For Immediate Release: July 15, 2005
MEDIA ADVISORY/PHOTO OPPORTUNITY
CANAL CORPORATION TO HOLD PRESS CONFERENCE AT LOCK
E-5, WATERFORD, AT NOON ON SATURDAY, JULY 16
The New York State Canal Corporation will hold a press conference at noon on Saturday, July 16, 2005 at Erie Canal Lock 5.
Representatives will be on hand to answer any questions about recent developments; photo and television footage opportunities will be available.
If you are interested in attending this event, please contact the Department of Public Affairs at 518-436-2983.
DIRECTIONS: Take the NYS Thruway to Exit 23 to I-787 northbound to the end. Turn right onto Route 32 north over the second bridge. Take a left onto 8th Street. Go to the end and take a left onto Washington Street (over railroad tracks). Continue ˝ mile to left onto “Flight Lock Road.” Locks 4, 5, & 6 will be on your left.
For more information about NYS Canals, please call 1-800-4CANAL4 or visit www.canals.state.ny.us.
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