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Popular Restaurant Now Selling its Coffee in New Paltz
How many times have you eaten an amazing meal out and wished you could make it at home? Sometimes it is not the whole meal as much as it is a sauce or a side of some sort that your favorite restaurant has mastered and you wish you could recreate it at home.
What It Means if Your New York Maple Tree Grows Spikes
I've lived in my house in Newburgh, NY long enough to have seen everything there was to see in my backyard... or so I thought. This morning I noticed a strange phenomenon on one of our beloved maple trees: what looked like spikes growing out of several leaves (below). Here's what it means if your trees start to sprout "thorns" as well.
'This is what Poughkeepsie needs': The Governess, new waterfront restaurant, makes debut.
Set right on the Hudson River, The Governess is located on a prime spot, with great views from the deck and from the vintage-decorated restaurant and bar. The Governess had its grand opening on Thursday, July 25, and the community came out to celebrate the long-awaited debut at 1 Main St. Melanie Lemieux,...
‘Captivating’ One Of A Kind Circus Acts Coming To The Hudson Valley
Summer is my favorite season. It brings warm, sunny days with the return of outdoor, fun activities and events. Hudson Valley residents can visit farmers markets, fairs, festivals, outdoor music series and more. At times, we may notice that different circus acts may be in the Hudson Valley for a limited time.
Boxing: 15 years after infamous dog attack, Frankie Flora headlines local boxing card
Frankie Flora was described by his coach as an "all-around boxer," one whose natural athleticism is complemented by skills he has worked hard to develop and strategies he is beginning to adopt. But what is most impressive, Kariym Patterson said, is the resilience and an unwavering confidence. ...
Have the Best Giant Skeleton with Barnyard Friends this Halloween
Many people start thinking about Christmas in July because for decades people have branded July as the month you can look ahead to the holidays. Christmas is less than 6 months away and in the heat a few thought about the happy part of winter work. But before you get...
Swimming Lake Reopens After Blue-Green Algal Bloom
The swimming and boating lakes at Wilcox Memorial Park in Stanfordville reopened last Friday, after being closed due to a blue-green algal bloom, which posed potential health risks to humans and animals. Dutchess County Parks, in collaboration with the Department of Behavioral & Community Health, has taken extensive precautionary measures to treat and test the lakes, ensuring a safe environment for all visitors.
Why Did These Young, Curious Raccoons Need to Be Rescued in the Hudson Valley?
Four small furry friends found themselves in quite a situation recently in Millbrook, New York. Their faces say it all. The Village of Millbrook Police Department shared on social media today that one of their staff, Sgt. Witt came to the rescue of some juvenile raccoons who found themselves in a bit of a mess.
Moonburger Opens New Location Outside the Hudson Valley
Most know by now my love for Moonburger, the greatest burger I've ever had. The popular plant-based Hudson Valley burger joint has three Hudson Valley locations (Kingston, New Paltz, and Poughkeepsie). The Poughkeepsie spot inside the Chestnut Market inside the Mobil on Rt 9 opened back in April. Just last...
Ulster County beekeepers association to hold meeting
ROSENDALE- The Ulster County Beekeepers Association will hold its monthly meeting on Monday, August 12, 2024, at the Rosendale Recreation Center located at 1055 Route 32 in Rosendale. The meeting will feature a hive extraction lesson and there will be a period for open questions. Both experienced and new beekeepers...
Newburgh, New York Dairy Bar Celebrates Christmas in July with Festive Flavors
I don't know about you, but I'm starting to feel the holiday spirit creeping in. Makes sense, since it's Christmas in July! And one Hudson Valley business is going all out. Celebrate Christmas in July with Festive Ice Cream Flavors. Mary Jane's Dairy Bar on Route 9W in Newburgh, New...
Former WRRV Sessions Headliner to Appear on Primetime Game Show
One of the biggest WRRV Sessions Headliners that we have ever had is going toe-to-toe with another legendary rock band on primetime TV, and I got all the information on how to root for them!. WRRV Sessions Headliner Papa Roach to Become Game Show Contestants. Papa Roach has been a...
Kingston Area Seed System Initiative | WPBS Weekly: Inside the Stories
A pair of organic gardeners decided to pass their Heritage Seed collection to the Kingston Area Seed System Initiative or KASSI. It was a significant event in the preservation of local agricultural diversity in Canada. Today, KASSI shares local seeds with farmers, market gardeners, schools and more to promote growing healthy local food.
Sake Has Quietly Become a Local Beverage
In the crowded regional craft alcoholic beverage market, defined in large part by its connection to local agriculture, the Dassai Blue sake brewery in Hyde Park is a decidedly unique, under-the-radar destination. Established by Asahi Shuzo, one of Japan’s leading high-end sake brands, Dassai Blue has invested $80 million in...
Hudson Valley Creatives to Be Highlighted in Sixth Kingston Design Connection Showhouse
An Ulster county property will be transformed by the work of Hudson Valley artists and designers this fall for the return of the Kingston Design Showhouse. On hiatus last year, the event is hosted by Kingston Design Connection, a network for Hudson Valley area creatives founded by designer Maryline Damour of Damour Drake after she moved from Brooklyn to Kingston.
Mill House Brewing Company – Great Craft Beer & Good Food In Poughkeepsie
Mill House Brewing Company in Historic Poughkeepsie, NY, opened in Fall 2013. It quickly gained a reputation for being one of the area’s top stops for chilling out with good food, outstanding beer, and tight and right service. This is packed into a warm, historic, and visually appealing setting, with casual yet professional service. The food is cooked from as close to the source as possible and artfully crafted ales are served up on tap, canned, and bottled.
Get Ready for Mid-Hudson Comic Con
Head to the Majed J. Nesheiwat Convention Center (formerly the Mid-Hudson Civic Center) for the two-day Mid-Hudson Comic Con on Aug. 3 (10 a.m.–6 p.m.) and Aug. 4 (10 a.m.–4 p.m.). Over 100 exhibitors, cosplay contests, gaming, panel discussions and more! VIP pass includes the weekend pass, which gets you in both days (early entry at 9:30 a.m.), along with these exclusive perks: a Mid-Hudson Comic Con special wearable badge with double-sided artwork, six exclusive prints for the show by Robert Bruno, Kevin Kobasic, Jay Mooers, and Ryan Browne, plenty of swag and two random comic books from Marvel or DC — which one will you get? Limited amount of these tickets available!
Phillip Dutton and Possante Lead the Advanced Division at Millbrook Horse Trials
The 2024 Millbrook Horse Trials kicked off yesterday with lower level dressage at Riga Meadow Equestrian Center at Coole Park in Millbrook, NY. There are more than 400 total entries competing at Millbrook, from Beginner Novice to Advanced level. Today the upper level horses cantered down the centerline, while the lower levels headed out on cross country.
Climate Local Now: Rethinking Sustainable Fashion
When I was a little girl, one of my favorite activities was playing dress-up. I loved the artistry of combining textures, colors, shapes, and patterns to create a wearable masterpiece. As an adult, this love persisted and evolved into curating the perfect wardrobe. I found the same opportunity for creative expression through shopping. Only now, playing dress-up was accompanied by a guilty, gnawing sensation in the pit of my stomach caused by the knowledge of the effects the garment industry had on the planet:
STATEMENT FROM SENATOR JAMES SKOUFIS
Lifelong learning begins at a young age, and museums are a great place to spark an interest in history, science, and art. I know that it can sometimes feel nerve-wracking to take a toddler to an art museum, which is what makes Storm King Art Center such a special place.
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