In the Valley
Bard SummerScape to present Saint-Saëns’ rarely performed opera ‘Henry VIII’
This is the first major U.S. staging of the opera since 1974.
Kaatsbaan Cultural Park announces Spring Festival schedule
The festival will feature dance, live music, film screenings, nature walks, culinary conversations, and an art installation.
Rockland County purchases three parcels under Open Space Acquisition Program
The three parcels cover 25 acres in Pomona and New City.
USIS Electric is recruiting for apprentice positions
Those interested in the position must apply in person at the Pearl River office.
QuickChek opens first location in Rockland County
The new QuickChek is now open on Route 59 in Nanuet.
New Paltz installs outdoor emergency naloxone stations
Two stations have already been installed and eight more are planned.
Angry Orchard debuts Blueberry Rosé Hard Cider
The beverage is a curated blend of 10 culinary apples balanced with real blueberry juice.
Vassar will not require SAT or ACT scores in admissions
Sonya K. Smith, vice president and dean of admission and student financial services, claimed the tests had a racist element.
New museum celebrating the Borscht Belt to open in July
The Borscht Belt Museum in Ellenville is scheduled for a July 28 opening.
Nonprofit pharmacy opens in Phoenicia
Ed Ullmann is planning another pharmacy in New Lebanon.
Democrat Josh Riley announces new run against Rep. Molinaro for 19th District seat
“I'm running for Congress because Upstate NYers deserve better than politics-as-usual,†Riley said.
Nuvance Health appoints Dr. Daniel M. Labow as system chairman of surgical services
He was also named as chairman of surgery at Danbury Hospital.
Rhinebeck retailer A.L. Stickle Variety Store to close after 76 years
The family-owned business is one of the region's last five-and-dime stores.
Toll Brothers unveils model homes at Beacon community
The residences are priced in the mid-$600,000 range.
Regional college and university news roundup
The latest happenings on the regional campuses.
