Saugerties Dems choose Chris Kraft as town justice nominee
Attorney Chris Kraft got the endorsement of the Saugerties Democratic Party for Town Justice after earning over 50 percent of votes between three candidates at June 5’s Democratic caucus.
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Saugerties Memorial Day ceremony remembers those that gave their lives for their country
“Memorial Day is a day that should not only be celebrated once a year, but every single day,” said Matt Russell, commander of Veterans of Foreign Wars (VFW) Post 5034.
Saugerties Youth Award winners
The Saugerties Community Youth Awards Committee recognizes and rewards the young citizens of the Saugerties area who are “caught” making good choices and doing good deeds.
New owner of Saugerties mansion discusses plans for B&B and restaurant
Village officials believe the new owner of 19-century mansion that has stood vacant since the early 90s is serious about fixing it up. “In the past, people were buying [the property] just to try to flip it,” said trustee Terry Parisian. “No one really had any solid plans.”
Faso stops by Saugerties equipment rental business to talk regulations
“We look forward to working with [Congressman Faso] in the future,” said business owner Tony Montano. “He’s been a strong supporter of the industry.”
Ex-dentist acquitted of murder, convicted on other charges will be out in September
A former dentist at the center of a bizarre case involving a love triangle, phony CIA documents and allegations of murder is due to be released from state prison in September after serving 18 months of a potential seven-year sentence.
Darryl Strawberry will discuss addiction and recovery at Saugerties High School
Baseball legend Darryl Strawberry, who won the World Series as a player with both the New York Mets (1986) and New York Yankees (1996, 1998, 1999), will visit Saugerties High School on June 8. He will discuss how he overcame addiction and found his true purpose in helping people with their struggles.
Extreme obstacle race planned for Saugerties this summer
A Tough Mudder event is planning for Winston Farm this August. You can sign up to participate now, although local officials haven’t given it their blessing yet.
Saugerties neighbors speak out against proposed restaurant and campground
After months of discussion at the Saugerties town planning board, neighbors of the proposed Agawan Restaurant and Campground in Glasco got to express their views. In addition to the 120-seat restaurant and 60 cabins, the facility proposes garden areas for growing food for the restaurant, an artists’ studio and possibly a horseback riding stable.
Saugerties honors vets on Memorial Day
Wednesday, May 30: Saugerties will mark the occasion with a traditional Memorial Day service at the American Legion Post, and on the same day, the Stallions baseball team will recognize local veterans at the beginning of the game.