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Poughkeepsie Man to Sing National Anthem at Yankee Stadium
John Harold Carter III will perform national anthem at Iconic stadium in August. Talk about an opprtunity! John Harold Carter, a lifelong Poughkeepsie, NY resident is set to sing the Star-Spangled Banner at an upcoming Yankees game. Carter, a longtime music lover of R&B and oldies music has been a fixture around the Hudson Valley karaoke bar scene for decades, performing music like the Stylistics and Frankie Vailli and the Four Seasons' "Sherry".
'This is what Poughkeepsie needs': The Governess, new waterfront restaurant, makes debut.
Set right on the Hudson River, The Governess is located on a prime spot, with great views from the deck and from the vintage-decorated restaurant and bar. The Governess had its grand opening on Thursday, July 25, and the community came out to celebrate the long-awaited debut at 1 Main St. Melanie Lemieux,...
Poughkeepsie Welcomes Brand New Safe Space for LGBTQ+ Community
Main Street in the Town of Poughkeepsie just got a little more colorful!. On Tuesday, July 24, City of Poughkeepsie Mayor Yvonne Flowers welcomed the newest tenant at 766 Main Street in the Town of Poughkeepsie. New Pride Center in Poughkeepsie. Mayor Yvonne Flowers and the Dutchess County Regional Chamber...
It’s a Small Town with a Big Fork
If you have ever headed out to the Taconic Parkway via 308 and Route 199 in Dutchess County you will immediately recognize what I am about to share. I also won't have to explain the fork in the road. Milan, New York is an interesting little town it has the...
3 Abandoned Putnam County Dogs Looking For Forever Families
The Putnam County SPCA is asking for the publics help in finding 3 adorable pups their forever homes. The Putnam County SPCA reports that back on July 13th, 2024, they were notified about 3 dogs that were abandoned "together on a seasonal dirt road." In a social media post the...
‘Captivating’ One Of A Kind Circus Acts Coming To The Hudson Valley
Summer is my favorite season. It brings warm, sunny days with the return of outdoor, fun activities and events. Hudson Valley residents can visit farmers markets, fairs, festivals, outdoor music series and more. At times, we may notice that different circus acts may be in the Hudson Valley for a limited time.
Assemblyman Jacobson secures $23,000 grant for Highland Fire Department
HIGHLAND – Assemblyman Jonathan Jacobson (D-104) has announced $23,000 in funding for the Highland Fire Department to purchase personal protective gear for their volunteer firefighters. “Volunteer firefighters put their lives on the line every time they fight a fire, and they save taxpayers huge sums of money,” Jacobson said....
New! Pickleball Under The Stars in This Hudson Valley Town
The hottest and fastest growing sport these days just got even bigger, as residents of this Dutchess County town will now have the opportunity to take the courts after dark. Would you believe that New York ranks among the top states for pickleball?. Pickleball Craze in the Hudson Valley. Seemingly...
Railroad Crossing On Busy Hudson Valley Road To Close For Several Days: Here's Where
Part of a well-traveled roadway in the Hudson Valley will close to traffic for several days as a railroad crossing is replaced. Beginning on Friday, Aug. 9 at 11:59 p.m., Route 312 in the Putnam County village of Brewster will close at the Dykeman Railroad Crossing next to the intersection wit…
New sculpture unveiled on Bridge St.
Cornwall, NY – The Greater Cornwall Chamber of Commerce proudly unveiled a new sculpture at Bridge Street Park on Main Street yesterday, marking the beginning of the highly anticipated Upstate Art Weekend (UPAW). This year’s unveiling continues what started during HGTV’ filming in 2021 when Vivien Collens first loaned one of her original sculptures to the Bridge Street Park.
Locust Grove hosts annual women’s networking event
POUGHKEEPSIE — Dutchess County Executive Sue Serino and other community members hosted the annual women’s networking event at The Locust Grove Estate in Poughkeepsie on Wednesday, July 17. “One of the best parts of running for office is getting the chance to meet women who are on the...
Pair Of New Principals Named In Carmel School District
In an announcement on Thursday, July 25, the Carmel Central School District in Putnam County revealed that new principals were hired for both Kent Primary School and Kent Elementary School. Vincent Fino, the former Assistant Principal at Carmel High School, will take over at Kent Primary School. He replaces Dan...
MISN Hosts Community Wellness Day
NEWBURGH – On Friday, July 19, from 11am- 3pm, a large, varied showing of local health agencies turned out to participate in MSN’s Community Wellness Day. Healthy food, fitness, music, and family fun were all available free of charge to guests at the 333 Broadway in the City of Newburgh spot.
Dutchess chamber to hear from planners at breakfast today (Wednesday)
POUGHKEEPSIE – The monthly contact breakfast of the Dutchess County Regional Chamber of Commerce (DCRCOC) will feature two keynote speakers this morning (Wednesday) at the 7:20 a.m. breakfast at the Doubletree by Hilton hotel in Poughkeepsie. The hotel is the former Poughkeepsie Grand Hotel. Ryan Porter, the managing partner...
Friday, July 26 Kingston's plan to cap speeds at 25 mph citywide moves forward
If approved by the full Common Council, Mayor Steve Noble's proposed new 25 mph speed limit would apply to nearly all city streets with some exceptions, according to City Engineer John Schultheis. Schultheis told lawmakers that some city-controlled streets with a "more rural character" would remain at 30 mph. Also...
Midtown Make a Difference Day to be held on July 26th
KINGSTON- Mayor Steven T. Noble is pleased to announce that the Midtown Make A Difference Day is returning on Friday, July 26, from 4:00-7:00pm on Franklin Street in Midtown. This year’s event theme is Reunited!. “I am so pleased to see this community celebration return,” said Mayor Noble. “The...
ThinkDIFFERENTLY Baseball Camp returns to Heritage Financial Park on Aug. 3
POUGHKEEPSIE – Dutchess County ThinkDIFFERENTLY is ready to play ball!. ThinkDIFFRENTLY will again sponsor its annual Disability, Dream & Do (D3Day) Baseball Camp for children and young adults with physical, developmental, and intellectual disabilities on Saturday, August 3rd at Heritage Financial Park in Fishkill. The free camp, held in...
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