Year: 2018

Districtwide initiative supports the early education of Mount Vernon infants and toddlers. MOUNT VERNON, N.Y. (January 25, 2018) –  The Mount Vernon City School District is excited to announce the launch of its Mount Vernon Basics campaign. The District will host a kickoff event on Monday, Jan. 29, 2018 from 6:00 to 7:30 p.m. at … Continue reading “Mount Vernon City School District Introduces ‘Mount Vernon Basics’ Campaign”

Liberty residents can enjoy two ski passes for the price of one this winter season. LIBERTY, N.Y. (January 23, 2018) – With the winter season in full swing, it’s a great time of year to explore all the skiing that Sullivan County has to offer. Residents in the Town of Liberty can take advantage of … Continue reading “Town of Liberty Parks & Recreation Announces Special Ski Pass Program”

  Columbus, Hamilton and Rebecca Turner elementary schools’ success includes double-digit improvement in the Math and English Language Arts scores. MOUNT VERNON, N.Y. (Jan. 22, 2018) — Three Mount Vernon City School District elementary schools have been awarded designation upgrades to Schools in Good Standing by the New York State Education Department (NYSED). Columbus, Hamilton and … Continue reading “Three Mount Vernon City School District elementary schools upgraded to Schools in Good Standing by New York State Department of Education”

The Hudson Valley offers charming destinations for couples this Valentine’s Day weekend ORANGE COUNTY, N.Y. (January 17, 2018) – Celebrate your love this Valentine’s Day with a romantic getaway weekend in Orange County, N.Y. From winery tours to cooking classes, Orange County, N.Y. offers amorous adventures to help every couple spark or rekindle the flame. … Continue reading “Plan Your Romantic Getaway to Orange County, N.Y.”

Luxury gaming resort to welcome the public to the casino on February 8th as state and local dignitaries join executives to commemorate milestone MONTICELLO, N.Y. January 17, 2018 – Resorts World Catskills today announced plans to open the doors of its luxury casino resort to the public for the first time on February 8th*.  The … Continue reading “Resorts World Catskills Announces Early Public Opening for its Casino Resort”

The Kartrite brand celebrates the spirit of exploration and the rebirth of the Catskills as an international destination. MONTICELLO, N.Y. (Jan. 16, 2018) – Ken Ellis and Arthur Berry III, co-owners of the Poconos’ premier adventure destination, Camelback Resort, have announced their next widely anticipated project. The Kartrite Hotel & Indoor Waterpark is being built … Continue reading “Camelback Resort Owners to Open The Kartrite Hotel & Indoor Waterpark”

POUGHKEEPSIE, N.Y. (Jan. 16, 2018) — Angela M. Gervino of Hyde Park, N.Y., has been named Director of Organizational Development at LCS Facility Group, the region’s most experienced and largest provider of facilities solutions. This key role also oversees LCS University, the Company’s training center focused on maintaining the high standards for which LCS is … Continue reading “LCS Facility Group Names Angela Gervino to Director of Organizational Development”

Universal pre-K phase in, eighth-grade configuration part of update presentation for 20/20 Vision MOUNT VERNON, N.Y. (Jan. 12, 2018) – The Mount Vernon City School District administration presented an update to the Board of Education on progress of the 20/20 Vision during the board’s Jan. 9 meeting, which showed the academic transformation is ahead of … Continue reading “Mount Vernon City School District announces details of high schools of choice”

New division addresses growing transportation needs of Catskill region South Fallsburg, N.Y. (January 10, 2018) – Rolling V Bus Corp., a Sullivan County-based passenger transportation company, announced today the creation of a new Specialty Transportation division, as well as several internal promotions. Transportation needs in the Catskill region continue to grow due to a recent … Continue reading “ROLLING V BUS CORP. ANNOUNCES NEW SPECIALTY TRANSPORTATION DIVISION, INTERNAL PROMOTIONS”

Three hundred high school students to receive free cell phones with Internet access. MOUNT VERNON, N.Y. (January 9, 2018) –  The Mount Vernon City School District will provide 300 students with devices and free high-speed Internet access through Sprint’s “1Million Project.” “Ensuring that our students have the tools they need to succeed is a top … Continue reading “Mount Vernon City School District Provides Digital Equity to Students through Sprint’s ‘1Million Project’”

Performances are planned for January 26-28 at Mount Vernon High School. MOUNT VERNON, N.Y. (January 5, 2018) — Theatre lovers are in for a treat when students in the Mount Vernon City School District’s Performing and Visual Arts Magnet School take the stage later this month. The Lion King Jr., produced and directed by Evelyn … Continue reading “Performing and Visual Arts Magnet School will perform ©Disney’s The Lion King Jr.”

POUGHKEEPSIE, N.Y. (January 8, 2018) — Joseph Fairley of Saratoga Springs, N.Y., has been named Vice President of Business Development and Sales at LCS Facility Group, the region’s most experienced and largest provider of facilities solutions. Fairley – who is now part of LCS’ executive team – comes to LCS with a strong background in … Continue reading “LCS Facility Group Names Joseph Fairley as Vice President of Business Development and Sales”

OAKLAND, N.J. (Jan. 4, 2018) – MetroVac’s Vac ‘N, Blo® earned a second place ranking as one of the Top 15 vacuums in the marketplace by Bestcomparer.com, the product buying guide website that helps consumers buy better products. The information and product choices Bestcomparer.com provides are based on analysis, reviewing existing research, factual data, historical … Continue reading “MetroVac’s Vac ‘N, Blo® Car Vacuum/Dryer Earns Second Place Ranking in Bestcomparer.com Product Review”

Hudson Valley terrain provides opportunities for outdoor winter fun ORANGE COUNTY, N.Y. (January 3, 2018) – Even with the holidays behind us, there’s still plenty to look forward to this winter! Walk along one of the Hudson Valley’s picturesque hiking trails or embrace the thrill of jetting down a snow-covered mountain. No matter your preference, Orange … Continue reading “Stay Active This Winter with Outdoor Recreation in Orange County”