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Middletown/Harris, NY – The Greater Hudson Valley Health System Medical Group is pleased to announce the following new providers to its team: Kathleen Wesa, MD (Hospital Medicine) obtained her medical degree from University of Minnesota Medical School in Minneapolis, MN. Dr. Wesa completed her Residency training in Internal Medicine and a Rheumatology Fellowship at Hennepin … Continue reading “New Providers Join Greater Hudson Valley Health System Medical Group”

A day of education to inform expecting families of various helpful programs April 9 – Harris, N.Y. – Catskill Regional Medical Center (CRMC) will host its Birth & Baby Fest, on Sunday, April 28, 2019 from 1:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m. at Catskill Regional Medical Center, 68 Harris-Bushville Road, in Harris, NY. The event is free … Continue reading “Catskill Regional Medical Center to Host a Free Birth & Baby Fest for Local Moms-to-Be”

A day to educate and empower the public on the importance of advance care planning. Harris, NY – Catskill Regional Medical Center, along with other national, state and community organizations, are leading a massive effort to highlight the importance of advance healthcare decision-making – an effort that has culminated in the formal designation of April … Continue reading “Catskill Regional Medical Center to Participate in National Healthcare Decisions Day on April 16”

Galloway is founder & chairman of Legacy Growth Partners, first African-American sports owner in NY history POUGHKEEPSIE, N.Y. (April 4, 2019) – Hudson Valley Economic Development Corp. (HVEDC), which has announced its intent to merge with the Westchester County Association (WCA), welcomed Corey Galloway, Founder & Chairman, Legacy Growth Partners, LLC (LGP), and Chief Executive … Continue reading “HVEDC Welcomes New York Streets Arena Football Team CEO Corey Galloway to Its Board of Directors”

Awards were given for excellence in arts and culture; citizenship; sports leadership; technology; and community service. NEW ROCHELLE, N.Y. (April 8, 2019) – Four New Rochelle High School seniors and four community leaders were celebrated Thursday night at the annual New Rochelle Fund for Educational Excellence Gala at the elegant Surf Club on the Sound. … Continue reading “Gala Honors Four NRHS Seniors and Four Community Members”

WHITE PLAINS, N.Y. (April 5, 2019) – The Westchester County Association (WCA) and Hudson Valley Economic Development Corporation (HVEDC) held its All Access Healthcare: Inside the Key Issues Facing New York State event to discuss important issues that impact the region’s hospital and healthcare system, and the direct impacts of those issues on the local … Continue reading “WCA/HVEDC Hosts All Access Healthcare Event to Explore Key Policy Issues in New York”

Festivities include egg hunt, special holiday crafts, music and much more for local children. LIBERTY, N.Y. (April 4, 2019) – Bring your Easter baskets and get ready to have fun. On Saturday, April 13, 2019 the Town of Liberty Parks & Recreation will kick off its annual Easter Egg Hunt. All activities are free thanks … Continue reading “Town of Liberty Announces Annual Easter Egg Hunt for Saturday, April 13, 2019”

When it comes to cigarettes, even having one a day is no good. Every cigarette increases your risk of a wide range of serious health issues, including lung disease, emphysema, lung cancer, COPD, as well as heart disease, stroke and more. The factors that influence why and how often we smoke are numerous; some are … Continue reading “Now’s the Time to go Tobacco Free”

Smoking is an independent major risk factor for many things, including heart disease and stroke. In fact, incidence of heart attack is increased six fold in women and three fold in men who smoke at least 20 cigarettes a day, compared to those who do not smoke. It is also important to note that this … Continue reading “Answers to Burning Questions About Smoking”

Middletown, NY- Mary Kate Revella, Greater Hudson Valley Health System Director of Cardiology Services, has been selected as the 2019 Tri-County American Heart Association’s Heart Walk Committee Chair. Orange Regional Medical Center is the ‘Healthy For Good’ Sponsor of this year’s Heart Walk to be held on May 5 at Lake Welch Beach, in Harriman … Continue reading “Greater Hudson Valley Health System’s Director of Cardiology Services Selected as the 2019 Tri-County American Heart Association’s Heart Walk Committee Chair”

Paul Nebrasky shares the benefits of using smart technology for household plumbing MONROE, N.Y.  (April 3, 2019) –– Nebrasky, Plumbing, Heating & Cooling, an award-winning Hudson Valley business, recently introduced a line of smart tech plumbing services to its customers. In recent years, the plumbing industry has seen a growing trend of homeowners installing smart … Continue reading “Nebrasky Plumbing, Heating & Cooling Introduces Smart Tech Plumbing Services”

Outgoing Club President is installed as Lieutenant Governor for Orange and Sullivan counties GOSHEN, N.Y. (April 1, 2019) – Just two years ago, Burke Catholic High School didn’t even have a Key Club. Now, the young club is fifty plus members strong and thriving. 6 of its officers took part in the Kiwanis International New … Continue reading “Burke Catholic’s Key Club Officers Take Part in Leadership Training Conference”

Washington’s Headquarters, Constitution Island, and West Point are among the county’s historical sites, houses, and tours ORANGE COUNTY, N.Y. (April 1, 2019) – Henry Hudson was the first of many travelers to visit Orange County, N.Y., when he sailed up the Hudson River and into Cornwall Bay in 1609. George Washington, Noah Webster, and Stephen … Continue reading “Uncover National Treasures at Orange County, N.Y. Historical Sites”

Proceeds from the March 29 basketball game will benefit Puppies Behind Bars Goshen, N.Y. (March 29, 2019) – On Friday, March 29, 2019, students from Burke Catholic’s National Honor Society and Key Club hosted a charity basketball game benefiting Puppies Behind Bars. The game took place at the John S. Burke Catholic High School, located … Continue reading “John S. Burke Catholic High School Key Club, National Honor Society Host Charity Basketball Game for Puppies Behind Bars”

Fun-filled camp at Hanofee Park offers games, adventure and much more. LIBERTY, N.Y. (March 29, 2019) – Registration will begin on Monday, April 1, 2019 for the popular Hanofee Park Summer Day Camp in the Town of Liberty. Town of Liberty residents can register their children beginning at 8:00 a.m. in the Town of Liberty … Continue reading “Town of Liberty 2019 Summer Day Camp Registration Starts Next Week”

WHITE PLAINS, N.Y. (March 28, 2019) – The Westchester County Association (WCA) and Hudson Valley Economic Development Corporation (HVEDC) held thought-provoking panel discussions at their Investing in Our Digital Future: Exploring the Impacts of Next Gen Technology event earlier this week. “Today our conversation will focus on the direct impact of high speed and wireless … Continue reading “WCA/HVEDC Host Investing in Our Digital Future: Exploring the Impacts of Next Gen Technology”

Harris, N.Y. – Catskill Regional Medical Center recently appointed Marie Kohl as Director of Development. Ms. Kohl works closely with the Catskill Regional Medical Center Foundation and the Callicoon Auxiliary to support philanthropy for the organization. “Our Foundation and Auxiliary have strong traditions and support from community volunteers,” said Chief Executive Officer Jonathan Schiller. “Adding Ms. … Continue reading “Catskill Regional Medical Center Appoints Director of Development”

Unanimous vote lends more positive momentum to long-awaited plan for grocery store, new retail in village GOSHEN, N.Y. (March 27, 2019) – On March 26, 2019, the Goshen Planning Board unanimously voted to give award-winning Hudson Valley Developer, Fareri Associates, LP, conditional site plan approval to move forward with its proposal for the new Goshen … Continue reading “GOSHEN PLAZA DEVELOPMENT TEAM RECEIVES KEY APPROVALS”