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Brewery and kitchen opens in Port Chester, designed around music history

Run & Hide Brewing and Kitchen has a new home. After being in Port Chester for four years, Tim Shanley and his family have moved to a larger location a few blocks away in the newly built Joplin Residences . The 80-seat space — what Tim describes as "a restaurant with a brewery on the premises" — opened Nov. 6 with a grand opening set for Nov. 14. Grooving to the music at Run & Hide Along with freshly brewed beer and food, which includes the grilled pizza Tim has long been known for (more about that in a minute), it's also a place designed around music. Tim, a self-described “washed-up musician,” and his 22-year-old son, Thomas, a longtime concertgoer, have filled the space with photos and posters commemorating performances at the neighboring Capitol Theatre . Among them is Janis Joplin, the artist for whom the apartment building that houses Run & Hide is named. Some history: Where Run & Hide stands was once Vahsen's Bar where, on Aug. 8, 1970, Joplin, songwriter Bob Neuwirth and friends, improvised the lyrics to "Mercedes Benz." A plaque outside the building tells the story of how, inspired by a phrase from poet Michael

Port Chester, NY · 1d

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Haverstraw's Bowline Point Pool Complex Gets $4 Million Bathhouse Overhaul

New York State has awarded the Town of Haverstraw $4 million in discretionary capital funding to replace the aging bathhouse at Bowline Point Park's pool complex, a structure that has stood since 1973. The grant targets a popular summer destination and important recreational resource in Rockland County: a Hudson River park known for its Olympic-size pool, water slides and sweeping waterfront views.

Haverstraw, NY · 3d
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Rockland County Shelter Dog Cookie Has Waited Over Four Years for a Forever Home in Pomona, NY

POMONA, NY — A lovable shelter dog named Cookie has spent more than four years waiting for someone to give her a forever home at a Rockland County animal shelter in Pomona, New York. For Cookie, that means spending nearly half her life in a shelter, hoping that one...

Pomona, NY · 8h
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Cinema Kingston! – Ep.80 | REEL to SurREAL: The Ladies of SurREAL World Film Festival

To access any of our episodes that aired prior to May 6, 2026 please visit https://archive.radiokingston.org. On this episode of Cinema Kingston!, Blake and Jeremiah trip out with the brilliant minds behind the SurREAL World Film Festival ahead of its Hudson Valley premiere at the Falcon in Marlboro! Sage Higgins, Laura Ornella, and Liz Wiest join the CK! boys in the studio to talk all about surreal movies, running a film fest, all the amazing events going on this season and what we want to see for the future of cinema. Later on, Blake and Jeremiah go over their top five favorite surreal movies!

Kingston, NY · 2d
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Rosendale Recreation Commission’s “Shut up and write” Writers’ group

The Rosendale Recreation Commission announces the launch of its new writers’ group, “Shut Up and Write!” The program is part of an international community movement that offers writers of all genres, levels, and backgrounds a distraction-free, structured environment to work on their respective projects side-by-side. No critiques. No sharing. No pressure. Just focused writing time alongside others doing the same. After the session, participants can stick around to chat, connect, and build a writing community. The group, led by Walter “Snapper” Earl, will meet, 6-7:30 p.m. every other Thursday, (with the next session on Nov. 12), at the Rosendale Community Center, free of charge. For more information and to RSVP email clovebook@snapurl.blog or call the Town of Rosendale Recreation Office at 845-658-8198.

Rosendale, NY · 1d

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Home Depot Offers Free Kids Workshops on the First Saturday of Every Month

Families looking for fun, creative and educational activities for their children can check out the free Kids Workshops offered by The Home Depot on the first Saturday of every month. The popular monthly workshops give children an opportunity to get hands-on experience building and creating projects while learning basic skills...

Rockland County, NY · 22h

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Bronx Lottery Player Crosses State Lines and Scores $50K Powerball Win in Connecticut

A Powerball ticket sold at a Darien convenience store delivered a five-figure payday to a...

Bronx, NY · 16h

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The Best Restaurants in Newburgh, NY: 14 Spots Worth Knowing

Come hungry to Newburgh. The small Hudson River city has quietly become one of the region’s best places to eat, and the best restaurants in Newburgh, NY cover a diverse spread of cuisines. Along Liberty Street, old storefronts house ambitious new restaurants, intimate cafés, and businesses putting their own spin on familiar comfort foods. Down by the Hudson, the former industrial waterfront offers everything from tacos and beer to upscale dinners with river views.

Newburgh, NY · 1d

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Ramapo Valley Confections: Old-World Tradition Meets Suburban Energy at the New Spring Valley Amish Chocolatier in Spring Valley, NY

Nestled within the dynamic and culturally rich landscape of Rockland County, the bustling community of Spring Valley has long served as a prominent crossroads in the greater New York metropolitan area. Known for its rich history dating back to the 19th-century railroad expansion, its vibrant multicultural identity, and its welcoming neighborhood spirit, Spring Valley continually embraces independent establishments that honor authenticity, meticulous hand-craftsmanship, and genuine community connection. Now, local residents, commuters, and regional food enthusiasts have an extraordinary new destination to explore with the grand opening of the Ramapo Valley Confections Amish Chocolatier. Bringing time-honored Pennsylvania Dutch confectionery traditions, small-batch chocolate tempering, pure copper-kettle fudge, and artisanal sweets right to the heart of Rockland County, this remarkable specialty shop offers a rich, velvety escape into traditional, unhurried craftsmanship.

Spring Valley, NY · 5d

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These 8 Old-School New York Grocery Markets Still Feel Like Shopping With Your Grandmother

Some grocery stores still have a real butcher behind the counter, a deli slicer that never seems to stop, and shelves stocked with things the big chains never carry. New York has held on to more of these places than you might think, from Buffalo and Rochester to Arthur Avenue in the Bronx.

New York · 2d

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The Gilded Garden Trend: How to Create a European-Style Garden in New York With Roses, Boxwood, and Peonies

A single garden plant can outlive the person who planted it by a century or more. Some French and English estates still grow shrubs that were tucked into the soil before the American Revolution. That staying power is part of why old European gardens feel so calm. Clipped green lines...

New York · 21h

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Iconic Doughnut Chain Plans NJ Expansion In 33-Shop Deal

Iconic doughnut purveyor Krispy Kreme plans to open several new shops in New Jersey as part of a five-year expansion across the New York metro area. The chain, famous for its sugary, melt-in-your-mouth glazed doughnuts, said it plans to open 33 shops across the New York City metro area, including Long Island and New Jersey.

New Jersey · 4d

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9 Steps New York Gardeners Take to Bring Faded Mums Back Bushier Next Fall

Those scraggly brown stems on your porch flowers are secretly doing a winter job most of us overlook. Research from the University of Minnesota found that unpruned plants often survived cold winters better than trimmed ones. I have to admit that I used to toss my faded autumn pots straight...

New York · 4d

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Can You Grow Figs in New York? How City Gardeners Are Doing It

Some Brooklyn backyards hide trees that spend every winter dressed like giant burlap mummies. Neighbors walk past these odd bundles for months and rarely guess what is tucked inside. Many of those trees arrived as cuttings carried from Italy, Greece, and Lebanon by immigrant families a century ago. Grandparents passed...

New York · 5d

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Billy Joel at Home: 10 Photos of the Piano Man Through the Decades

For Billy Joel, New York is more than just a place. It’s an inextricable part of what makes the singer who he is. “My speech patterns are New York. The music that I like, it was all New York–based. That’s what I think of when I think of home,” he said in his 2025 HBO documentary Billy Joel: And So It Goes. “It’s my roots.”

New York, NY · 6d

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New York Locals Keep Coming Back To These 8 Joints For One Roast Beef Sandwich They’d Rather Keep Quiet About

Roast beef sandwiches don’t get the hype that pizza and bagels do in New York, but ask around and you’ll find people with strong opinions and secret spots. From Brooklyn counters that have been slicing beef since before your grandparents were around to Buffalo’s famous beef on weck, this list covers eight places New Yorkers keep going back to.

Brooklyn, NY · 10d

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New York Winter Lawn Calendar: The Exact Final Mowing, Leaf, and Soil-Protection Schedule

New York lawns need their final mow between late October and late November, timed to the first hard freeze, cut down to 2 to 2.5 inches. Leaves should come off before they mat down, late-fall fertilizer (winterizer) goes down in late October, and salt-prone edges need a buffer strip before the first snowstorm hits. This New York Winter Lawn Calendar: Final Mowing & Leaf Care lays out the week-by-week moves for Upstate homeowners.

New York · 9d

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What New York Owners Should Know Before Sending A Dog To Daycare

Finding the right daycare can make busy New York days easier for you and your dog. But a cheerful playroom tells only part of the story, especially when health rules and daily routines vary. Before booking, you deserve clear answers about safety, staffing, costs, and your dog’s comfort. A little...

New York · 12d

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Thousands Of Crows Are Swarming New York Towns, And It’s Seriously Creepy

A cold winter evening, and the sky suddenly turns black with wings. Thousands of crows swirl overhead, cawing so loudly you can barely hear yourself think. For many New Yorkers, it feels like a scene from Alfred Hitchcock’s The Birds. Yet there’s no movie crew, no scary soundtrack, and no reason to hide under the covers.

New York · 17d