If you know anything about punk rock and new wave music of the 1970s and 80s, you’ll know all about CBGB in Manhattan’s East Village and the many bands that got their…
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Ulster County Executive Jen Metzger Calls EPA’s Proposed Repeal of Endangerment Finding ‘Reckless’ and ‘Dangerous’
Ulster County Executive Jen Metzger spoke out this morning against a federal proposal to roll back climate protections, calling the move “reckless” and “dangerous” during a virtual public hearing before the U.S….
Woodstock Fires Level 3 Sex Offender Amid Outcry, Board Infighting, and Questions Over Transparency
A governance crisis in Woodstock, NY, has come to a head with the official termination of Michael Innello, a Level 3 sex offender who was hired earlier this year as a town…
Prisoners’ Brain Trust is Working to Repeal New York’s Felony Murder Law and Rethink Incarceration
In New York state, hundreds of individuals are currently incarcerated for second degree murder, even if they were not at the scene of the crime or had no proven intention to commit…
New Paltz Pride Coalition Hosts Janis Ian Documentary for Pride Month
The New Paltz Pride Coalition co-hosted a special documentary honoring singer-songwriter Janis Ian’s life at the Rosendale Theatre on June 11 as part of their lineup of Pride Month events. The documentary, Janis…
Trump’s Proposed Film Tariffs Could Shake Up Local Film Industry
President Donald Trump has proposed a 100% tariff on movies produced outside of the United States, claiming that “the movie industry in America is dying a very fast death.” Trump announced in…
Women in Business – Misty Hackworth, The Junction
Our “Women in Business” special series continues, highlighting local women entrepreneurs speaking about their lives and experiences in forging a successful path in their chosen career. Today, we speak to Misty Hackworth,…