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Hudson Valley Closures on Indigenous Peoples Day and Columbus Day
Monday, October 14 is Columbus Day and Indigenous Peoples Day. As a result, some Hudson Valley services will be closed while others may remain open. It's one of those holidays that catches many people off guard. While Columbus Day is a national holiday, it's not one that's talked about much anymore. There's been a push to move away from celebrating the acts of Christopher Columbus and refocus the holiday on Italian heritage. The day has also become a way to honor Indigineous Peoples. Regardless of how you celebrate, Monday is still a federal holiday and that means that many services will be interrupted and institutions will be closed down.
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...
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?
Old Rhinebeck Aerodrome Makes Huge Announcement Regarding Air Shows
Announcement made following tragic accident that claimed the life of pilot and board member. We reported this past weekend on the tragic accident that took the life of a pilot during an air show at Old Rhinebeck Aerodrome. 60-year-old Brian Coughlin, of Cazenovia, NY, a longtime Aerodrome volunteer and board member was killed in an accident with a replica of a WWI Fokker D-VIII aircraft.
Golden Globe Winning Actress Appearing At Big Hudson Valley Festival
Amanda Seyfried will be part of a 25th anniversary screening of The Blair Witch Project. Amanda Seyfried is an American actress, singer, and model, born on December 3, 1985, in Allentown, Pennsylvania. She began her career in the late 1990s with modeling and television roles, notably in the soap opera "As the World Turns." Seyfried gained fame for her roles in films like "Mean Girls" (2004) and "Mamma Mia!" (2008). Her performances in "Dear John" (2010), "Les Misérables" (2012), and "First Reformed" (2017) showcased her versatility as an actress.
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...
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.
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...
Mystery Package Shocks Dutchess County Elections Office—Investigation Launched!
POUGHKEEPSIE- Federal, state, and local law enforcement are investigating a troubling incident involving a padded envelope containing methamphetamine that was sent to the Dutchess County Board of Elections. The package was shipped via UPS from Greece and had traveled through several countries, including France, before reaching its destination. Law Enforcement...
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.
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.
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,...
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