Gardiner gets road map to reshape zoning for glamping, AirBnBs
Review of some recent proposals in the town has been hampered by the lack of precise language in the existing zoning code, last updated in 2008.
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On healthcare, Faso and Delgado differ drastically
The two candidates for this swing congressional district have different visions for the healthcare system. Faso, who voted for the Republican repeal bill last year, supports some changes to what he sees as an essentially well functioning private insurance market, while Delgado favors a public option, which would let Americans buy into a government-run insurance program.
New Paltz planners question whether McDonald’s play space is out of character for the area
A proposed renovation of McDonald’s in New Paltz opens the door to addressing issues with that business by members of the Town of New Paltz Planning Board, including the brightly-colored play area considered out of character for the area, and the lack of wheelchair ramps along the sidewalk.
Health Quest Medical Practice opens new Highland location
Health Quest Medical Practice recently held a ribbon-cutting ceremony for its newest healthcare center in Highland. Located atop a hill on Route 299 between Highland and New Paltz, the 15,000-square-foot facility is a multispecialty office, housing more than ten providers who offer primary care, obstetrics, gynecology, cardiology and neurology.
Fuel spill at Gardiner Airport reaches Wallkill River
Approximately 1,000 gallons of aviation fuel from the Gardiner Airport on Sand Hill Road were spilled onto the ground during the weekend of October 6 and 7, with enough seepage into the Wallkill River to alarm residents downstream, according to town officials and the DEC.
Rosendale Waxworks candle and soap emporium opens on Main Street
Rosendale Waxworks is the combined effort of Shaun Johnston and Wilda Gallagher. Husband and wife as well as business partners in the new venture, the two have launched the brick-and-mortar shop with the intention of providing a venue for local candle- and soapmakers as well as a showcase for their own handcrafted art candles.
Gardiner’s task: shave down 17% tax increase
“We have our work cut out for us,” said Gardiner Town Supervisor Marybeth Majestic.
Pilot, neighbors clash over proposed Rosendale helicopter law
A new law would ban aircraft from taking off our landing in Rosendale. A resident with a helicopter challenged the town board to measure the sound with a decibel meter. “I guarantee that it will not violate any noise ordinance.”
Ulster County budget takes on poverty, boosts arts, calls for free bus rides
County Executive Mike Hein outlined his vision of lean government and a commitment to progressive goals when he unveiled his proposed 2019 budget last week.
At Ulster County legislature public hearing, most speakers support bag ban, oppose term limits
Two recent county-level initiatives, a law that would ban the use of plastic bags by grocery stores and retailers and a law limiting the terms for county elected officials, were talked about at length by county residents at a public hearing in the legislative chambers on the afternoon of Tuesday, Oct. 9.