One New Paltz man picked up by ICE out on bail, another still in custody
An update on two pending immigration cases.
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Lilly Rae in the Hamlet brings natural skin care, local treats to Highland
“You can’t buy happiness, but you can buy local, and that’s kind of the same thing.” So says a hand-lettered sign posted in front the newest retail shop to add its allure to the ongoing revitalization of downtown Highland. Called Lilly Rae in the Hamlet, it’s located in a tiny wooden building that oozes with history, just on the periphery of the walkable town center at 14 Commercial Avenue.
Local residents share their thoughts and concerns about the recent government shutdown
Politics turns personal.
Empire State Trail, aesthetics become focus of CVS review in New Paltz
As developers were unveiling new exteriors for the CVS and Five Guys buildings during last week’s New Paltz Town Planning Board meeting, watchers of the project are pushing for the environmental review process to be reopened.
Former and current SUNY students charged with hiding a body
New York City police have charged a SUNY New Paltz student, her boyfriend and another woman with dumping the body of the boyfriend’s mother after her death last week. Officers believe that Jared Eng, a 22-year-old who attended SUNY New Paltz up until last semester, killed his mother and then enlisted his girlfriend Caitlin O’Rourke — currently a New Paltz student — and another woman to help conceal the body.
Mary Ritayik sworn in as New Paltz University Police chief
Mary E. Ritayik is the first woman ever to hold the post in the UPD’s 50-year history, and one of only three women holding the rank of chief in the entire SUNY system.
Jacobs Music Center in Highland offers instrument sales, service and more
Dennis Jacobs has strong feelings about the value of local businesses within the community. “That’s where the heart of America is.”
P&G’s in New Paltz undergoes largest remodel in a generation
When the doors to P&G’s in New Paltz were opened again on January 19 after being closed for a renovation project, there were people outside who had been waiting half an hour just to get in.
Mohonk Preserve Foothills update
Site preparations have begun for the Testimonial Gateway Trailhead at the Mohonk Preserve Foothills in New Paltz.
New Paltz continues discussion on sidewalk snow-clearing
A new law would require businesses and residents to clear their sidewalks within 12 hours rather than the current 24. The mayor said the village has looked at contracting for sidewalk snow removal service, and the “typical” bid was just under $200k.