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Parking Will Be Temporarily Closed At Some Popular Rail Trails
The weather this week has been great so far and it looks like it will continue into the weekend. That being said there is something you should know if you are a regular at either the Harlem Valley Rail Trail or the Dutchess Rail Trail. Starting Wednesday and running through...
Restaurant Announces Closure In Croton-On-Hudson
In a social media post on Tuesday, Oct. 8, 140 Grand in Croton-on-Hudson revealed it would be permanently closing its doors on Sunday, Oct. 13. The eatery, located at 140 Grand St., did not give a specific reason for its closure but thanked those who had stopped by since its opening.
PD: New York Man Takes “Stolen” Car On 3-Hour “Test Drive” To Hudson Valley
A New York City man gave a bizarre excuse as to why he was found driving a reported stolen car in the Hudson Valley. The New Rochelle Police Department confirmed a car stolen from the state of Pennsylvania was found in the Lower Hudson Valley. Stolen Car From Pennsylvania Found...
End of An Era As New Paltz Agway Store Demolished [Video]
The once popular Agway store off Route 32 closed in 2020. Agway stores have been part of a regional network of retail outlets for many years, providing a wide variety of products and services focused on agriculture, gardening, and pet care. They offer items like seeds, fertilizers, soil, animal feed, and gardening tools, catering to both farmers and hobby gardeners.
‘Nightmare’ Ulster County Traffic Light Has Suddenly Disappeared
And just like that... it's gone. One of the most popular commutes in Ulster County looks a little different after a controversial traffic light has been taken down. The traffic signal, which had support from some local government officials, also caused some of the longest lines of traffic in the Hudson Valley. But what will the drive home look like now that the light is gone?
Boys soccer: Ahmed's late goal delivers Ketcham over rival John Jay-East Fishkill
It seemed that something was bound to happen in the waning minutes. Watching from the sideline, coach Jim Chappas said, the tension became palpable as the pace picked up and the action intensified, and it seemed a near certainty that this game would soon be decided. Then his team had its potential game-winning goal negated by an offsides call. That could have been deflating. ...
Popular Hudson Valley Hot Dog Truck Announces Return Date
The owner of a legendary Hudson Valley hot dog stand has announced it will be reopening after a temporary closure. The Hudson Valley area has so many beloved hot dog spots, many places that are known to be the best of the best. You really don't have to travel far to get some of the best dogs you'll ever have.
Massive Addition To New York’s “Most-Treasured Resources” In Hudson Valley
New York State confirmed a big change to one of "New York’s most-treasured resources" in the Hudson Valley. On Thursday, New York Gov. Kathy Hochul announced hundreds of acres are being added to Clarence Fahnestock Memorial State Park in Putnam and Dutchess counties. For all the news that the...
Football: Adebola, Fay lead Ketcham in rout of Yonkers Brave for best start since 2013
WAPPINGERS FALLS - The players were implored to not dwell on the defeats, to look ahead and focus only on improvement. But, Dylan Fay can admit now, it was almost impossible to remain hopeful and to not get fixated on their shortcomings. Understandably, optimism becomes a challenge when losing is consistent. That's why the feeling now is so fulfilling, because this group remembers well what those days were like and how dejected they often were. ...
Was New Paltz’s Pizza Scene Better 30 Years Ago?
In my latest pursuit of finding content that may be interesting to the people of the Hudson Valley, I discovered quite the gem. The video is episode 23 of "Eye on New Paltz." Created by students at SUNY New Paltz back in 1993, the video shares insights on campus construction, different art and music events going on at the time, and even has a segment on the best pizza in town.
Newburgh announces completion of $32M north interceptor sewer improvement project
CITY OF NEWBURGH - A $32 million sewer project that will keep millions of gallons of sewage out of the Hudson River every year has been completed in Newburgh. The city of Newburgh held a news conference Tuesday to announce the completion of the North Interceptor Sewer Improvement Project. And they held it at...
Hudson Valley’s Best Kept Culinary Secret on a Budget
Did you know there's a place in the Hudson Valley that serves gourmet food prepared by culinary experts and costs less than going to a fast food joint?. The Culinary Institute in Hyde Park is where many of the top chefs in the country have honed their skills. Anthony Bourdain, Michael Symon, John Besh, Duff Goldman, Richard Blais, Cat Cora, Rocco DiSpirito and many other celebrity chefs all attended the prestigious culinary school.
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