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Narken seeks fourth straight Ulster County Women's golf title
Defending champion Ingrid Narken will hit the first shot 7 a.m. Saturday, as the Ulster County Women's Golf Association begins its 50th anniversary tournament at the Lazy Swan Country Club.
Best playgrounds around in Brooklyn
South Oxford Park features 30-foot high "cattails" surrounding a spray shower among its unusual play equipment.
Sono-Tek Reports Q1 Sales Up 31%
MILTON, NY Sono-Tek Corp. reported first-quarter sales of $1.62 million, up 31% year-over-year. The company attributes the increase to its business development program and sales of newer products that are part ...
New farmers market to open in Milton Saturday
Farm-fresh produce along with entertainment and educational forums will be featured at the newest farmers market to be added in Ulster County.
Jury awards Milton man $5M for '03 barge accident
A state Supreme Court jury in Ulster County this week awarded $5 million to a Milton man who suffered injuries in a barge accident.
Some Highland and Marlboro bed and breakfasts, but not all, are benefiting from higher gas prices as metropolitan-area customers stay closer to home for their weekend getaways.
Thousands in Yonkers celebrate Puerto Rican/Hispanic Day
Puerto Rican pride was on full display yesterday as a few thousand people ignored the threat of rain to enjoy the 29th annual Yonkers Puerto Rican/Hispanic Day Parade and Festival.
Andrew Hyland, of Troop 73 in Milton, has attained the rank of Eagle Scout. To earn Scouting's highest honor, Hyland built a veterans memorial across from Saint James Church in Milton.
Colonial times return at Milton school
Students learn about the art of thread-making by spinning wool into strings of thread using the spinning wheel.
So how 'bout that weather we're having? The southern Ulster area, specifically Marlborough, must have done something to get on the bad side of Mother Nature, as she has seen fit to punish the town with two ...
Profiles of some farmers that participate in markets
Farm: Common Ground Farm. Address: 79 Farmstead Lane, Wappingers Falls, NY 12590.
Carlie's Crusade teaches Milton students self-defense techniques
The Milton Elementary PTA sponsored a visit from Carlie's Crusade for a day of instruction on personal safety.
Hopeful seeks seat held by Kirwan
A Milton Democrat is running for the 100th state Assembly District. Frank Skartados said he is a dedicated and hardworking individual who will serve the district with honor and distinction.
What's new in the business scene
Bank names assistant branch manager - Sawyer Savings Bank hired Geraldine Barbonaro of Milton as assistant branch manager of the bank's Marlboro office.
The Mainstage presents - New Voices at the Arts Exchange in White Plains at 7:30 tonight. via Journal News
Five candidates are seeking three open positions on the Marlboro Central School District board of education. via Poughkeepsie Journal
Marlboro Bakery building saved from fire
“And the ones that came in with mutual aid, they were just amazing.”
MARLBORO - Firefighters today saved the old Marlboro Bakery building from total destruction after a short in an extension chord caused heavy damage to the back of the structure. via Poughkeepsie Journal
Students will re-enact DWI crime scene before prom
MARLBORO - A re-enactment of a driving while intoxicated-related crash scene will be set up in the front parking lot of Marlboro High School on the morning of their prom next Friday. via Poughkeepsie Journal
Radio executive to be honored at gala
“Over the past five years, Arlington Rotary has sent over $500,000 worth of medical supplies and equipment to Jamaica, Dominica and The Dominican Republic.”
The Hudson Valley Branch of the Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation will honor radio executive Chuck Benfer at its eighth annual Hope Gala Saturday at the Poughkeepsie Grand Hotel. via Poughkeepsie Journal
Pastor's son hurt in crash; home razed by fire
“We're taking it one step at a time.”
MILTON - Members of the Faircloth family are asking the public for help after their home was destroyed by a fire early Saturday morning. via Poughkeepsie Journal