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Catskill ambulance workers resign after controversial video
Two Catskill ambulance workers seen in a shocking video making the rounds on social media have now resigned. Meanwhile, the Department of Health now said they’re investigating. The patient and his wife are still shocked and outraged about what happened when they called 911, they said. Tom Weygant called...
Suicides on Hudson River bridges this weekend
KINGSTON – A person jumped off the Kingston-Rhinecliff Bridge at around 10:30 p.m. on Sunday, according to Ulster County 911. Several area rescue agencies responded to the Hudson River to investigate. Emergency medical services said the was person was a woman who jumped from the mid-span. At about 11:08...
5 things to know this Tuesday, May 21
Two EMS employees in Catskill have resigned after an alarming surveillance video has made its rounds on social media. The video depicts the alleged mistreatment of a patient. Also, the Colonie Police Department is investigating a burglary at a doughnut shop. The co-owner of Cider Belly Donuts on Fuller Road said the suspect broke into the back door, broke the cash register, and several tools were smashed. These stories, and more, are covered in your five things to know this Tuesday morning.
Woodstock’s Historic Bearsville Theater Relaunches This Summer
The music scene in the Hudson Valley has always been alive and well thanks to historic venues like Bethel Woods Center for the Arts and Saratoga Performing Arts Center. This summer, the Bearsville Theater rejoins them with a sizzling lineup of world-class performers in Woodstock. The reopening of the theater comes after Dayglo Presents, a leading live entertainment and media company founded by independent concert promoter Peter Shapiro, announced on April 25 that it has taken over operations of the storied venue.
Stratton VA Hospital unveils remodeled inn for veterans; Former patients donates $75k
ALBANY, NY (WRGB) — The Stratton VA Hospital cares for service members from Kingston to the Canadian border. The hospital has been supporting our troops in more ways than healthcare, on Tuesday hospital staff held a grand opening today of the newly remodeled rooms at the Stratton Inn. The...
Columbia County to explore new bus service with state grant
HUDSON – Columbia County is going to explore the creation of a new public transportation option connecting the City of Hudson to the Town and Village of Chatham. The $200,000 that will fund a study into the new routes was secured in the state budget by Senator Michelle Hinchey (D, Saugerties) and Assemblywoman Didi Barrett (D, Hudson).
Red Lobster files for bankruptcy after closing 8 restaurants in Upstate NY
Red Lobster has filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection a week after closing dozens of restaurants nationwide. In a court filing late Sunday, the seafood chain said it has more than 100,000 creditors and estimated assets between $1 billion and $10 billion. The company’s estimated liabilities are between $1 billion and $10 billion, according to the Associated Press.
Ashokan Center Presents The Spirit of Aloha in Olivebridge with Uke Revue
The Ashokan Center in Olivebridge, NY will hold The Spirit of Aloha ukulele concert on Saturday, May 25 at 7:30 pm, to kick off their 11th annual Uke Revue. This special concert will feature 6 remarkable ukulele players from all across the country coming together to honor the tradition of playing the instrument. Additionally, the concert previews the weekend-long celebration where musicians come together with enthusiastic learners to teach and play ukulele together.
Man Charged With Hate Crime At Kingston Synagogue
Ulster County resident Caleb H. Rochester, age 55, of Kingston, was arrested on Thursday, May 16, for the Monday, March 25 incident at Temple Emanuel Synagogue in Kingston. According to Capt. Joseph Sciutto of the Ulster County Sheriff's Office, congregants discovered a banner with anti-semitic language and artwork adhered to the exterior of the synagogue.
Story Screen reopening movie theater in Hudson
Story Screen, a community of film lovers who screen films and hold pop-up events, is working to reopen a movie theater in Hudson. The theater at 160 Fairview Avenue was most recently the home of the Madison Theatre, which closed both its Hudson and Albany theaters in the past few months.
Matthewis Persen House Museum set to open season on May 25th with World War II presentation
KINGSTON – Ulster County Clerk Nina Postupack has announced that the Matthewis Persen House Museum & Cultural Heritage Center will open for the 2024 season on Saturday, May 25th at 10 a.m. The Persen House, located at 74 John Street in Kingston will be open to the public every...
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