Arlington
GOVERNMENT
Verizon Outage Causes Frustration in Hudson Valley
Talk about frustration. Many in Poughkeepsie and surrounding areas have been dealing with no cell phone service today. Woke up bright an early to start my day as per usual this morning, and ran into an issue. I picked up my phone and sent a text to a loved one, and it wouldn't go through. Phone said I was currently offline, not connected to the internet. It also said *Emergency Calls only on my Android phone. If you have an iPhone, learn about the SOS Only Message and it what it means. I knew it was gonna be a frustrating morning.
Mysterious Story and Details Behind One Hudson Valley Lake
One Hudson Valley lake has a very interesting story behind it. There's a lot of history here in the Hudson Valley and you never know what you'll find out next. Sylvan Lake is a beautiful lake that's located in the Beekman/Hopewell Junction area of Dutchess County. It's a popular summer...
Popular New Paltz Bar Ends Lengthy Legal Battle
After months of legal battles, the owners of a popular New Paltz, NY bar & restaurant have ended their legal battles. Back in April, we told you that P & G's "a cornerstone" in New Paltz, New York had their license to sell liquor suspended after New York State authorities conducted a raid in March that resulted in four bartenders being charged with serving underage patrons and numerous customers getting tickets for using fake IDs.
Landlords sue Poughkeepsie over rent control
POUGHKEEPSIE – The Poughkeepsie Common Council adoption of the Emergency Tenant Protection Act (ETPA) declaring a “housing emergency” in June, paved the way for a rent stabilization board. On Friday, the Hudson Valley Property Owners Association (the association) and five additional property owners filed a lawsuit against the city, asking for the declaration to be nullified.
Ulster County Fair ’24 opening in New Paltz. See what's on the schedule, ticket info.
The Ulster County Fair will make its grand return to the fairgrounds in New Paltz from Tuesday, July 30, to Sunday, Aug. 4. Headlining this year’s fair is the Marshall Tucker Band, who will perform at 8 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 3. Other musical acts include Joe Adee & the Lug Nuts, Mark Wills,...
Poughkeepsie Welcomes Brand New Safe Space for LGBTQ+ Community
Main Street in the Town of Poughkeepsie just got a little more colorful!. On Tuesday, July 24, City of Poughkeepsie Mayor Yvonne Flowers welcomed the newest tenant at 766 Main Street in the Town of Poughkeepsie. New Pride Center in Poughkeepsie. Mayor Yvonne Flowers and the Dutchess County Regional Chamber...
Lane Reductions Confirmed In Hudson Valley Until Thanksgiving
Hudson Valley drivers are told to expect lane reductions for about the next four months. The New York State Department of Transportation warns drivers in the Hudson Valley of a roadwork that will impact traffic until around Thanksgiving. For all the news that the Hudson Valley is sharing make sure...
The Bridges of Dutchess County are in Rough Shape
Only 73 of 334 bridges in Dutchess County are in good condition. That’s according to a new assessment by the State Comptroller, Thomas DiNapoli, which found that, statewide, nearly $30 billion is needed to upgrade town, city, and village bridges. In the region, Ulster County leads the ledger by...
Putnam Health Officials Warn of Lead Poisoning Risks
BREWSTER, N.Y. — Lead poisoning prevention month comes annually in the fall, but the staff at the Putnam County Department of Health know well it is a year-round job—with the livelihood of children at stake. Over the last eight months, public health nurses at the health department have been monitoring the blood levels of nearly a dozen children exposed to lead after consuming a specific brand of cinnamon applesauce pouches. Eating these contaminated pouches caused exposures nationwide and the U.S. Food and Drug Administration issued a recall to remove the remaining products from the store shelves. With...
Wolf Den Of Heroes Inductee For July 2024: Nick Barber
Each month the Wolf along with Mid Hudson Pump and MHA of Dutchess County select one of our area first responders to be inducted into the Wolf Den of Heroes. For over a year now we have asked you to nominate a first responder you know. If you have yet to nominate someone be sure to do it after you read more about our July 2024 Wolf Den of Heroes Inductee.
New! Pickleball Under The Stars in This Hudson Valley Town
The hottest and fastest growing sport these days just got even bigger, as residents of this Dutchess County town will now have the opportunity to take the courts after dark. Would you believe that New York ranks among the top states for pickleball?. Pickleball Craze in the Hudson Valley. Seemingly...
Newburgh Social Security Office Has Moved to Crystal Run Road in Middletown
The Newburgh Social Security office has relocated to its new location at 85 Crystal Run Road, Middletown, NY (one complex to the East of Crystal Run Healthcare), on the same side of the Crystal Run Road) and will be open for business on Friday, July 26. In-person business operations at 3 Washington Center, Newburgh, NY, ended on Thursday, July 18. Local telephone services remain available at 1-866-504-4801.
Orange County model train club in search of new place to meet
A small club in Orange County that brings together people of all ages through their love of model trains is in search for a new place for their weekly meetings. The Old Newburgh Model Railroad Club has members from 10 to 80 years old. The group started in 1942 and...
Advocates celebrate 34 years of ADA legislation
HIGHLAND -Friday marked the 34th anniversary of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), and advocacy organizations celebrated Saturday with an event on the Walkway Over the Hudson. “The ADA brought a lot of freedom and a lot of equality to the individuals with disabilities population here in this country,” said...
Welcome to NewsBreak, an open platform where diverse perspectives converge. Most of our content comes from established publications and journalists, as well as from our extensive network of tens of thousands of creators who contribute to our platform. We empower individuals to share insightful viewpoints through short posts and comments. It’s essential to note our commitment to transparency: our Terms of Use acknowledge that our services may not always be error-free, and our Community Standards emphasize our discretion in enforcing policies. We strive to foster a dynamic environment for free expression and robust discourse through safety guardrails of human and AI moderation. Join us in shaping the news narrative together.