Post office will stay in Chichester
Chichester residents will be pleased to know that the rumors about a potential relocation of the hamlet’s post office, although true, have been circumvented.
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Still no swimming at Wilson State Park in Woodstock
The popular swimming beach was closed in 2004 because of a proliferation of aquatic vegetation, a rise in the lake bottom due to silting, and the long-term presence of Canada geese, whose droppings made conditions unsanitary.
Woodstock continues struggle with heroin, but there is cause for hope
In late 2015 and early 2016, the Woodstock community was shocked into action by a string of drug-related deaths of young people. Since then, progress has been made on enforcement and treatment. But the problem is persistent.
Woodstock seeks solution to summer gridlock
Small towns with a tourism season perennially grapple with traffic, but Woodstock’s vehicular woes seem to be getting worse.
Citizens want Woodstock to become sanctuary town
“There is a moral imperative to speak out in defense of our community,” said one resident.
Searching for the best deal on heating oil in the Hudson Valley
As air conditioners start to hum in some of the region’s warmer spots, families are hunkering down trying to figure
Esopus releases can be thrilling, dangerous
Several times a year, extra water is released into the Esopus Creek, causing it to move much faster— fun for experienced kayakers and tubers, but potentially deadly for the inexperienced. Remaining 2017 releases will take place July 15-16, September 2-4, and October 7-8.
Does Woodstock have enough parking?
It’s a Summer Saturday and you’re looking for a parking spot in Woodstock. There’s lots of businesses and restaurants up and down the hamlet’s main streets. There must be something, right?
Talk, but no commitment from Woodstock Library board yet
Woodstock Library trustees adopted a resolution on June 15 that accepts the Master Facilities Plan report from consultants but is noncommittal on new construction or renovation of its existing facilities with an addition in the back.
Neighbors upset over new Overlook Mt. trail parking
“Our homes have been devalued. We had really private homes, and now there’s going to be a huge public parking lot…right across the road.”