Plans for 2025 Golf Outing Announced

It’s time to make your plans to attend the Association’s Annual Golf Outing. This year’s outing will be held on Monday, June 2nd at Cronin’s Golf Resort in Warrensburg. The…

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ORDA Looking for Vendor in North Creek

The Olympic Regional Development Authority of NY, or ORDA will be completing the construction of a new ski lodge in the town of North Creek, New York. They’re looking for…

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Senate Holds Roundtable Discussion on ABC Law Modernization

The State Senate Committee on Investigations and Government Operations, chaired by Senator Skoufis (D – Orange County) held a wide ranging discussion with stakeholders in the alcohol beverage industry this…

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New Member Referral Program

Current Empire State Restaurant & Tavern Association members can receive a $50 credit on their dues invoice for each new member they refer to the Association. If the amount of…

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Governor Proposes Additional Funding for the State Liquor Authority

Governor Kathy Hochul unveiled her Executive Budget this month and included $4.9 million in additional funding to support increased staffing levels and to improve the functionality of the SLA’s online…

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Executive Budget Proposes Solution to Business Headache

State law requires manual workers to be paid weekly, with some exceptions and allows for 100 percent of liquidated damages for certain wage claims, with a six-year statute of limitations.…

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Minimum Wage Increases January 1st

The state’s minimum wage will increase at the start of the new year once again. Under a plan adopted two years ago, the minimum wage is increasing to $16.50 downstate…

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New Laws Taking Effect in 2025

There are several changes to the law, other than increasing the minimum wage, that will impact your business in the new year: Paid Prenatal Care: All private-sector employers in New…

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Mobile ID Comes to New York

Running a successful restaurant or tavern means staying on top of trends and adopting tools that make your operations smoother and safer. One such innovation is the New York DMV’s…

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