Saugerties man charged with assaulting police officer
A 26-year-old Saugerties man is in jail after police say he assaulted a police officer responding to a dispute.
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Expanded parking, new access points slated for Mohonk & Minnewaska
Minnewaska State Park and the Mohonk Preserve have both been moving at a steady clip to keep up with new parking areas, trailheads and various construction/renovation projects that are underway to meet the needs of an ever-increasing outdoor recreation population.
Police make arrest in hit & run that killed Hudson Valley motorcyclist
On Monday, a motorcyclist was killed in the town of Highlands in a crash with another vehicle, whose driver subsequently fled the scene. Today, police arrested the man they believe to be the driver.
Plans for solar farm at old New Paltz landfill move forward
An ad-hoc New Paltz committee studying the possibility of putting a solar farm over the old town landfill has been
Hurley candidates spar over personnel, procedures
With slates set for the upcoming November election in Hurley months ago, recent town meetings around the town have outlined the main issues in ways much more distinct than any recent elections, even if the candidates facing off haven’t changed all that much.
“We’re stuck”- Easement problem at 51 Main St., New Paltz, again stymies its development
The nearly complete building at 51 Main Street in New Paltz, referred to by some as “the big rectangle,” has met another stumbling block in the owner’s quest to get it open for business. There is not adequate access to the building via motor vehicle, making it impossible for the village planning board to approve the amended site plan.
Notes from the Saugerties Village Board
Topics include: Discussion continues over whether to process outside solid waste at sewer plant; contract signed to replace bluestone sidewalks along Main St.; no plumbers’ reciprocity.
City says it’ll probably get sued over Kingstonian
Saying they anticipate a lawsuit over the Kingstonian, city officials say they will no longer discuss the controversial proposed project with an activist group critical of the plan unless attorneys are present.
New Paltz summit brings together climate-solutions experts and leaders
The weather was certainly shining on the Hudson Valley as more than 300 people gathered in New Paltz to take part in the third annual Climate Solutions Summit this past Saturday, just two days before world leaders were slated to gather at the United Nations for a global climate summit.
Security increased at Garlic Festival following shooting at California event
There will be a heavier police presence at the Hudson Valley Garlic Festival in Saugerties, including drones.