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Expanded Eligibility for NYS COVID-19 Grant Program

NY State's COVID-19 Restrictions Lifted Across Commercial Settings

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Sep 10, 2020

New Locally Administered Low-Interest, Low-Leverage Loan Fund to aid Businesses Impacted by COVID-19

The Capital Region Advancement Fund can provide low-interest working capital loans to help stabilize local business operations and retain...

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Aug 21, 2020

Central Avenue BID Rebuild Marketing Grants

A Rebuild-Business Marketing Fund has been established for Central Avenue Business Improvement District businesses. These funds will be...

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Aug 18, 2020

Application Now Available: COVID-19 Small Business Adaptation Program

City of Albany small businesses impacted by the ongoing pandemic that need assistance in covering costs related to operating in...

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Aug 17, 2020

Gyms And Fitness Centers Can Reopen Starting Aug. 24

Updated at 3:30 p.m., Governor.NY.Gov news. Governor Cuomo today announced that gyms and fitness centers can reopen in New York starting...

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Aug 14, 2020

Bowling alleys throughout New York will be allowed to reopen Monday

Governor Cuomo announced that bowling alleys will be able to operate at a 50 percent maximum occupancy limit; face coverings and social...

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Aug 10, 2020

Apply: COVID-19 Small Business Adaptation Program

City of Albany small businesses impacted by the ongoing pandemic that need assistance in covering costs related to operating in...

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Jul 31, 2020

August 3 Is Round 5 Deadline For LISC Small Business Relief Grant

Companies including Sam's Club and Verizon are participating in a COVID-19 small business relief fund being administered by the Local...

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Jul 23, 2020

Discover Albany Digital Guide

Due to the pandemic-driven shifting hours and operational changes of many local businesses and attractions - Discover Albany is making a...

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Jul 16, 2020

New Regulations For Bars And Restaurants Announced By Governor Cuomo

UPDATE 7/23/20: The New York State Liquore Authority has posted a Q&A on the Food Requirement with Alcoholic Beverage Purchase Guidance:...

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Jul 15, 2020

Albany Curbside Pickup, Outdoor Cafe Programs Extended

Mayor Kathy Sheehan has announced the extension of two programs designed to assist local eateries by providing safe and socially...

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Jul 7, 2020

Permission Extended For Expanded Outdoor Alcohol Service

For another month via executive order 202.48, Governor Cuomo has extended rules that allow restaurants and bars to have alcohol service...

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Jun 30, 2020

NY Forward Phase IV: What Business Owners Need To know

Governor Cuomo released the NY Forward reopening plan including a detailed list of industries and types of businesses that will be able...

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Jun 23, 2020

$350,000 In Small Business Grants Announced To Support Central Avenue and Downtown Albany Businesses

The Downtown Albany and Central Avenue Business Improvement Districts (BIDs) announced $350,000 in grants are now available to businesses...

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Jun 23, 2020

July 1 Deadline: 'Unfinished Business' Grant Program Launched by Hennessy

Hennessy launched Unfinished Business, a program that will provide urgent funding and access to vital resources for black, asian or...

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Jun 19, 2020

City of Albany Expands Outdoor Dining Options to Include Use of Sidewalks and Parking Areas

Mayor Kathy Sheehan, Department of Planning and Development Commissioner Chris Spencer, and Albany Police Department Traffic Engineer...

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Jun 16, 2020

What Business Owners Need To know For NY Phase III

Governor Cuomo released the NY Forward reopening plan including a detailed list of industries and types of businesses that will be able...

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Jun 16, 2020

Economic Injury Disaster Loans And Advanced Programs Re-Opened To New Applicants

The SBA has re-opened the Economic Injury Disaster Loan (EIDL) and Advance (EIDL Advance) Programs to new applicants. To access the...

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Jun 12, 2020

June 17 Is Round 4 Deadline For LISC Small Business Relief Grant

Companies including Sam's Club and Verizon are participating in a COVID-19 small business relief fund being administered by the Local...

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Jun 5, 2020

Regulations Suspended Related to Sidewalk Cafes In City of Albany

Below is an emergency order, 315-5 signed by Albany Mayor Kathy Sheehan today. This order suspends the regulations related to Sidewalk...

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Jun 3, 2020

Capital Region Cleared For Phase II And Outdoor Dining Permitted Starting June 4

Governor Cuomo today cleared the Capital Region for its Phase II reopening and also announced today outdoor dining at restaurants will be...

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