GOSHEN, N.Y. (March 15, 2017) – Hudson Valley Economic Development Corporation (HVEDC) has announced that President and CEO Laurence P. Gottlieb has been named by the SUNY New Paltz School of Business as its 2017 Business Person of the Year Hall of Fame inductee. The Business School Hall of Fame recognizes the business achievements of … Continue reading “HVEDC CEO Honored as SUNY New Paltz School of Business Hall of Fame Business Person of the Year”
Year: 2017
Family University to come to New Rochelle High School on March 13
NEW ROCHELLE, N.Y. (March 10, 2017) — New Rochelle’s Family University is planning an evening of education and information for middle and high school students and their parents. The event is a collaborative effort organized by New Rochelle FOCUS and the City School District of New Rochelle. The event will take place on Monday, March … Continue reading “Family University to come to New Rochelle High School on March 13”
Walden Savings Bank Celebrates Young Artists
Bank to Host Elementary School Artists and Raise Awareness of World Hunger WHAT: 3rd Annual Circleville Art Show Reception WHEN: Friday, March 17, 2017 from 3:40 p.m. – 4:30 p.m. WHERE: Walden Savings Bank 2108 Route 302 Circleville, NY 10919 Walden Savings Bank will host a reception to celebrate Circleville Art Show contributors and their … Continue reading “Walden Savings Bank Celebrates Young Artists”
Mount Vernon City School District Reports General Obligation Debt Rating Upgraded to A1 from A2
MOUNT VERNON, N.Y. (March 9, 2017) – The Mount Vernon City School District has announced that Moody’s Investors Service upgraded to A1 from A2 the underlying rating of the school district’s $87 million in general obligation debt. Also, Moody’s upgraded the district’s enhanced rating to Aa3 from A1. “The upgrade to A1 reflects the district’s … Continue reading “Mount Vernon City School District Reports General Obligation Debt Rating Upgraded to A1 from A2”
Superintendent’s Reading Challenge Fundraiser March 13 at Barnes & Noble of Eastchester
MOUNT VERNON, N.Y. (March 7, 2017) – The Mount Vernon City School District and the Mount Vernon PTA Council are hosting the Superintendent’s Reading Challenge Fundraiser from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m., Monday, March 13, at Barnes & Noble of Eastchester in the Vernon Hills Shopping Center, 680 Post Road, Scarsdale, NY 10583. Tickets are … Continue reading “Superintendent’s Reading Challenge Fundraiser March 13 at Barnes & Noble of Eastchester”
Town of Liberty to Welcome New ADA Interpretive Trail
Grant money from Sullivan County Plans & Progress Small Grants Program will enhance Walnut Mountain Park. LIBERTY, N.Y. (March 7, 2017) – The Town of Liberty has been awarded a $7,000 grant from the Sullivan County Plans & Progress Small Grants Program to install an Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) compliant Interpretive Trail. The grant … Continue reading “Town of Liberty to Welcome New ADA Interpretive Trail”
Woodbury Common Premium Outlets to host March of Dimes walk on April 30
CENTRAL VALLEY, NY, March 7, 2017 – Millions will gather around the United States this spring to join together in the fight to end premature births. Approximately 1,000 walkers are expected on Sunday, April 30, at Woodbury Common Premium Outlets for the 47th annual March of Dimes, March for Babies walk. Registration begins at 8 … Continue reading “Woodbury Common Premium Outlets to host March of Dimes walk on April 30”
Mount Vernon voters approve repurposing bond fund to accommodate anticipated student growth
The 767-134 mandate signifies the community’s approval of the district’s 20/20 Vision Bond refinement MOUNT VERNON, N.Y. (March 7, 2017) — Mount Vernon City School District voters have approved a plan to repurpose the district’s existing 20/20 Vision bond funds to accommodate anticipated student population growth in a 767-134 vote tonight, March 7. Voting results … Continue reading “Mount Vernon voters approve repurposing bond fund to accommodate anticipated student growth”
Thornton High School blood drive collects 30 units
MOUNT VERNON, N.Y. (March 2, 2017) – Thornton High School’s blood drive in early February collected 30 units of blood. A total of 48 students participated, as well as staff and the community. It was the school’s second blood drive this school year. “Today was my first time donating blood,” student Andres Santos said. “I … Continue reading “Thornton High School blood drive collects 30 units”
Mount Vernon City School District Welcomes Risk Manager to Team
MOUNT VERNON, N.Y. (March 1, 2017) — The Mount Vernon City School District (MVCSD) has engaged with Brown & Brown of NY, Inc. to provide risk management consulting and help reduce work-related injuries within the district. Through the engagement, Brown & Brown’s Jarvis Grantham will officially become MVCSD’s new risk manager. Grantham will be responsible … Continue reading “Mount Vernon City School District Welcomes Risk Manager to Team”
2017 Port Chester Capital Project Community Event
2017 Port Chester-Rye Union Free School District Capital Project Community Event WHO: Board of Education President Jim Dreves, Superintendent of Schools Dr. Edward A. Kliszus, Members of the Community Bond Advisory Committee – featuring the music of the PCHS Jazz Ensemble, directed by Mike Miceli WHAT: Capital Project Event to inform the public about this … Continue reading “2017 Port Chester Capital Project Community Event”
Merlin Entertainments to seek a 20-year Payment in Lieu of Taxes (PILOT) agreement for the proposed LEGOLAND® New York theme park
Recent KPMG study and public comment reduces length of requested PILOT GOSHEN, N.Y. (Feb. 27, 2017) — Merlin Entertainments has announced it will seek a 20-year Payment in Lieu of Taxes (PILOT) agreement for the proposed LEGOLAND® New York theme park. The 20-year PILOT agreement was suggested by the Orange County Industrial Development Agency (IDA) … Continue reading “Merlin Entertainments to seek a 20-year Payment in Lieu of Taxes (PILOT) agreement for the proposed LEGOLAND® New York theme park”
Celebrate All Things Irish in Orange County, New York
St. Patrick’s Day events make March the perfect time for a Hudson Valley getaway. ORANGE COUNTY, N.Y. (February 22, 2017) – Visitors of every nationality will find themselves lucky to be in Orange County this March. St. Patrick’s Day celebrations are planned throughout the month that are sure to have all eyes, whether Irish or … Continue reading “Celebrate All Things Irish in Orange County, New York”
City School District of New Rochelle hires new director of technology
NEW ROCHELLE, N.Y. – (Feb. 17, 2017) – The City School District of New Rochelle has appointed Michael A. Tromblee as the new director of technology. The Board of Education approved Tromblee’s appointment at its meeting last week. Tromblee previously served as the director of technology for the Pelham Union Free School District from 2011 … Continue reading “City School District of New Rochelle hires new director of technology”
Auditions for Mount Vernon Performing and Visual Arts Magnet School to be held March 3 and 4 at Mount Vernon High School
MOUNT VERNON, N.Y. (Feb. 17, 2017) – The Mount Vernon Performing and Visual Arts Magnet School will host auditions for students entering the sixth to ninth grade in September 2017. The auditions are at 5 p.m. on Friday, March 3, and 9 a.m. on Saturday, March 4 at Mount Vernon High School. The auditions will … Continue reading “Auditions for Mount Vernon Performing and Visual Arts Magnet School to be held March 3 and 4 at Mount Vernon High School”
Barnes & Noble Book Fair Scheduled for March 11
MOUNT VERNON, N.Y. (Feb. 16, 2017) – The Mount Vernon City School District will host its Barnes & Noble Book Fair from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. on March 11. It will be located at the Barnes & Noble Eastchester, 680 Post Road, Scarsdale, NY 10583. The event is part of the Superintendent’s Reading Challenge. … Continue reading “Barnes & Noble Book Fair Scheduled for March 11”
Stay Warm at Orange County’s Indoor Attractions
Winter is the perfect season to visit museums and more in the Hudson Valley. ORANGE COUNTY, N.Y. (February 15, 2017) – Bad weather doesn’t have to mean a day at home on the couch. In fact, it’s the perfect time of year to take in all of the great indoor attractions Orange County has to … Continue reading “Stay Warm at Orange County’s Indoor Attractions”
School District Graduation Rate Jumps 6 Percentage Points
Increase shows that the district and its students are advancing the mission of the 20/20 Vision, Superintendent Dr. Hamilton says MOUNT VERNON, N.Y. (Feb. 14, 2017) – The student graduation rate within the Mount Vernon City School District has grown an exceptional 6 percentage points in 2016. The New York State Education Department today announced … Continue reading “School District Graduation Rate Jumps 6 Percentage Points”