21 Hudson Valley holiday gift markets
Here are all the best spots to pick up locally-made gifts…
The Bobby Lees plays what might be their last Woodstock show
What use is being a rising star in the music industry when major labels and tech companies are black holes...
Pickleball is taking Hudson Valley by storm, here’s how and where to play
Pickleball, an exciting blend of tennis, badminton, and ping-pong, is making a racket in the Hudson Valley.
Local haunts: Your guide to the best Halloween events in Ulster County
Halloween is arguably the best holiday. It offers more candy than Easter, more sexy costumes than Valentine’s Day, more independence...
Six off-the-beaten-path outdoor activities to enjoy fall in the Hudson Valley
Yes, yes. I know. Apple-picking. Historic sites. Leaf peeping. Farmers’ markets. Corn mazes. Hayrides. Wineries and cideries. There’s nothing wrong...
Smoking marijuana could become illegal again in many New York areas
Marijuana smokers enjoying the freedom to light up anywhere cigarettes are legally allowed could soon find themselves running to the...
Winterization tips for Hudson Valley homeowners
Here's the cold truth: Winterization in the Hudson Valley is more than just a seasonal chore. It's a necessity for...
How to enjoy Dutchess County Fair for free (after paying admission)
We give the local’s tips for enjoying the fair without opening your wallet too wide…
Top 5 tips for a fun and budget-friendly Ulster County Fair
Herds of cuddly, captive farm animals, locally-grown produce the size of your head, famous 4-H milkshakes, fresh-squeezed lemonade, vendors selling...
First-ever Borscht Belt Fest takes over Ellenville this weekend
The Borscht Belt was an iconic constellation of holiday resorts and activity camps scattered across Ulster, Sullivan, and Orange counties.
Thanks to excellent venues, Kingston is a wedding mecca
Though it’s not officially designated as such, the Hudson Valley is undoubtedly in the running for wedding capital of New...
Untamed artistry: A brief tour of Kingston’s graffiti galleries
In October 2011, several dozen red goats appeared in Uptown Kingston overnight, spraypainted on the big, blocky, ugly and out-of-place...
Kingston’s new tap room and beer garden was made for locals
Step inside this exciting addition to Midtown Kingston…
How I used AI to plan and manage a garden
As the pandemic swept across the world and lockdowns shuttered the economy, my partner and I, like many others, began...
Avast, ye landlubbers: Pirate Fest docks in Hudson Valley this weekend
In this modern age of cancel culture, it’s nice to know there’s still a place where a wench can be...
Five extreme outdoor activities in the Hudson Valley
In our region, the great outdoors offers countless opportunities for leisure. But what if your idea of fun includes maxing...
New Borscht Belt museum coming to Ellenville
From the 1920s until its slow demise throughout the 50s, 60s and 70s, the Borscht Belt was a swath of...
Hudson Valley roller derby team returns after three years off the rink
The Misfits are back and ready to bruise…
Franklin-gate: Kingston’s favorite cow injured, will leave zoo embroiled in major controversy
Editor's Note: SquirrelWood Equine Sanctuary in Montgomery has notified us they have "accepted Franklin". Woodstock Farm Sanctuary responded by acknowledging...
High notes: Live music events celebrating 4/20 cannabis holiday in Ulster County
Recreational use of marijuana has been legal for some time in New York, but here in Ulster County we’re still...
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