Court says OK to Belleayre Resort
The resort, with a reported construction budget in the $50 million range, was first proposed by Catskills developer Dean Gitter in the late 1990s.
General News
New section of rail trail opens in Highland
The new leg of the rail trail extends from Tony Williams Park to South St., opposite Lowe’s on 299.
Christmas tree and pep rally bonfires are now prohibited in village of New Paltz
According to Mayor Tim Rogers, despite there being largely positive feedback for various public bonfires, they violate open-burning rules for the village.
Woodstock Library comments echo ongoing debate
A public input forum on the Woodstock Library’s building options drew many familiar faces on both sides of the issue, with opponents of the Library’s plan to construct a new building apparently seeking to dominate the discussion.
Rupco sues after Kingston planners reject affordable housing proposal
The fate of a proposed 66-unit affordable senior housing complex at the former city alms house could be decided in State Supreme Court after the housing nonprofit Rupco filed suit to challenge the Kingston Planning Board’s rejection last month of site plan approval and a special permit for the project.
Woodstock road construction done at last? Well, soon anyway…
Relief may be in sight for Woodstock’s seemingly endless summer of road construction with detours and jaw-rattling potholes.
Final court challenge to Belleayre Resort is denied
With today’s ruling, the proposed Belleayre Resort in Highmount can move forward after two decades.
Health Quest will occupy old Macy’s space at mall
The lease between Health Quest, which also operates Vassar Brothers Medical Center, and Georgia-based mall owner Hull Property Group was signed last week. An urgent-care facility will be part of the complex. A wide range of specialty care such as radiology, physical therapy, oncology, an infusion center, cardiology and a breast center will be offered.
Gardiner mulls instituting drainage districts
Parts of town require more work by the highway department to keep water runoff from pooling. Should the entire town collectively pay this cost, or should it be funded through special taxing districts billed only to residents of those areas?
Saugerties Police advocate for replacement drug-sniffing dog
Is it worth it to maintain two police dogs, or would that money be better spent elsewhere? The debate continues.
