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Aragon oversees New Rochelle’s award-winning, multi-billion-dollar redevelopment initiative GOSHEN, N.Y. (January 11, 2019) – Hudson Valley Economic Development Corp. (HVEDC) has welcomed Luiz Aragon, Development Commissioner with the City of New Rochelle, to its Board of Directors. In his role, Aragon oversees the City of New Rochelle’s Department of Development, which is currently in the … Continue reading “HVEDC Welcomes City of New Rochelle Development Commissioner Luiz Aragon to Board of Directors”

Applications now being accepted for 2019 season. LIBERTY, N.Y. (January 9, 2019) – The Town of Liberty Parks and Recreation Department is now accepting applications for summer seasonal employment opportunities. The department employs over 30 seasonal employees to provide a wide variety of services throughout the summer season. Available positions include: ground maintenance technicians, Renaissance … Continue reading “Town of Liberty Announces Summer Employment Opportunities”

GOSHEN, N.Y. (January 7, 2019) – Hudson Valley Economic Development Corp. (HVEDC) announces the appointment of Stewart D. Petrovits, President of Blacktop Maintenance Corp., to its Board of Directors. Blacktop Maintenance Corp. (BTM) was established in 1973 by David Petrovits as a Jennite sealing company completing driveway and residential projects and expanded its services into … Continue reading “HVEDC Welcomes Stewart D. Petrovits to Its Board of Directors”

Embrace the season at slopes, ice rinks, and scenic parklands just an hour from NYC  ORANGE COUNTY, N.Y. (January 4, 2019) – Warm up to winter in the Hudson Valley with fun outdoor experiences in Orange County, N.Y. Get away to ski slopes; ice rinks; horseback riding stables; and hiking and mountain biking trails that deliver … Continue reading “Outdoor Fun Takes the Chill Off of Winter in Orange County, N.Y.”

GOSHEN, N.Y. (January 3, 2019) – Timothy P. McElduff Jr., a long-time attorney with extensive experience in Surrogate Court matters and a partner at a leading Orange County law firm, announced today that he will seek election for his first term as Orange County Surrogate, a seat that will be vacated by retiring Judge Robert … Continue reading “Timothy P. McElduff Jr. Announces Bid for Orange County Surrogate Judge Seat”

The new stores include Golden Goose, Sugarfina, Burt’s Bees, Eton and Forever 21  CENTRAL VALLEY, N.Y. (January 2, 2019) — Golden Goose Deluxe Brand, a high fashion sneaker company headquartered in Venice, Italy, and Forever 21, an American fashion company, are among five new retailers opening at Woodbury Common Premium Outlets in the coming months. … Continue reading “Woodbury Common Premium Outlets to Welcome Five New Retailers”

GOSHEN, N.Y. (January 2, 2019) – Hudson Valley Economic Development Corp. (HVEDC) has announced the appointment of A. Alan Seidman, Executive Director of the Construction Contractors Association of the Hudson Valley(CCA), to its Board of Directors. CCA, based in Newburgh, N.Y., was founded more than 60 years ago by five local contractors whose goal was … Continue reading “HVEDC Welcomes Construction Contractors Association of the Hudson Valley Executive Director A. Alan Seidman to Board of Directors”

GOSHEN, N.Y. (December 19, 2018) – The Hudson Valley Economic Development Corp. (HVEDC) is pleased to announce the appointment of David Yellen, President of Marist College, to represent the institution on its Board of Directors. Marist College is located on the banks of the historic Hudson River in Poughkeepsie, where its state-of-the-art campus prepares students … Continue reading “HVEDC Welcomes Marist College President David Yellen to Board of Directors”

NEW WINDSOR, N.Y. (December 14, 2018) – The Orange County Industrial Development Agency on Thursday adopted initial resolutions for a public hearing for a 70,000-square-foot expansion at Goshen, N.Y.-based King Zak Industries, Inc. and the creation of a Fairfield Inn by Marriot on the campus of New York Stewart International Airport in New Windsor, N.Y. … Continue reading “Orange County IDA Adopts Resolutions for Hotel on Stewart International Airport Campus, Warehouse Expansion in Goshen”

Make the last night of 2018 one for the books at an Orange County New Year’s celebration ORANGE COUNTY, N.Y. (December 17, 2018) – From dance parties to black-tie affairs, there’s a festive event for everyone to ring in the New Year in Orange County, N.Y. Visit a local brewery for live music and craft … Continue reading “Count Down to 2019 with Fun, Festive New Year’s Eve Events in Orange County, N.Y.”

More than 50 students perform in choral and band concert Goshen, N.Y. (December 14, 2018) – Students at John S. Burke Catholic High School performed against a backdrop of freshly fallen snow at the school’s annual Christmas concert on Thursday, Dec. 13. Members of the Burke Catholic chorus and band performed classic holiday tunes for … Continue reading “Burke Catholic Students Fill High School with Cheer at Annual Christmas Concert”

Four students created an app which will represent the 16th Congressional District in national competition MOUNT VERNON, N.Y. (December 14, 2018) — A mobile application created by four students at The Mount Vernon High School was selected as a winner in the nationwide Congressional App Challenge. Representing the 16th Congressional District, the students’ application will … Continue reading “The Mount Vernon High School Students’ Mobile App Selected as 2018 Congressional App Challenge Winner”

Event marks 83 years of delivering wintertime fun WARWICK, N.Y. (December 12, 2018) – As of December 15 and 16, it’s all downhill for New York’s family mountain – in a good way! Mount Peter kicks off its 2018-2019 season this coming Saturday and Sunday. Thanks to newly extended snowmaking capabilities on the mountain, and … Continue reading “Mount Peter Announces Opening Weekend of the 2018-2019 Season”

LIBERTY, N.Y. (December 11, 2018) – With the winter season now 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 the Parks & Recreation’s special ski pass program, offering two passes for the price … Continue reading “Town of Liberty Parks & Recreation Announces 2018-2019 Special Ski Pass Program for Residents”

Students provide haircuts, spa treatments to parents and children residing at the House  MOUNT VERNON, N.Y. (December 10, 2018) — As part of an ongoing partnership between the Mount Vernon City School District and the Ronald McDonald House of the Greater Hudson Valley, seven students enrolled in The Mount Vernon High School cosmetology career and … Continue reading “The Mount Vernon High School Cosmetology Students Spread Holiday Cheer, Volunteer Services to Ronald McDonald House Families”

Share in some beautiful holiday music this Christmas season!                                 ORANGE COUNTY, N.Y. (December 10, 2018) – Need a break from holiday shopping? Relax to some beautiful seasonal music at unique venues around Orange County, N.Y.  From Yule-tide carols being sung by a choir to lighter tunes you know by heart, the sounds of the holiday … Continue reading “Holiday Music Makes Spirits Bright in Orange County, N.Y.”