February 2022

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…

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If you fancy taking mini tours and exploring new destinations, you're in luck. The Hudson Valley is full of exciting adventures and getaways. Here is a sample of the possibilities in the Valley and beyond! Celebrate life's meaningful…

I guess you have to ride in style? Police say a series of highly random crimes took place on Tuesday morning involving parking lot bumper cars, stolen vehicles and a missing pair of drawers. There is no word exactly why this individual…

Growing up, I was never one to go to garage sales, flea markets, antique stores, or anything like that. I knew several people who hated the thought of buying something used, thinking it would be faulty, dirty, or cheap. On the other hand,…

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Beware of scams. Prosecutors say two nurses in New York ran a fake COVID-19 vaccine car scam and pocketed more than $1.5 million since November 2021. The Suffolk County prosecutor said the pair had charged adults more than $200 for the…

RHINEBECK — It's not every day that three talented young directors emerge onto the Hudson Valley theater…

While many locals spent their Saturday afternoon clearing snow from their properties, other people had other things to do. The New York Post says a hip-hop music video shoot turned into this; a literal shootout. Not much is known at this…