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Herkimer Curves® Named a Curves Elite® Club

Recognition Given to Local Fitness Franchise for Service and Quality

Curves®, the world's largest franchisor of fitness clubs, today announced that the Herkimer Curves club has earned the prestigious Curves Elite® designation. This recognition is given to clubs that meet rigorous standards in their business practices, service quality, and adherence to the Curves methods.

"The Curves Elite program recognizes the best Curves locations for providing an outstanding member experience," said Curves' Vice President of Operations Christina Russell. "Members expect to receive great quality and service at all of our locations, and the Elite clubs set the standard for excellence that all of our clubs aspire to."

Clubs applying for Curves Elite status must work with Curves International to elevate their clubs to the required standards, including offering the new Curves Complete® program. Curves Complete is the only weight-loss program of its kind that includes diet, exercise, and motivation in one convenient location.

To offer Curves Complete, clubs must certify through an intensive training program developed in partnership with the prestigious Cleveland Clinic. This certification program prepares staff members to provide effective one-on-one weight-loss coaching and to fully utilize all of the tools Curves Complete offers. Elite status is given only to clubs that have completed this certification and meet the highest standards in all aspects of their business.

"Becoming a Curves Elite club wasn't easy," said Nancy Noonan, Herkimer Curves franchise owner. "But the process helped us take our club to the next level. Now we're Curves Complete and Curves Elite, and we are proud to share that recognition with our Herkimer members."

Curves Elite clubs receive many benefits from the designation, including vendor discounts, designation on the Curves.com website, and special recognition at corporate events. They are also an important source of inspiration and education for other clubs in the system.

"Our Curves Elite clubs deserve to be recognized for their efforts," said Russell. "Their commitment to helping every member reach her fitness and weight loss goals is an inspiration. Our goal is for every club to be a Curves Elite club like Herkimer Curves."

Friday Night Cruises

Entering Lock 18 from downstream at Jacksonburg, NY

You asked and we listened... We are proud to announce the beginning of our Friday Night Party Cruises aboard Lil' Diamond III.

Join us for entertainment, dancing and light appetizers as we end your work week on a high note! Boarding begins at 5:30pm and we will be cruising the canal between 6 and 8pm, on our brand new, state of the art, entertainment yacht, the Lil' Diamond III.

September 7th will be a 60's and 70's party with DJ Dion, playing all your party favorites.

September 14th, we will be going way back with a Roaring 20's Party.

Reservations are recommended as space is limited.
Call us at (315)717-0350 to reserve your spot today! Tickets are $22 per person and that includes your first drink from our full bar on board.

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Peacemaker Award

You pick the Community Peacemaker Award

The Peacemaker Program Inc., is giving recognition to people in the Mohawk Valley who help us all live more peaceful lives. The Community Peacemaker Award will be presented to the person who most exemplifies the agency's mission: To offer inclusive, innovative approaches to resolve conflict and achieve positive outcomes for children, families and the community. Nominations are being accepted on the agency website www.thepeacemakerprogram.org through September 15th, 2012. The winner will be recognized with a piece of art designed by a local artist at our Community Peacemakers Award Breakfast held on Thursday, October 11, 2012 at the Radisson in Utica, NY.

Nominations for The Community Peacemaker Award are being accepted from the public. The only rules for the winner are that they must live in the Mohawk Valley and be able to be present to accept their award. If someone in the Mohawk Valley helps make this community a more peaceful place by helping others, running a not- for-profit, working with children, helping in the inner city, excelling at community volunteerism, etc., consider nominating them by filling out the online form. Contact The Peacemaker Program for more information 315-724-1718.

The Peacemaker Program, Inc. provides an array of services including skill development, dispute resolution programs and child advocacy services through the use of carefully trained volunteers and is Oneida County's Court sanctioned Community Dispute Resolution Center.

502 Court St, Suite 234 Utica, NY 13502 315-724-1718

www.thepeacemakerprogram.org

CTM Update

Earns AS9100:2009 Rev.C Certification

CTM is proud to announce that they have recently completed the successful certification and upgrade to a AS9100:2009 Rev.C facility.

By meeting the hundreds of AS9100:2009 Rev.C standards, CTM confirms its ability to meet the stringent, complex and unique demands of the defense and commercial Aerospace industry. The new Rev.C designation is the highest possible in the industry.

Being certified provides CTM with a comprehensive quality management system focused on areas directly impacting product quality and reliability.

Steven Naegele, CTM President and CEO said, "This validates our company's commitment to Quality and gives us a distinct advantage over our competitors. We are pleased to be able to offer our partners peace of mind by earning this presitgious international recognition."

In addition to the AS9100:2009 Rev.C designation, CTM also holds an ISO 9001:2008 certification, a NYS Federal Firearms License, a NYS Gunsmith License and is ITAR registered.

Established in 1969, CTM is a cutting edge company that is prepared to take the 21st century by storm. Providing quick, low cost solutions without sacrificing quality has lead to successful work on many projects that have helped shape the future of our country and has produced products that are literally "out of this world."

For more information about CTM, visit us on the web at: www.ctm-corp.com

Erie Canal Boat

Gems Along the Mohawk Welcomes Lil' Diamond III

Herkimer, NY - Just across the road from the New York State Thruway Exit 30 on the Erie Canal in Herkimer, sits a gem of the area presenting a little bit of everything the Mohawk Valley has to offer. As Gems Along the Mohawk celebrates its ten year anniversary, it is complimented with a new treasure, cruise boat Lil' Diamond III. "It is with warmth, pride and excitement that we welcome Lil' Diamond III as a special and vital part of our multi-faceted complex" said Dr. Renee' Scialdo Shevat, Developer and Owner of Gems Along the Mohawk.

Gems Along the Mohawk has 10 years of successful experience on the historic Erie Canal, with the NYS Canal Corporation, the Village of Herkimer and its 70 vibrant partners. Over the 10 years Gems has had the pleasure of working with the 36 passenger Lil' Diamond I and the 64 passenger Lil' Diamond II, both captained by Jerry Gertz. "Each partner applauds the expedient construction of Lil' Diamond III and eagerly and unanimously embraces its potential on the Erie Canal in Central New York" said Dr. Shevat. "One of my most strategic business decisions was to partner with Jerry and Kim Gertz ten years ago - the cruise has brought both magic and inspiration to the Erie Canal", adds Shevat.

"The vessel was the dream of my late wife, Kim" explains Captain Jerry Gertz. "She thought what was needed in our business was a two deck vessel that could handle both private parties and sightseeing," Gertz said. Together they had drawn up rough plans for what they wanted in a new vessel, giving motivation and inspiration to continue with their dream. After many false starts with other Naval Architects and yards, Gertz took those sketches and plans to John Scarano who made it all possible. "Scarano Boat Builders have been wonderful to work with and after having built several other passenger vessels over my 38 year career in the business I couldn't believe how easy they were to work with" added Captain Gertz. The vessel is a catamaran 65 feet in length with a 20 foot beam. It draws only 14" lightship and about 27" fully loaded - an amazing engineering job. Her air draft is only a little over 19 feet which gives great flexibility on the Canal. It is expected that the vessel will receive a minimum USCG certification for 130 passengers, but will limit her use to about 110 passengers. She's powered by twin 250 HP Honda 4 strokes, an unusual arrangement for a passenger vessel of this size.

Brian U. Stratton, Director of the New York State Canal Corporation, said, "The New York State Canal System contributes nearly $380 million annually through tourism through this historic corridor, and a large part of that significant impact can be attributed to businesses like Gems Along the Mohawk and Erie Canal Cruises. We congratulate Captain Gertz on this wonderful new vessel, and look forward to seeing the Lil' Diamond III plying the waters of the Erie Canal from its base at Gems Along the Mohawk for years to come."

On Saturday, September 1st, Gems Along the Mohawk and the Waterfront Grille will have a more formal celebration for Lil' Diamond III and Captain Gertz. The celebration will be accompanied by The Big Easy Band, a local 17 piece ensemble.

The Gems Along the Mohawk complex is open all year, seven days per week with specialty shopping, waterfront dining at the Waterfront Grille, and tourism information. The lock-through cruises operate May through October.

For information on lock-through cruises and private charters, please contact 315-717-0350 or visit the website www.eriecanalcruises.com.

For information on the Gems Along the Mohawk Complex, please contact 315-717-0077.

For information on the Waterfront Grille, please contact 315-717-0700.

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CTM in Frankfort announces new green initiative

By WKTV News
May 1, 2012 at 5:31 PM EDT

FRANKFORT, N.Y. (WKTV) - A local company announced a new green initiative on Tuesday.

CTM in Frankfort is already a high precision engineering machine shop, but on Tuesday the company announced a new partnership along with grant money to make it a green engineering machine shop.

The company is getting funds to train its workers on policies that are environmentally friendly, which they say will help take a closer look at CTM's impact on the air, land and water that surrounds the company.

"Our next step in the process will be to work with an accredited agency and becoming certified to that standard, which allows us to do the work with companies such as Toyota, Boeing and Ford."

The training the workers received in Frankfort can be used in green initiatives across the globe.

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