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Former Downstate Correctional Facility in Fishkill Set for Mixed-Use Community Redevelopment
Conifer Realty, LLC has been selected by Empire State Development (ESD) to redevelop the former Downstate Correctional Facility in Fishkill, Dutchess County, into a mixed-use community, aligning with New York State's efforts to repurpose unused state land to alleviate housing shortages. The project aims to transform the site into a vibrant residential area and community space, creating approximately 200 construction jobs over a decade-long, multi-phase development.
New York Teachers Can Save Big At This Store
Hate to bring up the taboo topic of back to school when we've just hit the midway through July point, but here we are. The idea of back to school feels overwhelming to many, but the costs associated with back to school prep, especially for teachers, even more so. Here's...
Why You Need to Run to These Hudson Valley Theaters
Why should you go out to the movies instead of staying in? First of all, you get to see all the latest major releases! Family-friendly fare like Inside Out 2 and Despicable Me 4 have been heavy hitters in the last couple of weeks. Next week, Deadpool & Wolverine will be out, and off course, that is expected to be one of the biggest films of the year. If you're tired of being cooped up at home, movie theaters have great AC for hot summer days, you just get to sit around and eat snacks, you don't have to talk to anyone for a couple hours, and many local theaters now have either stadium seating or those luxurious reclining chairs. See what I'm talking about below!
“Road Trip” A Starter’s Guide To a Visit To Jamestown, NY!
When you get the itch to travel the back roads of New York for a road trip, do NOT forget the western New York city of Jamestown. There is so much history here, great museums, historic sites, good restaurants, and, well, lets face it you have to come here to pay tribute to local girl, Lucille Ball.
Discover the Museum at Bethel Woods: A Journey Through Woodstock’s Legacy
Some visit to relive their past journey to Woodstock, while others come to experience it for the first time. At the Museum at Bethel Woods, you can step inside and hear the echo of 450,000 chanting “no rain,” immersing yourself in the stories of those who were actually there. Through artifacts, films, music - and even a hippie bus - you'll be inspired by the most prolific three-day festival in history and the enduring ideals it represents.
5 Restaurants for the Ultimate Chicken Parmesan in Ulster County, NY
There's nothing like good comfort food, and it's hardly controversial to say that the best kinds all involve some type of carbohydrate. From macaroni to pizza (okay, cheese is usually involved, too), meals that simultaneously taste delicious and make you want to take a nap are part of the fabric of this country. Luckily, there are more than a few choices in Ulster County, NY for one of the best comfort meals ever invented: chicken parmigiana.
‘Real Housewives’ Alum Has Deli Right Here in the Hudson Valley
One deli has some pretty big connections to the BRAVO Television Network. I'm going to keep saying this over and over again, I'm a big fan of the 'Real Housewives' and in particular the "Real Housewives of New Jersey'. I have been rewatching some of the older episodes and one guy on the show always stood out as a nice guy and someone who had their you know what together. Any guesses?
Shocking New Details: New York Baby Dies In 100-Degree Parked Car
A GoFundMe was started for the mother of the 2-year-old who died in a parked car in the Hudson Valley. The fundraiser also alleges a crime "cover-up." On Wednesday, Hudson Valley Post reported on a child from Sullivan County who was pronounced dead after being left in a hot car.
These Rules of the Road Don’t Apply to All New Yorkers?
It's been a bit since i've documented my travels and crazy encounters on our Hudson Valley roadways, but the past few days truly have me wondering if I'm the one that's doing it wrong. You may remember me feeling a similar way a few years back; I was so blown away after a number of bold moves on the road, culminating with one guy pulling a u-turn over a divider/sidewalk in Pougkeepsie where I felt like I was in a real life Mario Kart game. I just had to document my thoughts:
New Yorkers Warned About So-Called ‘Parent Replacement Act’
A new California law is being described by some as a "warning" to parents about a proposal that New Yorkers will be voting on in November. Earlier this week, California Governor Gavin Newsom signed a law that some New Yorkers fear will soon impact the Empire State. California Law Described...
Did Jack White Secretly Release a New Album?
Jack White appears to have released a new album — but so far it's only appeared as an unlabeled LP in the bags of Third Man Records shoppers around the world. A post on White's subreddit tipped fans off to the new release, which follows a pair of 2022 albums, Fear of the Dawn and Entering Heaven Alive. The post included a picture of a record in a plain white sleeve, with a white label emblazoned with the words "No Name" in blue.
NOAA Says New York State Will Stay Very Warm Well Into the Fall
While the brutal heatwave finally broke across New York state this week, meteorologists say the much warmer than average weather isn't going to stay away. Could summer-like temperatures last well into the fall across New York and the Northeast?. So far this year, Extreme Weather Watch says that it has...
Hear Abbey Cone’s New Single ‘I Hate Springsteen’
Abbey Cone repeatedly claims to hate Bruce Springsteen on her newest single, but the truth is she's really just trying to convince herself she's not heartbroken. You can see the video for Cone's "I Hate Springsteen" below. The single's artwork finds her recreating the famous front cover from Springsteen's 1984 album Born in the U.S.A.
Historic, Deadly Weather In New York State After Ominous Warning
Rounds of severe storms hit the New York State after an ominous warning. On Tuesday, after a few tornados already touched down in New York, Gov. Kathy Hochul issued a state of emergency and warned of more severe weather. State of Emergency Issued For New York. “With possible tornado touchdowns...
Half-Million New Yorkers Must Pay Much More For Electric, Gas
This is "not the outcome" Hudson Valley residents wanted. But get ready to pay more. Last summer, Hudson Valley Post reported that Central Hudson wanted to raise its gas and electric rates by double digits. Central Hudson Wanted To Raise Prices By Nearly 20 Percent. The company asked the Public...
Latest Information Released in Wallkill “Murder for Hire” Investigation
Back in October of 2022, news broke of a shocking murder that took place in the town of Wallkill. In the time since then, the investigation itself has taken a variety of twists and turns and it was discovered that the murder itself was actually a "murder for hire". Over...
Bruce Springsteen Is Now a Billionaire
Bruce Springsteen is now a billionaire. According to a “conservative” Forbes estimate, the Boss is worth $1.1 billion. Springsteen has had a lucrative last few years. In December of 2021, he sold both his masters to Sony Music and his publishing to Sony Music Publishing in a deal that earned him in the vicinity of $500 million.
What’s The Story With Ongoing Hudson Valley Camaro Giveaway?
The car has been sitting at a gas station in Dutchess County for years. There has been car giveaway that has been promoted for quite some time in Hopewell Junction, NY. A gas station has had a Hot Wheels edition lime green Chevey Camaro SS sitting outside its business on an eleveated platform for years some say.
New York Fire Warning: Using the Wrong Chargers Proven to Be Extremely Dangerous
Two home fire incidents in the lower Hudson Valley have resulted in the Westchester County Department of Emergency Services sharing some important information as a warning to all New Yorkers. Home Fires in Westchester County. On Thursday, July 18, the Westchester County Department of Emergency Services (Westchester County DES) shared...
New York Closing Down Many Prisons, More Closures Expected
One of New York's oldest prisons and a jail in the Hudson Valley are being forced to close. A handful more closures are expected. Plans were confirmed to close down two prisons located across New York State. Sullivan Correctional Facility In Fallsburg, New York. The Sullivan Correctional Facility in Fallsburg...
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