Land and water conservation leader Kevin Case has been named President and Chief Executive Officer of Mohonk Preserve. He will assume his responsibilities as President and CEO of Mohonk Preserve on April 6, 2020.
“Mrs. Noble is more than likely going to be appointed on what is called a “provisional” basis,” writes a reader. “Having worked in human resources for New York State, I know that Mrs. Noble could very well sit in this provisional status for years before a civil service exam is scheduled.”
SUNY New Paltz announced on Monday that Dr. Gerald Benjamin, associate vice president for regional engagement and director of the Benjamin Center for Public Policy Initiatives at SUNY New Paltz, has announced his intention to enter a phased retirement after a 50-plus year career at the College. His retirement will take effect on June 30, 2020.
Saturday, Feb. 15: Reigning regional kings of reggae and globally inspired, organic groove/pop, the Big Takeover packs all the best of the local clubs as reliably as anyone in Hudson Valley music history.
Sunday, Feb. 16: A $5 admission at the door includes two flavors of hot chocolate. Other activities include blacksmithing and broom shop demonstrations, sledding on Hoot Hill and guided hikes.
Friday, Feb. 14: The man born as Ted Horowitz has a special surprise in store after the show: his own wedding. Popa Chubby and Mary Beth Stolz invite the crowd to stick around as they exchange vows.
Saturday, Feb. 15: Featuring storytellers from the Nubian Café and Circle of Brothers, Black Stories Matter addresses incidents of hate, bigotry and racial injustice in the local community while elevating the underrepresented stories of the black experience in America – the triumphs, humor, beauty and resilience.
Saturday, Feb. 15: Learn to identify owls by sight and sound while exploring the Nyquist-Harcourt Wildlife Sanctuary. Participants will get the chance to and meet some owls up close with Annie Mardiney, a wildlife rehabilitator.
DEC and Village of New Paltz officials have isolated the likely cause of the sheen observed on Village Reservoir #4 to a compromised underground fuel line for the village’s water treatment plant heating system. DEC Spill Response experts are overseeing development and implementation of a cleanup plan to address this spill, according to the state. The village has bypassed this reservoir while investigations of the drinking water supply continue and sampling results are analyzed. The Department of Health is working with local officials to implement a plan to conduct a comprehensive flushing of the water in the village’s distribution system so the do not drink advisory can be safely and effectively lifted.
Governor Cuomo today announced the state deployed over 40,000 gallons of fresh water to support residents and students in New