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Several August paving projects scheduled in Kingston
KINGSTON – A number of street repaving projects are planned in the City of Kingston during the month of August. They include Millers Lane from Lucas Avenue to the city line, Grandview Avenue from Lounsbury Place to Millers Lane, Cummings Avenue, Patriots Place, and Heritage Court. Preparation in those...
Astonishing Music Festival Taking Place Again in Hudson Valley
Mark your calendars because Big Lawn Musical Festival will be returning in a big way to the Hudson Valley. There are a lot of cool things to do in the Hudson Valley, but this might be one of the coolest. Imagine a beautiful summer day, the weather is perfect, and you're drinking an iced cold beer while listening to some awesome music. This could all be true and more if you attend the Big Lawn Music Festival next month...just keep reading.
Debunking a Horrific Misconception About Poughkeepsie, New York
My girlfriend almost watched The Poughkeepsie Tapes the other night. Almost. For those who are unfamiliar, The Poughkeepsie Tapes is a movie that came out in 2007 that follows the crimes of Poughkeepsie serial killer Edward Carver. The documentary follows investigators after New York murder investigators uncover hundreds of tapes showing decades of the serial killer's work. The movie shows interviews with investigators, residents, family members, surviving and victims, along with showing clips from the infamous tapes themselves.
Renters in Poughkeepsie Gain Massive New Protection
The housing crisis has been a major point of conversation among residents living in Poughkeepsie. With the boom of temporary rental units taking over the area during the height of the COVID-19 pandemic, rental prices and housing costs have been astronomical. On Tuesday, July 9th, the Poughkeepsie Common Council passed...
Kingston Made Rent Law History Two Years Ago. That Was the Easy Part.
Sarah Cizmazia is quick to explain that the name of her apartment complex in Kingston, New York — Chestnut Mansion — is “very grandiose for what it is.”. When she arrived at the brick, garden-style building in April 2023, one of the first things she noticed was the bent door to her apartment. Gaps around the frame let in bugs and cold drafts.
Donat Appointed Poughkeepsie City Manager
POUGHKEEPSIE – Mayor Yvonne Flowers has appointed Joseph P. Donat as Poughkeepsie City Administrator. Donat, who has been serving as the city’s Interim Development Director, was confirmed as Administrator by the Common Council on July 9 and will officially start his new role on July 27, 2024. Donat...
Ulster lawmakers approve state grant application to repair county pool
KINGSTON – By a 21 to two vote, the Ulster County Legislature Tuesday night approved rebuilding the 50-year-old county swimming pool in New Paltz. At issue was applying for a state grant for the work, which had to be done by last Friday, but the county legislature was not going to meet until two working days later.
Poughkeepsie's proposed Business Improvement District: The plan, location, costs
During her first State of the City Address in March, City of Poughkeepsie Mayor Yvonne Flowers highlighted upcoming plans to revitalize the city. Among them was a proposed Business Improvement District, or BID, to address the downtown business landscape. A BID is a geographic area — in this case including parts of Main Street and neighboring streets — where property owners are charged a special assessment to enhance the area. Local property owners, business tenants, and...
Ulster County Fair to feature sensory safe space again
NEW PALTZ – Families with children on the autism spectrum or individuals with sensory. sensitivities often find the fast-paced environment of the Ulster County Fair overwhelming. In response, Ulster BOCES, in collaboration with the Resource Center for Accessible Living. and the Ulster County Agricultural Society, announced the return of...
New York Artists Receive $1,000 Monthly Basic Income Through Creatives Rebuild New York
A guaranteed basic income program has provided financial relief to artists in New York, allowing them to focus on their creative endeavors without the constant stress of financial instability. Jacinta Bunnell Benefits from Guaranteed Income. Jacinta Bunnell, a 52-year-old artist from Stone Ridge, New York, experienced a significant change in...
Kingston mayor anticipates approval to remove Pike Plan canopy
KINGSTON – The mayor of Kingston is confident that the city common council will approve his proposal to remove the Pike Plan canopy from the Stockade District. The canopy in front of the businesses has been up for some 50 years and Mayor Steven Noble said it is time to take it down.
These leaders will speak at Women's Networking Event in Poughkeepsie: See the lineup
On Wednesday, Dutchess County Executive Sue Serino and community leaders will host the annual Women's Networking Event at The Locust Grove Estate. The event, launched in 2018, has welcomed over a thousand local women since its first year. Women of the community will hear from three guest speakers — CaraMia...
Trolley Track Removal and Street Improvements – Kingston NY
Roads, Bridges, and Tunnels, Infrastructure and Utilities. Works Progress Administration (WPA), Work Relief Programs. The Works Progress Administration (WPA) conducted the following project in Kingston, New York, per a DoD survey:. Description: Remove trolley rails, load and transport to shipping point, and remove and replace pavement. Project No. 265-1-21-240 Cost:...
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