DA hopeful Kavanagh: Bail reform creates threats to communities
A candidate for Ulster County district attorney argues that changes to the law would release more dangerous individuals into the community and make the opioid problem worse.
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Faces of Kingston: Steve Rodriguez
I grabbed a slice of pizza Uptown and went for a stroll with Kingston’s own Steve Rodriguez for this week’s Faces of Kingston. Rodriguez is an affable, funny and insightful dude who can often be seen on the social scene or working hard to help people have an enjoyable time. Let’s get to know him a little better.
Kingston After Dark: Peacebomb’s re-explosion plan
Peacebomb The Duo are opening for Altin Gün at The Anchor (744-746 Broadway) this Friday, July 26. 9:30 sharp is kickoff time. The show is presented by BSP. They are a reminder of the great scene we have always had here which has reflected the colorful musical variety of local interests. These are renaissance men who have schooled themselves in a wide array of musical culture, as we all should. When I grew up it was cool to learn about funk and try to play it, to care about jazz, to not be dismissive of learning things from other cultures. It actually makes you cooler.
Kingston’s on fire again
Kingston’s burning, but this time don’t blame the British, embroiled as they are with Brexit issues. With median property prices increasing more than 20 percent in the first half of this year over last year’s first half, the market for Kingston real estate is hot.
Letter: Whoa there on legal marijuana, says UC Substance Abuse Council
Decriminalization is one thing, but full legalization of recreational marijuana could have unknown consequences that would negatively affect the health and well-being of New Yorkers.
Jim Maloney recalled as dedicated public servant
Ulster County Legislator James Maloney passed away at age 61 on July 11 after a short battle with pancreatic cancer. Maloney, who was also the assessor in the Town of Ulster, was remembered by colleagues as dedicated and devoted to his work. He is survived by his wife, Brenda, and sister, Kathy Jerent.
Delgado visits the border
U.S. Rep. Antonio Delgado (D-Rhinebeck) traveled to McAllen, Texas Friday along with members of Congress on a bipartisan Congressional delegation trip to facilities at the southern border.
Ed Ford retiring as Kingston city historian
After 35 years as the curator, guardian and cheerleader of this city’s collective past, Edwin Ford, who turned 101 on April 15, is retiring.
Beat the heat at these local cooling centers
With a heat wave forecast for this weekend, local officials have announced the following cooling centers will be open.
Work on new Kingston roundabout pushed back
A plan to replace a major intersection in Uptown Kingston with a roundabout has been postponed after state officials rejected all the bids submitted for it. Work on the two-year project has been pushed back a full year, with completion now anticipated for the fall of 2021.