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**Upstate Cookie Shack Shares Sweet Treats at Albany Airport for Valentine's Day**

GREECE, NY – Valentine’s Day at Albany International Airport came with a delightful surprise for travelers this year. To mark the special occasion, Upstate Cookie Shack partnered with the airport to spread love and joy by gifting cookies to passengers.

According to a report from Albany Airport, staff members handed out cookies from Upstate Cookie Shack to people throughout the terminal. The heartwarming initiative especially focused on brightening the day for children traveling through the airport.

The Valentine’s Day cookies from the local Greece-based bakery added a touch of sweetness to the holiday for those on the go. Passengers could enjoy the treats while waiting for their flights or share them with loved ones.

This collaboration highlights a fun and thoughtful way to celebrate Valentine's Day, making the travel experience a little more special for airport visitors.

Source: Albany Airport

Source Type: Gov

Source Location: Albany

Albany, NY

Albany, NY

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