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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.
Food & Drink

Ellenville’s Aroma Thyme Bistro committed to real food

“We don’t want to sell you something from a national or international conglomerate that doesn’t care about our community, doesn’t care about the environment or their employees,” says Chef Marcus Guiliano. “We just can’t support a company that does that. We’ve seen it in Ellenville. Even if 12 people lose their job here, that’s an impact.”
Columns

Eating Ivan

I’ve discovered since then that Ivan is something of a Rorschach test for people. Sometimes they think it’s cute that he had a name. Sometimes they’re delighted that he had a nice life on a farm down the road, where he had friends both bovine and human, and pretty much did whatever he felt like. But mainly, it seems, a lot of people are horrified.
General News

New Paltz foster home planners reach out to neighbors

The Home of Champions project aims to convert the longtime home of former world heavyweight boxing champion Floyd Patterson and his family into a site where high-achieving youth who are aging out of foster care can hone their leadership skills.
Education

Onteora seeks ban on Confederate flag apparel

Several teachers, staff and parents of the district turned out to speak at a recent school board meeting. All requested that the board create a policy that would prohibit wearing or displaying the Confederate image that many see as racist.
General News

New Paltz bicyclists turn out on anniversary of crash to highlight safety

The six-mile ride included several bicyclists who had been hit by cars, including Gabriela O’Shea, who was seriously injured in a hit-and-run crash the year before. The 125-plus riders urged the construction of more paved shoulders, the passage of a law protecting bicyclists from passing cars, and a general awareness among motorists and bicyclists that the roads should be shared.
Economy

Hudson Valley Farm Hub in Hurley aims to teach a new generation of farmers

With the age of the average American farm operator now about 59, young farmers are desperately needed. Among other qualifications, applicants must be personable team players with good communications and computer skills. They must also want to live and work in the Hudson Valley, have a valid driver’s license, and be able to lift 50 pounds. Called ProFarmers, the farmers in training earn about $30,000 a year and full benefits, and they have the option of modest free housing at the Farm Hub.
Local History

Rip Van Winkle: The local and mythic roots of Irving’s timeless tale

The story is not just the quintessential autumn Catskills tale, but also echoes many stories of a hero’s journey to another world and back again.

Memoir recalls growing up in Glasco

Robert Aiello’s new self-published memoir, Remembering Glasco: Growing up in an Italian-American village, revels in a host of hometown experiences. That includes a sense of ethnic identity that was once a bedrock of Hudson Valley life.

Community

Heather Longyear’s Little School on the Farm

Heather Longyear fills Woodstock preschool void left by Supertots.

Art & Music

Saugerties musicians start business to promote their neighboring players

When it comes to growing a local music scene, a lack of venues and a lack of promotion is the problem, say Saugerties natives Ayla Rector and Ian Flanigan.

General News

Olive, Hurley, Phoenicia firefighters ready for water rescues

‘On an actual water rescue call, the goal is, nobody gets wet.’

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