Author: Matt Courtright

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEFROM NRDC: 10/21/25 North Country Rural Development Coalition klong@northcountryruraldevelopment.org | 518-585-6366 Downtown Ticonderoga Small Project Groundbreakings Mark Milestone for Regional Revitalization Ticonderoga, NY — The North Country Rural Development Coalition (NRDC), in partnership with the Ticonderoga Revitalization Alliance (TRA), the Essex County Land Bank, and New York State Homes and Community Renewal (HCR), proudly announces that construction is officially underway at three downtown properties through the Downtown Revitalization Initiative (DRI) Small Project Fund. This $600,000 competitive grant program supports transformative building improvements in Ticonderoga’s historic business district—strengthening both local vitality and regional economic growth across Essex, Warren, and Washington Counties. Current Groundbreakings: 110 Montcalm Street –...

21 October, 2025

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE June 2025   Over $778,000 in NYS DRI Small Project Fund Awards Announced to Revitalize Downtown Ticonderoga TICONDEROGA, NY – The North Country Rural Development Coalition (NRDC), in partnership with New York State Homes and Community Renewal (HCR) through the New York Main Street (NYMS) program, is proud to announce the award of over $778,000 in Small Project Fund grants as part of the Downtown Revitalization Initiative (DRI) in Ticonderoga. These competitive grants will support transformational commercial building improvements in Ticonderoga’s historic core—ranging from façade restoration and energy efficiency upgrades to interior fit-outs and historic preservation work. Projects were selected through a...

26 June, 2025

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: MARCH 28, 2025 $600,000 DRI Small Projects Fund Launches to Support Building Renovations in Downtown Ticonderoga North Country Rural Development (NRDC) is pleased to announce the launch of its Small Projects Fund, a $600,000 program made possible through New York State’s Downtown Revitalization Initiative (DRI). The Fund provides matching grant awards to support transformative building improvements within the Ticonderoga DRI target area. Eligible applicants include commercial property owners, business owners, nonprofit organizations, and entrepreneurs with properties in the designated downtown zone. The program is designed to catalyze visible improvements, strengthen the downtown economy, and bring long-term energy to Ticonderoga’s historic...

28 March, 2025

Check out this article from Sun Community News on the Phase 1 launch of the 108 Montcalm Street project. https://suncommunitynews.com/news/113003/work-on-former-newberrys-building-slated-to-begin/...

05 November, 2024

Governor Kathy Hochul today announced a total of 21 transformational projects for the North Country region as part of two economic development programs: the Downtown Revitalization Initiative (DRI) and NY Forward. Eight projects were announced for Ticonderoga, the Round 6 winner of a $10 million DRI award; 5 projects were announced for Cape Vincent, a Round 1 winner of $4.5 million NY Forward award; 4 projects were announced for Lyons Falls, a Round 1 winner of a $2.25 million NY Forward award; and 4 projects were announced for Waddington, also a Round 1 winner of a $2.25 million NY Forward...

11 October, 2024

Ticonderoga DRI Public Workshop: Wednesday, June 28th from 4-6 PM DRI Public Workshop #1 will be held on Wednesday, June 28th from 4-6 PM at the Ticonderoga Campus of North Country Community College (NCCC).  The public workshop will be in an open-house style format, with attendees welcome to come at a time that is convenient for them between 4pm and 6pm. A brief presentation will be given at 4pm and at 5:30pm, with project staff available to answer questions and take feedback during the event....

23 May, 2023

Ticonderoga DRI Local Planning Committee Meeting 1.5 Virtual Meeting on Friday, June 2nd from 9 AM - 10 AM! The Ticonderoga Local Planning Committee (LPC) will meet virtually by Zoom Webinar to discuss matters related specifically to project submittal criteria as well as refinement of the Vision Statement within the application to align with state guidelines. Public comment will be taken at the conclusion of the meeting. Please note, registration is required for all participants. LPC Meeting #1.5 June 2nd, 2023: 9 AM – 10 AM  Zoom Information Topic: TiDRI LPC Virtual Meeting Time: Jun 2, 2023 09:00 AM Eastern Time (US and Canada) Zoom Meeting Information:  https://us06web.zoom.us/j/85060662323 Meeting...

20 May, 2023

The Town of Ticonderoga, along with its state partners, is pleased to announce the first meeting of the Downtown Revitalization Initiative (DRI) Local Planning Committee (LPC), scheduled for Friday, May 19th at 9:00am in the Town of Ticonderoga Community Building at 132 Montcalm Street. This meeting marks the beginning of the Downtown Revitalization Initiative (DRI) for the Town of Ticonderoga. The LPC meeting is open to the public and will include opportunity for public comment. For more information on Ticonderoga's preparation for the Downtown Revitalization Initiative, please visit the Ticonderoga DRI website at www.ticonderogadri.com. New York State's Downtown Revitalization Initiative (DRI)...

12 May, 2023

Click Here For Official Press Release From NYS   The Town of Ticonderoga, along with its state partners, is pleased to announce the first meeting of the Downtown Revitalization Initiative (DRI) Local Planning Committee (LPC), scheduled for Friday, May 19th at 9:00am in the Town of Ticonderoga Community Building at 132 Montcalm Street. This meeting marks the beginning of the Downtown Revitalization Initiative (DRI) for the Town of Ticonderoga. The LPC meeting is open to the public and will include opportunity for public comment. For more information on Ticonderoga's preparation for the Downtown Revitalization Initiative, please visit the Ticonderoga DRI website at...

12 May, 2023