Top tourist destination completes upgrades that include a 60,000 Square Foot Expansion, Improved Parking and Enhanced Food Offerings CENTRAL VALLEY, N.Y. (May 22, 2017) — Woodbury Common Premium Outlets, the world’s most successful and well-known outlet shopping destination that attracts over 13 million visitors annually, has completed a three-year, multi-million-dollar redevelopment project that expands and … Continue reading “WOODBURY COMMON PREMIUM OUTLETS COMPLETES MAJOR REDEVELOPMENT PROJECT”
Year: 2017
The Accelerator Hosts Inaugural Hudson Valley Leadership Conference
250 learn about the changing face of leadership from self-made millionaire, leadership panel at Marriott Pavilion at The Culinary Institute NEW WINDSOR, N.Y. (May 22, 2017) — More than 250 leaders of businesses and community organizations participated in The Accelerator’s inaugural Hudson Valley Leadership Conference: The Changing Face of Leadership Friday. The event explored what … Continue reading “The Accelerator Hosts Inaugural Hudson Valley Leadership Conference”
Empire Resorts Announces Resort Casino Will Be Named “Resorts World Catskills”
Resorts World Catskills name combines allure of the Catskills with prestige of worldwide casino and hospitality brand MONTICELLO, N.Y., (May 18, 2017) — Empire Resorts, Inc. (“Empire” and, together with its subsidiaries, the “Company”) (“NasdaqGM:NYNY) announced today that the Company’s resort casino being constructed as part of a $1.2 billion four-season destination resort located in … Continue reading “Empire Resorts Announces Resort Casino Will Be Named “Resorts World Catskills””
Hudson Valley Honor Flight “Mission 16” to take 69 area veterans to Washington, D.C. on May 20
Community is invited to be part of send-off efforts which begin at 7 a.m. at Westchester County Airport WALDEN, N.Y (May 18, 2017) — Hudson Valley Honor Flight’s “Mission 16” will take 69 area veterans to Washington, D.C. this Saturday, May 20. The flight will depart Westchester County Airport in White Plains at 9:30 a.m. … Continue reading “Hudson Valley Honor Flight “Mission 16” to take 69 area veterans to Washington, D.C. on May 20”
Mount Vernon School District voters approve $246 million budget
Budget has a zero percent increase in the tax levy for the third consecutive year MOUNT VERNON, N.Y. (May 16, 2017) — Voters in the Mount Vernon City School District approved a $246,169,123 budget for the 2017-2018 school year by a 2,123-651 vote on Tuesday. The results remain unofficial pending the counting of absentee ballots … Continue reading “Mount Vernon School District voters approve $246 million budget”
GRADUATION CEREMONY HELD FOR WALDEN SAVINGS BANK MEDICI PROGRAM
Undergraduate Students Gained Valuable Work Experience While Supporting Local Nonprofits MONTGOMERY, N.Y. (May 15, 2017) – At a ceremony held May 11, six Mount Saint Mary College students graduated from the annual Walden Savings Bank Medici Program. The students were the second group to complete the prestigious program, which introduces undergraduate business and accounting students … Continue reading “GRADUATION CEREMONY HELD FOR WALDEN SAVINGS BANK MEDICI PROGRAM”
LEGOLAND® New York applauds Town of Goshen’s approval of enhanced Community Host Benefit Agreement
GOSHEN, N.Y. (May 15, 2017) – LEGOLAND® New York officials expressed gratitude following the Town of Goshen’s board meeting on May 15, where the board approved the enhanced Community Host Benefit Agreement in a 4-1 vote. “We want to express our deepest thanks to the members of the board who voted to approve this Community … Continue reading “LEGOLAND® New York applauds Town of Goshen’s approval of enhanced Community Host Benefit Agreement”
Mount Vernon Welcomes Wyclef Jean for My Brother’s Keeper Initiative
MOUNT VERNON, N.Y. (May 11, 2017) – The Mount Vernon High School cafeteria went from lunch hall to banquet hall on Tuesday night, when Dr. Kenneth R. Hamilton hosted The Superintendent’s Summit on MBK – Mount Vernon City School District’s My Brother’s Keep Initiative. One hundred young men of color from the district’s three high … Continue reading “Mount Vernon Welcomes Wyclef Jean for My Brother’s Keeper Initiative”
Orange County Draws Athletes Seeking Competition and Fun
The Hudson Valley hosts a variety of races for the casual jogger to the elite competitor. ORANGE COUNTY, N.Y. (May 11, 2017) – With its winding country roads, rugged hilly terrain and quaint neighborhoods, Orange County is a prime location for athletic competitions. Race season kicks off with the mild spring weather and sprints on … Continue reading “Orange County Draws Athletes Seeking Competition and Fun”
Empire Resorts, Inc. hosts JOBS event in Ulster County for Resorts World casino
Types of jobs available, required qualifications discussed ELLENVILLE, N.Y., (May 9, 2017) – Empire Resorts, Inc. hosted a Job Opportunity Briefing Session (JOBS) on May 8 for Ulster County residents interested in working in a variety of jobs at the Resorts World casino. Nearly 100 people attended the event held at Ellenville High School on … Continue reading “Empire Resorts, Inc. hosts JOBS event in Ulster County for Resorts World casino”
Greater Hudson Valley Health System Marketing Department receives national advertising awards including Best of Show
Middletown, NY – The Marketing Department at the Greater Hudson Valley Health System, in conjunction with Focus Media, was recently bestowed with several nationally recognized healthcare advertising awards including ‘Best of Show’ for a powerful ad series for the Breast Center at Orange Regional Medical Center (ORMC). Advertising and publicity materials for both Orange Regional … Continue reading “Greater Hudson Valley Health System Marketing Department receives national advertising awards including Best of Show”
Combined Energy Services Marks Fuel Oil Expansion with Ribbon Cutting Ceremony
Local energy provider expands Goshen location with new fuel oil facility GOSHEN, N.Y. (May 3, 2017) – Combined Energy Services (CES), a locally owned propane & fuel oil company serving the Hudson Valley and Catskills, celebrated the expansion of its distribution center in Goshen, N.Y., at a ribbon cutting ceremony on Wednesday, May 3. The … Continue reading “Combined Energy Services Marks Fuel Oil Expansion with Ribbon Cutting Ceremony”
Superintendent Plans Summit on My Brother’s Keeper Initiative
Attendees will discuss issues facing young men of color and how to make positive change. MOUNT VERNON, N.Y. (May 2, 2017) — Dr. Kenneth R. Hamilton is hoping students will contribute their voices and views at his Superintendent’s Summit on Mount Vernon’s My Brother’s Keeper initiative. Hamilton is hosting a dinner with guest philanthropist Wyclef … Continue reading “Superintendent Plans Summit on My Brother’s Keeper Initiative”
WOODBURY COMMON PREMIUM OUTLETS CELEBRATES MOMS WITH MOTHER’S DAY WEEKEND ACTIVITIES
CENTRAL VALLEY, NY, MAY 2, 2017 – Woodbury Common Premium Outlets is marking Mother’s Day weekend with two special events. In honor of moms around the region, Woodbury Common has partnered with K104 for the “Best Mom Ever” campaign. The campaign runs now through May 10, and the public is invited to write-in nominations to … Continue reading “WOODBURY COMMON PREMIUM OUTLETS CELEBRATES MOMS WITH MOTHER’S DAY WEEKEND ACTIVITIES”
Merlin Entertainments increases LEGOLAND® New York community benefits for Goshen at the Town Board’s request
Plans include half-price ticket discounts for Town residents and two Community Days annually that will generate fundraising opportunities GOSHEN, N.Y. (May 1, 2017) – Merlin Entertainments plc, at the request of representatives of the Town of Goshen Town Board, has increased the proposed host community benefits of LEGOLAND® New York for Goshen residents. These increased … Continue reading “Merlin Entertainments increases LEGOLAND® New York community benefits for Goshen at the Town Board’s request”
Barnard School readies Amy’s Greenhouse for May 13 Mother’s Day Plant Sale and Fair
The Barnard School community’s recent Earth Day celebration featured its first Spring Clean Up at Amy’s Greenhouse, based on school grounds. Families, students, former students, teachers, custodial staff and administrators worked together to get the area around Amy’s Greenhouse ready for the annual Mother’s Day Plant Sale and Fair, which will be held on May … Continue reading “Barnard School readies Amy’s Greenhouse for May 13 Mother’s Day Plant Sale and Fair”
City School District of New Rochelle to hold free community health fair on May 13
Health fair’s purpose is to increase awareness of good health and chronic disease risk reduction strategies NEW ROCHELLE, N.Y. (April 28, 2017) — The City School District of New Rochelle will hold a community health fair at New Rochelle High School on Saturday, May 13 from 10:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m., marking the successful conclusion … Continue reading “City School District of New Rochelle to hold free community health fair on May 13”
A variety of challenging and scenic courses make Orange County, N.Y. a destination for golfers
Spring is the perfect time to hit the beautiful Hudson Valley greens ORANGE COUNTY, N.Y. (April 28, 2017) – From seasoned golfers to those teeing off for the first time, anyone looking for a day on the links can find a course that’s right for them in Orange County this spring. Golfing is a great … Continue reading “A variety of challenging and scenic courses make Orange County, N.Y. a destination for golfers”