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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 … more
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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. … more
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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 … more
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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 … more
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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 secures funds for Plattekill, Highland
  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 … more
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Plattekill to partner with Special Olympics
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 … more
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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.
Three Generations from Marlborough attend Boys State
  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 … more
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Local leaders react to Biden announcement
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 … more
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.
Highland Rotary donates to police and fire departments
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 … more
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Pending projects a source of apprehension in Plattekill
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 … more
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Lloyd and Plattekill to receive bridge awards
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, … more
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The Ulster County Pool complex is closed for the season.
Refunds available for Ulster County Pool Season Pass Holders
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 … more
Ulster County launches solar & EV Infrastructure Grant Program
The Ulster County government has launched the Solar & Electric Vehicle Infrastructure (SEVI) program, which commits $2.5 million of the County's American Rescue Plan Act funds to support clean … more
The Knights of Columbus had a tent at the celebration.
Plattekill hosts Red, White & Blue Celebration
On Saturday July 13, the Town of Plattekill held their Red, White and Blue Celebration at the Thomas Felton Park, bringing to a close one of the last Independence Day festivities in the Mid Hudson … more
Plattekill’s Thomas Felton Community Park will host a July 20 fundraiser to benefit the furry guests of the Walden Humane Society.
Fundraiser to benefit the Walden Humane Society
Animal lovers from all over should flood to the Thomas Felton Community Park in Plattekill this Saturday, as Shades and Shadows is set to host its annual fundraiser for the Walden Humane Society. … more
Times Hudson Valley Media to add two publications
The Times Hudson Valley Media group will expand to five publications later this month with the acquisition of The Cornwall Local and The News of the Highlands, weekly newspapers serving Cornwall and … more
Brigadier General Shane Reeves
Neuhaus announces next speaker in leadership series
Orange County Executive Steven M. Neuhaus has announced that he will host the next installment of his Leadership Series at 6 p.m. on Tuesday, July 23rd in the auditorium at the County’s … more
Stagnant wages + rising rent = ‘Out of Reach’ housing
Hudson Valley Pattern for Progress has released Out of Reach 2024, a new report that illustrates the steep rise in housing costs over the past year, as surging rents and stagnant wages worsened the … more
Lloyd uncovers infrastructure issues
Last week Lloyd Building Department Director Dave Barton tackled a few big items in his report to the Town Board, saying that his department has been working with the Highway and Water & Sewer … more
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Marlborough Police Chief outlines traffic enforcement program
This summer, Ulster County launched an aggressive safe-driving campaign – and on Monday, July 8, Marlborough Police Chief Gerald Cocozza briefed Town Board members and interested citizens on … more
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