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UCRRA rejects landfills in Plattekill

Last week, Marc Ryder, Executive Director of the Ulster County Resource Recovery Agency (UCRRA), informed the Plattekill Town Board that his agency has all but eliminated Plattekill as a future …

Old condo project resurrected

Two lightly-attended public hearings, the Buttermilk Falls expansion project and the proposed solar farm on Bingham Road dominated the Marlborough Planning Board’s Monday, July 15 meeting. …
This view looks north past the driveway for 101 Old Indian Trail. Because part of the roadway collapsed, the road stopped just past the driveway for more than a year.

Collapsed portion of Old Indian Trail is reopened

For the first time since April, Old Indian Trail is open from its south end at Old Indian Road through its northern terminus at Milton Landing Park. The announcement came at the Monday, July 22 …

Ulster Fair offers sensory safe space

Nothing says summer in the lower Mid-Hudson region more than the Ulster County Fair. Since 1838, the fair has been a staple in the community, and each year nearby residents flock to the fairgrounds …

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Assemblyman Jonathan Jacobson presents a check for $23,000 to the Highland Hose Company. Pictured L-R: Michael Gaffney, Deputy Director-Ulster County Dept of Emergency Services; Mike Schaeffer, Gina Hansut , Ulster County Legislature; Nathan Peura, Alan Barone, Fire Commissioner, Nicholas Rosenkranse, Assemblyman Jonathan Jacobson, George Monteverdi, Peter D. Miller, Chief, Roger LaForge, David Plavchak, Town of Lloyd Supervisor; and Everett Erichsen, Director-Ulster County Dept of Emergency Services.
  Assemblyman Jonathan Jacobson recently secured funding for the Plattekill Library and the Highland Hose Company.   On July 18, Jacobson presented a check for $15,000 to the …
Last week, the Plattekill Town Board supported a motion to partner with the Southern Region of the Day Community Opportunities Program [DCOP] that will be holding a series of Special Olympic Games …
Tom Schroeder, of the Marlborough American Legion [L] stands with three generations of Boys State attendees, [L-R] Dr. Anthony Pascale (wearing his original T-shirt), Christian Pascale and Nick Pascale.
  It is rare for two generations of the same family to attend the summer Boys State program, but in Marlborough three generations hold the distinction; Dr. Anthony Pascale in 1967, his son …

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Southern Ulster Times - July 25, 2024

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Upcoming Activities at Highland Public Library The Highland Public Library, located at 14 Elting Place, is bustling with activities this summer. Here’s what’s coming up: Summer …
The Board of Trustees of the Marlboro Free Library will hold their next regularly scheduled meeting on Monday, August 5, at 7 pm, 1251 Route 9W, Marlboro. Regular meetings are held in the …
The NYS Public Service Commission will be holding a series of in-person public statement hearings to seek input and comments regarding the climate vulnerability study plans submitted by utility …
Free concerts in the parks Free summer concerts are now underway in Milton and Plattekill. In Milton, concerts take place at the Cluett Schantz Park, on Friday nights with music starting at 6:30pm. …
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State and local officials, Sunday, reacted to the announcement by President Joe Biden that he would not seek re-election and would endorse Vice President Kamala Harris to be his successor. The …
Two checks totaling $15,000 were donated by the Highland Rotary to the Police and Fire Departments to be used for safety equipment. Pictured L-R are Sal Sorbello, Patricia Mikkelsen, Christine LaForge, BJ Mikkelsen, Al Barone, Roger LaForge, Bruce Desmond, Pete Miller, Steve DiLorenzo, Steve Laubach, Pete Fiorese, Chief James Janso, Anthony Giangrasso, Dave Plavchak, Sgt. Roberto, Christine Giangrasso, Detective Lembo, Christine Sorbello, Officer LaDuca and Deborah Laubach.
Last week the Highland Rotary Club handed out two checks, each for $7,500, to the Lloyd Police Department and the Highland Hose Company.   Rotary President Steve Laubach said the money …
The Plattekill Comprehensive Planning Committee met Wednesday evening to discuss their comprehensive plan update for the community, marking phase two of the project. After recently filling out a …

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Last Saturday evening the Highland Business Association hosted a traditional Block Party in the hamlet of Highland. The sidewalks were transformed into outdoor bistros for the event as the association held a Murder Mystery where ‘Detectives’ signed up and received ‘clues’ that had to be verified inside of the stores in the hamlet.
On July 11 New York State Governor Kathy Hochul announced the Bridge New York Awards aimed at rehabilitating and replacing aging bridges and culverts across New York State. Two local towns, …
The Ulster County Pool complex is closed for the season.
Due to the unanticipated closure of the Ulster County pool, season pass holders are eligible for a full refund. For more information about the refund process, please contact Jodi Corsa from the …

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Hallock Library introduces Nature Exploration backpacks Starting July 9, the Sarah Hull Hallock Free Library will offer Nature Exploration Backpacks, made possible by a grant from the Adirondack …
Walkway hosts fireworks On Thursday, July 4, Walkway Over the Hudson will be open to ticket holders for an unobstructed view of the City of Poughkeepsie fireworks display. Spend the evening with …
Kristine Young, president of SUNY Orange, has announced that the College awarded associate’s degrees and academic certificates to 371 students who completed their courses of study during the …

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