and Electronics Contractors
is located at 114 Water St. in Johnstown and can be
reached at 736-1130.
FULTON COUNTY
ELECTRICAL & ELECTRONICS CONTRACTORS
INDUSTRIAL • COMMERCIAL • RESIDENTIAL
Thank You to all our loyal customers!
Fully Insured • Free Estimates • N.Y.S. Licensed for Fire & Burglar Alarms
James Senzio 736-1130
FAX (518) 736-1103 • 114 Water St. • Johnstown, N.Y.