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Town officials unsatisfied with Catskill woman's changes to her pollinator-friendly yard
CATSKILL, N.Y. (WRGB) — A Catskill woman is in a growing dispute with town officials over her lawn. Jenae DiNapoli has transformed her lawn into an oasis of native plants and haven for pollinators, but for months, Catskill town officials have been trying to get her to cut it, citing it violates town codes.
Ulster County Village Looking to Set a New Speed Limit
Officials in Saugerties, New York have begun the process to set a village-wide speed limit. Most towns and villages across the Hudson Valley have reasonable speed limits set throughout each area, with most limits ranging from 15 to 30 mph. The low limits are put in place in high foot traffic areas in hopes of making it safer for pedestrians walking around town. The speed limits do vary by town/village. In Saugerties, 80% of the village currently has a 25 mph speed limit with the other 20% having it set at 30 mph.
$62 Million Development on Woodstock ’94 Site Sparks Fierce Debate
Winston Farm Development: Economic Impact vs. Community Concerns. SAUGERTIES — The proposed development of Winston Farm, the historic site of Woodstock ’94, is generating significant debate within the Saugerties community. On August 14, developers presented their draft generic environmental impact statement (DGEIS) to the Town Board, revealing plans for a mixed-use development that includes housing, a hotel, cabins, and more. According to the developers, this project could bring a substantial $62 million in annual economic impact, alongside various other benefits like job creation, increased tourism, and enhanced local vitality.
Margaret Thatcher rises from a local dump
I spoke to Z Behl the day before she was scheduled to board a flight to Chicago and the Democratic National Convention. Z isn’t a delegate. Nor is she a member of the press. She’s an artist who lives in Clavarack, NY. She isn’t a protestor either, though I suppose the reason she was flying to the Windy City constitutes a form of protest. She was hoping to get publicity for Storm the Capitol, a board game about the January 6th riot that she and her brother Walker created.
Dutchess County Dog Saved From Awful Hoarding Situation Finds New Home
An awful hoarding situation in Dutchess County has a heartwarming ending for one rescue pup. Over 20 Dogs Saved from Hoarding Situation in Milan, NY. Several local animal rescues were on the scene earlier this year to assist in what some volunteers called the "worst hoarding situation" they have ever encountered.
Ancram Town Board Passes Resolutions on Court Audit, State Funding and Appointments
At the Ancram Town Board meeting on Aug. 15, members unanimously passed four resolutions after hearing reports from the supervisor, highway superintendent, clerk/tax collector and clerk of court. The resolutions included:. Approving an audit of the court records and dockets, year-to-date;. Encouraging the court to apply for state funding through...
Woodstock Fringe Presents "Greater Tuna"
Woodstock Fringe is presenting "Greater Tuna" at the Byrdcliffe Theatre. in Woodstock, NY - opening tonight and running through September 8th.Meet Arles Struvie, Thurston Wheelis, Aunt Pearl, Petey Fisk, Phineas Blye and Rev. Spikes, just some of the upstanding citizens of Tuna, the third smallest town in Texas, where the Lion’s Club is too liberal, and Patsy Cline never dies.
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