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Stamford, New York Devastated by Fire, Locals Spring Into Action
Friday, December 1st 2023 was a day that will go down in history as a structure fire displaced eleven families and two businesses. The building at 64 Main Street housed Windstar Realty, and 60 Main Street was the location of Halfacre Restaurant. Colloquially, the buildings of this type in the area are known as "Painted Ladies".
'Hideous' Christmas tree gone viral in Woodstock to be replaced Wednesday
Some say it's ugly. Others say it's perfect. Woodstock's Christmas tree mishap has gone viral. "It was the ugliest tree you've ever seen," said Nick Costanzo, a clerk at H Houst & Son, a hardware store facing the plaza where the "hideous" tree was. Once the damaged, oddly shaped tree...
Body discovered underneath city railroad bridge
CHARLOTTESVILLE, Va. (WINA) Charlotteville police are investigating the discovery of a body underneath the railroad bridge in the 100 block of Roosevelt Brown Blvd. The body was found on Monday afternoon. “The medical examiners office has been notified and the investigation is ongoing,” Charlottesville police said in statement issued several...
Liberty and Parksville Residents: Mark Your Calendars for Upcoming Holiday Events
Saturday December 9th 8pm – Tallest Menorah Lighting – Shoprite Plaza Mall 1955 State Route 52 Liberty NY Sunday December 10th 3:30pm Sunset Stroll 4:30pm Menorah Lighting – 2nd Annual Parksville Sunset Stroll and Menorah Lighting – Main Street Parksville by the Rail Trail Entrance and Cabernet Franks. Saturday December 16th @ 6pm – The Feast of Our Lady Gudalupe – 6pm Rosary walk from Main Street Bus Stop to St. Peters Church. 7pm Mass – Mariachi Band, Tecuanes & Traditional Dancers, Food and DJ.Visit here for more details.
Massive fire in Stamford under investigation, Red Cross assisting residents
A massive fire is under investigation in Stamford in Delaware County. The fire started around 6 p.m. on Main Street. Photos were provided by two Stamford residents. Firefighters were on the scene all night getting the blaze under control. The village opened the Churchill Gym for anyone displaced by the...
Camp O is an Architect’s Retreat in Upstate New York That Stands as a Testament to Her Greatness
New York architect Maria Milans del Bosch has intricately woven architectural brilliance into the heart of the Catskills with her design for the two-story home and studio, Camp O, in Claryville. Nestled within the serene landscape, this creation by the Spanish architect exemplifies a harmonious integration with the natural surroundings. Maria Milans del Bosch, known for her New York-based practice Maria Milans Studio, showcases a deep understanding of the Catskills’ essence through mindful interventions that preserve and enhance the beauty of the environment.
New York State DEC Rescues Hunter Who Fell And Hit His Head
Many hunters have taken to the wilderness across New York state, as another season has begun. However, maneuvering the rough terrain can be a bit of a challenge and sometimes accidents can happen. Recently, forest rangers came to the aid of a hunter who fell in the town of Hardenburgh.
NY liberty's Most Loveable Kittens Eagerly Awaits Forever Homes Today!
Interested in adding a furry friend to your family? Even if you're just keen on viewing some of the cute critters available for adoption nearby, there are ample pets waiting for their forever homes in animal shelters throughout and around liberty.
Walton Residents Charged After Person Left on Bus
Two people from Walton are facing charges after the Delaware County Sheriff's Office says they left a fully disabled and incompetent individual on a bus. According to the office, this individual was left on the bus for a prolonged period of time after it was parked for the evening on November 8th.
Political storm bears down on Woodstock’s much maligned evergreen
A replacement Christmas tree for the village green is reportedly coming to Woodstock on Wednesday. The much-maligned previous one is gone. Town supervisor Bill McKenna’s wife Hilary wrote on Facebook, “Change is afoot for the village green this week. Stay tuned.”. While a town’s Christmas tree is a...
A Gastronomic Adventure in Liberty: Discover the Top 3 Diners
In this article, we explore three delightful diners located in Liberty. Have you had the pleasure of dining at any of these establishments yet? If you have, we would love to hear your thoughts. Please share your experiences in the comments section below.
Chase Secures Prattsville Council Seat
PRATTSVILLE - One element of the 2023 election for town council in Prattsville may always remain in the realm of the inexplicable. Mason Chase, who has a lengthy link to local public service, has emerged from a four-way race for two council seats following the counting of absentee ballots by the Greene County Board of Elections.
Download Now: December 5th Planning Board Meeting Agenda for Local Residents
The agenda for the December 5th Planning Board meeting is now available for download on the Documents and Forms page. The meeting will be held online, and attendees will be given the necessary details to join.
Stamford's Unity in the Face of Tragedy: A Beacon of Community Resilience
The small town of Stamford, New York, became the poignant epitome of community resilience on December 1, 2023, when a devastating fire consumed the historic 'Painted Ladies' at 64 and 60 Main Street. This tragic event displaced eleven families and affected cherished local establishments Windstar Realty and Halfacre Restaurant. With the cause of the fire still under investigation, the incident prompted a heartening response from 21 local fire departments and various emergency agencies.
Deck the halls in Woodstock (photos)
Woodstock held its 41st annual holiday open house on Friday, December 1 throughout the hamlet of Woodstock. The event included a holiday window-decorating contest, a tree-lighting on the Village Green, live holiday music, refreshments and more throughout the town.
Keeping It Real with Callie Mackenzie
Callie Mackenzie with River Run Bed and Breakfast co-owner Ben Fenton looking on. FLEISCHMANNS —As winter approaches, nights in Fleischmanns have grown cool and quiet, but this past Saturday the warm tones of singer/songwriter Calli Mackenzie filled the rooms of River Run Bed and Breakfast. Owners Ben Fenton and Alex Breaux hosted a night of music with their friend Calli, a musician from Kingston, NY. Upon entering their charming, well-kept Victorian-style building on Main Street, Mackenzie’s voice beckoned from the front parlor where she sat with her acoustic guitar in the center of a cozy group of attendees. As the performance began, weekend guests emerged from their rooms, with a couple settling on a couch near the fireplace. This wasn’t the first time Callie had performed at River Run, and Ben and Alex knew the listeners were in for a treat.
Rockland family didn't win 'Great Christmas Light Fight' but seeks victory for charities
NEW CITY - The Cirlin family’s New City North Pole Airport Holiday Light Display didn’t win ABC’s “The Great Christmas Light Fight” and the $50,000 grand prize – something they’ve known and kept hush-hush for a year!. The Cirlins had hoped to give...