HV Mall owners want an ‘oh wow’ moment
The owners of the Hudson Valley Mall say they’re bucking the trend in a plunging retail sector by making a $1 million-plus “sacrificial investment” in it.
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New Paltz welcomes pipeline protesting perambulators
Heralded by a bright orange safety flag, a tall purple Japanese banner and a light blue “Water Walk for Life” banner, a dozen walkers led by Buddhist nun Jun Yasuda entered New Paltz on day five of their 170-mile, 13-day walk, carrying drums and “Stop Pilgrim Pipelines” signs.
Woodstock continues struggle with heroin, but there is cause for hope
In late 2015 and early 2016, the Woodstock community was shocked into action by a string of drug-related deaths of young people. Since then, progress has been made on enforcement and treatment. But the problem is persistent.
Kingston parking lot fees could be in place Sept. 1
The city plans to install payment kiosks in six municipal lots within the next few weeks. According to Mayor Steve Noble, the kiosks, in which parkers will have to put in 75 cents per hour, are expected to become active as early as September 1.
Saugerties considers allowing light-up message signs on major roadways
Helpful advertising for businesses or eyesore?
Ulster Exec Hein opts not to challenge Faso in ’18
Hein, as a popular county executive, was a favorite among potential Democratic challengers to Congressman John Faso in 2018.
Lloyd GOP nominates candidates for town office
Most of the candidates who will run on the GOP line in Highland this November were no surprises, and three of them were named by acclamation, with no one contesting their nominations. But the race has already produced one upset: Four-term incumbent Kevin Brennie failed to secure his party’s backing to return to his seat on the town board next year.
HealthAlliance and Blue Cross settle dispute that disrupted coverage for tens of thousands
The parent company of the HealthAlliance of the Hudson Valley and a health-insurance provider have reached an agreement in principle to settle a 16-month dispute that has adversely affected tens of thousands of subscribers in the region. Officials from Westchester Medical and Blue Cross said they expected to have an agreement in place by September 1.
Saugerties school board talks graduation rate, pre-K
The board recently met to elect its officers and set goals for the upcoming academic year.
Former Highland coach arrested on child porn charges
The court document said there is probable cause to believe the accused has produced, attempted to produce and conspired to produce child pornography and that he coerced and enticed a minor to engage in sexually explicit conduct. He’s also accused of conspiring with others to receive and access child pornography and participating in a child pornography enterprise.