Local News

Ulster County Releases Behavioral Health Needs Assessment, Action Plan to Strengthen Services

Ulster County has completed a comprehensive behavioral health needs assessment and released a recommended action plan aimed at strengthening mental...

Cautious Maps in New York Haunt Democrats’ Redistricting War

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Stop Lock and Look: Preventing Heatstrokes in 2026

  Global warming makes heatstrokes even more of a concern for children left alone in cars according to Laura Dunn of the National Highway...

Ulster County Leaders Propose Tax Surcharge on High-Income Earners

Ulster County Executive Jen Metzger, State Senator Michelle Hinchey, and Assemblymember Sarahana Shrestha announced legislation Thursday that would...

Local Culture

From Smoke Joint to Smokd: Livingston Manor Restaurant Begins Next Era Under New Ownership

A well-known barbecue destination in Livingston Manor is turning the page on a new chapter. After five years serving smoked meats and...

Shoulder Check Brings Mental Health Message to the Rink

During Mental Health Awareness Month, a movement born from one family’s loss is encouraging young people, athletes, parents and coaches to do...

Bill Williams to Perform Monologue Inspired by Son’s Overdose Death

After the death of his son William from an accidental heroin overdose at age 24, educator and writer Bill Williams turned to writing as a way to...