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Yankees' mysterious new hit celebration is catching on (even with DJ LeMahieu)
The New York Yankees are buttoned-up in all aspects, playing things close to the vest. Sometimes, that results in Brian Cashman silently passing the trade deadline and hoping no one notices. Sometimes, it involves an inside joke that becomes a team-wide hit celebration, spread only through whispers and winks. And...
Pedestrian struck and killed in Town of Wallkill on Wednesday night
TOWN OF WALLKILL – A pedestrian was tragically killed on Wednesday night after being struck by a vehicle in the Town of Wallkill. The unidentified elderly man was hit near Fortune Road West and Tower Drive at about 8:45 p.m. Further information about the incident is expected to be released by the Town of Wallkill Police Department later today.
Phish performing three consecutive nights in Bethel: Where to buy tickets
Phish, best known for hits like “You Enjoy Myself” and “Tweezer,” will perform for three consecutive nights, featuring three distinct setlists, at the Bethel Woods Center for the Arts in Bethel, NY from Friday, August 9 through Sunday, August 11. All three concerts start at 7:30 p.m.
Woodbury Has a Problem; It’s Time for a Solution
The campaign to establish the Village of Woodbury – nearly 20 years ago – featured a common refrain from the strongest backers: the new village would only cost taxpayers $1. While I supported the creation of the village as a means of protecting zoning in the community, most voters – from teenagers at the time like me to longtime residents – knew this claim was likely false.
U.S. Attorney files lawsuit against Liberty School District for violating USERRA Act
NEW YORK – U.S. Attorney Damian Williams has announced that his office has filed a lawsuit on behalf of teacher and U.S. Army National Guard member John Chewens against the Liberty Central School District. The complaint was filed under the Uniformed Services Employment and Reemployment Rights Act of 1994...
Sneak Peek: Wappingers ‘Day & Night Lounge’ Sets Opening Date
After a delay of over a year, Wappingers Falls' newest bar and lounge is ready for its debut. Owner Amy Parks says the Day & Nite Lounge was inspired by a "lifetime of going to clubs and lounges in NYC." Located on Main Street in the Village of Wappingers, the Day & Nite Lounge will truly live up to its name, welcoming customers who are looking for drinks, a sophisticated ambiance and good music no matter the time of day.
Speaker Heastie visits Storm King Art Center
NEW WINDSOR- Carl Heastie, Speaker of the State Assembly, continued his annual statewide tour on Wednesday, visiting Storm King Art Center with Assemblyman Chris Eachus (D, New Windsor). “Storm King is truly a gem in the Hudson Valley,” Heastie said. “I am honored to be able to tour the center...
National Lifeguard Appreciation Day celebrated at local water park
FISHKILL – July 31 is National Lifeguard Appreciation Day, an annual day dedicated to recognizing lifeguards’ hard work and dedication to keeping swimmers safe in many aquatic settings. The day of celebration may be lesser known, but relevant to many, including the Aquatics department at Splashdown Beach Waterpark.
Poughkeepsie puts six new cops on the force (VIDEO)
POUGHKEEPSIE – With staffing levels critically low in the police department, Mayor Yvonne Flowers and Acting Chief Rich Wilson held a ceremonial swearing-in for six new officers. The new hires, four of which have served as officers in the NYPD bring the number of sworn officers in the city to the mid-80s, with three more candidates in the final stages of the interview process, according to city officials.
Above and beyond: Here are Port Jervis' scholar athletes for 2023-24
The Orange County Interscholastic Athletic Association recently honored its top senior student-athletes for each high school. Port Jervis High School selected Yacine Niasse and Jaren Rodriguez. Here are their profiles: Yacine Niasse ...
Cornhole tournaments come to Poughkeepsie
POUGHKEEPSIE – A new cornhole league at the MJN Convention Center in Poughkeepsie is slated to begin August 8 and very few signup spots are left, according to the organizers. The Mid-Hudson Cornhole League at the MJN Convention Center will have weekly tournaments on Thursday nights featuring cash prizes awarded to the top contenders.
Patti LaBelle, Sean Paul, Keith Sweat, MC Lyte, Fat Joe, more tapped for Rise Up NYC free concert series
Rise Up NYC will once again host free concerts at outdoor locations across NYC’s five boroughs this summer. This is the third season for the series, which is happening in conjunction with SummerStage, and includes a few of the shows previously announced on their lineup as well as some new events.
Could NY double bottle deposits to 10 cents? Support grows, criticism persists
NEW YORK (PIX11) — It’s a pretty common sight in New York City — people with bags full of bottles and cans that they’ve gathered to take to deposit locations and receive 5 cents in return for each bottle or can they turn in. That 5-cent amount has gone unchanged for more than four decades. […]
These cities feel a lot hotter than the actual temperature due to urban heating
A new study shows how and where temperatures are rising due to urban heat islands and the characteristics of the built environment. Climate Central analyzed the urban heat island (UHI) index in more than 37,000 census block groups across 65 major U.S. cities to understand where urban heat is most intense within each city and estimate how much hotter these areas are due to the built environment.
Slow Down New York and Give Our First Responder a Break
This has been a week of some serious accidents. Hudson Valley first responders have had their work cut out for them with several accidents. Some are just traffic snarles as in the case of the truck and camper stuck on the Mid-Hudson Bridge but others are far more serious like in the case of the car fire in Catskill.
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