5 hrs ago | Times Herald-Record
Albany police lauch homicide investigation into death of Kingston baby
Albany police are treating the death of a four-year-old boy from the Kingston-area as a homicide, Albany police say.
10 hrs ago | Hudson Valley Press
Students show work at BOCES fashion show
The dressing room was abuzz with excitement as models, costume designers, and make-up artists prepared for the fifth annual Ulster BOCES Student Fashion Show at the New Paltz High School auditorium.
15 hrs ago | Poughkeepsie Journal
Food, fun and fresh air: Hudson Valley features beautiful picnic areas
Perhaps a glass of wine for the adults. This is the simplicity of a summer picnic in the Hudson Valley.
15 hrs ago | Poughkeepsie Journal
Bits & Bites: Cornell holds 'Re-inventing the Hudson Valley Breadbasket'; more
A $35 admission ticket includes the presentation, cocktail samples, cheese and crackers.
16 hrs ago | Times Herald-Record
People for People: A yearlong source of help
That's when you normally hear from us regarding the Times Herald-Record's People for People Fund and the launch of its annual fundraising drive.
Commission to look into Ulster law enforcement
A new commission tasked to examine all law enforcement in Ulster County to find possible efficiencies was approved 13-7 by the Ulster County Legislature on Tuesday night.
Anti-fracking move keeps heat on at Capital
ALBANY More than 1,000 protesters gathered at the State Capitol to send the message to Governor Cuomo that New Yorkers don't want fracking.
Putnam officials seek consolidation to save tax dollars
Ulster County Executive Michael Hein launched his statewide policy tour in Putnam County Tuesday morning, bringing together local leaders to discuss and develop solutions to the financial burdens facing communities today.
Marlboro man sentenced to 5 years for having sex with 12-year-old girl
A Marlboro man was sentenced in Ulster County court Tuesday to five years in state prison for having sex with a 12-year-old girl last year.
Wawarsing man charged with criminal mischief
A Wawarsing man who police said was involved in a domestic dispute faces a felony criminal mischief charges.
The Short List: Top things you need to know today
9 p.m. at Miami on ABC. http://lohud.us/17hhDBX 2. Editorial Spotlight today Democrat Mike Hein meets with the Editorial Board to discuss local solutions "that can help governments avoid becoming distressed."
Study: New Ulster rail trail would help boost economy
The proposed Catskill Mountain Rail Trail would bring to Ulster County $3.1 million in new sales, 44 new jobs, nearly 140,000 trail-users a year and $111,844 in yearly tax revenue, according to a study commissioned by the New York-New Jersey Trail Conference.
School districts set for budget re-vote
New York school districts that saw budgets fail in May will put plans up for new votes Tuesday, in many cases after making additional cuts to staffing and other spending.
Rochester Democrat and Chronicle
Fracking opponents rally in Albany as poll tilts toward them
A few thousand opponents of hydraulic fracturing for natural gas rallied on the steps of the state Capitol Monday - and a new public-opinion poll suggests they're gaining traction.
NYSDEC Declares TechCity Safe, Ready for Development
The New York State Department of Environmental Conservation has issued "No Action" and "No Further Action" declarations for TechCity in Kingston that clear the way for new ways to develop the site in the future.
NY man arrested for the death of twenty-one dogs in barn fire
After an investigation into a barn fire at 82 Mill Road in Olive, New York , a man was charged with one felony and dozens of misdemeanors in connection with the fire that killed 21 dogs .
Law enforcement efficiency panel on Ulster agenda
Ulster County legislators Tuesday will look to create a commission examining all law enforcement in the county to find possible efficiencies, but the move already has met with resistance from those who question its necessity.
PAYGo NY aims to highlight fiscal solutions
Ulster County Executive Mike Hein is touting his plan on a statewide policy tour aimed at identifying solutions to the financial problems facing local governments.
Editorial: Diversity key to surviving IBM layoffs
But the area will have to keep fighting back, realizing the days of relying on one principal business are long over.
Thousands riverside for Clearwater's Great Hudson River Revival
Sitting on the wooden barrier alongside the Hudson Stage at Clearwater's Great Hudson River Revival is, arguably, one of the best seats in the house.