AMHERST CHAMBER OF COMMERCE WELCOMES BACK THE EVENT 2021
The Amherst Chamber of Commerce to celebrate FIVE Businesses and a woman of distinction that excelled through the pandemic.CLARENCE, NY – Amherst Chamber of Commerce President/CEO A.J. Baynes joins Chamber members and local leaders MONDAY, OCTOBER 25TH at SALVATORE’S ITALIAN GARDEN 6461 TRANSIT ROAD DEPEW, NY 14043 to recognize several business award winners starting at 5:30pm, awards presented at 6:15PM. “After our “pause” in 2020, it is exciting to be back in person for our biggest event of the year,”
GRAND OPENING: Senior Advocate Services opens their newest location in Amherst
Senior Advocate Services to continue with the tradition of aiding and assisting Seniors. AMHERST, NY –Amherst Chamber of Commerce President/CEO A.J. Baynes joins Chamber member and local owner Patricia Mascaro in announcing the Grand Opening of Senior Advocate Services at 5pm on Thursday, October 14 at 2185 Niagara Falls Boulevard, Amherst, NY 14228 “It is wonderful to welcome this service to Amherst, especially at this time,” said Baynes. “With nearly 20% of the population in Erie County over the age
Kenmore Mercy to launch COVID support group in October
For Immediate Release: September 28, 2021Kenmore Mercy to launch COVID support group in OctoberA post-COVID support group is launching at Kenmore Mercy Hospital to help virus survivors, loved ones, and care providers cope with a variety of issues and connect with others through their similar journeys. The Catholic Health facility, which has treated thousands of COVID patients over the last year and a half, will offer the free, virtual support group meetings monthly, beginning Thursday, October 21, from 4 –
News Release: 8/24/2021
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE The first truly eco-friendly junk removal service, The Junkluggers, is Now Open and Serving the Northtowns and the Greater Buffalo area!Williamsville, New York. (August 24, 2021) – The Junkluggers is rapidly growing throughout the United States and is proud to now service residential customers and businesses in the Buffalo area, with a special focus on the Northtowns!The fast-growing eco-friendly junk removal company is on a mission to make Buffalo a little greener and eliminate 100%
Rachel's Mediterranean 7/20/2021
Rachel’s Mediterranean Grill -- ANOTHER ONE?! EAST AMHERST, New York - Rachel’s Mediterranean Grill will be opening its thirteenth location on Thursday, July 29th, 2021. The public is invited to celebrate the occasion with a ribbon-cutting ceremony and a Josh Allen Wyoming jersey giveaway. The event is located at 8250 Transit Road, on the corner of Maple and Transit in the Eastview Plaza in front of HomeGoods and Lowes. We will begin the day with a ribbon-cutting ceremony that will take place at 10:30
Tompkins Financial Advisors: Lifetime Achievement
Anthony L. Gugino, CFP®, of Tompkins Financial Advisors, Wins Lifetime Achievement Award PITTSFORD, NY - In recognition of his ongoing leadership and mentorship, Pittsford, NY resident Anthony, L. Gugino, CFP® has earned the Rochester Business Journal’s prestigious Financial Leaders Lifetime Achievement Award. Gugino serves as an executive vice president and wealth advisor at Tompkins Financial Advisors, where he has worked for the past 34 years, and works with countless clients in the greater
Amherst Chamber of Commerce calls for a permanent updating of State Liquor Authority Laws
Allow for “Alcohol-to-go” purchases to become a permanent fixture AMHERST, NY – Amherst Chamber of Commerce President/CEO A.J. Baynes joins Chamber member and restauranteur Ellie Grenauer agreeing with the New York State Restaurant Association's call for making a permanent change to the SLA Law allow restaurants the ability to provide alcohol sales with takeout or delivery. "While the pandemic was crippling to businesses across the globe, restaurants paid a very steep price with the shutdown," said
Buffalo’s First Woodshop, Retail Store & DIY Class Center to Open 5/28/2021
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Seven One Six Wood Design LLCScott Erikson716-217-4498716-343-0950 (cell)www.sevenonesixwooddesign.comsevenonesixwooddesign@gmail.com Buffalo’s First Woodshop, Retail Store & DIY Class Center to OpenSeven One Six Wood Design expands to its first commercial location, in Williamsville Williamsville, NY: On Friday, May 28th and into Memorial Day weekend, Buffalo will welcome Seven One Six Wood Design, the first of its kind woodshop and retail showroom located in Williamsville. Found
SELFIE WRLD GRAND OPENING 5/7/2021
GRAND OPENING: Selfie WRLD to fill Vacancy in the Boulevard MallPRIVATE EVENT @ Selfie WRLD, A Do-It Yourself Photography Studio with a variety of backdrops AMHERST, NY – Amherst Chamber of Commerce President/CEO A.J. Baynes joins Chamber member and owners Kelly Burke and Jennifer Lynch in announcing an “invite only” Grand Opening of Selfie WRLD at 1:30pm on Friday May 7, located at the Boulevard Mall 730 Alberta Drive, Amherst NY. “I am encouraged and inspired by Kelly and Jennifer, even during a
Catholic Health Hospitals Earn Area’s Best Leapfrog Safety Grades “A”gain
Kenmore Mercy and Mount St. Mary’s Hospitals achieve region’s only “A” Grades Catholic Health has again earned the Buffalo/Niagara region’s highest cumulative overall score in The Leapfrog Group’s spring 2021 Hospital Safety Grade Report and the only “A” Safety Grades in Erie and Niagara counties. In addition, both Kenmore Mercy and Mount St. Mary’s hospitals earned two of the sixteen “A” Safety Grades that were given in all of New York State. This cycle marks Kenmore Mercy’s fifteenth consecutive “A”
Spruce on Main Ribbon Cutting: 4/29/2021
GRAND OPENING:Spruce on Main takes over formerEverything Elmwood Amherst location Spruce on Main collection of modern yet classic home décor, accessories & giftsAMHERST, NY – Amherst Chamber of Commerce President & CEO, A.J. Baynes, joins Chamber member and owner Krista Sobon in announcing the Grand Opening of Spruce on Main, 11am on Thursday, April 29th at 4446 Main Street in Snyder, NY. Spruce on Main quickly became a reality for Snyder resident Krista Sobon. While taking walks with her daughters
Hull House ''Meet Our Past'' 6/6/2021
“Meet Our Past” - A Walk Through History on June 6thHear the Compelling Stories Of Those Who Helped Shape Western New York at Hull Family Home & Farmstead Lancaster, NY – On Sunday, June 6, the public will have the opportunity to meet and hear the compelling stories of people who had an impact on the development of Western New York and helped shape its history, as they are led through a series of informative, fact-based indoor and outdoor scenes during the Hull Family Home & Farmstead’s “Meet Our Past”
CONCEPT CONSTRUCTION BEGINS WORK ON “HISTORIC PRESERVATION/ADAPTIVE RE-USE” MAKE-OVER
1900’S TURN OF THE CENTURY BUILDING REPURPOSED INTO CITY LIVING APTS. April 1, 2021– Buffalo, NY. Interior reconstruction, renovations and building upgrades are well underway at 270 Michigan Avenue, a property that was historically home to the Buffalo Envelope Company. The project’s general contractor, Concept Construction Corp was selected as the Construction Manager by Ellicott Development Co. to oversee the work. Plans call for renovations to the interior of the building into a mix of
ZenBusiness Forms 100k Businesses During Pandemic 3/25/2021
ZenBusiness Forms 100k Businesses During Pandemic 3/25/2021
Chamber member startup ZenBusiness, a one-stop-shop to start, run and grow a business, announced that more than 100,000 micro businesses have been formed using the platform since the onset of the pandemic, proving that the US is in the midst of a micro business renaissance. As the pandemic changed how people work, it also provided an opportunity for many to finally realize their dream of becoming a business owner and take the first step towards financial independence. To coincide with the company’s
Rachel’s Mediterranean Grill - New location opens 3/15/21
Contact: Brandon Guzda FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Ph: (716) 239-2235 March 11, 2021 Email: brandon@rachelsgrill.com www.rachelsgrill.com Rachel’s Mediterranean Grill - New location opens Monday! GETZVILLE, New York - Getzville, get ready for your Rachel's Grand Opening in Crosspoint Business Park. It'll be the first building facing North French, near Millersport Highway. Rachel's Mediterranean Grill is extending an invite to the public on Monday, March
CONCEPT CONSTRUCTION/UPD: 3/1/2021
CONCEPT CONSTRUCTION COMPLETES BUILD-OUT UNIVERSITY PEDIATRICS DENTAL ASSOCIATES January 23, 2021– Buffalo, NY. UPD University Pediatrics Dental Associates is open for business. Concept Construction Corp. was selected as Construction Manager to oversee the build-out of their newest facility. At 33,000 sq. ft., it is largest pediatric dental center in WNY. Located at 1091 Main St. Buffalo, the facility has 33 custom chairs, 11 procedural rooms and 6 recovery suites. Medical staff have access to
CONCEPT CONSTRUCTION/CITY MATTRESS: 3/1/2021
February 2021 – Concept Construction begins demolition of former Pier One Imports in Henrietta, NY. City Mattress continues to expand it’s local retail presence. Located at 300 Hyland Dr. Henrietta, NY, the 10,800 sq. ft. conversion is well underway. An exterior make-over is planned with a completely re-configured interior. Upgrades include new walls, flooring, ceiling, upgraded lighting and a brand new décor. Concept Construction’s Vice President of Business Development Vince Ricotta said: Referral
PETER MAEVE – GRAND OPENING NEW OPTICAL BOUTIQUE
-A CUSTOMER EXPERIENCE LIKE NO OTHER- AMHERST, NY – Amherst Chamber of Commerce President/CEO A.J. Baynes joins Chamber member and local business owners Chasen Lee and Ryan Pritchard in announcing the Grand Opening of Peter Maeve, on Monday, August 31, 9am located at 6815 Main Street in Williamsville. This brand new high-end optical boutique will be the first of its kind in the area. The shop will be equipped with top-of-the-line brands and cutting-edge technology allowing for touchless eye exams. “It is
Rachel's Mediterranean Ribbon Cutting
Amherst Chamber Welcomes Marathon Energy to our Region
Assisting your business with energy solutions AMHERST, NY – Amherst Chamber of Commerce President/CEO A.J. Baynes joins Marathon Energy in announcing that it has closed on its previously announced Asset Purchase Agreement with National Fuel Resources, Inc. (“NFR”), whereby Marathon acquired NFR’s commercial and industrial gas contracts in NY and PA, along with select other assets. “National Fuel Resources was a long time member and a superb partner“ said Baynes. “To know that Marathon Energy
The Mosey Hotel
The Mosey Hotel FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE 8/20/2020 716-276-9600www.themoseybuffalowilliamsville.tapestrycollection.com WILLIAMSVILLE, NY- The Mosey Hotel, a contemporary hotel located just a short ride to downtown Buffalo and only a few miles from the airport, has been announced as the latest addition to Tapestry Collection, one of Hilton’s 17 market-leading brands, officially joining the portfolio of original, upscale
Uniland/Hampton Inn Amherst Ribbon Cutting
A New Standard for Sports Tourism and Hospitality in Buffalo NiagaraUniland Development Company opened its new $14.4 million, 107-room Hampton by Hilton hotel, the first in North America certified in Universal Design. The Hampton Inn Buffalo-Amherst at The Northtown Center athletic complex is isUD certified in Universal Design, an emerging standard for socially responsible design. Uniland and the University at Buffalo’s Center for Inclusive Design and Environmental Access (IDeA Center) worked on the
LOCAL RESTAURANT OWNER SAYS #SHUCKTHEPANDEMIC AND OPENS THIRD SEAFOOD VENTURE
AMHERST, NY –Amherst Chamber of Commerce President/CEO A.J. Baynes joins Chamber member and local restaurant owner Michael Tobin in announcing the Grand Opening of Shuck Shack, the third seafood venture for Tobin on Saturday, July 4 at 301 Ohio Street in Buffalo. The New England inspired seafood trailer will officially open to the public at 3 p.m., featuring “ocean to table” oysters that come directly from an oyster bay farm in Massachusetts that feeds directly into the Atlantic. “It is exciting to
AMHERST CHAMBER OFFERING GUIDANCE AND SUPPORT DURING PHASE THREE REOPENING
AMHERST, NY – Amherst Chamber of Commerce President/CEO A.J. Baynes says businesses across the region are slowly getting back to work as WNY progresses through the phases of reopening during the COVID-19 pandemic. Phase Three that begins today includes the reopening of indoor restaurant dining at 50% capacity and personal care businesses and services, such as massage therapy, spas, nail salons, UV and non-UV tanning and waxing. “Small businesses have been hit the hardest during this pandemic,”
AMHERST CHAMBER TEAMS UP WITH SPECTRUM REACH ON REOPENING PSA
AMHERST, NY – Amherst Chamber of Commerce President/CEO A.J. Baynes announces the release of a Public Service Announcement on the reopening of the Western New York region during the COVID-19 pandemic. The thirty-second video produced by Spectrum Reach features local businesses, including Fresh Catch Poke, Lloyd Taco Factory and Woodhouse Day Spa located on Main Street in Williamsville. The focus of the PSA is to encourage residents to continue supporting our businesses hit hard by the shutdown in
AMHERST CHAMBER LAUNCHES EFFORT TO ''SAVE MAIN STREET'' RESTAURANTS
AMHERST, NY –Amherst Chamber of Commerce President/CEO A. J. Baynes announces a program to “Save Main Street” restaurants in Amherst as the region continues to reopen and looks to rebound during the COVID-19 pandemic. Baynes is asking the Town of Amherst to waive permits and allow restaurants on Main Street in Williamsville and across the Town of Amherst to repurpose space on sidewalks, street-side parking areas and parking lots into outdoor dining areas. “Our restaurants need to utilize all the
JADA BLITZ FITNESS HOLDS GRAND OPENING
AMHERST-Jada Blitz Fitness, owned by Buffalo couple Justin and Ashley Draper, is hosting a Grand Opening celebration in its newly expanded space on Saturday, February 1 starting at 8 a.m. A Ribbon Cutting ceremony takes place at 11 a.m.The new location at 4687 Transit Rd. features 30,000 square feet of carefully curated areas. The expansive lobby features a shake bar, supplement and apparel shop, physical therapy room and a full café featuring Balanced Body Foods, the meal prep company also owned by the
BOULEVARD MALL REVAMP, NEW ADDITION TO AMHERST CENTRAL PARK AND ''MIOVISION'' TO EASE TRAFFIC TOP ISSUES IN STATE OF THE TOWN AT AMHERST CHAMBER LUNCHEON
AMHERST, NY –Amherst Chamber of Commerce President/CEO A.J. Baynes announces the Chamber’s Annual Luncheon will be held on Friday, January 10th at Buffalo Marriott Niagara where Amherst Supervisor Brian Kulpa will outline his ambitious agenda to reinvent the town for future generations. “We are on the cusp of a brighter tomorrow in the Town of Amherst and beyond,” says Baynes. “Economic development projects are starting to take shape, and we are impressed with the supervisor’s plans to add greenspace,
SCHOLARSHIPS OFFERED TO YOUNG PROFESSIONALS LOOKING TO BE FUTURE LEADERS
AMHERST, NY – Amherst Chamber of Commerce President/CEO A.J. Baynes announces that two Chamber members are sponsoring scholarships that will allow young professionals to enroll free of charge in the Amherst Chamber of Commerce’s Emerging Business Leaders 2020 Leadership Program. Bryant and Stratton College and Bonefish Grill have agreed to cover the tuition cost of the program, recognizing the value of nurturing our next generation of leaders and promoting programs that assist this demographic in
FRESH CATCH POKE OPENS DOWNTOWN BUFFALO LOCATION!
AMHERST, NY –Amherst Chamber of Commerce President/CEO A.J. Baynes announces the Grand Opening and Ribbon Cutting of the second location for Fresh Catch Poke Co. at the new 500 Pearl/Aloft Hotel building in downtown Buffalo on Friday, October 25. Fresh Catch, the area’s first dedicated poke bowl restaurant, opened its first location in 2018 at 5933 Main Street in Williamsville. Its downtown Buffalo restaurant is a refined casual experience with a full bar, offering curated wines, cocktails and mocktails
FREY ELECTRIC NAMED ‘BUSINESS OF THE YEAR’ FOR SPARKING BUFFALO RENAISSANCE!
AMHERST, NY –You may have noticed more construction cranes in the air, more places to live and shop, new hospitals, new hotels, new restaurants and the list goes on and on. That is the Buffalo renaissance. It’s real and it’s what we are celebrating at The Event this year. “Each of our award winners has contributed to the growth and quality of life in our community, and we are proud to take this opportunity to honor their success and #LetItShine, says Amherst Chamber of Commerce President/CEO
HEALTHY PET SUPERSTORE OPENS SECOND BUFFALO STORE IN WILLIAMSVILLE
Amherst Chamber of Commerce President/CEO A.J. Baynes announces the Grand Opening and Ribbon Cutting of Healthy Pet Superstore located at Williamsville Place at 5397 Sheridan Drive in Williamsville. Healthy Pet Superstore has four locations in the Rochester area. Its first Buffalo area store is located at 3213 Southwestern Boulevard in Orchard Park. “I’m so glad that we could open another store in the area where I grew up,” says Russ Herman, Healthy Pet Superstore CEO. He and his wife, Brenda
HEATHWOOD EXPANSION ADDS ASSISTED LIVING APARTMENTS IN AMHERST
AMHERST, NY –Amherst Chamber of Commerce President/CEO A.J. Baynes announces the Ribbon Cutting and Grand Opening of newly-expanded Heathwood Assisted Living at 815 Hopkins Road in Williamsville. Heathwood recently completed construction on its new three-story addition of 42 assisted living apartments. Together with its original campus, Heathwood now provides more than 120 apartments for those needing assisted living, enhanced assisted living and memory care services. “Heathwood has a long legacy in
NURSE PRACTITIONERS OPEN ADVANCED INTEGRATIVE CARE, FEATURING HOLISTIC AND TRADITIONAL WELLNESS
AMHERST, NY –Amherst Chamber of Commerce President/CEO A.J. Baynes announces the Grand Opening and Ribbon Cutting of Advanced Integrative Care, a provider of primary and wellness care at the Stonegate Medical Park, 8207 Main Street in Williamsville. Advanced Integrative Care offers science-based traditional and holistic medicine that focuses on the whole person, including all aspects that influence health, wellness and disease. Founder Sherry Ann Verostko-Slazak, Adult Nurse Practitioner has partnered
MASIS STAFFING SOLUTIONS ADDS SECOND NY OFFICE IN AMHERST
AMHERST, NY –Amherst Chamber of Commerce President/CEO A.J. Baynes announces the Grand Opening and Ribbon Cutting of Masis Staffing Solutions at 3551 Sheridan Drive in Amherst. This is the second location in New York for the HR company, which is headquartered in Massachusetts and now has a presence in 14 states. Its first New York office in Rochester opened four years ago. Masis Staffing Solutions is a family-oriented, service-driven staffing firm dedicated to delivering custom solutions for
AGLOW SALT SPA AND WELLNESS OFFERS WILLIAMSVILLE'S FIRST SALT THERAPY BOOTH
Williamsville, NY July 18, 2019 - The media and public are invited to the grand opening and ribbon cutting ceremony of AGLOW Salt Spa and Wellness on August 16, 2019.This celebratory event will take place at 8665 Sheridan Drive, Williamsville, NY 14221 between 1pm and 3pm. Guests will be treated to discounts, raffles and mini service sessions. Appetizers and drinks can be enjoyed while taking time to explore all the services and meet new friends. Also, gain firsthand knowledge about how Halotherapy,
WILLIAMSVILLE SPA EXPANDS SERVICES AND MOVES TO BIGGER LOCATION
AMHERST, NY –Amherst Chamber of Commerce President/CEO A.J. Baynes announces the Grand Opening and Ribbon Cutting at B Well Massage and Esthetics in its new location at 5684 Main Street in Williamsville. Owner and founder Brittany Fruchtel, a Williamsville native, started the business in 2017 after becoming a licensed massage therapist at the New York Institute of Massage. She worked from a rented space at a skin care shop until recently hiring eight employees and moving across the street into the former
AMHERST CHAMBER OFFERS SECOND NYS COMPLIANT SEXUAL HARASSMENT PREVENTION TRAINING FOR BUSINESSES
AMHERST, NY –Amherst Chamber of Commerce President/CEO A.J. Baynes is announcing a second Sexual Harassment Prevention Seminar for businesses that need assistance meeting the new state requirement. Starting this year, the state is mandating all businesses provide sexual harassment prevention training for their employees on an annual basis. The Amherst Chamber held its first training course in February, but high demand is dictating another session to help more businesses comply with the new rules. In the
STORMING CRAB CUTS RIBBON ON NEW LOCATION
AMHERST, NY –Amherst Chamber of Commerce President A.J. Baynes announces the Ribbon Cutting and Grand Opening of the Storming Crab restaurant on Wednesday, May 22 in Amherst. The Cajun seafood restaurant at 4125 Maple Road will feature made-to-order seafood that is boiled with potatoes, corn on the cob and sausage in different flavors at all heat levels. This will be the sixth location for the crab chain that first opened in Clarksville, Tennessee. The Amherst location is only the second Storming Crab
COMPANY BEHIND ‘BUFFALO’S WARMEST COLD CITY’ TRIP, STANDOUT AT BROADWAY MARKET AND POKE RESTAURANT AMONG THOSE HONORED AT CHAMBER SMALL BUSINESS LUNCHEON
AMHERST, NY – Amherst Chamber of Commerce President/CEO A. J. Baynes announces that six local small businesses are being honored at the Chamber’s annual Small Business Showcase and Awards Luncheon sponsored by KeyBank. “Congratulations to our local small business award winners on their success,” says Baynes. “We understand the hard work and sacrifice it takes to make your dream a reality.” Here are this year’s honorees: Oxford Pennant: Small Business of the Year The Buffalo store that designs and
INSPIRE CAREERS OPENS OFFICE IN WILLIAMSVILLE
AMHERST, NY –Amherst Chamber of Commerce President/CEO A.J. Baynes announces the grand opening and ribbon cutting of Inspire Careers, a career coaching agency located in the Village of Williamsville. Owner Cathy Lanzalaco took over the Inspire Careers business in October of 2018, after launching her first career management business, Write-Resume-For-The-Job in 2017. Lanzalaco has now rebranded both companies under the Inspire Careers banner. “I am putting my spin on the Inspire Careers brand, taking
NEW LA QUINTA OFF INTERSTATE OFFERS BIGGER ROOMS AND LOWER RATES
AMHERST, NY – Amherst Chamber of Commerce President/CEO A.J. Baynes announces the Ribbon Cutting and Grand Opening celebration at La Quinta Inn & Suites Buffalo-Amherst on Wednesday, March 13. Construction on the new hotel was completed last July. It is located at 145 Innkeepers Lane, conveniently positioned off I-290 with easy access to I-190. Its 68 rooms are spacious with a modern atmosphere and can be booked during the off season for as low as $89 a night. This new La Quinta hotel joins two
WILLIAMSVILLE'S FIRST HEMP-ONLY STORE OFFICIALLY OPENS
AMHERST, NY –Amherst Chamber of Commerce President/CEO A.J. Baynes announces the Ribbon Cutting and Grand Opening of Your CBD Store, the first and only store in Williamsville solely dedicated to the purchase and sales of CBD hemp products. Your CBD Store is a franchise and one of the leaders in the global hemp market that is rapidly growing among people who believe in its healing properties. Its products are made with cannabidiol (CBD) which is derived from the cannabis plant without the mind-altering
AMHERST CHAMBER OFFERS NYS COMPLIANT SEXUAL HARASSMENT PREVENTION TRAINING FOR BUSINESSES
AMHERST, NY –Amherst Chamber of Commerce President/CEO A.J. Baynes is announcing a Sexual Harassment Prevention Training for businesses who need assistance meeting the new state requirement. Starting this year, the state is mandating all businesses provide sexual harassment prevention training for their employees on an annual basis. New employees are required to receive sexual harassment prevention training within the first month of employment. “It’s vital training, but the Chamber understands what a
theCODERSCHOOL TO OPEN FIRST BUFFALO LOCATION
Amherst, NY – theCoderSchool– whose motto is “Learn to code. Change the world.” – is set to expand in New York. The school – which aims to show the next generation of kids how inspiring and exciting technology can be – will open its first Buffalo, NY location. Amherst Chamber of Commerce President/CEO A.J. Baynes announces the Grand Opening celebration of theCoderSchool at 6035 Transit Road in East Amherst on Saturday, January 26th at 1:00 p.m. The new school will be owned and operated by Sanchayita
GOLDFISH SWIM SCHOOL WILLIAMSVILLE OPENS JANUARY 8, 2019
LEADING WATER SAFETY AND SWIM LESSON SCHOOL ANNOUNCES FIRST BUFFALO-AREA FACILITY WILLIAMSVILLE, NY— Amherst Chamber of Commerce President/CEO A.J. Baynes and Goldfish Swim School, the country’s leading water safety and swim lesson school offering infant and child swim lessons, are pleased to announce the ribbon cutting and grand opening of a new 9,000 square foot Goldfish Swim School in Williamsville. The newest addition to the Goldfish Swim School family joins dozens of other successful Goldfish
VERIZON AGENT ‘CELLULAR SALES’ OPENS THIRD STORE IN AMHERST
THE STORE JOINS ELEVEN OTHER CELLULAR SALES STORES IN WESTERN NEW YORK AS VERIZON’S LARGEST RETAILER AMHERST, NY – Amherst Chamber of Commerce President/CEO A.J. Baynes announces the Grand Opening and Ribbon Cutting of Cellular Sales, a Verizon authorized agent in Amherst. The store at 2155 Eggert Road is the third Cellular Sales store in Amherst, two others are in the Village of Williamsville, and there are stores in Buffalo, Hamburg, Depew, West Seneca, Blasdell, Albion and Wellsville. Cellular Sales
SCHOLARSHIPS OFFERED TO YOUNG PROFESSIONALS LOOKING TO BE FUTURE LEADERS
THE SCHOLARSHIPS WILL COVER THE COST OF THE CHAMBER’S EBL LEADERSHIP PROGRAM FOR TWO DESERVING YOUNG PROFESSIONALS AMHERST, NY – Amherst Chamber of Commerce President/CEO A.J. Baynes announces that two Chamber members are sponsoring scholarships that will allow two young professionals to enroll free of charge in the Amherst Chamber of Commerce’s Emerging Business Leaders 2019 Leadership Program. Bryant and Stratton College and Bonefish Grill have agreed to cover the tuition cost for two individuals to
SPORTS TOURNAMENTS AND UB SPUR OPENING OF NEW FAIRFIELD INN & SUITES IN AMHERST
ELLICOTT HOTELS BUILT THE NEW FAIRFIELD INN TO COMPLIMENT NEARBY EXTENDED-STAY HOTEL STAYBRIDGE SUITES BUFFALO AMHERST, NY – Amherst Chamber of Commerce President A.J. Baynes announces the Ribbon Cutting and Grand Opening of the new Fairfield Inn and Suites Buffalo Amherst/University. The 4-story, 107 room hotel is located at 3880 Rensch Road in Amherst near the University at Buffalo North Campus, as well as Ellicott Hotels extended-stay hotel, Staybridge Suites Amherst. “With the tremendous growth on
NORTHTOWN AUTOMOTIVE IN AMHERST SINCE 1970 NAMED “BUSINESS OF THE YEAR”
AMHERST, NY – The year was 1969. The founders of Northtown Automotive Companies were looking to open their first car dealership in Amherst on Sheridan and Bailey, but they were met with some resistance. The town would only allow them to sell new cars that no other car dealership was selling. That left them with one choice: Toyota. So, they opened the area’s first Toyota dealership and the rest, as they say, is history! Today, Northtown Automotive Companies offer 17 car brands at nine dealerships with two
U.S. RENAL CARE OPENS NEW CLINIC
AMHERST, NY – Amherst Chamber of Commerce President A.J. Baynes announces the Ribbon Cutting and Grand Opening of U.S. Renal Care at 2880 Sheridan Drive in Tonawanda. The facility provides the highest quality care for patients with chronic and acute kidney disease with top-of-the-line at-home and in-center dialysis machines. This is the fifth WNY location for U.S. Renal Care that partners with local physicians, nephrologists, hospitals and advocacy groups to achieve the best patient outcomes. “The
PAINTING WITH A TWIST OPENS IN AMHERST
AMHERST, NY –Amherst Chamber of Commerce President/CEO A.J. Baynes announces the Grand Opening and Ribbon Cutting of Painting with a Twist. Painting with a Twist is a fun art studio for anyone interested in painting. Its classes feature local artists teaching step by step the specific painting of the day. Acrylic paints, a 16″ x 20″ canvas and other painting supplies are provided. No experience is necessary, and you take home the artwork you created at the end of the class. “We welcome Painting with a
THE IRISHMAN OPENS NEW BAR PATIO
AMHERST, NY –Amherst Chamber of Commerce President/CEO A.J. Baynes announces the Ribbon Cutting and Grand Opening of the new bar patio at The Irishman Pub and Eatery. The new covered patio at 5601 Main Street in Williamsville is almost twice the size of the former patio and features a fully stocked bar, high top tables, TVs and a fire pit. The dining patio that used to be in the front of the restaurant has been moved to the front parking area. The new facility is built for use in the summer, fall and
GRAND OPENING OF THE ALIX RICE PEACE PARK
AMHERST, NY –The Alix Rice Peace Park Foundation announces the Ribbon Cutting and Grand Opening of the Alix Rice Peace Park. The 10,000 square foot free-use facility at the Northtown Recreation Center in Amherst has been built in memory of Alix Rice to provide a safe and fun outlet for skateboarding, BMX and inline skating. The California-style project that includes bowls, ramps, rails and benches has been in the works since August of 2011, a month after 18-year-old Rice was fatally struck by a drunk
EXPERIMAC STORE COMES TO AMHERST
AMHERST, NY –Amherst Chamber of Commerce President/CEO A.J. Baynes announces the Ribbon Cutting and Grand Opening of Experimac, a locally-owned franchise that repairs, upgrades, buys and sells Apple products. The store at 3220 Sheridan Drive is owned by Joseph Fiorentino of Batavia. The Canandaigua native spent 25 years in sales at Ryder before deciding he had enough of corporate America and wanted to do something on his own. “This is good news for anyone who uses Apple products,” says Baynes. “Whether
TWO SOUTHERN TIER NATIVES OPEN MY DAD’S MARKET AND RESTAURANT
AMHERST, NY-Amherst Chamber of Commerce President/CEO A.J. Baynes announces the Grand Opening and Ribbon Cutting of My Dad’s Market and Restaurant. My Dad’s is a unique dining experience, offering patrons grab-and-go food, fresh and packaged market items and a full-service restaurant and bar. It is located in the former TGI Fridays at Main and Transit in Williamsville. The owners are two Southern Tier men who have a long history together working for Mc Donald’s. “This new endeavor by these Western New
CHAMBER MEMBER T-MOBILE UNVEILS VETS DISCOUNT PROGRAM & PLEDGES TO HIRE 10,000 VETS/SPOUSES
AMHERST, NY –Amherst Chamber of Commerce President/CEO A.J. Baynes joins T-Mobile NE Director of Business Sales Luke LaPresta and Erie County Clerk Michael P. Kearns in announcing a new program offering deep wireless phone discounts for veterans. On April 22nd, the company launched T-Mobile ONE Military – its biggest discount ever for veterans and their families. It has all of the benefits of T-Mobile ONE, but it also includes 50% off for family lines and 20% off the primary line. “We couldn’t be more
GRAND OPENING IN WILLIAMSVILLE OF DUAL-BRNADED HILTON HOTELS, INCLUDING FIRST TRU BY HILTON IN NEW YORK
AMHERST, NY – Amherst Chamber of Commerce President/CEO A.J. Baynes announces the Grand Opening and Ribbon Cutting of dual-branded hotels by Hilton, including the first Tru by Hilton in the state of New York. Tru by Hilton Williamsville Buffalo Airport and Home2 Suites by Hilton Williamsville Buffalo Airport are located at 48 Freeman Road, off Transit Road in Williamsville. “Being the first in the state to have this new brand hotel by Hilton is a real feather in our cap,” says Baynes. “We are proud our
LOCAL DISTILLERY, FLAG DESIGNER AND HI-TECH PHONE PROVIDER AMONG HONOREES AT CHAMBER SMALL BUSINESS AWARDS
AMHERST, NY – Amherst Chamber of Commerce President/CEO A. J Baynes announces that five local small businesses are being honored at the Chamber’s annual Small Business Showcase and Awards Luncheon sponsored by KeyBank. “Many people think it’s the big companies that keep the economy going,” says Baynes. “The fact is small businesses create two out of every three new jobs in the U.S. every year. We are honoring these companies for being the backbone of our local economy.” The honorees are: Hover
