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New Ulster County Restaurant Opens in the Most Unexpected Place
Ulster County residents are celebrating after a new restaurant has opened its doors... but it's nearly impossible to find unless you know where to look. The restaurant is special for several reasons. Not only did it move into a building with some of the deepest local roots in the county, but many residents are also thankful for a change of pace from some of the more traditional options in the area.
One Empty Restaurant in New Paltz Will Have a New Business in 2025
It is hard to keep up these days with the amount of businesses that are closing. Of course, I would be remiss if I also didn't say that there are quite a few businesses that are opening. Over the past few weeks one town, in particular, has had a number...
4.5-Star Poughkeepsie Route 9 Hotel to be Sold at Auction
A popular hotel located in a prime area of Route 9 in Poughkeepsie is headed to the auction block. This will be the second auction date planned for the modern Poughkeepsie hotel after undergoing a complete renovation eight years ago. The 141-room building sits on 3.8 acres on a busy stretch of Route 9. According to the listing, the property is being auctioned off by the lender.
TGI Fridays shuts down two more locations in the mid-Hudson Valley
TGI Fridays has shut down two more locations in the mid-Hudson Valley, after closing the Woodbury location earlier this year. The Poughkeepsie location, at 2594 South Road on Route 9, along with the Middletown location, at 23 Crystal Run Crossing, are now closed, leaving the only local one left in Newburgh. A sign posted...
Supporting Artists’ Health: O+ Festival Set For Kingston, New York
The B-52's Kate Pierson, Neko Case and more to perform at 14th annual festival promoting health and wellness. The O+ Festival will return to Kingston, NY for the 14th annual event featuring three days of art, music and wellness. What is the O+ Festival?. The O+ Festival started in Kingston,...
Two Iconic Poughkeepsie Businesses Team Up for Brand New Surprise!
This weekend, beer enthusiasts and food lovers can rejoice with the launch of “Rossi” Beer, a collaborative brew from Plan Bee Farm Brewery and the beloved Rossi & Son’s Deli in Poughkeepsie. Established in 1979 by the Rossi family, the deli has become a cornerstone of the community, renowned for its authentic Italian cuisine and dedication to quality.
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.
Upstate New York City “Underrated, Full Of Award-Winning Eateries”
A major hometown in the Hudson Valley is being called one of the most "underrated" cities in America. New York's first capital is receiving some high praise. A few years ago, Hudson Valley Post highlighted another article that highlighted Kingston's "big" restaurant scene. The article highlights Frank Guido’s Little Italy,...
Spotlight: The Best Options for Handmade Pasta in Ulster County
While there are plenty of Italian restaurants across the Hudson Valley, there are a select few that go the extra mile when it comes to making their dishes. The newest season of Netflix's popular documentary series Chef's Table focusses on the one food that brings the whole world together: pasta. Watching just one minute of the show makes you want to immediately find a bowl of your own... but who's doing it the best in Ulster County?
New Upgraded Service Area on Thruway Now Open
The New York State Thruway has announced they have reopened the newly upgraded service area along the thruway in Ulster County, NY offering guests new food options and much more. If you spend any time driving on the northbound side of the New York State Thruway between exit 20 Saugerties...
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.
Exploring Poughkeepsie’s Charming Little Free Libraries And Book Exchange
If you see what looks like a quirky birdhouse while cruising around Poughkeepsie, you might want to pull over and inspect it. Don't worry, it's not a secret entrance to Narnia—it's Little Free Library!. These mini-libraries have been popping up all over the city for years. They offer a...
Check Out The Video Of This Coyote Casually Strolling Through Hopewell Junction
Check out this cool coyote casually strolling through Hopewell Junction! A local resident captured the wild visitor on video and shared it on R/Hudsonvalley, sparking plenty of reactions from the community. One user kicked off the comments with, “If not friend, why friend shaped?” It’s clear that seeing a coyote...
Cider, Supper, and Stand-Up: Highland Rotary’s Night of Laughter for a Cause!
Get ready to laugh for a great cause! The Highland Rotary Club is hosting their annual comedy fundraiser on Friday, November 1, and this year’s event promises to be bigger and better than ever at the Bad Seed Cider Taproom in Highland, NY. Start your evening off at 5...
‘Office’ Star Visits Popular Beacon Eatery, Filming New Show Nearby
It looks like a popular diner in Dutchess County has become the latest hot spot for celebrity sightings. Yankee Clipper Diner Becomes The New Celebrity Hot Spot in Beacon. We're getting used to celebrity sightings here in the Hudson Valley. The region has been a hotspot for production companies to film television shows and movies, especially with the addition of Umbra Studios in New Windsors.
Fishkill, Beacon Bagel Shops Go ‘Red & White’ For Great Cause
There are two bagel shops in Dutchess County, NY that you have to visit this month for not only great bagels but to also help support an amazing cause. Admit it New Yorkers are some of the most unique people in the world! We have a "way" about us that separates us from other folks across the country...LOL! Some might say we have an "edge" to us that makes us different. That may be the case but there is one thing that definitely separates us from everyone else is that we LOVE our bagels and can all agree that the best bagels in the world come from New York. Just ask any NY bagel fan! If anyone disagrees we will fight them...LOL!
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