From war encampments to the nation’s military academy, the past has been preserved in the Hudson Valley. ORANGE COUNTY, N.Y. (July 31, 2017) – Orange County’s location between the Hudson and Delaware Rivers led to its strategic importance during the Revolutionary War. General George Washington spent more time at his Newburgh headquarters than anywhere else … Continue reading “Orange County Draws History Buffs”
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Healey Lincoln launches the “Behind the Wheel” influencer marketing campaign
WHO: Healey Lincoln in Goshen and five Hudson Valley residents: o Chuck Benfer, IHeart Media Inc. market president o Alexis Eggleton, creator and author of the nationally-recognized blog, “Trading Cardio for Cosmos” o Claudia Jacobs, owner of Claudia Jacobs Designs LLC o Quanah Jay Hicks, known as “Quanah,” a singer/songwriter, music producer, multi-instrumentalist, photographer, cinematographer, … Continue reading “Healey Lincoln launches the “Behind the Wheel” influencer marketing campaign”
Audrey Lewin named administrator at the Glen Arden Health Care Center
GOSHEN, N.Y. (July 28, 2017) —- Audrey Lewin of Poughkeepsie has been named administrator at the Glen Arden Health Care Center, the 40-bed nursing home unit which is part of the Glen Arden Continuing Care Retirement Community. In her role, Lewin manages the unit’s operations as part of the continuum of care for this retirement … Continue reading “Audrey Lewin named administrator at the Glen Arden Health Care Center”
Liberty High School Student Wins 2017 FirstEnergy All-American Soapbox Derby World Championship
Places First in Local Superstock Division. LIBERTY, N.Y. (July 28, 2017) – The 80th FirstEnergy All-American Soapbox Derby World Championship wrapped up July 22 in Akron, Ohio and one of the drivers that took home a world championship hails from Liberty. Brianna Roth, a 15-year-old Liberty High School student, placed first in the Local Superstock … Continue reading “Liberty High School Student Wins 2017 FirstEnergy All-American Soapbox Derby World Championship”
Roscoe Singer-Songwriter Festival to be held Aug. 12 at The Roscoe Beer Co.
More than 20 singer songwriters scheduled to appear Roscoe, N.Y. (July 28, 2017) – The Roscoe Singer-Songwriter Festival, presented by Big V Entertainment, will be held on Saturday, August 12 at Roscoe Beer Company, located at 145 Rockland Road in Roscoe, beginning at 11:00 a.m. Admission is free. “We are so proud to be a … Continue reading “Roscoe Singer-Songwriter Festival to be held Aug. 12 at The Roscoe Beer Co.”
HVEDC Announces Upcoming 5th Annual Hudson Valley Beer, Wine, Spirits & Cider Summit and Keynote Speaker
Event to feature hundreds of craft beverage company owners and regional business leaders GOSHEN, N.Y. (July 27, 2017) – The Hudson Valley Economic Development Corporation (HVEDC) announced its upcoming 5th Annual Hudson Valley Beer, Wine, Spirits & Cider Summit is planned for Oct. 12 and will feature the legendary former co-founder of Brooklyn Brewery and … Continue reading “HVEDC Announces Upcoming 5th Annual Hudson Valley Beer, Wine, Spirits & Cider Summit and Keynote Speaker”
Pestano Foods, Growler & Gill Join Hudson Valley Food & Beverage Alliance
GOSHEN, N.Y. (July 24, 2017) — New Rochelle-based Pestano Foods and Nanuet-based Growler & Gill have recently joined the Hudson Valley Food and Beverage Alliance. Pestano Foods is the manufacturer of Toma Bloody Mary Mix, an artisanal cocktail mix that requires users to just add the spirits. Toma incorporates sauce from the tomatillo, a non-sweet … Continue reading “Pestano Foods, Growler & Gill Join Hudson Valley Food & Beverage Alliance”
Pre-K sign up for Mount Vernon residents taking place
MOUNT VERNON, N.Y. (July 18, 2017) —- Pre-Kindergarten full and half-day spots for 3-year-olds and 4-year-olds for 2017-2018 school year are still available for interested families in the Mount Vernon City School District. Registration takes place at two locations within district borders: Rebecca Turner Elementary School, 625 South Fourth Ave.: • Monday to Friday from … Continue reading “Pre-K sign up for Mount Vernon residents taking place”
Burke Catholic Graduates Austin Londo and Garnett Nicolas Report to West Point
The best friends say their time at Burke Catholic prepared them well for the rigors of the USMA Goshen, N.Y. (July 17, 2017) – Being accepted into the United States Military Academy (USMA) at West Point is an exceptional honor reserved for the nation’s most promising students. Yet, not one, but two graduates of … Continue reading “Burke Catholic Graduates Austin Londo and Garnett Nicolas Report to West Point”
Hidden Gems in Orange County to Explore
Tourists who go outside the mainstream gain great rewards. ORANGE COUNTY, N.Y. (July 14, 2017) – The Hudson Valley has long been a popular summer destination, but there are several little known spots that most visitors are overlooking. These hidden gems of Orange County, N.Y. are not as widely promoted but offer spectacular views and … Continue reading “Hidden Gems in Orange County to Explore”
WALDEN SAVINGS BANK PROMOTES NEW RETAIL LENDING PROCESSING MANAGER
Douglas Cramer brings extensive experience and strong initiative to his new position at the Bank MONTGOMERY, N.Y. (July 14, 2017) – Walden Savings Bank announced today that Douglas Cramer has been promoted to Retail Lending Processing Manager. In his new position, Cramer will further develop the Retail Lending team, while also assisting in the transition … Continue reading “WALDEN SAVINGS BANK PROMOTES NEW RETAIL LENDING PROCESSING MANAGER”
LEGOLAND® New York to offer free, limited edition 3D LEGO® fireworks glasses for July 15 Orange County Freedom Fest 2017 fireworks
GOSHEN, N.Y. (July 12, 2017) — The LEGOLAND® New York Community Welcome Center is supporting the July 15 Orange County Freedom Fest 2017 at Thomas Bull Memorial Park in Montgomery, which includes a special salute to veterans, by providing free, special 3D fireworks glasses to view the evening’s fireworks. “These glasses were developed by our … Continue reading “LEGOLAND® New York to offer free, limited edition 3D LEGO® fireworks glasses for July 15 Orange County Freedom Fest 2017 fireworks”
MetroVac Motivates its Employees by Putting Quality of Life First
This local manufacturer also takes a fresh approach to productivity OAKLAND, N.J. (July 11, 2017) – In a day and age when many companies have their employees working major holidays like Thanksgiving, Metropolitan Vacuum Cleaner Company, Inc. (MetroVac) is taking a very different approach to productivity. The New Jersey-based, family owned and operated business thinks … Continue reading “MetroVac Motivates its Employees by Putting Quality of Life First”
Ginsberg’s Foods among Five New Companies to Join Hudson Valley Food & Beverage Alliance
Quercus Cooperage, North River Roasters, Hudson Valley Organic and Half Time Beverage also join the organization GOSHEN, N.Y. (July 5, 2017) — Ginsberg’s Foods, one of the largest independently owned and operated foodservice distributors in the Hudson Valley, is one of five companies to recently join the Hudson Valley Food and Beverage Alliance. Based in … Continue reading “Ginsberg’s Foods among Five New Companies to Join Hudson Valley Food & Beverage Alliance”
Walden Savings Bank Expands Commercial Lending Department
Seasoned Commercial Loan Officers Join the Bank’s All-Access Team MONTGOMERY, N.Y. (June 30, 2017) – To meet the growing business needs of the community, Walden Savings Bank is pleased to announce the addition of two lending officers, David Garlinghouse and Mary Samuels. Garlinghouse and Samuels bring over 50 years of combined lending and banking experience … Continue reading “Walden Savings Bank Expands Commercial Lending Department”
Glen Arden to host free Ikebana floral exhibit on July 22
Exhibition honors the memory of former Glen Arden resident Toshiko Shindo Alden GOSHEN, N.Y. (June 29, 2017) —- The Glen Arden Continuing Care Retirement Community will host members of the New York Tachibana chapter of the Ikenobo Ikebana Society in a free, one day exhibit of their Japanese floral art on Saturday, July 22. The … Continue reading “Glen Arden to host free Ikebana floral exhibit on July 22”
ROLLING V DRIVER COREY McABIER WINS NYSBCA ROOKIE OF THE YEAR AWARD
New driver honored by statewide organization for safe, quality driving South Fallsburg, N.Y. (June 29, 2017) – Rolling V Bus Corp., a Catskill Region-based school bus transportation company, announced one of its new drivers, Corey McAbier, earned the “Rookie of the Year” award from the New York School Bus Contractors Association (NYSBCA). The NYSBCA’s 46th … Continue reading “ROLLING V DRIVER COREY McABIER WINS NYSBCA ROOKIE OF THE YEAR AWARD”
Summer Fun can be found on the Water in Orange County, N.Y
Hudson Valley rivers and lakes are prime destinations for outdoor recreation. ORANGE COUNTY, N.Y. (June 28, 2017) – With two magnificent rivers and countless lakes, Orange County, N.Y. is a destination of choice for visitors looking to get on the water this summer. To the east is the Hudson River for boating; and to the … Continue reading “Summer Fun can be found on the Water in Orange County, N.Y”