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NorthEast-Millerton Library seeks budget hike
MILLERTON — The NorthEast-Millerton Library is asking voters to approve a budget increase in this November’s election. It has been 17 years since the library last asked the voting public to approve a budget increase. “Inflation is real and prevalent in our lives still, and that, of course, affects us,” Library Director Rhiannon Leo-Jameson said. According to the library’s website, “In the last several years, it has become increasingly difficult to keep up with the costs and continue to offer standard and new services to the community.”
Village of Millerton awarded Climate Smart Bronze Certification
MILLERTON — The Village of Millerton earned a Bronze Certification in the Climate Smart Communities program. The Village has undertaken actions recognized by the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation. One main activity that earned the Village many points was the NorthEast-Millerton Library’s book sale on Saturdays —...
Upstate Art Weekend at the Wassaic Project
WASSAIC — On Saturday, July 20, the Wassaic Project will participate in the Upstate Art Weekend (UPAW). UPAW takes place in ten different counties in the Catskills and Hudson Valley from Thursday, July 18-Sunday, July 21. This year the event has expanded to over 145 participants, including local art organizations, galleries, museums, temporary exhibits and other creative projects.
Recorded sales in Pine Plains from March through May
PINE PLAINS — Real estate sales in the early spring season in Pine Plains were sluggish with only six sales recorded over three months and not one ready to move-in traditional single-family residence. Four small parcels of vacant land were sold, one mobile home, and one multi-family structure in...
Millbrook approves plan to create new apartments
MILLBROOK — An application to renovate the second floor of the Reardon-Briggs Hardware store on Franklin Avenue to create new apartments was approved unanimously by the Planning Board at their regular meeting on Monday, July 8. The second floor of the hardware store presently offers two apartments standing adjacent...
Millbrook celebrates Arts Weekend July 21-22
MILLBROOK — Upstate Art Weekend and The Millbrook Arts and Open Studios will be held this upcoming weekend on Saturday and Sunday, July 20 and 21. The weekend is intended to highlight local artists, as well as celebrate the creative community in Millbrook. From noon-5 p.m. there will be...
Graham exhibit opens at NorthEast-Millerton Library
MILLERTON — Barbara Graham’s art will grace the walls of the NorthEast-Millerton Library through the end of July. Her exhibit, “Nature’s Mysteries,” which took about a year to complete, features what she labels as “Totems” inspired by objects she has found walking through nature and the town. Using everything from tree bark to twigs to fungi and more, Graham says the resulting art aids in thought clarification, similar to Shamanism which began in Tibet and India centuries ago.
Amenia: Public apology, better process
AMENIA — What was billed as a public apology to be offered during a special meeting of the Town Board on Tuesday, July 9, once delivered, led to fruitful discussion between the Town Board and the Recreation Commission, leading to a better understanding of the expenditure process. Having scheduled...
Amenia plans resolution to merge two Silo Ridge lots
AMENIA — Following a site visit by representatives of the Planning Board to see for themselves the scope of the merger of two lots at Silo Ridge, the Planning Board at its regular meeting on Wednesday, July 10, voted unanimously to direct its attorney to draft a resolution for approval to be considered at their next meeting on Wednesday, Aug. 14.
Amenia welcomes Way Behind the Sun for Monday Summer Concert Series opener
AMENIA — On Monday, July 8, the Town of Amenia opened its 2024 Summer Concert Series with a performance from Hudson Valley-based country band Way Behind the Sun. The concert took place from 6 to 8 p.m. on the basketball court at the Amenia Town Hall. Way Behind the...
Millbrook police plan computer upgrade
MILLBROOK — The Millbrook Board of Trustees heard Police Chief Keith Dworkin describe department computer problems at its regular meeting on Wednesday, July 10. Dworkin discussed the need for a server with a backup system to prevent data loss in case of a computer crash. Currently, there is only one working computer in the department, the chief said.
Four Brothers hosting fundraiser for local youngster
AMENIA/SHARON — Four Brothers Drive-in in Amenia is planning a fun-filled event to celebrate the bravery of Sharon Center School student Wyatt VanKeuren, 8, and to raise funds for ongoing medical treatment. Scheduled for Thursday, July 18, beginning at 6:30 p.m., the event will be followed by a movie...
Battle of Books library golf tournament July 27
MILLERTON/AMENIA — Fans of local library services and the game of golf are in luck. There is still time to register for what will be the 4th annual Millerton-Amenia golf tournament scheduled for Saturday, July 27, beginning at 4 p.m. The deadline to register, however, is Friday, July 19.
Tonsils, eating Nightshade; fire chief charged
‘About Millerton’; Little Morton Block had his tonsils removed last Friday at Vassar Hospital. The two-year-old daughter of Samuel Miles was taken ill Sunday. It was found that she had been eating nightshade berries. Dr. Richardson was called and the baby is fully recovered. July 18, 1974. ‘Chief, Fireman...
Man Found Drowning In Canopus Lake In Kent Dies At Hospital
The incident leading to the man's death began in Putnam County on Tuesday, July 16 around 1:45 p.m., when a possible drowning incident was reported at Canopus Lake Beach in Fahnestock State Park off Route 301 in Kent. According to Kent Police, arriving first responders and police helped park staff...
Police warn businesses that burglar is back in community
POUGHKEEPSIE – City of Poughkeepsie detectives arrested suspected burglar Eric Magnano on suspicion that he robbed four well-known city businesses recently. He has been charged with four felony counts of burglary. Following his arraignment, Magnano was released to the Dutchess County Probation Department’s supervision due to state bail reform...
Fandango Founder J. Michael Cline Dies After Falling From New York Hotel
James Michael Cline, the finance executive who founded the Fandango movie ticketing service in 2000 and remained with the company until 2011, died Tuesday morning of an apparent suicide in Manhattan after jumping from the 20th floor of the Kimberly Hotel. He was 64. 'Deadpool 3,' 'Bad Boys: Ride or Die' and 'Despicable Me 4' Among Most Anticipated Summer Films The NYPD said in a statement that officers responded to the hotel on 50th Street at 10:19 a.m. “Upon arrival, officers found an unconscious and unresponsive male with injuries indicative of a fall from an elevated position. The investigation remains ongoing.” The...
'Ally McBeal' Got Jane Krakowski Evicted From Her NYC Apartment
Rent is too damn high! That phrase breathes hallowed air in NYC. Rents have skyrocketed over the decades. Unless you make six figures, living in the quote-unquote greatest city in the world can be impossible. This forces lower-class citizens, who keep the city running, to find a residence in surrounding towns or so deep in the boroughs they need two trains and a shuttle bus to get to work. There is one way around ever-rising rent prices: finding a rent-stabilized apartment.
Affordable Housing Waiting List Opens at The Max
If you fall in the 40%, 60% and 120% AMI brackets, the affordable housing waiting list for The Max at 606 W57th Street is accepting applications for current and future vacancies. Two studios, four one-bedrooms and four two-bedroom units are available now at the luxury residential development between 11th and 12th Avenues. You can also […] The post Affordable Housing Waiting List Opens at The Max appeared first on W42ST.
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