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New York county's latest trans athlete ban draws lawsuits from attorney general, civil rights group
MINEOLA, N.Y. (AP) — The New York attorney general and the New York Civil Liberties Union on Monday sued a county on Long Island over its latest move to ban transgender females from playing on women’s sports teams at county facilities. The separate lawsuits came on the same day Nassau County Executive Bruce Blakeman, a Republican, signed the policy into law. Months earlier, a judge had blocked a similar rule Blakeman put in place through an executive order. Both cases argue the ban violates state anti-discrimination laws. “With this law, Nassau County is once again attempting to exclude transgender girls and women from participating in sporting events while claiming to support fairness,” Attorney General Letitia James, a Democrat, said in a statement.
Banning student use of cellphones in New York schools should be state call, Hochul says
New York's schools and teachers should not have to wrestle with what to do about student cellphone use in class, Gov. Kathy Hochul said Monday. A statewide ban is a better approach, she said. "It seems to me that a district-by-district approach does not work," she said. "Sometimes it's easy...
New Paltz Sees More Changes as New Business Replaces Mediterranean Restaurant
New Paltz has been rapidly evolving this year. There have been over 12 major business changes in the New Paltz area alone. From restaurants like Schatzi's and A Tavola closing to new businesses like the first legal marijuana dispensary opening, the town has seen a lot of changes in the last 7 months.
Planning board discusses Burger King’s renovation plan and design for a brand new Taco Bell on the same property
With renovations to the existing Burger King and a brand new Taco Bell on the same property proceeding through the review process at roughly the same time, Town of New Paltz Planning Board members are hoping to see a bit more coordination between the two, particularly with regard to exterior design.
New York Men Confess To ‘Senseless Murders’ Of Hudson Valley Kids
Two New York Gang Members men committed "senseless murders" of teens in the Hudson Valley. The United States Attorney for the Southern District of New York, Damian Williams, announced a guilty plea following the death of a Dutchess County Teen. New York City Man Confesses To Killing Dutchess County, New...
Half of WWE’s Tape Library Is Stored at This Catskills Mountain Vault in Rosendale
Stamford, Connecticut, is WWE's main facility, home to a significant portion of their video library. However, the other half, a true treasure trove, lies deep within the Catskill Mountains in Rosendale, New York. Here, within a decommissioned limestone mine, resides the rest of WWE's vast archive, including 60,000 media assets...
Newburgh board of ed poised to restore 103 laid off positions
NEWBURGH – The new majority on the Newburgh School Board will vote on Tuesday to restore the 103 positions that were cut by the former board majority at a June 27 session. The cuts included teachers, teachers’ aides, CSEA workers, and others including maintenance workers. Board President Christine...
EXCLUSIVE: Jenni Kayne Brand Expanding Into Beauty Services Starting With New ‘Farmhouse’ Concept
The quiet town of Tivoli, N.Y., is welcoming a new neighbor: Jenni Kayne.EXCLUSIVE: Rodan + Fields Announces New Funding, New Business Model The California brand is introducing Jenni Kayne Farmhouse, a 2,150-square-foot property about 112 miles north of New York City to offer hospitality and wellness experiences through its beauty brand Oak Essentials. “Upstate New York has always been on our radar,” said Lauren Harris, chief executive officer of Oak Essentials. Outside of its 27 retail stores, “we have not had a big brand moment on the East Coast yet,” she continued. “We wanted to do something on the opposite coast from where...
Crews repairing water main in Tivoli Preserve encounter 14-foot boa constrictor
As crews worked over the weekend to repair a water main break in the Tivoli Preserve, they were met with a long 14 foot visitor. A 14 foot boa constrictor, slithered it's way out of the woods and onto the construction site back on Friday. The officials from the Department...
Warning: Police Now Investigating String of Burglaries in Poughkeepsie
The City of Poughkeepsie Police Department is asking for your help in investigating a string of recent burglaries around the area. The City of Poughkeepsie PBA released information on these most recent crimes on Monday, July 15th. Burglaries in Poughkeepsie, NY. Two separate burglaries occurred in the City of Poughkeepsie...
Balcarcel Opts to Return for Fifth Year With Red Foxes
POUGHKEEPSIE, NY – Marist men's lacrosse midfielder captain has announced his return to the Red Foxes for his fifth season of eligibility. A native of Milford, Pa., Balcarcel announced his return to Poughkeepsie on social media. Balcarcel will be taking advantage of an NCAA waiver that allows student-athletes who competed during the 2020-21 season to use an extra year of eligibility. "I got one more in me with the fellas," Balcarcel stated on Instagram. "Beyond blessed for the opportunity." He will enter the 2025 season as a graduate student. Balcarcel joined the Red Foxes as a freshman in 2021 and...
New Harbor Freight Location Announced in Hudson Valley, New York
A new Harbor Freight Tools location is currently under construction in the Hudson Valley. The low-cost tool store has exploded in popularity over the past few years as homeowners seek ways to save on home improvement. The company was listed by the National Retailers Federation as the fastest-growing company in the nation in 2022, with growth of over 93%.
Try a Taste of This Delicious Networking Opportunity
The Hudson Valley Gateway Chamber of Commerce is making the rounds again this summer by bringing back the Movable Feast tour of local dining destinations. And everyone is invited, Chamber member or not. The seven-week promotion, which runs now through Aug. 29, is a joint venture of the Chamber with Croton Dam Spirits and River Journal North.
Grateful Dead Tribute Music & Crafts Fest Returns to Rockland
The Grateful Dead Tribute Music & Crafts Festival returns to the Great Lawn at the Harmony Hall-Jacob Sloat House on Sunday, July 28, featuring three bands and food and craft vendors at the historic homestead in bucolic Sloatsburg, NY. Bands on the program this year’s third annual festival are Uncle...
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