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Explore the county’s more than 24 wineries, distilleries, breweries, and cideries ORANGE COUNTY, N.Y. (October 18, 2018) – Ghosts and terrifying haunts aren’t the only spirits attracting visitors to Orange County, N.Y. this fall. Home to 24 craft beverage locations, including Brotherhood, America’s oldest winery, and the Angry Orchard Innovation Cider House, Orange County offers … Continue reading “Experience Orange County, N.Y. through Craft Beverage”

NEW WINDSOR, N.Y. (October 18, 2018) – The Orange County Industrial Development Agency Chairman Robert T. Armistead announced last Thursday that he will be retiring from the organization’s Board of Directors at the end of October. IDA Vice Chairwoman Mary Ellen Rogulski was unanimously voted by the board to replace Armistead, effective immediately. Rogulski will … Continue reading “Orange County IDA Chairman Robert T. Armistead Retires, Mary Ellen Rogulski Elected as First Board Chairwoman”

Appointment coincides with upcoming job fair for 2018-2019 season WARWICK, N.Y. (October 17, 2018) – Mount Peter, New York’s family mountain, has added a new team member in anticipation of the upcoming 2018-2019 season. Karin Anser has joined Mount Peter as its Human Resources Manager. Anser is new to the position, but not to Mount … Continue reading “Mount Peter Adds New Hire to Human Resources Department”

NEW WINDSOR, N.Y. (October 16, 2018) — Mobile Life Support Services, the largest emergency medical provider in the Hudson Valley, will host an Open House in Dutchess County. The catered event will take place at Mobile Life Station 26, located at 16 Pershing Avenue, Poughkeepsie, N.Y., on Tuesday, October 23, 2018, from 5 to 8 … Continue reading “Mobile Life Support Services to Host Open House in Poughkeepsie for EMS, Healthcare Professionals”

High School is once again able to host home track meets for its athletes Goshen, N.Y. (October 13, 2018) – During halftime of its Homecoming football game Saturday, Burke Catholic High School celebrated the completion of the ‘Burke Catholic on Track for 2018 Campaign’ to benefit its students and the BC community. The official unveiling … Continue reading “Burke Catholic Crosses the Finish Line, Celebrates New Track”

NEW WINDSOR, N.Y. (October 12, 2018) – The Orange County Industrial Development Agency had two major announcements at Thursday’s board meeting: Robert T. Armistead will retire as Chairman on Nov. 1, and The Accelerator, a certified New York State incubator focused on bringing manufacturing back to the mid-Hudson Valley, will have created more than 100 … Continue reading “Orange County IDA Robert T. Armistead to Retire as Chairman, The Accelerator Reports 100 Jobs to Be Filled by End of Year”

Nebrasky recognized family and employees at anniversary dinner MONROE, N.Y.  (Oct. 12, 2018) –– Nebrasky Plumbing, Heating & Cooling, an award-winning Hudson Valley business, recently celebrated its 30th anniversary. Since its founding, Nebrasky has delivered trusted service to residents of Orange, Dutchess and Rockland counties. To commemorate the milestone, President Paul Nebrasky along with his … Continue reading “Nebrasky Plumbing, Heating & Cooling Celebrates 30 Years in Business”

NEW WINDSOR, N.Y. (October 11, 2018) — October is Sudden Cardiac Arrest (SCA) Awareness Month and Mobile Life Support Services, the largest emergency medical provider in the Hudson Valley, offers a series of programs for both the general public and healthcare providers focused on risk modification and emergency care for heart-related issues. According to a … Continue reading “Mobile Life Support Recognizes Sudden Cardiac Arrest Awareness Month with American Heart Association Classes”

WARWICK, N.Y. (October 11, 2018) – Mount Peter, New York’s family mountain, has added a new team member in anticipation of the upcoming 2018-2019 season. Haley Ripa, a Rock Hill, New York native, has joined Mount Peter’s marketing and sales force. Ripa is a graduate of The College at Brockport (SUNY), where she earned a … Continue reading “Mount Peter Adds New Hire to Marketing and Sales Team”

Shoppers can now order food from Woodbury Common’s various eateries using the ‘Woodbury Quick Eats’ food delivery app CENTRAL VALLEY, N.Y. (October 11, 2018) — Woodbury Common Premium Outlets has made it easier for shoppers to refuel with a meal from one of the Outlets several onsite eateries with the launch of ‘Woodbury Quick Eats.’ … Continue reading “Woodbury Common Premium Outlets Launches Onsite Food Delivery Service for Visitors, Employees”

Eligible property owners in Mount Vernon will receive tax credit checks by October MOUNT VERNON, N.Y. (October 9, 2018) — The Mount Vernon City School District recently announced that area residents may be eligible to receive property tax credits. The credit is a result of the District’s successful compliance with the 2018 New York State … Continue reading “Mount Vernon City School District Complies with 2018 Property Tax Cap, Residents to Receive Property Relief Credit Checks”

GOSHEN, N.Y. (Monday, October 9, 2018) – Hudson Valley Economic Development Corporation (HVEDC) and the Westchester County Association (WCA) launched a strategic partnership  to grow specific industry sectors such as healthcare and real estate, expand on each others’ workforce development initiatives, and close the digital divide through programs that promote gigabit-speed broadband connectivity. Leaders of … Continue reading “HVEDC and Westchester County Association Form Strategic Partnership”

GOSHEN, N.Y. (October 8, 2018) – Hudson Valley Economic Development Corporation (HVEDC) announced the appointment of Matt Rand, CEO of Better Homes and Gardens Rand Realty, to its Board of Directors. Rand is also Managing Partner of Rand Commercial, as well as Hudson United Mortgage, Hudson United Title Services and Hudson United Insurance Services. Under … Continue reading “HVEDC Welcomes Better Homes and Gardens Rand Realty CEO to Board of Directors”

Liberty gives residents opportunity to shop, explore, and dine in New York City LIBERTY, N.Y. (October 8, 2018) – The Town of Liberty Parks and Recreation Department is offering residents a chance to enjoy a day in New York City, without the worry of seeking transportation. The trip, which will be held on November 18, … Continue reading “Town of Liberty Parks and Recreation Department Sponsors Bus Trip to NYC”