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This Is New York’s Forbidden Town; Oniontown, Urban Legend or Real Place?
Stay away from Oniontown, New York. Dutchess County New York is an area of 825 square miles of city and countryside, mostly countryside. One small portion of this area, named Oniontown, is off limits to you. This short half mile stretch of road will greet you with 'do not enter' and no trespassing signs yet some have ignored the warnings and regretted it.
Dog Found With Life-Threatening Injuries on Dutchess County Road
A dog possibly struck by a vehicle has been located in Dutchess County. Earlier on the morning of July 2nd, 2024, the Dutchess County Sheriff's Office (DCSO) was called to respond to an area of Route 22 in the Town North East, New York for a severely injured dog that was possibly struck by a vehicle.
Why Has the City of Beacon Removed a Statue of George Washington?
You may have noticed something missing in the City of Beacon. Those used to traveling through Beacon are well aware of the city's many road hazards. Of course, there's the infamous dummy light that has caused dozens of car crashes over the past few years. The small traffic light was originally designed to help guide travelers through a busy intersection on Main Street but has now become an obstacle of its own.
Ulster County Pool closed for season due to water loss issues at New Paltz facility
NEW PALTZ - The Ulster County Pool at 241 Libertyville Road in New Paltz will be closed for the season due to continuing water loss issues, the county's Department of Public Works announced Friday. In a news release, the DPW said the pool experienced a significant loss of water last...
Harmful Algae Blooms Close Several Putnam County Beaches
Five beaches in Putnam County are currently closed as a result of the blooms, according to county officials. Barger Pond Beach in Putnam Valley, which was closed on Saturday, July 6;. Carraras Beach in Putnam Valley, which was closed on Friday, July 5;. Jackson Beach in Patterson, which was closed...
Haunted History Trail Adds New Orange County, New York Haunting to its List
When you think of a haunted trail, you probably think of Halloween and actors dressed up in scary costumes, popping out of the woods to scare you right?. Well, the Haunted History Trail of New York State isn't anything like that.The publication has created a space for history and paranormal enthusiasts to find a happy medium.
Broken gravestone of Revolutionary War vet replaced
WICCOPEE – Back in 2018, when performing the annual ritual of placing flags on the graves of veterans, Commander Jim Reynolds of American Legion Post 1758. in Hopewell Junction discovered that the headstone of Revolutionary War veteran Henry Charlock, located in a small cemetery in Wiccopee in the Town of East Fishkill, had fallen over or been vandalized and was broken.
Guelaguetza Festival of Poughkeepsie to be held on August 4th at Waryas Park
POUGHKEEPSIE- The Grupo Folklorico de Poughkeepsie and the Poughkeepsie Guelaguetza Organizing Committee (composed of local non-profit organizations and community members) are honored to announce the 17th Annual Poughkeepsie Guelaguetza Festival 2024, on Sunday, August 4, 12 to 7 p.m. at Waryas Park, facing the Hudson River. This is a free event for the whole family, rain or shine.
Am I A Jerk For Setting Off Fireworks in my Neighborhood?
If a neighbor of yours is setting off fireworks would you go out and ask them to stop? It happened to me over the weekend in Poughkeepsie, NY and I'm wondering if I handled the situation the right way or not. For as long as I can remember hearing fireworks...
Wolf Den Of Heroes Inductee For June: Ashley Dayfield
Each month the Wolf along with Mid Hudson Pump and MHA of Dutchess County select one of our area first responders to be inducted into the Wolf Den of Heroes. For over a year now we have asked you to nominate a first responder you know. If you have yet to nominate someone be sure to do it after you read more about our June 2024 Wolf Den of Heroes Inductee.
Bowlus appointed as senior chaplain of West Point
Eastwood High School graduate, Chaplain (Col.) David Bowlus, was recently appointed as the senior chaplain to the U. S. Military Academy, the institution from which he graduated in 1993. Col. Bowlus is the son of the late Dr. Thomas Bowlus and Marilyn Bowlus, of Pemberville. He graduated from Eastwood in...
College student to challenge state assemblyman
MAHOPAC – Zack Couzens hopes to become one of the youngest members of the New York State Legislature next January 1. The 21-year-old resident of Mahopac, an Eagle Scout and senior at Boston College, is challenging Republican 94th District State Assemblyman Matt Slater this fall to represent constituents in five of Putnam’s six towns—Carmel, Kent, Patterson, Putnam Valley and Southeast in addition to the Village of Brewster and the towns of Somers and Yorktown in Westchester.
Residents Throw Support Behind BESS Moratorium
MAHOPAC, N.Y. - With two energy-related public hearings on the agenda, the crowd at Town Hall spilled out into the lobby for the Carmel Town Board’s June 19 meeting as more than 200 Carmel and Somers residents packed the house to deliver one message: Stop the proposed Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) project by Virginia-based East Point Energy. While that sentiment was technically beyond the scope of the hearings—which focused on whether the Town Board would impose a six-month moratorium on BESSes (sometimes known as “battery farms”) and another six-month on so-called solar farms, which also use...
Howard Mills’ latest venture inspired by his Orange County roots
WALLKILL – When Howard Mills first learned of Pavement Management Group (PMG), it took him back to his days as Town of Wallkill supervisor three decades ago. “We implemented a pavement management program in the Town of Wallkill in 1994, unfortunately, the technology did not exist to make it easy for my successors to continue it,” Mills said.
The historic Rushmore Memorial Library building: 100 years old
HIGHLAND MILLS- “Some of the most historic artifacts in Orange County are our treasured homes and community buildings,” said Alex Prizgintas, president of the Woodbury Historical Society in Highland Mills, NY. The Historical Society’s home is no exception, and it turns 100 years old this July. “Its story begins with Charles E. Rushmore for whom Mount Rushmore is named” explained Prizgintas.
Koren wins Congressman Pat Ryan’s Art Competition
WASHINGTON, D.C. – Tabitha Koren, a rising senior at Spackenkill High School, has been named the winner of Congressman Pat Ryan’s Art Competition. Koren, of Poughkeepsie, was recently honored by Ryan at a ceremony in the Capitol. Koren won for her graphite and acrylic painting titled, “Monkey the Man.” As the NY-18 winner, Koren attended the Congressional Art Competition Awards Ceremony held Thursday, June 27th, at the U.S. Capitol Building. Koren’s artwork will be displayed at the Capitol for the next year.
Serino to host Women’s Networking Event on July 17th
POUGHKEEPSIE – Sue Serino first hosted a Women’s Networking Event in 2018 while she was serving in the State Senate. The forum became popular and Serino is now continuing the series as Dutchess County Executive. The free event will be held from 5:30 to 7 p.m. on Wednesday, July 17th at Locust Grove Estate, located at 2863 South Road in Poughkeepsie.
Howland Cultural Center – A Hub Of Cultural Expression In Beacon
The Howland Cultural Center, located in the heart of Beacon inside a hundred-year-old Victorian building, offers a rich tapestry of cultural experiences catering to various interests. From captivating concerts and soul-stirring recitals to thought-provoking plays, captivating poetry readings, and inspiring art shows, the Howland Cultural Center is a hub of vibrant cultural expression.
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