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Lloyd unveils their revived Police Bike Patrol: L-R Chief James Janso, Supervisor Dave Plavchak, Officers Jesse Vail and Joshua Tucker, Rail Trail President Peter Bellizzi and Mark Elia.
Lloyd reinstates bike patrols
Lloyd Police Chief James Janso said, “it has been twenty-plus years since we’ve had the bike patrols as part of the department. We had them back in the mid 1990s and it kind of fell by … more
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Parents criticize Highland’s response to sexual assault
Just before public comment at last week’s Highland School Board meeting, Board President Alan Barone made a brief statement about alleged misconduct by some players on one of the school … more
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Marlborough reviews preliminary budget
A brief public hearing on Tuesday, October 10 gave residents and other attendees a peek at the preliminary town budget for 2024. The hearing was part of the biweekly meeting of the Marlborough Town … more
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A photography studio has been erected on Mack’s Lane in Highland without site plan approval or a special use permit.
Photography studio draws neighbors’ complaints
Recently, the Lloyd Planning Board was confronted by an attorney representing neighbors on Macks Lane, claiming that the Town’s Building Department illegally granted a Building Permit to … more
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From 2021 Miss Flo teaches young dancers and kids from the audience a little bit of hip-hop dancing.
Walktoberfest returns this weekend
Area farms and specially curated local products will showcase alongside live entertainment and family fun at Walkway Over the Hudson State Historic Park and along the Hudson Valley Rail Trail this … more
The Grupo Folklorico de Poughkeepsie, showcased authentic music and dance from Oaxaca in central Mexico.
Bounty Fest a big success
Due to inclement weather, the Heart of the Hudson Valley Bounty Fest was wisely moved to Sunday, October 6 and was duly rewarded with the perfect fall afternoon. The Festival, sponsored by Meet … more
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SUNY Orange presents 'The Chemistry of Beer'
Autumn is upon us with all its colors and aromas and traditions. And in this country of ours with so many nationalities sharing their favorites, one tradition that seems to cross ethnicities is the … more
The Pavilion at the Highland Landing Park has been named for Leonard M. Auchmoody to honor his work at the park. Pictured (l. – r.) former Lloyd Supervisor Fred Pizzuto, Leonard M. Auchmoody and current Supervisor Dave Plavchak.
Pavilion dedicated to Leonard M. Auchmoody
  Last week the Pavilion at the Bob Shepard Highland Landing Park was dedicated to Leonard M. Auchmoody in honor of his dedication and commitment to transform an old oil depot into a … more
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Town of Plattekill Building Inspector/Code Enforcement Officer Scott Mandoske is resigning effective October 20.
Tentative Plattekill budget is up 10.3 percent
The Town of Plattekill unveiled its 2024 tentative budget with a proposed 10.3 percent increase in the tax levy over last year at its October 4 Town Board meeting. The board set a public hearing … more
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Highland responds to sexual assault allegations
State Police are now investigating the Highland modified football team after allegations that players sexually assaulted multiple boys in school were aired on a local television station. News … more
Thomas Townsend-Pitt and Brooke Chadwick brought their dog Padfoot to receive a blessing from Rev. Limina Grace Harmon, as Eileen Daunt and Barbara Terpening look on.
Blessings for creatures great and small
Last Saturday, the Memorial United Methodist Church of Modena held a drive-thru Blessing of the Animals, conducted by Rev. Limina Grace Harmon. The Reverend also heads the Methodist Church in New … more
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Assembly member Jacobson and Library Executive Director Julie Kelsall-Dempsey.
Jacobson announces funding for new library sign
Assembly member Jonathan Jacobson (D-104) announced $15,000 in funding for the Highland Public Library, enabling the purchase of a digital sign. Jacobson said, “Public libraries play a … more
Ulster County Executive Jen Metzger spoke at Marlborough Town Hall last week.
Metzger unveils $413m Ulster County budget
  On Tuesday, October 3, Marlborough Town Hall hosted a special visitor: Ulster County Executive Jen Metzger, who chose the town as the site of her 2024 budget address.    … more
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Beth Walters Storyk stands beside her Three Women in Tuscany and her peonies pictures
Highland artists hold first studio tour
Recently a group of 19 artists held their first two-day Highland Open Studio Tour, in what they hope will become an annual event. Despite some inclement weather, people got a chance to see the … more
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Audit questions Wallkill CSD financial practices
An audit report released by the New York State Comptroller’s office says that Wallkill School District claims totaling $1.7 million were not adequately supported, authorized or approved before … more
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Sarah Hull Hallock Library’s Tea, Talks and Workshops Series begins in October
The Sarah Hull Hallock Free Library’s Tea, Talks and Workshops Series begins in October.  Come for information and inspiration; stay for refreshments and conversation.  The … more
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Lloyd approves $4.6 million for water improvements
The Lloyd Town Board approved the expenditure of $4,689,500 to make various improvements and upgrades to the town’s Water Filtration plant. The resolution states that this will include, … more
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Modena church concerned about Facebook posts regarding its dispute with a neighbor
Members of the Pentecostal Holy Joy Church of the Lord in Modena are concerned about “subliminal messages” about their church made by town residents on Plattekill Rising’s Facebook … more
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The ‘Stein Holding Contest, started out with quite a number of contestants, with Allison Scaturro winning in the women’s category and Sergio Ramirez being the lone male standing at the end. The entry fee was $20 and included a glass stein souvenir.
UNICO hosts 3rd Oktoberfest
This past Sunday, October 1, the Marlboro chapter of UNICO hosted an Oktoberfest at the Benmarl Winery with the support of proprietor Victor Spaccarelli. The Fest took place on a perfectly sunny fall … more
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Marlborough eyes apartments, houses – and a resort property
Two new site plans – one to construct four six-unit apartment buildings and another to revive a long-ago resort property – were aired at the Monday, October 2 meeting of … more
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