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Popular Hudson Valley Lake Reopens After Harmful Algae Bloom Causes Closure Popular Hudson Valley Lake Reopens After Harmful Algae Bloom Causes Closure
Popular Hudson Valley Lake Reopens After Harmful Algae Bloom Causes Closure A popular Hudson Valley lake and picnic area has reopened after being closed due to a harmful algae bloom that invaded the water. Related: Harmful Algae Causes Closure Of Popular Beach In Stony Point The New York State Office of Parks, Recreation and Historic Preservation said Tuesday, July 16, that Lake Welch in Harriman State Park in Rockland County in Stony Point had reopened the beach and picnic grounds after a harmful algae bloom was first observed on Tuesday, July 9.  The bloom prevented the lake from being open for swimming or other recreational activities. Officials sa…

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by Kathy Reakes
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Harmful Algae Causes Closure Of Popular Beach In Hudson Valley Harmful Algae Causes Closure Of Popular Beach In Hudson Valley
Harmful Algae Causes Closure Of Popular Beach In Hudson Valley A harmful algae bloom has closed a popular state park beach in the Hudson Valley. Lake Welch Beach and picnic grounds in Harriman State Park in Rockland County will be closed at least through Sunday, July 14, according to the New York State Office of Parks, Recreation and Historic Preservation. Park officials said an algaecide is being applied to Lake Welch to provide targeted treatment and minimize the spread of the bloom.  Conditions will be reassessed next week to determine when the beach can reopen. The bloom at Lake Welch was first observed on Tuesday, July 9. Updates on swimmin…

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by Kathy Reakes
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Popular Hudson Valley Pool Closes For Season: Here's Where, Why Popular Hudson Valley Pool Closes For Season: Here's Where, Why
Popular Hudson Valley Pool Closes For Season: Here's Where, Why A popular Hudson Valley pool has closed for the rest of the season due to ongoing water loss issues that will require major construction work to repair. The Ulster County Pool, located at 241 Libertyville Road in New Paltz, is closed as engineers assess the water loss, the Ulster County Department of Public Works said. The department consulted with engineers who attributed the loss to underground piping failures. They have determined that major capital repairs will be needed, necessitating the closure of the pool for the rest of the 2024 season. Season pass holders to the pool are eli…

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by Kathy Reakes
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Popular Hudson Valley Restaurant Closes After Nearly Half-Century In Business Popular Hudson Valley Restaurant Closes After Nearly Half-Century In Business
Popular Hudson Valley Restaurant Closes After Nearly Half-Century In Business A popular Hudson Valley Mexican restaurant in business for 48 years has closed. El Bandido Mexican Restaurant, located in Rockland County in Spring Valley on Route 59, recently closed without a word to the community, according to the Rockland Report. The restaurant was known for a guitarist strolling from table to table, its mole chicken, and its family-friendly atmosphere.  The Tello Family ran the restaurant for 48 years. They closed earlier this year but opened back up and have now closed again. No word from the family on the reason for the closure or if they have any plans to reo…

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by Kathy Reakes
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Rockland County Launches Free TOR Ferry Weekend Connection Bus Rockland County Launches Free TOR Ferry Weekend Connection Bus
Rockland County Launches Free TOR Ferry Weekend Connection Bus Weekend travelers will now have the opportunity to take a TOR ferry connection bus beginning this weekend to explore different parts of the Hudson Valley and New York City, free of charge. Rockland County Executive Ed Day and the Department of Public Transportation said that the service will begin on Saturday, July 6, and run through Nov. 10. The bus service will provide connecting transit service for Metro-North Hudson Line customers who travel to Haverstraw via the Haverstraw-Ossining weekend ferry, enabling them to travel beyond the Ferry Landing via public transit, officials said. The …

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by Kathy Reakes
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Sun River Health Doctor Talks Ankle Sprains Sun River Health Doctor Talks Ankle Sprains
Sun River Health Doctor Talks Ankle Sprains Ankle sprains are one of the most common injuries. If you find yourself with a sprained ankle, here are some helpful tips to get you back on your feet in no time. What is an ankle sprain? An ankle sprain happens when one or more ligaments on the outside of the ankle are stretched or torn. You’re most likely to sprain your ankle when your toes are on the ground and your heel is up, as this puts your ankle’s ligaments under tension. A sudden force, like landing on an uneven surface, may turn your ankle inward and hurt one or more of your ligaments. Treating a sprained ankle. An easy way to …

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What's Your Sign? Zodiac License Plates Unveiled By New York DMV What's Your Sign? Zodiac License Plates Unveiled By New York DMV
What's Your Sign? Zodiac License Plates Unveiled By New York DMV Curious about someone’s zodiac sign? Just check their license plate. The New York State Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) on Wednesday, June 5, introduced its latest series of custom license plates: the 12 zodiac signs. Astrology enthusiasts can select their corresponding zodiac symbol, like a scorpion for Scorpio, a bull for Taurus, or a lion for Leo. Plates can be purchased on the DMV’s website, over the phone, by mail, or through a local DMV office.  Drivers can expect to pay $60 for an assigned plate number or $91.25 if they opt for a personalized one. New Yorkers can already …

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by Michael Mashburn
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Work Begins On Affordable Apartments In Hudson Valley Work Begins On Affordable Apartments In Hudson Valley
Work Begins On Affordable Apartments In Hudson Valley Construction has begun to rehabilitate 212 affordable apartments in three cities and towns in the Hudson Valley. According to New York Gov. Kathy Hochul, all three properties are in Ulster County in the cities of Kingston and Saugerties and the town of Ulster. The properties will undergo extensive capital improvements, including sustainability upgrades and the introduction of new energy-efficiency measures. “To make housing more accessible and affordable, we need to increase supply and preserve the homes we already have,” Hochul said. “This project in the Hudson Valley provides over 200 ho…

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by Kathy Reakes
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Check Out This Hidden Gem In Region For Summer Beach Getaway Check Out This Hidden Gem In Region For Summer Beach Getaway
Check Out This Hidden Gem In Region For Summer Beach Getaway If you are ready for a little sun and sea but don't want to spend a fortune or fight crowds, a hidden gem on Long Island might be just the spot. In a recent survey of seaside communities to vacation in by "Conde Nast Traveler, they visited little-known spots and found what they called a hidden gem in Suffolk County: the village of Greenport. Often called the "anti-Hamptons," Greenport is known for its small boating community and Victorian architecture. "It's marked by a sleepy charm with all the benefits—great food, great wine, and great beaches—without the attitude or formality," the…

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by Kathy Reakes
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Wendy's Serving Up This Deal For Father's Day Weekend Wendy's Serving Up This Deal For Father's Day Weekend
Wendy's Serving Up This Deal For Father's Day Weekend Got a dad who loves bacon? Wendy's has you covered. Starting on Friday, June 14, and lasting through Sunday, June 16, national fast-food chain Wendy’s is offering up a buy-one-get-one Baconator deal for Father’s Day. The deal applies to all four types of Baconators — including the Baconator, Son of Baconator, Pretzel Baconator, and Breakfast Baconator — and is an in-app-only promotion, meaning customers will need to sign up for free, according to People Magazine. An original Baconator includes two beef patties (about a half-pound of beef total), American cheese, six pieces of Applewood …

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by Sophie Grieser
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Extras Sought For Popular HBO Series Filming In Capital Region Extras Sought For Popular HBO Series Filming In Capital Region
Extras Sought For Popular HBO Series Filming In Capital Region Ready for your closeup? Filming for the third season of HBO’s “The Gilded Age” is set to resume in the Capital Region this summer, and producers are on the hunt for background actors. Grant Wilfley Casting is looking for Albany and Rensselaer County residents to be extras in scenes that will be filmed in Albany, Schenectady, and Troy between Monday, Aug. 5, and Friday, Aug. 23. Those interested must be comfortable working around smoke, have no allergies to wool, and have no visible tattoos, according to the casting call. All actors must attend a costume fitting, set to begin on Wednesda…

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by Michael Mashburn
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Celebrity Chef Designs 2-Course Summer Prix Fixe Dinner At Northern Westchester Eatery Celebrity Chef Designs 2-Course Summer Prix Fixe Dinner At Northern Westchester Eatery
Celebrity Chef Designs 2-Course Summer Prix Fixe Dinner At Northern Westchester Eatery A famous chef whose group runs multiple restaurants across the Hudson Valley has designed a delicious two-course summer prix fixe at a popular Northern Westchester restaurant. Chef Peter X. Kelly, the owner of Xaviars Restaurant Group, designed the prix fixe for Apropros restaurant in Peekskill at 900 Fort Hill Rd., a Michelin-recommended eatery located at The Abbey Inn.  Related Report - 'Lovely' Restaurant Inside 120-Year-Old Abbey In Peekskill Added To Michelin Guide Kelly now serves as the restaurant's culinary director, helping to design a menu featuring meals with local ingredients p…

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