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A raise and ridiculously high bonuses have made being a lifeguard one of the most lucrative summer jobs in the Hudson Valley.At a time when finding lifeguards has become a challenge, the town of Poughkeepsie has developed a plan to fill…

GOSHEN — Kayla Schramm's name might not be on the tip of your tongue when you're talking about Section 9's great running champions, and that's probably a disservice. Schramm qualified for her ninth New York State Championships on Friday —…

MadameNoire Featured Video Westend61 All-inclusive resorts and cruises are a fun way to vacation, but meditation retreats are growing in popularity. An…

520 Fifth Avenue, 1450 Broadway and 1 Times Square (Kohn Pedersen Fox, 1450 Broadway, Bernt Rostad from Oslo Norway edited by Yarl CC BY 2.0 via Wikimedia Commons) Manhattan's 10 largest home loans recorded in April totaled about $1.7…

With the unofficial start of summer this weekend, it's time to start thinking about your summer reading list. I find that in the cold season, I mean reading, but instead I tend to do more binge-watching. Once the warm weather hits, I…

Photo credit: Marc GronichLieutenant Governor Antonio Delgado New number two, new district lines There's a new lieutenant governor in New York. His name is Antonio Delgado, a former rapper known as AD the Voice,…

Anyone who appreciates fine craftsmanship already knows how to make an annual pilgrimage to the Berkshire Arts Festival held at Ski Butternut every 4th of July.and weekend since 1981 (this year's dates are July 1, 2 and 3) where the work…

May 20, 2022, 5:33 p.m.Updated 4 hours agoBy: News 12 StaffMay 20Arrests of stolen vehicles:New Rochelle Police Department - (914) 654-2300Stop removing the police banner:Tarryville Police - (914) 631-5544Police Promotion Ceremony:Yonkers…

What is a signature loan and how does it compare to other types of consumer loans? A signature loan is a type of unsecured personal loan that does not require collateral. This means that you don't have to put up any assets, such as…

Officials were at the scene Monday afternoon after a vehicle reportedly rammed a building. There aren't too many details available, but we do know the crash happened around 6:45 p.m., according to the East Dutchess County Fire and Rescue…

Editor's note: The spring-summer issue of our print magazine "Out & About with The Berkshire Edge" is now available free of charge at over 140 high-traffic locations in the Berkshires and beyond. Our magazine focuses entirely on…

School districts across the region on Tuesday, May 17, will hold budget votes and elections to fill school board seats. In Ulster and North Dutchess counties, ballots will include the following: • In Kingston, there is a proposed budget of…

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If you are a local farm or a food producer in central New York, here is an opportunity not to be missed. But hurry... the deadline is approaching.Organic garden at summer harvestZbynek PospisilCornell Cooperative Extension Oneida County…

Celebrities can be found throughout the state. Many call New York home while others go the extra mile by keeping businesses going and occasionally creating new opportunities in our communities.Just down the street in Rhinebeck, NY are 3…

One of the most popular ways to spend a weekend afternoon in the spring and summer is to head to Millbrook Vineyards and Winery, 26 Wing Road in Millbrook. If you've never been to Millbrook Winery, you're missing out on some of the best…

ALBANY – Rep. Antonio Delgado, a native of the Hamilton Hill neighborhood of Schenectady and a notable former player for the Notre Dame-Bishop Gibbons basketball team, was named state lieutenant governor next…

A photographic illustration including a rendering of Third at Bankside in Mott Haven (top left), the Cunningham apartment complex in Queens Village (bottom left), and 47-05 Center Boulevard in Long Island City (right) (Google Maps,…

POUGHKEEPSIE, NY — Active cases of COVID-19 have increased in Dutchess County, surpassing 400, the county government dashboard reported Saturday. The total number of cases in the county since the start of the pandemic in March 2020 exceeded…

The property just south of the Mount Beacon parking lot dates to the late 1700s.It housed a Revolutionary War lieutenant, a Civil War general, and a famous abolitionist preacher. Parts of the area have served as a Manhattan immigrant…

Spring has arrived, the weather is warming up (although it takes its time) and soon we will be enjoying outdoor concerts and live music. And the Hudson Valley has no shortage of musical talent or cool places to enjoy live music. Add food…

I love the Hudson Valley but it can get weird fast. It seems to get even weirder during commute hours.Why is it? Maybe it's because we're stuck in our cars, hopefully without distraction, so we notice more of it. The other day I saw the…

This intersection looks innocent but this place is a war zone at all hours of the day.Do you take this route every day?It's safe to say that many New Yorkers have had their fair share of road rage incidents while commuting or traveling in…

Has anyone else seen these Hudson Valley memes that say something like:Citizens HV: We could really use a Trader Joe's in the area.Adams Fairacre Farms: Am I nothing to you?Don't get me wrong, I enjoyed the Trader Joe's I went to when I…

Hudson Valley phone numbers are about to get a whole lot more complicated.In 2000, the Hudson Valley was in turmoil after the announcement of the change of area code 914 to 845. Now another major area code change is coming to the Hudson…

Whether you're a Hudson Valley local or an out-of-towner who loves to visit, the search is always on to find a favorite restaurant to keep that quiet weekend brunch routine going. If elegant European bistro…

During the summers of 2020 and 2021, barriers severed parts of the road in downtown Rhinebeck, tables lined the sidewalks, and residents and tourists could grab a bite to eat in the fresh air.But this summer, sidewalk seating is not a given…

Upstate New York is loosely defined as anything north of New York and Long Island. Sometimes certain additional counties are…

KINGSTON, NY – A controversial proposal to spend more than $11 million in federal stimulus funds on the expansion of a minor league ballpark in southern Dutchess County has been shelved due to higher costs than planned associated with the…

A Utica man is under arrest after police say he robbed someone over the weekend.Utica Police Department officers were called to the 1400 block of Genesee Street at approximately 9:00 p.m. Saturday, April 9, 2022.1400 Block of Genesee Street…

A new 85-room inn and spa is coming to a 19th-century estate in Beacon that was once a premier sanatorium at the forefront of mental health care and has seen a star-studded guest list over the years.The proposed new Mirbeau Inn & Spa…

It's not often that grandmothers and grandsons share an obsession, but Lorraine Pagliocca and her family, aged 7 and 9, are mutually in love with pickleball.She got them hooked when they were stuck in remote learning during the pandemic.…

Do you remember hearing about Bellefield in Historic Hyde Park? It's what they call the Neighborhood of the Future, and they've been working on it for what seems like forever. I remember writing an article almost a year ago, and to be…

KINGSTON, NY - Children and adults came together Saturday to participate in "'The House on Mango Street' Comes to Your Street" in Midtown. Carol Fox Prescott, left, and Maia Martinez perform as narrator and dancer, respectively, outside the…

Looking for a new job? Are you interested in the world of cannabis? If you do, New York State is about to explode in cannabis opportunity.If you're looking for a job, there are plenty of ways to start your career path in this growing…

This year, Easter Sunday is April 17, which means it's time to find your favorite pastel-colored shirt, collect your baskets for the kids, and start decorating those eggs! They will not paint!If you want to make the Easter celebration a…

A New York-based developer known for his company's luxury hotel projects in the Hudson Valley is offering an upscale residential housing development on a historic Rhinebeck estate. CB Developers, run by part-time Hudson Valley resident…

Have you ever heard of Laura Dern? I mean, who hasn't? She is one of the biggest movie and TV stars of all time. For me, the fact that Laura Dern was in Jurassic Park is enough to make me star. It's one of my favorite movies of all…

This slideshow requires JavaScript. MAPLEWOOD/SOUTH ORANGE, NJ — For Tuscan elementary school media specialist Amy Popp, receiving an Achieve Foundation scholarship in March has special meaning. She is one of five educators to receive…

I grew up in New Windsor, NY, which is not too far from Garrison. Maybe 45 minutes. But the one thing I really knew about Garrison when I was growing up was a special restaurant called The Bird & Bottle Inn. It was where my parents…

LOS ANGELES – April 4, 2022 – (Newswire.com) iQuanti: Signature Loans are quick and easy loans that can get you funds the same day you apply. From cash advances to installment loans, there are plenty of signature loans that come with…

Roger C. Newkirk, Jr.Rhinebeck – Roger C. Newkirk Jr., 35, went to join the Lord on December 2, 2021. He is survived by his wife, Megan Melady Newkirk; his father, Roger C. Newkirk Sr., and his wife Faye; her paternal grandparents,…

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Winter has already overstayed its welcome, but soon temperatures will be in the 60s and 70s, and we'll be looking forward to getting outside to catch some of the cool festivals happening throughout the Hudson Valley. There is certainly no…

Anthony P. MussoLibraries are more than just places to find a best-selling book or a blockbuster movie.They are workspaces and gathering places. Modern Hudson Valley libraries are also technology hubs.And many offer a unique perspective on…

The Hudson Valley counties received between $9 million and $75 million in American Rescue Plan (ARP) funding from the federal government. But how counties distribute their federal windfall and their methodology for involving the public in…

KINGSTON, NY – Active cases of COVID-19 in Ulster County rose again in a single day this week in Ulster County, according to the government's online coronavirus dashboard on Saturday. The county said Saturday it had 195 cases as of Friday,…

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A big open house is planned to celebrate the fifth anniversary of the Poughkeepsie underwear factory.In March 2017, the historic Poughkeepsie underwear factory was reopened as a community center. Hudson River Housing is using the space as…

Let's face it. Beacon has become one of the hottest spots in Dutchess County. In fact, it's one of the hottest spots in the entire Hudson Valley for tourists and locals alike. I've spent a lot of time exploring Beacon over the past two…

One of the best and busiest farmers markets in Dutchess County and the entire Hudson Valley, for that matter, is the Rhinebeck Farmers Market. Rhinebeck Farmer's Market is more than just a farmer's market. Of course, you can get the best…

How are you going to celebrate the first full weekend of spring? If you're thinking of treating yourself to something delicious, plan to be in Poughkeepsie next Sunday, March 27 between 11 a.m. and 7 p.m. What's happening on Sunday?…

A massive four-story learning center with a mock courtroom, stock trading room and other state-of-the-art features will replace an iconic Marist building.When I first attended Marist College in freshman year, the Dyson Center had just…

It's been a long time coming, but the day we've all been waiting for has finally arrived. Rossi's Deli has opened in its new location in downtown Eastdale Village on Route 44 in Poughkeepsie. We've known this for a long time, but this…

LaTonya Yvette was stuck at home in Brooklyn with her two children for months when the pandemic hit in 2020, leaving her an exhausted single mother. “Everyone was leaving town. Everyone had somewhere else to go except us. There were so…

It's time to plan a leisurely lunch or a three-course dinner. The spring edition of Hudson Valley Restaurant returns March 21-April 3 with specially priced feasts typically ranging from $26.95 to $39.95.The two-week foodie event provides a…

The Hudson Valley will soon have its first Corey's Pickles store. It is a kind of large dill.As far as specialty shops go, the Hudson Valley has an interesting selection of stores that seem to have a very specific demographic. I mean,…

On March 13, 2020, Dutchess, Ulster and Orange counties decided to close schools for - at the time - at least two weeks, due to the spread of the novel coronavirus.On March 13, 2022, there were only 100 active cases of COVID-19 among…

Imagine sitting in one of your favorite bars while having a few, when you're suddenly joined right next to you by over two tons of pandemonium? And we're not talking about a very big drunken unruly city. In this case, a high-speed van…

If you hang out in Manhattan, chances are you'll eventually spot a celebrity or two. While there I met Roseanne Barr, Pauly Shore, BJ Novak a,k,a, Ryan from The Office, Wolf Blitzer and a few others. You never know.If you're hoping to see…

(Extell, Ritz Carlton, Gryffindor, CC BY-SA 3.0, via Wikimedia Commons) After years of legal wrangling, Gary Barnett's Extell Development is moving forward with its planned condo tower near Lincoln Center. And it has a new lender to…

KINGSTON, NY - Two political leaders - one Democrat and another Republican - representing Ulster County parties oppose the potential elimination of chocolate milk from New York City schools. U.S. Representative Antonia Delgado, D-Rhinebeck,…

Alice W. MuzynskiRhinebeck - Alice Winchester Muzynski, 93, a former longtime resident of Millerton, passed away peacefully on March 2, 2022 at The Meadows in Rhinebeck, NY. Alice was born March 31, 1928 in Sharon, CT to the late Milo and…

I don't know if it's a baby boomer thing, but when I was little I remember hearing stories of little kids wanting to run away and join the circus. I wasn't one of those kids, but it was such a common saying that they even made sitcom…

Today, despite its rural mindset, Barnfox is opening the first of several planned locations in New York City, as a reminder that workers are called back to the city at least a few days a week. Members have access to all locations, meaning…

Today, despite its rural mindset, Barnfox is opening the first of several planned locations in New York City, as a reminder that workers are called back to the city at least a few days a week. Members have access to all locations, meaning…

People flocked to Ulster County for getaways in 2021, and new Airbnb hosts there have surpassed other Hudson Valley counties in short-term rental income, according to a new Airbnb report. .The county led the region in revenue from new…

Two suspects were hospitalized with an innocent bystander after a police chase last week.New York State Police from the Capital Barracks based at the Empire State Plaza attempted to stop a car for a traffic violation on Tuesday, March 1,…

Albany, the capital of New York! See amazing architecture such as the Egg and Empire State Plaza. It is home to historic Washington Park and the birthplace of actor William Devane and journalist Andy Rooney! Albany has a lot to offer but…

PINE PLAINS, NY — It's a fantasy shared by many New Yorkers: moving upstate, restoring an old house, escaping the noise of the city. But Clare de Boer, who will open her first solo restaurant, Stissing House, on Thursday, knows this is no…

Spring is only a few weeks away. Longer days, good weather and the chance to get outside to shake off that nasty cabin fever. One of the events I'm looking forward to the most is Mayfest at the Walkway Over the Hudson. It's a great…

chelsea clinton net worth In American politics, the name "Shelia Linton" has become synonymous with the word "prevail." The strength of his family ties earned him wide recognition. Shelea is the daughter of all…

I was speaking with a colleague recently, and they told me where they lived, there was not a large Catholic population. So once while they were in town, they saw someone on the bus with a black spot on their forehead. They thought,…

I was looking at my Facebook newsfeed the other day when I saw a very nice message to local snowplow drivers. This restaurant offers free hot coffee and hot chocolate to drivers when the going gets tough. It's awesome! What and where is…

Will movie theaters survive? This has been a question on many people's minds since before the pandemic started. Ever since streaming movies became so accessible, people started curling up on their couches rather than going out to the…

The Covid pandemic changed the Hudson Valley for two years, and those effects are still being felt. Businesses closed or reduced. Families have been impacted in so many ways that it would have been unimaginable for most of us before the…

KINGSTON, NY – Ulster County Superintendent Pat Ryan and Dutchess County Superintendent Marc Molinaro announced Sunday that they will both be lifting mask mandates in area schools starting Wednesday, March 2. Their announcements came…

Interior Design Ana Claudia Schultz, ASID, Ana Claudia Design Studio, Inc. | Photo by Rikki SynderDoes your house seem a little jaded? Read on for insights and top trends from some of the Valley's talented interior design!-->…

POUGHKEEPSIE, NY – Dutchess County reported another COVID-19-related death on Saturday, February 26, bringing its pandemic total to 648, according to the county online COVID-19 dashboard. Active cases in Dutchess County rose by one to 161…

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Brentford's next three games could define their season. They will face Newcastle, Norwich and Burnley - teams that are below them in the table. If Thomas Frank's men collect a significant number of points,…

RENO, Nevada – Tickets are available now for the Spring Celebration Dinner with Chef Charlie Palmer hosted in the Crystal Ballroom at the Grand Sierra Resort and Casino (GSR) on March 12 beginning at 6:30 p.m. Chef Charlie Palmer and the…

Photo by Kelsey Ann Rose Spend the night with your darling in one of the region's breathtaking bed and breakfasts, hotels and inns with dreamy interiors and magnificent views. Photos courtesy of Castle Hotel & Spa - 1 -!-->…

WALLKILL, NY – It will be back-to-back teams that will face off for the Mid-Hudson Athletic League Men's Basketball Championship on Thursday, Feb. 24, as Wallkill and Rhinebeck High Schools advance to the title game. Wallkill will host the…

How unhealthy are children in the Hudson Valley? A look at obesity rates in each school shows that some districts are raising dangerously overweight children.The New York Department of Health keeps track of statistics taken each year from…

I've said it many times, and I'm sure I'll say it again, but the Walkway Over the Hudson is one of the best things to happen to the Hudson Valley. Some very smart and community-minded people had a vision to turn a dangerous horror into a…

“The Hudson Valley could be considered the Napa Valley of the East Coast,” says Buffy Arbogast, owner of Babette's Kitchen in Milbrook.Arbogast hadn't realized she would be staying in the area when she was in cooking school. But by the…

The average student loan debt exceeds $30,000 and there could be some kind of relief on the horizon for those struggling to repay their federal loans.In a new report, President Joe Biden is working to reduce or eliminate federal student…

Have you ever bumped into a celebrity? I don't mean a planned thing like a meet and greet, I'm talking about your daily routine and "oh wow! There's so and so!" When that happens, it's kind of surreal, like being a kid and seeing your…

MONTGOMERY — Warwick's Jesse Abramson had already earned several state championship berths, but that didn't affect his motivation for Saturday's Section 9 swimming championships.Just win, baby.Abramson fired off the starting blocks in the…

Bruce A. MeldromPoughkeepsie – Bruce A. Meldrom, 74, of Poughkeepsie, NY, died suddenly Feb. 16 at home.He was born August 16, 1947 in Poughkeepsie to Philip V. and Lila Shaffer Meldrom. He attended Red Hook Schools and graduated from Red…

When was the last time you walked past Schenectady's Armory on Fuller Street? Normally it just sits there, all brownish and majestic. This week the Armory is more like a fun house that you may or may not want to enter.What's the giant…

It was sad news when we learned that the popular Tomato Cafe on Collegeview Avenue, across from Vassar College in Poughkeepsie, would be closing. But, as the saying goes, when one door closes, another opens. And I'm happy to tell you…

I've lived in the Hudson Valley pretty much my whole life. We moved to Newburgh when I was about 3 years old. And I'm much, much older than that now. I mean, I grew up in the 1970s. It's a long time to be in the area. So, how come I…

New York's Hudson Valley and Catskills regions offer an abundance of historic sites, outdoor adventures, and unique shopping experiences, all within easy reach of the city. If you're looking to spend the weekend in this beautiful…

Here we are, in the middle of February. Do you miss the heat, the sun, the flowers and the summer fruits? Yeah me too. But if you miss the local farmers' markets, here's some good news to pass on. There is a very popular Farmer's Market…

The rare inventory, a familiar story, made hunting difficult. Mr Betts was lucky for his house, which had been on the market for a decade, he said, because of its unusual layout. The previous owners had fitted out six bedrooms to house…

CANAJOHARIE — Officials and residents of western Montgomery County are reflecting on the outcome of the redesigned congressional districts as they get to know their possible future federal leader, Representative Elise Stefanik,…

It's no secret that the short-term rental market has exploded in the Hudson Valley since the pandemic. Now, a vacation rental and property management company has quantified this increase in vacation rental spending in the area.As the…

February 14, 2022, 3:59 p.m.Updated on February 14, 2022By: News 12 StaffWant to see a theater show this winter but don't want to go to New York? Look no further. Here is a guide to some shows played in the Hudson Valley. Please check…

Need a last minute gift for Valentine's Day? Whatever your partner likes, chances are you can find something in the Mid-Hudson Valley. Check out these four options that you can find in Dutchess, Ulster and Orange counties. For the…

I came across a public restroom with one of the smartest inventions I've ever seen.Using a public bathroom isn't ideal, especially if you're a germaphobe like me. However, sometimes you cannot avoid it. Unfortunately, many restaurants in…

KINGSTON, NY – Ulster County Executive Pat Ryan said Thursday that all visitors to county buildings no longer have to wear masks. But on the city of Kingston's Facebook Pagea posting stated that unvaccinated people visiting municipal…

Happy National Bagel and Smoked Salmon Day! Today, February 9 celebrates the popular Jewish-American Bagel Combination. Now, I'm not Jewish, but that doesn't mean I can't enjoy a good schmear. I practically lived on bagels and cream…

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Did you plan to see a comedian Sebastien Maniscalco in Albany on New Years Eve 2021? Me too! Sadly these plans were stalled due to Covid issues and I ended up snoring at midnight instead.As you'll hear in the interview below, I caught up…

Watch for desktop computer drops? A curious Twitter user recently posted a status that has the internet a little confused. Were iMacs raining down on a New York neighborhood on Friday? Did that flying Apple device that was sitting on…

Police are looking for a suspect who they believe walked into a local bank with a note demanding money. SCS says the robbery took place late Saturday morning at a Trustco bank. Police said they received a silent alarm shortly after the…