Year: 2022

August 15, 2022 – Coffee connoisseurs and casual sippers know the kick their favorite brewed bean delivers, but now there’s something to perk up java drinkers even more – an Upstate Coffee Crawl! We are thrilled to announce the second annual Upstate Coffee Crawl! You may ask; What is a Coffee Crawl? Well buckle up! … Continue reading “Coffee Crawl Returns to Orange and Sullivan Counties (and Pennsylvania)”

Discounts, specials, free T-shirt offer to trail blazers ORANGE COUNTY, N.Y. (August 10, 2022) – Now there’s even more reason to visit Orange County, N.Y.’s many craft breweries, wineries, distilleries and cideries. Orange County Tourism & Film has introduced its Taste the Craft Beverage Trail, making it easier and more rewarding to visit and love … Continue reading “Keep on Sippin’ on the Taste the Craft Orange County, N.Y. Beverage Trail”

ORANGE COUNTY, N.Y. (July 25, 2022) – Escaping summer heat and finding adventure is easy in Orange County, N.Y. Visit one of its majestic rivers or scenic lakes for a swim, a cruise or a paddleboarding, kayaking or canoe excursion. If you are feeling adventurous, consider hydroflying on a Flyboard on Greenwood Lake. It is … Continue reading “Cool Down With Fun Water Activities in Orange County, N.Y.! Whether Swimming, Kayaking, Canoeing or Flyboarding, Summer Adventure in Orange County Begins on the Water”

The $2,500 David T. Cocks Scholarship is Granted in Memory of a Former Bank President Who “Exemplified the Definition of Character” MONTGOMERY, N.Y. (July 21, 2022) – Steven Tripodianos, a member of the Washingtonville High School class of 2022 and a tireless community volunteer pursuing a career in the U.S. military, has earned the Walden … Continue reading “Washingtonville High School Senior Pursuing Military Career Wins Walden Savings Bank Scholarship”

Longtime Hudson Valley Resident Brings 37 Years of Experience to Firm POUGHKEEPSIE, N.Y. (July 15, 2022) – Donald J. Petruncola, an award-winning architect with 37 years of experience designing buildings throughout the Hudson Valley and New York State, has been hired as Director of Architectural Services for Tinkelman Architecture in Poughkeepsie. Petruncola brings a broad … Continue reading “Tinkelman Architecture Hires Donald Petruncola as Director of Architectural Services”

Employees’ Contributions to Causes Close to Their Hearts Will Benefit Community MONTGOMERY, N.Y. (July 14, 2022) – Walden Savings Bank, in honor of its 150th anniversary, has donated $1,500 each to four community organizations that serve cancer patients, advocate for the LGBTQ+ community, and help young people in need of mentors and pets in need … Continue reading “Walden Savings Bank Donates to Four Community Organizations that Focus on Quality of Life”

The County’s Newest Summer To-Do List Established Just in Time for National Ice Cream Day, ‘Sundae’ July 17th ORANGE COUNTY, N.Y. (July 14, 2022) – There’s no greater taste of summer than that of rich, sweet, creamy ice cream. In Orange County, N.Y., the treat comes in an array of flavors longer than any wish … Continue reading “For the Sweet Taste of Summer, Explore Orange County, N.Y.’s New Ice Cream Trail”

Community Feedback to Continue to Play Vital Role in Shaping Development SAUGERTIES, N.Y. (July 14, 2022) – The Saugerties Town Board Wednesday night issued a “positive declaration” regarding Winston Farm, a transformative development planned on premium property adjacent to the New York State Thruway’s Exit 20. The positive declaration sets the stage for the next … Continue reading “Positive Declaration for Winston Farm Advances Project to Next Stage of Review by the Town of Saugerties”

$1 Billion Project, One of New York State’s Largest, Will be an Economic Powerhouse with Unique Culinary, Residential and Recreational Options                                                                        … Continue reading “Bellefield at Historic Hyde Park Secures $54 Million in Financing As Vertical Construction Begins”

William B. Ward Elementary School’s Moving-Up ceremonies, held over two days, were memorable experiences for 159 fifth-graders and their families. “I’m proud of the entire staff, students, and families at Ward for overcoming the obstacles that we faced the last couple of years,” said Principal Franco Miele. Student speakers from each class – Brandon Brucaj, … Continue reading “Ward: Deep Pride as 159 Students Move Up”

New Rochelle High School sophomores participating in the school’s prestigious Science Research Program won 12 awards at the recent Somers Science Fair. The Somers Science Fair gives first-year science research students an opportunity to share their proposed research projects. This year, there were 526 projects from 35 schools, evaluated by more than 370 judges. Congratulations to … Continue reading “Science Research Stars Shine Again: Sophomores Earn Prestige, Winning 12 Awards”

ORANGE COUNTY, N.Y. (June 9, 2022) – Summer is here and it’s time for Orange County N.Y.’s fairs and celebrations, which will have revelers looking to the sky for fireworks and fighter jets, to the stages for music of all kinds, and to days past, filled with knights, acrobats and entertainers. “In summer, the thrills, the … Continue reading “Summertime Brings Festivals, Fireworks, Air Force Flyers and a Renaissance Faire”

The New Rochelle High School chapter of the National Science Honor Society inducted 44 students and recognized 17 returning seniors in its annual induction ceremony Wednesday. The inducted students maintained a grade-point average of 85 or better in all science courses, including Advanced Placement courses, and completed 20 hours of community service in science. Returning … Continue reading “Ingenuity on Display: Science Honor Society Inducts 44”

New this year: Angry Orchard in Walden Adds ‘Extra-terroirestrial Disco Party! ORANGE COUNTY, N.Y. (May 31, 2022) – Main Street in Pine Bush will become the hottest spot in the galaxy when the Pine Bush UFO Fair returns on Saturday, June 4 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. In its 11th year, the fair is going … Continue reading “UFO Fair to Make Pine Bush in Orange County, N.Y. the Center of the Galaxy”

Melissa Blough Brings More Than 20 Years of Lending Experience and Customer Service Expertise MONTGOMERY, N.Y. (May 25, 2022) – Walden Savings Bank is pleased to announce the hiring of Melissa Blough, a banking executive with more than 20 years of experience in residential and consumer lending, as its new Senior Vice President, Retail Lending. … Continue reading “Walden Savings Bank Hires New Senior Vice President, Retail Lending”

EASTON, Pa. (May. 24, 2022) – Maryellen Knitter, a healthcare professional with 28 years of experience, has been named Director of Life Enrichment at Renaissance Home Forks, one of four residential communities in eastern Pennsylvania that make up Renaissance Senior Homes. Knitter strategizes, organizes and oversees the many activities residents enjoy, such as games, movie nights … Continue reading “Renaissance Senior Homes Appoints a New Director of Life Enrichment”

   “Agrihood,” the First in the Northeast, Will Be a Prime Draw, as Will Unique Culinary, Residential and Recreational Options HYDE PARK, N.Y. (May 23, 2022) – Bellefield Development Partners, an affiliate of T-Rex Capital Group, LLC, has announced an important milestone: Construction has begun on The Inn at Bellefield by Residence Inn, a hotel … Continue reading “Bellefield at Historic Hyde Park Begins Vertical Construction; $1 Billion Project, One of the Region’s Largest, Will be an Economic Powerhouse”