The state’s Department of Environmental Conservation prohibits tree-cutting from April 1 to Oct. 31 in areas where the northern long-eared bat lives, to avoid hurting bats that might be roosting in the trees.

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As Guilderland is growing, so too is one of its oldest pest companies — the family-owned, second generation Mike & Sons’ Pest Service. 

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The biggest challenge was getting a good water supply, said Altamont Fire Chief Paul Miller.

A study done for the IDA by Camoin Associates looked at demand for hardware in the area and found that, while the area is already well served by stores selling building materials and supplies, Phillips is able to provide a higher level of customer service and to offer unique services such as small-engine repair. The study said this should help Phillips reach a market that larger big-box stores cannot.