Nearly 200 attendees learn about various opportunities surrounding growing sector NEW WINDSOR, N.Y. (Oct. 6, 2017) — Approximately 200 people both inside and outside the film industry came to The Accelerator’s Hudson Valley Film Industry Conference at SUNY Orange’s Kaplan Hall to learn and share ideas about various aspects of the rapidly expanding sector in … Continue reading “The Accelerator Hosts Hudson Valley Film Industry Conference”
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Mount Vernon students meet authors and get tips about writing strategies
Meeting at Barnes & Noble in Eastchester reinforces the importance of ‘creating a voice in writing’ MOUNT VERNON, N.Y. (Oct. 6, 2017) Students from five of the Mount Vernon City School District’s schools recently had a memorable experience meeting authors and learning about writing strategies during a trip to Barnes & Noble in Eastchester on … Continue reading “Mount Vernon students meet authors and get tips about writing strategies”
Camelback Resort to Unveil New Attractions, Expanded Haunted House for Monster Mountain 2017
One-of-a-kind haunted coaster and nighttime zip line attractions all new WHAT: Camelback Resort’s Monster Mountain Opening Night 2017 Learn More » WHEN: Friday, October 6, 6 p.m. until 10 p.m. WHERE: Camelback Resort, 193 Resort Drive, Tannersville, PA 18372 Follow signs to Monster Mountain located at Camelback Mountain Adventures. WHY: Camelback Resort will unveil TWO NEW … Continue reading “Camelback Resort to Unveil New Attractions, Expanded Haunted House for Monster Mountain 2017”
Seven Mount Saint Mary College Students Welcomed Into the Walden Savings Bank Medici Program
Collaborative program introduces business students to the world of arts and nonprofits MONTGOMERY, N.Y. (October 3, 2017) – A new group of Mount Saint Mary College students were welcomed into the Walden Savings Bank Medici Program at a reception held September 20. The students were the third group inducted into the prestigious program since its … Continue reading “Seven Mount Saint Mary College Students Welcomed Into the Walden Savings Bank Medici Program”
Resorts World Catskills to host dealer school information session in Newburgh
Company executives will discuss requirements for becoming a table game dealer; enroll students in free dealer school MONTICELLO, N.Y. (Sept. 26, 2017) – Resorts World Catskills will host an information session on Monday, Oct. 2, in Newburgh to provide details about the casino dealer school it is operating in Orange County and the manner in which interested individuals may register … Continue reading “Resorts World Catskills to host dealer school information session in Newburgh”
Healey Brothers holds Sign and Drive fundraiser to help Burke Catholic raise money for track
School is close to meeting its fundraising goal Goshen, N.Y. (Sept. 28, 2017) – Healey Brothers, Hudson Valley’s largest automotive dealership, will hold a Sign and Drive fundraiser to help raise money for a new track at Burke Catholic High School. The fundraiser will be held at Burke Catholic from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. … Continue reading “Healey Brothers holds Sign and Drive fundraiser to help Burke Catholic raise money for track”
HVEDC Earns IEDC Gold Award for Economic Development Entrepreneurship Excellence for BioInc@NYMC
Award is HVEDC’s third international award and recognition GOSHEN, N.Y. (Sept. 20, 2017) — The Hudson Valley Economic Development Corp. (HVEDC) earned its third international award from the International Economic Development Council (IEDC), presented at the organization’s “Going Global” Annual Conference in Toronto last night. HVEDC received IEDC’s Gold Award, acknowledging Economic Development Entrepreneurship Excellence … Continue reading “HVEDC Earns IEDC Gold Award for Economic Development Entrepreneurship Excellence for BioInc@NYMC”
Aurochemicals dedicates its new, $1.5 million world headquarters expansion
Officials also announce a new 25,000 sq. ft. expansion at Washingtonville location WASHINGTONVILLE, N.Y. — Aurochemicals, the internationally recognized manufacturer of natural aroma ingredients for the flavor and fragrance industry, dedicated its new $1.5 million expansion at a ribbon cutting ceremony on Sept. 21, increasing the total size of its world headquarters to 32,000 sq. … Continue reading “Aurochemicals dedicates its new, $1.5 million world headquarters expansion”
Ken Valenti joins Focus Media to serve on-site role at City of New Rochelle Schools
NEW ROCHELLE, N.Y. (September 26, 2017) – Ken Valenti, a public relations professional with almost three decades of journalism experience, has joined Focus Media – the Hudson Valley’s largest and award-winning, full-service public relations and marketing firm – as a public relations manager. In his new role, Valenti exclusively services the City School District of … Continue reading “Ken Valenti joins Focus Media to serve on-site role at City of New Rochelle Schools”
Burke Catholic Golf Outing Raises $20,000
Funds will bring high school one step closer to a new track. Goshen, N.Y. (September 26, 2017) – One hundred and forty golfers took part in Burke Catholic’s golf outing at the Golf Club at Mansion Ridge in Monroe on Friday. Alumni, faculty, administrators, parents and community members all came out to enjoy a round … Continue reading “Burke Catholic Golf Outing Raises $20,000”
Mount Vernon Adult Education Program registration taking place for English language and high school equivalency diploma classes
MOUNT VERNON, NY. (Sept. 21, 2017) — The Mount Vernon Adult Education Program has begun its free English language and high school equivalency diploma classes at Lincoln Elementary School at 170 E. Lincoln Ave. Open registration takes place Monday through Thursday, from 7 to 8:30 p.m. Classes are in session Monday through Thursday, from 7 … Continue reading “Mount Vernon Adult Education Program registration taking place for English language and high school equivalency diploma classes”
Aurochemicals to hold ribbon cutting for world headquarters expansion on Sept. 21 and announce additional plans
WHO: Aurochemicals leadership and staff along with Orange County elected officials and business leaders. Speakers include NYS Assemblyman James Skoufis, Orange County Executive Steve Neuhaus, Village of Washingtonville Mayor Joseph Bucco, Orange County Chamber of Commerce President Lynn Cione and Orange County Partnership President Maureen Halahan. WHAT: Ribbon cutting to officially mark the opening of … Continue reading “Aurochemicals to hold ribbon cutting for world headquarters expansion on Sept. 21 and announce additional plans”
Hikers Head to Orange County Trails
The Hudson Valley’s diverse terrain draws hikers of all abilities. ORANGE COUNTY, N.Y. (September 19, 2017) – From rugged climbs with scenic views to leisurely nature walks, Orange County has parks and trails to satisfy hikers of all experience levels. There’s no better place or time to take a hike than the Hudson Valley in … Continue reading “Hikers Head to Orange County Trails”
Mount Vernon City School District welcomes parents for curriculum nights on Sept. 26 and 27
MOUNT VERNON, N.Y. (Sept. 19, 2017) – The Mount Vernon City School District will host “Bridges to Success: Welcome Back Curriculum Night” on Sept. 26 and 27. Parents are invited to come learn how to successfully navigate their child through their curriculum. There will be two nights, based on the child’s grade level: Pre-K to … Continue reading “Mount Vernon City School District welcomes parents for curriculum nights on Sept. 26 and 27”
Graham Elementary School Alumni Association presents 50 backpacks filled with school supplies to Graham Elementary School
MOUNT VERNON, NY. (Sept. 15, 2017) — Representatives of the Graham Elementary School Alumni Association presented 50 backpacks filled with school supplies to school officials to hand out to first-graders on Sept. 12, marking the second year the group has done so. The association is looking to do this every year as a way of … Continue reading “Graham Elementary School Alumni Association presents 50 backpacks filled with school supplies to Graham Elementary School”
Goshen Town Board approves amendments to town’s comprehensive plan and adopts Local Law No. 5
Plans continue in the approval process for LEGOLAND® New York GOSHEN, N.Y. (Sept. 14, 2017) – The approval process for LEGOLAND® New York continues after the Goshen Town Board’s approval of amendments to the town’s comprehensive plan and zoning law in a 4-1 vote tonight, Sept. 14 following a public hearing. The Town Board’s vote … Continue reading “Goshen Town Board approves amendments to town’s comprehensive plan and adopts Local Law No. 5”
Burke Catholic Students Organize a Key Club for Community Service
The new club is sponsored by the Middletown Kiwanis Club. Goshen, N.Y. (September 13, 2017) – Students at John S. Burke Catholic High School have another extra-curricular club to choose from this year. Burke Catholic is the most recent high school in the Hudson Valley to start a Key Club. The goal of this student-run … Continue reading “Burke Catholic Students Organize a Key Club for Community Service”
Graham Elementary School Alumni Association to present backpacks filled with school supplies to first-graders on Sept. 12
WHAT: The Graham Elementary School Alumni Association will present 50 backpacks filled with school supplies to school officials to hand out to first-graders. WHO: Representatives of the Graham Elementary School Alumni Association, Principal Dr. Natasha Hunter-McGregor, school officials and students. WHEN: Tuesday, Sept. 12 at 11 a.m. WHERE: Graham Elementary School, 421 E. 5th St., … Continue reading “Graham Elementary School Alumni Association to present backpacks filled with school supplies to first-graders on Sept. 12”