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New Restaurant In Region Cited For 'Excellent' Food, 'Beautiful' Decor
A new restaurant in the region serving up flavors inspired from around the globe is garnering high praise days after opening.
In Columbia County, Bimi’s Canteen & Bar in Chatham, located at 19 Main Street, held its grand opening on Saturday, June 3.
Inspired by the community, the eatery’s menu features an eclectic mix of fresh, locally sourced ingredients for a “uniquely special dining experience,” reads its website.
Diners can start with the grilled rustic sourdough bread, and choose from several cheese plates, soups, and salads - like the Tomato Salad, featuring heirloom tomatoes, …
'Best NY Burger' Nominees Include 2 Restaurants In Region
When it comes to the best burger in New York, two contenders vying for the title aren't very far away.
Rensselaer County eatery Illusive, located in Rensselaer at 3 Ferry Street, and Columbia County’s Chatham Brewery, found in Chatham at 59 Main Street, are among 29 restaurants that were nominated for this year’s Best New York Burger Competition.
Voting for the 7th annual contest, which is put on by the New York Beef Council, is underway until Wednesday, April 19.
Chatham Brewery was nominated for its burgers, which are made with beef from local Trowbridge Farms, in the town of Ghent. In…
Therapist Busted Practicing Without License In Region, Police Say
A therapist in the region is facing charges for allegedly practicing without a license.
Columbia County resident William Culley, age 57, of Chatham, was arrested Saturday, March 18, according to State Police.
After being tipped off, investigators determined that Culley was practicing as a psychotherapist without a license, police said.
He specializes in treating those recovering from a traumatic brain injury, as well as attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) and other behavioral issues, according to his profile on Psychology Today.
Culley is facing one count of unauthorized prac…
Morgan Taylor, Renowned Kids Musician, Cartoonist From Area Dies At Age 52
If you aren’t familiar with Morgan Taylor’s music, that’s okay given you most likely are not in the New York musician's target demographic.
But chances are some kids you know have jammed out to the Columbia County singer, songwriter, and cartoonist’s work while watching his award-winning Gustafer Yellowgold video series, or at one of his many live performances around the country.
The two-time Grammy nominee, who lived in Chatham with his wife and two sons, died Thursday, Aug. 11, at the age of 52 following a brief illness, according to his obituary.
Born in Kettering, Ohio on Sept. 5, 19…
Six Dutchess Residents Charged With DWI In State Police Stops
Nearly three dozen area residents were arrested by New York State Police troopers in the Hudson Valley.
Local residents charged include:
Westchester County
On Friday, Dec. 20, State Police from Brewster arrested Michael A. Verella, 44, of Somers, for DWI. He was traveling on Interstate 684 in the town of Southeast, when he was stopped for a violation of the vehicle and traffic law. Investigation revealed he was under the influence of alcohol, and was subsequently arrested.
On Saturday, Dec. 21, State Police from East Fishkill arrested Maribel D. Polanco, 35, of Bedford, for Aggrav…
