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Baldwin Chamber of Commerce President Erik Mahler, left, alongside Pat’s Dance Studio owner Melanie Vaughan, Parochial Vicar Celestine Nwosu and St. Chris Outreach Director Julia Santiago.

Baldwin Chamber donates to St. Christopher's pantry

The Baldwin Chamber of Commerce recently donated $600 in gift cards to the St. Christopher’s Parish food pantry. The Chamber sold 80 “Baldwin Strong” lawn signs — seen … more

7/1/20

The Island Park Chamber of Commerce has created #IPCARES, an initiative to support local businesses.

Island Park Chamber of Commerce launches #IPCARES initiative to aid local businesses

The Island Park Chamber of commerce has launched #IPCARES, a stimulus program where it will award about $3,000 in the form of $50 gift certificates and other grants to residents, which will be redeemable at more than 25 Island Park businesses. more

By Mike Smollins | 6/15/20

A lone commuter wearing a protective mask waited for the bus on Grand Avenue in Baldwin.

Baldwin business owners react to L.I. reopening plans

As projected, Long Island began the Phase One reopening of its battered economy on May 27, paving the way for construction and wholesale trade companies to restart operations, along with retailers … more

By Scott Brinton and Bridget Downes | 6/4/20

Rockville Centre Chamber of Commerce Vice President Don Gelestino and Brian Croutier, the chamber's president, pose for a photo with a large check in Times Square. Gelestino, owner of Champion Elevator, returned the money his company received from the Small Business Administration in order to help smaller businesses survive.

Rockville Centre Chamber VP returns money to small businesses

As businesses began to shutter early this spring, proprietors were faced with a lot of uncertainty about the future of their ventures. When information about the Small Business Administration’s financial support program became available, many jumped on board to apply, including Champion Elevator, owned by Donald Gelestino of Rockville Centre. However, when the funding came through, Gelestino decided smaller businesses would benefit more, and he returned the $3.2 million received by the company. more

By Jill Nossa | 6/4/20

Over a dozen volunteers serviced roughly 125 families during the food drive at North Shore High School last weekend.

North Shore organizations unite for NSHS food drive

Even on a rainy Saturday, the North Shore Hispanic Chamber of Commerce successfully coordinated a drive-through food drive at North Shore High School on May 23. Food drive organizer Constanza … more

By Mike Conn | 6/2/20

Lynbrook officials are partnering with the Chamber of Commerce to host a drive-in movie event on May 22.

Lynbrook village officials, Chamber of Commerce to partner and present drive-in movie event at Greis Park

Lynbrook residents who are tired of staying inside during the coronavirus quarantine will have the opportunity to enjoy an outdoor movie on May 22. more

By Mike Smollins | 5/16/20

RXR Realty launched the website, www.rxrvolunteer.com, to help business owners in the communities where RXR does business recover from the financial burdens of the pandemic.

RXR Realty launches volunteer program to help small businesses

Representatives from RXR Realty, along with members of Glen Cove’s chamber and business groups, participated at a Zoom meeting on April 17 to discuss the rollout of volunteer services that are being offered by RXR. more

4/20/20

Everything on display at Hummingbird Boutique in Sea Cliff is available online while the storefront is closed due to Covid-19.

North Shore business association collaboration could be crucial

When small business closures, due to Covid-19, seemed to be inevitable by mid-March, leaders of several North Shore business associations knew they had to come together to help local businesses stay … more

By Mike Conn | 4/13/20

Glen Cove Salt Cave owner Yajhayra Reyes said it is imperative that small businesses across the North Shore stick together during the mandatory closure period.

Coming together for North Shore small businesses

When small business closures, due to Covid-19, seemed to be inevitable by mid-March, leaders of several North Shore business associations knew they had to come together to help local businesses stay … more

By Mike Conn | 4/13/20

Chamber of Commerce President Stephen Wangel, right, said it was a “win-win” for the chamber to partner with the Excellence in Education Foundation. Above, Wangel being sworn into his term as president by Mayor Alan Beach in 2019.

Lynbrook Chamber of Commerce, education foundation form a partnership

The Lynbrook Excellence in Education Foundation has partnered with the Chamber of Commerce with a goal of fostering business growth in the community while supporting future education endeavors for students in the village. more

By Mike Smollins | 4/7/20