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POUGHKEEPSIE, N.Y. (May 22, 2019) – Hudson Valley Economic Development Corp. (HVEDC), which recently announced its intent to merge with the Westchester County Association (WCA), welcomed the addition of Steven Tinkelman, the founder of Tinkelman Architecture, to its board of directors. Tinkelman serves as the design principal for Tinkelman Architecture, and handles responsibilities such as … Continue reading “HVEDC Welcomes Steven Tinkelman to its Board of Directors”

Budget supports District’s mission to promote academic success through diverse academic and extracurricular programs MOUNT VERNON, N.Y.  (May 21, 2019) — Voters in the Mount Vernon City School District approved a $256,080,057 budget for the 2019-2020 school year by an 854-244 vote on Tuesday, May 21, 2019. For the fourth time in five years, the … Continue reading “Mount Vernon School District Voters Overwhelmingly Approve 2019-2020 budget”

The $281,067,000 spending plan invests in 20 more positions, resources for special education and building maintenance, and addresses priorities from administrators and the community NEW ROCHELLE, N.Y. (May 21, 2019) – Residents approved the City School District of New Rochelle’s proposed budget for the 2019-2020 school year by a vote of 2,232-1,122. The results remain … Continue reading “Voters Approve 2019-2020 Budget for City School District of New Rochelle”

NEW WINDSOR, N.Y. (May 20, 2019) — In honor of National Stroke Awareness Month, Mobile Life Support Services, the largest emergency medical provider in the Hudson Valley, is raising awareness about stroke by educating the public of its symptoms and methods of prevention. According to the American Stroke Association, stroke is the leading cause of … Continue reading “Mobile Life Support Recognizes National Stroke Awareness Month, Shares Signs, Symptoms and Methods of Prevention”

The premier shopping destination will welcome the first PARM location outside of New York City CENTRAL VALLEY, N.Y. (May 16, 2019) — Woodbury Common Premium Outlets announced today that PARM, a chef-driven, acclaimed casual Italian restaurant named one of the 101 Best Places to Eat in North America by Newsweek, will open at the Outlets … Continue reading “Woodbury Common Premium Outlets Announces Opening of NYC Eatery PARM by Late 2019”

Orange Regional Medical Center in the top 5% in the Nation for Patient Safety Middletown, NY- Orange Regional Medical Center is proud to announce that it is a recipient of the Healthgrades 2019 Patient Safety Excellence Award™ for the third consecutive year. This distinction places Orange Regional Medical Center among the top 5% of all … Continue reading “Orange Regional Medical Center Receives Healthgrades 2019 Patient Safety Excellence Award TM for a Third Year”

WHITE PLAINS, N.Y. (May 15, 2019) – The Westchester County Association (WCA) brought together nearly 300 regional leaders in commercial and residential real estate, as well as government and planning officials and community organizations, for its 3rd Annual Real Estate Summit yesterday. They came together to explore transformational development projects in Westchester and the Hudson … Continue reading “WCA Hosts Third Annual Real Estate Summit to Discuss Development Projects, Energy’s Future and Economic Incentives”

Four new members are inducted into Burke Catholic Hall of Fame Goshen, N.Y. (May 13, 2019) – Supporters, well-wishers and members of the Burke Catholic family gathered earlier this month for the John S. Burke Catholic High School Spring Gala and to celebrate four remarkable individuals who were inducted into its Hall of Fame. The … Continue reading “Burke Catholic High School Holds Spring Gala and Hall of Fame Induction”

Middletown, NY – Orange Regional Medical Center will offer free skin cancer screenings at its Outpatient Services Building located at 707 East Main Street in Middletown, during the week of May 20. Screening participants must be age 18 and older, not under the care of a dermatologist or plastic surgeon in the past year, and … Continue reading “Orange Regional Medical Center Offers Free Skin Cancer Screenings”

The District recently hosted Key Club Charter Ceremony to celebrate the reestablishment of student-led service organization MOUNT VERNON, N.Y. (May 13, 2019) — On April 25, 2019, members of the administration of Mount Vernon City School District and The Mount Vernon High School joined officers and members of the Mount Vernon Kiwanis to celebrate the … Continue reading “Mount Vernon City School District Celebrates Re-chartering of Mount Vernon Key Club, Established in 1958”

NEW WINDSOR, N.Y. (May 10, 2019) — On Monday, May 20, 2019, Orange Regional Medical Center and the Orange County Department of Emergency Services will host a Code Green Campaign event. Emergency medical service (EMS) providers from all over the Hudson Valley, as well as employees, instructors and EMT trainees from Mobile Life Support Services … Continue reading “Mobile Life Support Services Promotes Orange County 911 Code Green Campaign During Mental Health Awareness Month”

The latest free guide to Orange County’s oldest, newest, and most fun attractions just an hour from New York City – is available now! ORANGE COUNTY, N.Y. (May 10, 2019) – Orange County Tourism has unveiled a fun, free, totally revamped, 55-page travel guide, highlighting its multitude of new and famous tourism destinations, as well … Continue reading “Orange County, N.Y.’s 2019 Travel Guide to Fun and Top Attractions Unveiled”

Parade to honor fallen American heroes followed by special service at Liberty Veteran’s Cemetery LIBERTY, N.Y. (May 9, 2019) – The Town of Liberty will hold its Annual Memorial Day Parade and Service on Monday, May 27, 2019 at 11:00 a.m. along the Main Street in the Village of Liberty. The parade is organized by … Continue reading “Town of Liberty to Hold Memorial Day Parade”

Premium Outlet Center is in the planning stages of an expansion to bolster tourism and economic benefits for the region CENTRAL VALLEY, N.Y. (May 9, 2019) — Earlier today, Woodbury Common Premium Outlets outlined new details of its proposed expansion that will bolster tourism and job creation for the region. The center’s plans were unveiled … Continue reading “Woodbury Common Presents Expansion Plans to Orange County Chamber of Commerce, Outlines Predicted Economic Spinoff”

The letters will be distributed during May 11 Honor Flight to Washington, D.C. Goshen, N.Y. (May 8, 2019) – Students enrolled in John S. Burke Catholic High School’s 10th and 11th grade English classes wrote letters to veterans of World War II and the Korean and Cold Wars. The handmade cards will be distributed during … Continue reading “John S. Burke Catholic High School Students Pen Letters to Veterans”

(Middletown, NY) – Orange Regional Medical Center will offer free ‘Stop the Bleed’ training courses from 9:00 a.m. to 10:00 a.m. and from 10:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. on Saturday, May 18, 2019, at Orange Regional Medical Center’s Conference Center located at 707 East Main Street in Middletown, NY. Space is limited and pre-registration is … Continue reading “Orange Regional Medical Center Hosts Free ‘Stop the Bleed’ Training Course”

NEW WINDSOR, N.Y. (May 6, 2019) — Mobile Life Support Services, the largest emergency medical provider in the Hudson Valley, announced today the launch of a Remote Operations Center. This is the first of its kind to be operated by Mobile Life to provide service to the Hudson Valley region. The Remote Operations Center (ROC) … Continue reading “Mobile Life Support Services Announces Launch of Remote Operations Center”

With Phase I construction underway, plans for a high-end, full-service boutique style hotel, conference center and construction of the retail and residential Village Green highlight next steps toward completion of a $500 million hospitality, culinary and sustainable agrihood destination HYDE PARK, N.Y. (May 6, 2019) – Bellefield Development Partners, an affiliate of T-Rex Capital Group, … Continue reading “Bellefield Development Partners Initiates Planning of Phase II to Include Second Hotel at Bellefield at Historic Hyde Park”