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Art & Music, General News

Proliferation of murals raises questions about Kingston’s preservation rules

Since 2010, O+ artists have changed the face of Kingston with 29 murals, prompting some to question why there is little public oversight compared with zoning laws governing property owners. The answer: Murals, though they last for years, are considered impermanent works of art, and are treated as works of art protected by the First Amendment.
Local History

Kingston rally to celebrate centennial of NYS women’s suffrage

Sunday, Oct. 22: New Yorkers get to start celebrating the centennial of women’s suffrage nearly three years earlier than the rest of the country. The 19th Amendment to the US Constitution was formally adopted on August 26, 1920. But it was in a referendum on November 6, 1917 that 54 percent of New York’s all-male voters approved the addition of a women’s suffrage amendment to our state constitution, after it had been approved by two successive State Legislatures.
Columns

A better way to tax carbon

If a carbon tax of $40 a ton were levied, and every red cent of it turned over directly to every American with a valid Social Security number, the resulting incentive to lower carbon emissions would probably spur more clever efforts by power companies to green the grid than even the most stringent EPA regulations.
Explore, Food & Drink

Take your pick: Where to get fresh Hudson Valley apples

The Hudson Valley is a great place to pick your own apples or buy them by the peck. Here’s a rundown of local orchards in Ulster, Dutchess and Columbia counties. (With map)
Politics & Government

What would a New York State Constitutional Convention do?

A convention would allow for a wide number of issues to be addressed simultaneously, from ethics to education funding. But opponents fear the process would be influenced by “dark money,” which may lead to the erosion of protections for collective-bargaining, home-rule and a robust public education system.

Meet the town of Gardiner supervisor candidates

Incumbent Marybeth Majestic is seeking reelection to her second term as town supervisor for the Town of Gardiner. Her challenger is Lisa Lindsley
Three shooting for top spot in New Paltz election
Woodstock Fire District budget increases
Plan for new joint municipal center leads to tension on New Paltz Town Board

Former steamboat buildings in Saugerties are being ‘faithfully’ rehabilitated

Built circa 1875, the warehouses are a reminder of an era in which Saugerties played an integral role in the industrialization of the Hudson Valley. They’re now owned by Saugerties’ most successful businessman, Tom Struzzieri, who also owns HITS and Diamond Mills, a nation-wide horse-show series and a creek-side hotel/convention center.
County plan aims to help kids headed to court
Saugerties invests in electric car charging stations
Kingston’s Irish cultural edifice plan in peril as panel gives thumbs-down

Ulster IDA should be an aggressive partner in development projects that create good jobs

The time when the lion’s share of UCIDA applications came from manufacturers is over. The various service sectors, some higher-paying than others, are where the action is. But there’s a degree of restlessness in the communities as to whether Ulster County is getting is getting its money’s worth for the tax benefits its IDA can provide.

Economy

Ulster IDA should be an aggressive partner in development projects that create good jobs

Education

New Paltz Middle School closed following electrical fire

New Paltz Middle School is closed for the remainder of the day, Monday, October 16, due to a minor electrical fire in the cafeteria prior to the arrival of students. Rerouted buses took students directly to the high school auditorium, from where they were transported home again at 10 a.m. after parents were notified.

Politics & Government

Meet the town of Gardiner supervisor candidates

Incumbent Marybeth Majestic is seeking reelection to her second term as town supervisor for the Town of Gardiner. Her challenger is Lisa Lindsley

Business

Phoenicia Pharmacy sale marks new era

The new owners plan to rent the 5000-square-foot space to a combination of entrepreneurs but are starting out with an arts-and-crafts market, dubbed Phoenicia Pharmmarket, which opened Columbus Day weekend and is expected to continue on weekends through the holidays.

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