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New Bar in Kingston Opening at Familiar Location
A new bar will soon call Kingston, New York home. For many years the Anchor Bar located at 744 Broadway in Kingston was extremely popular with area residents and when previous owners announced they were putting for sale signs on the bar many wondered what the future would look like at one of Kingston's favorite places.
This is Easily the Best Mini-Hike in the Hudson Valley
For some, the joy is in the journey. For others, the joy is finding a way to experience the sweeping Hudson Valley views without hours of strenuous physical journeying. There's no shortage of incredible hikes around the Hudson Valley, but many of them require a big block of time and leave you sweaty and breathless. So, if you're looking to take in a nice view and feel surrounded by nature but you don't have time, the desire, or the ability to take on one of the big hikes, I offer you these suggestions:
New Drive Thru Coffee Shop Coming Soon to Kingston
Kingston's Planning Board has approved plans for a new drive-thru coffee location within the city. One thing I think most of us can agree on is that there's nothing better than a good cup of coffee, right? There's a reason why many Hudson Valley towns have numerous options when it comes to coffee and thanks to the city Planning Board, Kingston, New York will soon have a drive-thru location that has many area residents excited.
End of An Era For Popular City of Pougheepsie Bar
Oh, the Hudson Valley bar scene, what memories. I gotta say, as I get older, I'm not much into hitting the local area bars like I used to be. But at one time in my life, it was a lot of fun. I can't even begin to count the number of times I used to hang out at bars regularly, not so much anymore. Only occasionally.
New Gym with Famous Roots Opens in Kingston, NY
Ulster County welcomed a brand new business this week with the grand opening of Midtown Jiu Jitsu in Kingston, NY. Owner and head coach Malachy Silva has returned to the Hudson Valley after years of coaching at the world-renowned Renzo Gracie Los Angeles to begin a new chapter of sport, learning, and giving back to the community.
Which Celebrity is Actually the Most Famous Vassar Alumni?
Vassar has provided an education to a lot of Hollywood A-Listers, but these few might be the most famous alumni out of all of them. One of the coolest things about the Hudson Valley is that many celebrities currently live here, film here, have lived here or have attended one of the schools here. That brings us to Vassar College which is located in Poughkeepsie, New York and the amount celebrities that are connected to the college is CRAZY.
Dutchess County restaurant inspections: How safe is your favorite place to eat?
Dutchess County restaurant inspection records show 17 food establishments received five or more violations in April, according to the most recent data released by New York state. A diner in Poughkeepsie had 11 non-critical violations and six critical violations in April, including using shellfish that was not from approved sources...
Dine At This Cheez-It Themed Diner in Woodstock, NY Before It Disappears
Ask anyone you know what the best snack of all time is. If they do not say Cheez-It’s without hesitation, they’re just wrong. I am a Cheez-It lover and when I heard that the company opened up a diner in upstate New York, I almost jumped in my car to go take a look for myself.
Would You Know How To Help Your Pet In An Emergency
If you were in an emergency with your pet would you know how to help them? Knowing pet first aid is so important if you are a pet parent. We often take our pets with us on journeys. They can run into the same situations we do and the question is if your pet was in need of first aid or even CPR would you know what to do?? If you answered no or I am not sure you should consider taking the pet first aid training being offered by the Medical Reserves Corps.
Wappingers Falls, New York Animal Rescue Takes in 32 Frightened Dogs
A Wappingers Falls, New York animal rescue is welcoming over 25 dogs after lending a helping hand to a New York City rescue. Over the weekend Compassionate Animal Rescue Efforts of Dutchess County announced the addition of 32 dogs and puppies to their rescue. According to their Facebook post, CARE...
The Hudson Valley Gluten Free Tour
At this point, we all have a friend, family or loved one with Celiac Gluten Free Needs. Here's 5 places that pass the findmeglutenfree.com Celiac Test. Indulge in gluten-free delights at Rossi’s Poughkeepsie, where taste meets dietary needs seamlessly. Their GF focaccia bread, adorned with fresh mozzarella, roasted red peppers, basil, and a tantalizing balsamic glaze, promises a flavorful journey. Concerned about cross-contamination? Fear not! The attentive staff goes above and beyond, wrapping meals in foil before grilling and ensuring pristine conditions by changing gloves and cleaning utensils meticulously. With homemade GF bread, Rossi’s earns its spot as a go-to destination for those craving quality and safety. Crew Restaurant and Bar 2290 South Rd, Poughkeepsie, NY 12601.
Cats Rescued from Dover Hoarding House Now Seeking New Homes
It's been almost three weeks since we learned of the horrific conditions in Dover, Dutchess County, where more than 90 cats and kittens were discovered, and rescued. In that short time, several local agencies have come together to provide medical attention, comfort and care to the rescued felines, and believe it or not, some of the cats and kittens are ready for their 'fur-ever' homes.
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