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New Restaurant Takes Over Former Walden Diner In Orange County, NY
The Hudson Valley now has several new businesses to explore. A new, unique cafe, opened in Delaware County, NY celebrating the Catskills area. The Lollipop Cafe is now open in Hancock, NY. A new hibachi style restaurant opened their doors in a convenient Ulster County, NY location. SAKIMURA Hibachi &...
Rare equine virus that can infect humans found in 7 more NY counties
Albany, N.Y. — The state Department of Health said it had confirmed cases of Eastern equine encephalitis in horses in seven more upstate counties this week, days after confirming that a horse in the town of Newburgh had died of the virus last week. Testing confirmed that the virus...
Closing Time: Beloved Hudson Valley Movie Theater Forced To Close
It's the end of an era, the only movie theater in one Hudson Valley hometown is closing. In May, Hudson Valley Post reported on a puzzling plan that would transform the theater into something the area has far too many of. Changes For Showtime Cinemas In Newburgh, New York?. During...
Pasta Della Nonna opens in old Hacienda location
Pasta Della Nonna is officially open for business following a ribbon cutting Tuesday, Aug. 20. Representatives from the Goshen and Orange County chambers of commerce were in attendance alongside State Senator James Skoufis and Pasta Della Nonna owner Gilberto Gonzalez. “It was always on my mind, opening my own business,”...
10 Westchester, Rockland restaurants that make you feel like you're on vacation
Not going on vacation this summer? Or already went and but still craving that far away feeling? No worries. Westchester and Rockland have plenty of restaurants that offer a variety of international flavors so you can enjoy a taste of Madrid, Morrocco or Malaysia without travelling too far from home. A sampling...
I LIKE IT HERE
I LIKE IT HERE (Ralph Arlyck, 2022) “I wanna stay here forever,” a young boy says in his grandfather’s latest documentary, I Like It Here. But as that grandfather, Ralph Arlyck, points out throughout the film, life comes to an end for us all. Made over the course...
“Billy Keenan never quit” - Inspiring Irish American has passed
Billy Keenan, the inspiring Irish American who turned to motivational speaking after becoming a quadriplegic in 2013, has died. “My brother Billy Keenan went to the Lord shortly after midnight August 21," Billy’s brother John said in a post on the ‘Billy Keenan Speaks’ Facebook page on Thursday afternoon.
Eastern Equine Encephalitis kills Ulster County horse
KINGSTON – A horse in the hamlet of Wallkill has died from Eastern Equine Encephalitis, the State Health Department said. There is no risk of infected horses spreading the virus to humans or other horses as EEE is transmitted from mosquito bites, and there are currently no confirmed human cases in the state.
New City Apple Picking Fun: Your Ultimate Guide to Local Orchards
It's apple-picking time in the New City-Nyack area! Whether you're looking to make family memories or just enjoy the taste of a just-picked apple, New City-Nyack has some fantastic pick-your-own apple orchards to explore. Below, you'll find all the info on the best apple-picking spots in New City-Nyack. Grab your baskets, and get ready for a deliciously fun day!
Towns Near W’chester Airport Seek United Front for New Agreement
Seven communities that are most impacted by airplane volume and noise at Westchester County Airport are seeking a 20-year extension to a terminal use agreement to continue to limit commercial airline traffic. Last week, the New Castle Town Board became at least the fourth community to pass a resolution supporting...
Teriyaki Bowl Brings Sushi, Ramen, Pho & More to Wayne
There’s a new way to enjoy authentic Vietnamese Pho and other Asian delights in Passaic County. Teriyaki Bowl – Sushi & Ramen in Wayne offers Pho, poke bowls, sushi burritos, ramen, and more. The restaurant is the latest venture for an already successful New Jersey restaurateur. According to...
Saddle River resumes deer culling deal with United Bowhunters of NJ. No explanation given
SADDLE RIVER — The borough has brought back its five-year deer culling program a year after it put it on pause. The council voted this week to resume its agreement with United Bowhunters of New Jersey for the 2024-2025 hunting season. ...
Ceramic roses growing out of concrete
Rather than picking roses, young children rolled clay to create ceramic roses, and they bloomed on Central Avenue last week as the latest art project in Peekskill’s Downtown Revitalization Initiative (DRI) was installed. Under the guiding hand of Brazilian artist Simone Kestelman, Peekskill children in grades K through 2...
Preferred Equine Online to offer 31 lots on Monday
Briarcliff Manor, NY — Preferred Equine Online (PEO) has 31 entries to be offered on Monday (August 26), starting at 3:00 p.m. Broodmares, Yearlings, and racehorses make up the roster with many recent winners being offered. The strong draft of 3-year-old trotters includes Hip 18 Dejerate Hanover, a winner...
Cheese Louise! Un-brie-lievable
As you walk into Scott and Joe in Nyack, you are immediately greeted by overwhelmingly delicious looking hunks of cheese. They are lined up, perfectly placed and labeled in a gleaming display fridge. Oh, and there’s Scott. Scott lives up perfectly to his self description of “very charming and very excited to see [the customers]”. He owns Scott and Joe with his husband, who is named, you guessed it, Joe.
Weekly Rec: Rain-delayed Drive-In Screening of Summer of Soul on Sunday
An uplifting evening of film, music, singing, dancing and history as we celebrate and reclaim once forgotten stories of community pride, power and art on the site of a once forgotten neighborhood. 6:30pm, Sunday, August 25. ‘My House Once Stood Here’. Hezekiah Easter Square Veterans Park. A multimedia exhibit by...
The fabric of our lives: help create a Peekskill Collage and Quilt
On Saturday, August 24, from 1:00 to 4:00 pm drop by the Field Library in downtown Peekskill to help create Peekskill’s Multicultural Community Collage/ Quilts and celebrate the rich diversity of our city. There is no sewing involved, but cutting, pasting and letting color, fabric patterns and images tell your story. People of all skill levels and every age from seniors to school age children (with adult supervision) are welcome and encouraged to participate. All materials will be provided and are free.
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