Orange County, N.Y. (Nov. 21, 2024) – This holiday season, let the heavenly fragrance of pine trees guide you to one of the many Christmas tree farms in Orange County, N.Y., where you can cut your own tree or choose the perfect fresh-cut conifer.“Christmas magic is everywhere in Orange County, N.Y.,” said Amanda Dana, Director of … Continue reading “Find Your Perfect Holiday Tree at One of Orange County, N.Y.’s Beautiful Tree Farms”

Transformational Project Promises Vast Economic Benefits Including Vitally Needed Housing; Traffic Solutions; and Providing its Own Water SAUGERTIES, N.Y. (Nov. 18, 2024) – An update on proposed development at Winston Farm, a transformative “live, work, play” proposal adjacent to the New York State Thruway’s Exit 20, was well received by the Ulster County Regional Chamber … Continue reading “Winston Farm Development Update Welcomed by the Ulster County Regional Chamber of Commerce”

Program Enhances Science, Technology, Engineering and Math Education; Students Invited to Apply HUDSON, N.Y., Nov. 18, 2024 – A group of Hudson Junior and Senior High School students are receiving hands-on science, technology, engineering and math lessons through the new Flying Classroom Saturday STEM Pilot Program, which successfully launched on Oct. 26, 2024. Slots are … Continue reading “Hudson City School District Successfully Launches Flying Classroom Saturday STEM Pilot Program”

LeChase Construction Services is renovating a magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) room at Nuvance Health Imaging and Radiology in Fishkill, N.Y., for the installation of new MRI equipment. Crews are performing the 1,000-square-foot renovation while operations continue at the imaging center at 200 Westage Business Center Drive. LeChase is taking steps to prevent disruption to the … Continue reading “LeChase renovating MRI suite at Nuvance Health center in Fishkill, N.Y.”

  Orange County, N.Y. (Oct. 22, 2024) – The Orange County Chamber of Commerce today announced the winners of its inaugural professional awards, “5 Under 50; The Shooting Stars!” recognizing professionals in a range of fields. The winners are: Michael J. Horodyski, the president and chief executive officer of Wallkill Valley Federal Savings and Loan … Continue reading “Orange County Chamber of Commerce Announces First “5 Under 50; The Shooting Stars!” Winners”

Sayers appointed president; Goodrich and Mack take on new responsibilities Rochester, N.Y., October 16, 2024 – LeChase Construction Services today announced senior leadership changes that position the company to continue its growth and momentum going forward. • William H. (Bill) Goodrich is appointed chairman. Goodrich, who has been with LeChase for nearly four decades, will … Continue reading “LeChase Sets Leadership Structure to Continue Momentum, Build for the Future”

Transfer from The ARC Greater Hudson Valley Avoids Closure of Crucial Services Amid Substantial Demand MIDDLETOWN, N.Y., Oct. 9, 2024 – Abilities First has acquired and now operates educational programs in Middletown, N.Y. and New Windsor, N.Y., serving approximately 200 preschool and school-age students who have developmental delays or disabilities. The programs previously were administered … Continue reading “Abilities First Acquires Two Education Programs Serving People with Developmental Disabilities in Middletown, N.Y. and New Windsor, N.Y.”

Armonk, N.Y., Oct. 7, 2024 – LeChase Construction Services, LLC is pleased to announce the promotion of Dan Ratto to chief estimator, based in the NY Metro region. In this role, Ratto is responsible for managing preconstruction efforts for projects in the NY Metro region, as well as developing estimates and budgets for both hard-bid … Continue reading “LeChase Promotes Dan Ratto to Chief Estimator”

Orange County, NY (Sept. 25, 2024) – The Orange County Chamber of Commerce is thrilled to unveil its inaugural professional awards, “5 Under 50; The Shining Stars!” on Nov. 7, 2024, at Sugar Loaf Performing Arts Center. This event promises to be a celebration of outstanding professionals who have made significant contributions to enhancing Orange … Continue reading “Orange County Chamber of Commerce Announces Inaugural Professional Awards: “5 Under 50; The Shining Stars!””

POUGHKEEPSIE, N.Y., Sept. 26, 2024 – Hudson Valley Economic Development Corp. (HVEDC) President and CEO Michael Oates has been named to the New York State Tourism Advisory Council, giving him a key role in helping to shape policies, programs and legislation that foster tourism and travel in the state. Appointed by Gov. Kathy Hochul, Oates … Continue reading “Hudson Valley Economic Development Corp. President & CEO Michael Oates Appointed to New York State Tourism Advisory Council”

44 Springside Ave., Adjacent to the Arlington Shopping District, Specializes in Sophisticated Living; Ribbon-Cutting Marks Official Launch After Certificate of Occupancy Secured   POUGHKEEPSIE, N.Y. (Sept. 26, 2024) – Tinkelman Architecture’s 44 Springside Avenue luxury apartment building celebrated its grand opening and securement of its Certificate of Occupancy with a ribbon-cutting ceremony. The event spotlighted the … Continue reading “Residents Now Moving Into Stylish Town of Poughkeepsie Apartments, Featuring Unique Amenities, Comfort and Spacious Work-From-Home Areas”

ORANGE COUNTY, N.Y., Sept. 12, 2024 – Orange County, N.Y.’s tourism industry surged during 2023, as visitor spending reached $1.196 billion, up 7.6% from one year earlier, according to a new report. The substantial increase mirrored New York State’s tourism trends, which saw $88 billion in direct tourism spending – up $9 billion or 12% from … Continue reading “Orange County, N.Y., Visitor Spending Hits a Record High of $1.2 Billion for 2023!”

Data Contained in Draft Generic Environmental Impact Study Submitted to Town of Saugerties SAUGERTIES, N.Y. (Sept. 4, 2024) – Comprehensive testing of two wells drawing from underground water sources, and pumping capabilities, show that Winston Farm, a transformative “live, work, play” proposal adjacent to the New York State Thruway’s Exit 20, will be self-sufficient regarding … Continue reading “Winston Farm Water and Pump Tests Show that Underground Sources Will Satisfy the Development’s Daily Water Needs, Study Says”