Two Local Businesses Compete for 1,500 Start-up Grant

Two Schoharie County business have entered into the 2014 All Over Albany Startup Grant, which is being sponsored this year by Staff Ciampino & Company P.C., Certified Public Accountants, that will award $1,500 to the local business that receives the most public support by way of voting on AOA's website. 

Nineteen startups have applied for the $1,500 grant provided by Berkshire Bank, including the Richmondville based Earthly Remedies by Erin that produces organic skincare products and the local Olde Country Store that is looking to relocate from their current spot in Gallupville to Middleburgh. 

Both local businesses exemplify the county's innovative character and hard working spirit, but need extra help moving their dreams to the next step. You can vote for only one business per day until the contest ends on April 11 at 1:00 pm.