Old New Paltz Stone House Day returns to Historic Huguenot Street
Historic Huguenot Street became an immersive experience in history as dozens of reenactors and costumed interpreters offered demonstrations and performances throughout the day.
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Block party-themed Gardiner Day boogies downtown
Put on by a dedicated committee who raise most of their funding at a variety of events throughout the year, Gardiner Day is conceived as a way of giving back to the community. With the exception of food and crafts that are for sale, every activity is free — even the pony rides, face-painting and henna tattoos.
New Ulster County law would make plastic straws request-only
A new law would mandate that customers in Ulster restaurants only be provided with a single-use plastic straw if they specifically asked for one. The proposed legislation will be the subject of a public hearing on Thursday, Sept. 20.
Exploring Sam’s Point
Atop the historic hamlet of Cragsmoor, home of the oldest artist colony founded in America, sits Sam’s Point: a 5,000-acre preserve that boasts not only ice caves and wild berries and a rare dwarf pine ecosystem, but also the highest point of the entire Shawangunk Ridge.
River-to-Ridge Trail in New Paltz now open to bikes, walkers
Last Saturday morning, the Open Space Institute hosted an official opening ceremony for the six-mile trail, which connects the Carmine Liberta Bridge to Butterville Road.
A Day’s Work: Kathy Ambrosini, director of education for Mohonk Preserve
As the director of education for Mohonk Preserve, she oversees a wide-ranging program of nature-based activities and instruction.
New Paltz Racial Equity Coalition: There is much work to be done
The coalition, formed to address racism in the school district, has been critical of the lack of transparency in the hiring process.
The new wing of the New Paltz Middle School is open for business
While the new wing is barely visible from Main Street and completely hidden from South Manheim Boulevard, it’s not at all small.
Both Faso, Delgado like what Siena poll said
The NY-19 congressional poll gave Faso a 45-40 advantage, but Delgado supporters see reasons for optimism.
A Night in Little Italy returns to downtown Highland
The Highland hamlet will be transformed into an Italian street festival on Saturday, September 8 from 2 to 8 p.m., as the Highland Business Association hosts its second annual Night in Little Italy.