Year: 2018

Taxpayers expected to benefit from a lower interest rate on the district’s capital project bond. MOUNT VERNON, N.Y. (November 28, 2018) — The Mount Vernon City School District (MVCSD) has received welcome news from one of Wall Street’s top ratings agencies. For the second year in a row, the district received an A1 underlying rating … Continue reading “Mount Vernon City School District Receives Strong Bond Ratings from Moody’s Investor Services”

NEW WINDSOR, N.Y. (November 28, 2018) — Mobile Life Support Services, the largest emergency medical provider in the Hudson Valley, was recently recognized for its contributions to the EMS community at the annual EMS Connections Conference hosted by Dutchess County Community College. Five of the company’s paramedics were also recognized for their continued efforts in … Continue reading “Mobile Life Support Services, Employees Recognized for Support of EMS Community, Education”

Youth basketball and wrestling program helps to keep kids active this winter season.   LIBERTY, N.Y. (November 21, 2018) – Town of Liberty children can have fun and stay active this winter despite the cold weather. Registration is now open for recreational youth basketball and wrestling programs hosted by the Town of Liberty Parks and Recreation … Continue reading “Town of Liberty Opens Registration for Youth Winter Recreation Programs”

NEW WINDSOR, N.Y. (November 20, 2018) — AAA predicts more than 54 million people will travel 50 miles or more from home during the Thanksgiving holiday weekend, which has one of the highest rates of serious motor vehicle accidents in the U.S. Mobile Life Support Services, the largest emergency medical provider in the Hudson Valley, … Continue reading “Mobile Life Support Services Shares Statistics, Safety Tips Ahead of Thanksgiving Weekend”

Find your holiday spirit as you find everything on your gift list at unique shopping venues  ORANGE COUNTY, N.Y. (November 19, 2018) – From the largest designer outlet center in the country to a countryside filled with charming holiday fairs and bazaars, Orange County’s   outstanding gift venues will make your holiday shopping experience a jolly … Continue reading “Holiday Shopping’s More Fun in Orange County, New York”

NEW WINDSOR, N.Y. (November 15, 2018) – The Orange County Industrial Development Agency on Wednesday adopted an initial resolution for a public hearing regarding a Holiday Inn Express to replace the former Steak & Stein restaurant, located at 935 Union Avenue in New Windsor, N.Y. Banta Hospitality, LLC seeks a sales and mortgage recording tax … Continue reading “Orange County IDA Adopts Resolution for New Windsor Hotel, Announces 2018 Summary of Successes for The Accelerator”

Nine cosmetology students pampered families at the Ronald McDonald House of the Greater Hudson Valley MOUNT VERNON, N.Y. (November 15, 2018) — Nine students from The Mount Vernon High School cosmetology program recently volunteered their services to pamper families staying at the Ronald McDonald House in Valhalla, N.Y. Through this partnership, the students had an … Continue reading “The Mount Vernon High School Students Volunteer Cosmetology Services to Ronald McDonald House Residents”

GOSHEN, N.Y. (November 15, 2018) – The Hudson Valley Economic Development Corp. (HVEDC) announced the appointment of Eric Diamond, Senior Vice President and Director of Group Benefits for Marshall & Sterling Insurance, to its Board of Directors. The Poughkeepsie-based Marshall & Sterling Insurance, Inc. is a 100% employee-owned company of more than 430 insurance specialists … Continue reading “HVEDC Welcomes Eric Diamond of Marshall & Sterling to Board of Directors”

NEW WINDSOR, N.Y. (November 14, 2018) – The Orange County Industrial Development Agency announced today that Michael Gaydos of Newburgh, N.Y., has been appointed as the newest member of the IDA’s Board of Directors. Gaydos fills the vacancy following former Chairman Robert T. Armistead’s retirement last month. “The IDA has been instrumental in fostering economic … Continue reading “Orange County IDA Board Appoints Michael Gaydos as New Member”

Collaboration Between New York’s Premier Integrated Commercial Casino Resort Destination and World’s Largest Online Sports Betting Operator Positions Resorts World Catskills as Leading NY State Sports Betting and Gaming Destination bet365 to Invest up to $50 Million to Become Empire Resorts, Inc.’s Second Largest Shareholder Kien Huat Realty III, Ltd. Commits up to $126 Million … Continue reading “Empire Resorts and bet365 Forge Strategic Alliance to Offer Sports Betting and Online Gaming in New York State at Resorts World Catskills”

NEW WINDSOR, N.Y. (November 13, 2018) — Emily Smith, Director of Human Resources for Mobile Life Support Services, the largest emergency medical provider in the Hudson Valley, recently spoke at the American Heart Association’s 15th annual Go Red for Women Luncheon. The event, which focuses on preventing heart disease and stroke by promoting healthy lifestyles … Continue reading “Mobile Life Support Services Director of Human Resources Speaks at American Heart Association Go Red for Women Event”

Ongoing efforts show support and respect. South Fallsburg, N.Y. (November 9, 2018) – Rolling V Bus Corp., a Catskill Region-based school bus transportation company, continues to support and salute veterans and first responders through ongoing company culture and recruitment efforts. Of all Rolling V employees, nearly 15% are veterans and first responders. This military lineage … Continue reading “Rolling V Bus Corp. Salutes Veterans and First Responders”

New snowguns to be in place for start of 2018-2019 season WARWICK, N.Y. (November 8, 2018) – Mount Peter, New York’s family mountain, is upgrading its snowmaking operation prior to the start of the 2018-2019 season with the addition of 11 new snowguns. The purchase and installation is made possible by a grant from the … Continue reading “Mount Peter Receives New York State Grant to Bolster Snowmaking Capacity”

GOSHEN, N.Y. (November 6, 2018) – The Hudson Valley Economic Development Corp. (HVEDC) announced the appointment of Robert O. Sanders, Jr., Founding Partner and Managing Partner of Hospitality Resource Group, Inc. (HRG), to its Board of Directors. Sanders has worked for a variety of prestigious, world-renowned companies in the hospitality industry as a management leader … Continue reading “HVEDC Welcomes Robert O. Sanders, Jr., CMP of Hospitality Resource Group to its Board of Directors”

Stay active and warm in Winter Months with Adult Pickle Ball and Indoor Walking LIBERTY, N.Y. (November 5, 2018) – Despite the swiftly approaching cold weather, the Town of Liberty Parks and Recreation Department has started two programs to help residents and non-residents stay active during the cold, winter season. Adult Pickle Ball is available … Continue reading “Town of Liberty Parks & Recreation Present Indoor Winter Activities”

GOSHEN, N.Y. (November 2, 2018) – Hudson Valley Economic Development Corporation (HVEDC) announced the appointment of Melissa McCoy, CFRE, Chief Advancement Officer for Abilities First, to its advisory board. McCoy joined Abilities First in December 2014, and has since led the organization’s advancement initiatives, including marketing, communications, philanthropy, community relations and business development. Abilities First … Continue reading “HVEDC Advisory Board Welcomes Melissa McCoy of Abilities First”