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Cast Your Vote: Catskill School Budget and Board Election on May 21
Catskill Central School District’s annual school budget vote and Board of Education election is Tuesday, May 21, 2024 from 1:00 – 9:00 p.m. in the Catskill High School gymnasium. Information about the proposed 2024-25 school budget can be found on our Budget Information page… Information about the Board candidates can be found on our 2024 Board Election page…Visit here for more details.
🚧 Construction Update: All Lanes Open on Rip Van Winkle Bridge
The time displayed is local to the original 511 traffic site in NewYork. Following a recent construction event, all lanes have reopened on the Rip Van Winkle Bridge. The work was conducted on the westbound side, connecting Columbia County to Greene County. The bridge, which facilitates travel between Hudson and Catskill, is now fully accessible to traffic in both directions. This update should alleviate any congestion and restore normal traffic flow. Commuters are advised to resume their regular routes over the bridge.
Urgent Preservation Efforts Underway to Save Local Beacon: The Hudson-Athens Lighthouse
The Hudson-Athens Lighthouse, located on the Hudson River, has served maritime traffic for 150 years. Positioned between Hudson city and Athens village in New York, this 46-foot tall lighthouse is important for navigation and local history. It features a mansard roof and limestone trimmings, typical of the Second Empire architectural style.
When do mid-Hudson Valley lakes open for 2024 season? See the list
To ward off the high temperatures anticipated for summer 2024, cooling off by the water in the mid-Hudson Valley will be a go-to for residents, but when are the lakes opening this year?. With many options in the region, it won't be a long drive to beat the heat, and...
Mark Your Calendars: Woodstock Budget Referendum Vote Set for May 21 at Town Hall
May 21, 2024 is the date set for the referendum vote. Voting will be held at the Woodstock Town Hall from noon to 8 pm. Absentee ballots are available at the Office of the Town Clerk. More information can be found by clicking here. Scroll to the bottom for the links to the proposed BOS and BOE budgets. See the link below for a sample ballot.Visit here for more details.
Step Inside The First Ever Cheez-it Diner In New York State
If you’re thinking about hitting the trails in the Catskills region, you may want to make your way there this week to explore a unique, one-of-a-kind diner. Cheez-Its have been around for over 100 years, and maybe that’s a big reason why so many kids remember growing up with the delicious snack. Now, you can enjoy Cheez-Its at a specially designed diner – for a limited time!
Landslide Destroys House in the Hudson Valley
Officials say a landslide destroyed a home in the upper Hudson Valley Tuesday evening. Landslides happen when masses of rock, earth, or debris move down a slope, according to the CDC. While some may associate landslides more with places like California, they do happen in New York state as well. New York's unique combination of mountains, valleys, slopes, and moving water make areas in the state susceptible to slides.
Landslide Destroys House in the Hudson Valley
Officials say a landslide destroyed a home in the upper Hudson Valley Tuesday evening. Landslides happen when masses of rock, earth, or debris move down a slope, according to the CDC. While some may associate landslides more with places like California, they do happen in New York state as well. New York's unique combination of mountains, valleys, slopes, and moving water make areas in the state susceptible to slides.
‘Phenomenal’ New Business Taking Over Sweet Sue’s In Phoenicia, NY
Ulster County, NY continues to be a desirable area for visitors to explore and new residents to reside in. With a rich history that surrounds different towns and villages, new businesses opening and local natural beauty all around, it can be a breath of fresh air. A historic Ulster County,...
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