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The evening was a great success. Thank you to all who attended. The feedback from the dinner has been outstanding. The evening started out with cocktails and social hour. Mr. Kelley was able to make it in despite the snow storm. He thanked Massena for all the support received for the past 50 years and that the New York Power Authority (NYPA) is looking forward to the future. He congratulated Alcoa on the recent power deal. He also mentioned that Alcoa was the first to receive power from the NYPA.

The evening was also included the following awards presentation:

Business Longevity Award was awarded to the following businesses:

Peets Jewelers

Olin Peets established the business along with his long time friend Lorenzo Jakes "Jake" in 1950. His goal was to provide the community with quality jewelry at a reasonable price and friendly atmosphere. Olin's children worked for the business contributing in different manners. Hugh learned the art of engraving at 12 and is still engraving for the store. Kristine worked with the sales department. Patrick attended school with the intention of buying the business from his father and continue the family business. Patrick worked for his father and purchased the business from his dad in 1982. Patrick's children Shannon and Jeramy both are involved with the family business keeping the tradition alive. Shannon has taken classes on Gemology and Jeramy obtained his Associates Degree in Business and are currently working for their dad. Congratulations to Peets Jewelers for their 58th year in operation.

Northern Insuring Agency

Northern Insuring Agency, Inc. was founded in 1930 by three AuSable Forks businessmen. In 1933 E. Glenn Giltz joined the business and became president in 1941. Following in his footsteps were Roderic Giltz in 1985 and Deena Giltz McCullough in 2008. The Massena Office was purchased from Joh Storey in 1983. John was a very principled man and continued to be very supportive of Northern Insuring until he passed away. January 1, 2008 marks 25 years of Northern Insuring Agency, Inc. being part of the Massena Community. The Greater Massena Chamber of Commerce is pleased to honor another fine family business operating in Massena and the North Country..

Volunteer of the Year Award

This year the award was given to two volunteers. Tina Corcoran (Massena Memorial Hospital) and Chris Herrick (Whalen, Davey & Looney). Both individuals have consistently given generously of his or her time in support of Chamber events, projects and initiatives over a sustained period. These two people were involved in making sure the Chamber office was open and serving the public in its time of transition in 2007. The amount of extra time spend working on Chamber business after their regular full time jobs this past year was staggering. Our sincere thanks to you and your families for the support you have given the chamber of commerce.

Gert Jurkovich Commitment to the Community Award

This award was given to Paul Patterson for his dedication to the Town of Massena during his tenure with the Recreation Commission. In the past 25 years, Paul was responsible for organizing home shows, the sportsman expos, the Heritage Festival, hockey tournaments, and many more events. Paul always took care of the community making sure that activities that were planned would include people of all ages. Paul also maintain a fiscally sound department year after year. Paul thank you from the Town of Massena and the surrounding areas. You will be missed. Thanks for becoming a Red Raider.

Business Leadership Award

The business leadership award was awarded to Pat Curran from Seaway Timber Harvesting. Pat has come a long way in a tough business, from his roots as a manual logger right out of high school to his current 100% mechanized roadbuilding, logging, chipping and hauling operation. What used to be a modest operation when he first got started in the early 80's has turned into a growth enterprise with more iron than you can count and a broadening customer base on both sides of the border. Today Seaway Timber Harvesting employs 100 people, and ther are plans currently in the works to develop a wood pellet manufacturing plant here in Massena's Industrial Park that will help sustain 50 more people. Although economic development and growth can be difficult and challenging at times, Pat's strong work ethics and entrepreneural spirit continue to lead his effort and that of his borthers and their employees. Recognizing opportunities and developing good community relationships are his strengths, and will prove to be his success in his future endeavors. Congratulations Pat and the Seaway Timber Harvesting Company.

Thank you to WalMart for sponsoring the Business Leadership Award.

The 29th Annual Heritage Festival will be held June 7, 2008. It will be a weekend full of music, entertainment and family fun. Click here for more info........

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Thursday, July 3rd - Springs Park, Moon Dogs, 6:00pm-8:00pm

Sunday, July 6th - Springs Park Blues Bash, 12:00pm - 7:00pm

Thursday, July 10th - Springs Park, Scott Shipley & The Lemmings, 6:00pm - 8:00pm

Thursday, July 17th - Springs Park, The Stardusters with Dave MacMillan 6:00pm-8:00pm

Friday, July 18th - Springs Park, Jim & Carrie Kenney, 6:00pm - 8:00pm

Thursday, July 24th - Springs Park, Dick Brabaut, Johnny Cash & Hank Williams Jr. style music, 6:00pm - 8:00pm

Friday, July 25th - Andrews Street Park, Sandy Cook Band, 6:00pm - 8:00pm

Thursday, July 31st - Springs Park, Too Human, 6:00pm - 8:00pm

Friday, August 8th - Springs Park, Conrad Story Blues Band, 6:00pm - 8:00pm

Thursday, August 14th - Springs Park, Lime Hollow Boys, 6:00pm - 8:00pm

Thursday, August 21st - Springs Park, VI (Vocal Infusion) - Nate Darling, 6:00pm - 8:00pm

Thursday, August 28th - Springs Park, North Bound, 6:00pm - 8:00pm

July and August will feature an outstanding lineup of Concerts in the Park .

Click here for photos of 2006 summer's concerts....

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Saturday July 5th, 6:00 pm - 10:00 pm, Downtown Massena
Featuring classic cars, trucks, vendors, Massena Volunteer Fire Dept. Chicken BBQ, raffles and music.

Sunday, July 6th, 12:00pm - 7:00pm, Massena Springs Park

The following groups will be performing:

Generations

Dirty Blues Project

Double Barrel Blues Band

Morris and the Hepcats

Conrad Story Blues Band

Legal beverages and food will be available for purchase, vendors welcome.

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