KINGSTON, NY – Ulster County is distributing 300 free reflective vests to residents to promote pedestrian safety during the darker months. The initiative, spearheaded by County Executive Jen Metzger in collaboration with…
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Kaatscast: Witchcraft and Maleficium in the Catskills
In the latest edition of Kaatscast: The Catskills Podcast, host Brett Barry sat down with historian Samantha Misa in the Frisbee family cemetery to uncover some witchy tales from our collective Catskills…
NPR Life Kit Creator Says ‘Be Your Own Best Life Partner’
In her new book “Party of One: Be Your Own Best Life Partner,” NPR producer Meghan Keane demystifies several myths our culture perpetuates about romantic relationships. She also provides tools to learn…
Ulster County Sheriff’s Department Responds to Voter ID Misinformation
On October 20, 2024, the Ulster County Sheriff’s Department was dispatched to remove a sign that falsely claimed voters needed to provide ID in order to vote. This action followed a complaint…
Sullivan County Child Welfare Program Assessment Identifies Key Improvement Areas
Sullivan County Legislators reviewed an analysis of the county’s child welfare policies and procedures Thursday during a meeting of the Health and Human Services Committee. Commissioned by the Legislature at the request…
One Small Step Conversations: Alex and Tom
One Small Step brings strangers with different political views together to record a 50-minute conversation—not to debate politics, but to learn who we are as people. Created by StoryCorps, One Small Step…
Pike County Experiencing “Very Busy” Early Voting Turnout
As presidential candidates crisscross the battleground state of Pennsylvania, early voting is underway with more than half a million ballots cast across the Commonwealth. Early voting in Pennsylvania is called in-person mail…
Big Dill: Rosendale’s International Pickle Festival
The 27th Annual Rosendale International Pickle Festival is Sunday, October 20, at the Ulster County Fairgrounds. This celebration of small cucumbers preserved in salt and/or vinegar began in 1997 as a small…
Hudson Valley Walk to End Alzheimer’s Set for October 26
The Alzheimer’s Association Hudson Valley Chapter will hold their largest fundraiser on Saturday, October 26 in Montgomery, NY. The walk supports free local Education, Care and Support programs for families and neighbors…