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Meet and Greets, concert tickets and more available to VIP Shoppers on July 12 CENTRAL VALLEY, N.Y. (July 7, 2016) — Singers Demi Lovato and Nick Jonas will make an appearance at Woodbury Common Premium Outlets as part of their “Honda Civic Tour: Future Now” on Tuesday, July 12. Shoppers will have the opportunity to … Continue reading “Demi Lovato and Nick Jonas to Visit Woodbury Common Premium Outlets on July 12 During “Honda Civic Tour: Future Now””

Orange County, NY gets creative with art found at farms, on the streets, and in the fields. ORANGE COUNTY, N.Y. (July 6, 2016) – Orange County, NY has long been a source of inspiration for artists, and some of their best work will be on display for visitors at exhibits and festivals this summer. “There’s a … Continue reading “Summer Art Exhibits Expand Hudson Valley Cultural Scene”

GOSHEN, N.Y. (July 5, 2016) — The Glen Arden Continuing Care Retirement Community will host a free “Dinner with the Doctor: All about Joint Replacement” buffet lecture with Dr. Kenneth Rauschenbach on Monday, July 25 at 6 p.m. in Glen Arden’s Rhinebeck Room. Dr. Rauschenbach, a member of the St. Luke’s Cornwall Hospital (SLCH) Orthopedic … Continue reading “Glen Arden to host free “Dinner with the Doctor: All about Joint Replacement” event on July 25 with Dr. Kenneth Rauschenbach of St. Luke’s Cornwall Hospital”

Guide features more information than ever before. ORANGE COUNTY, N.Y. (June 30, 2016) – Orange County Tourism has officially released its 2016 Travel Guide. The Travel Guide serves as a comprehensive source of information for travelers planning a visit to Orange County, NY and highlights this Hudson Valley county’s top attractions and major events. The … Continue reading “Orange County Tourism Releases 2016 Travel Guide”

LIBERTY, N.Y. (June 24, 2016) – Liberty Volunteers have been hard at work this Spring and Summer beautifying their community. The improvements are being funded in part by the 2016 Renaissance Municipal Partnership Grant the town and village were jointly awarded in March. Most recently, volunteers planted flowers and added mulch to the two roundabouts … Continue reading “Volunteers Continue Community Improvement Projects in Liberty with Roundabout Plantings”

SUNY New Paltz dean, real estate investment professional to lend expertise to regional economic development organization NEW WINDSOR, N.Y. (June 17, 2016) — Hudson Valley Economic Development Corp. (HVEDC) has officially welcomed Dr. Dan Freedman and Tom Mulroy to its board of directors. Dr. Freedman is dean of the School of Science and Engineering at … Continue reading “HVEDC BOARD OF DIRECTORS WELCOMES 2 NEW MEMBERS”

CENTRAL VALLEY, N.Y. (June 20, 2016) — Woodbury Common Premium Outlets’ free Community Summer Concert Series begins Friday, July 1. “We’re pleased to host these wonderful musicians and give our shopping guests an opportunity to be entertained while they visit the different outlet shops here,” said Amanda O’Connell, assistant director of marketing and business development. … Continue reading “Woodbury Common Premium Outlets’ Community Summer Concert Series begins July 1”

Festivals, fireworks and music highlight Independence Day happenings. ORANGE COUNTY, N.Y. (June 14, 2016) Located just 50 miles from New York City, Orange County, N.Y. is the destination of choice for summer getaways. And there’s no better time to head up to the Hudson Valley than 4th of July weekend. “All of Orange County turns … Continue reading “Patriotic Ways to Celebrate the 4th in Orange County, N.Y.”

GOSHEN, N.Y. (June 14, 2016) – Merlin Entertainments PLC (“Merlin”), Europe’s largest and the world’s second largest visitor attraction operator, presented plans tonight to build a theme park and resort in the Town of Goshen, the county seat of Orange County in New York’s Hudson Valley. The preliminary timeline for LEGOLAND® New York, could see … Continue reading “Merlin Entertainments proposes LEGOLAND® New York in Goshen”

NEW ROCHELLE, N.Y. (June 14, 2016) — Moody’s Investors Service has affirmed the Aa2 rating on City School District of New Rochelle’s $53.6 million in outstanding general obligation debt in addition to removing its negative outlook. The Aa2 rating reflects the district’s substantial tax base, above average socioeconomic indicators and reserve levels below what is … Continue reading “Moody’s Investors Service affirms City School District of New Rochelle’s Aa2 rating and removes negative outlook”

  MEDIA ADVISORY Who: Officials with Merlin Entertainments PLC, Orange County and Town and Village of Goshen officials What: Special Goshen Town Board meeting to introduce the proposed LEGOLAND® New York project When: 7:30 p.m., Tuesday, June 14 Where: Orange County Emergency Services Center, 22 Wells Farm Road, Goshen, NY 10924 Why: Merlin Entertainments PLC … Continue reading “LEGOLAND® New York officials to introduce proposed project at special Town of Goshen Board meeting”

MOUNT VERNON, N.Y. (June 3, 2016) – The Mount Vernon City School District gave away more than 100 donated new bicycles to students at the Superintendent’s Second Annual Reading Challenge Carnival on the football field at Mount Vernon High School Thursday. The carnival was held for the 1,836 students who reached their reading goals this … Continue reading “Superintendent Dr. Kenneth R. Hamilton Hosts Celebration of Second Annual Reading Challenge Achievers”

County offers numerous hidden gems for tourists seeking local flavor KINGSTON, N.Y. (June 2, 2016) — With summer fast approaching, Ulster County is already beginning to see an increase in visitors to major area tourist attractions. But for tourists interested in experiencing the county from a local’s perspective, the area offers numerous sights, sounds, tastes … Continue reading “Explore Beyond Ulster County’s Hidden Tourist Attractions This Summer”

TownofLiberty.org touts the exciting opportunities to “live”, “play” and “do business” at the “Crossroads” of the Catskills and Hudson Valley. The Town of Liberty will re-launch TownofLiberty.org on Friday, May 27, providing users with access to a more visually appealing and technologically responsive website to navigate. This newly updated website is part of a multi-faceted … Continue reading “Town of Liberty Re-launches Website with Informative Videos and Responsive Technology”

Spring marks the return of longtime favorite road bike tours and the opening of new trails. ORANGE COUNTY, N.Y. (May 31, 2016) – Orange County is a playground for road cyclists and mountain bikers to explore this spring and summer. About seven miles of trails have been opened to mountain bikers in previously closed off … Continue reading “From Country Roads to Scenic Trails, Orange County, N.Y. is Prime Destination for Cyclists”

GOSHEN, N.Y. (May 31, 2016) — The Glen Arden Continuing Care Retirement Community, will host a free “Dinner with the Doctor: All about Snoring and Sleep Disorders” buffet lecture with Dr. Samer El Zarif, M.D. on Monday, June 20 at 6 p.m. in Glen Arden’s Rhinebeck Room. Dr. El Zarif, a member of Orange Regional … Continue reading “Glen Arden to host free “Dinner with the Doctor: All about Snoring and Sleep Disorders” event on June 20 with Dr. Samer El Zarif of Orange Regional Medical Group”

NEW WINDSOR, N.Y. (May 26, 2016) — The Hudson Valley Economic Development Corporation (HVEDC) announced today that five craft beer and cider companies have joined the Hudson Valley Food & Beverage Alliance. The new members include Westtown Brew Works, Hudson Valley Farmhouse Cider, Gravity Ciders, Clemson Bros. Brewery and Broken Bow Brewery. The Hudson Valley … Continue reading “Hudson Valley Food & Beverage Alliance Welcomes Five New Members”

The annual Memorial Day Parade through the business district will honor war heroes. LIBERTY, N.Y. (May 24, 2016) – The grand opening and ribbon cutting of the long awaited Liberty Skate Park will take place Saturday, May 28 from noon to 3:00 p.m. The skate park is located at the intersection of Grant Street and … Continue reading “Soapbox Derby and Grand Opening of Skate Park Among Memorial Weekend Activities”