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Despite recent legal and financial difficulties, plans are moving forward to expand the spa facilities at Buttermilk Falls.

Marlborough reapproves Buttermilk Falls

The Marlborough Planning Board granted renewed approvals Monday, Oct. 5 for two previously approved development projects in Milton, allowing the Buttermilk Falls spa expansion and a proposed …

Plattekill finalizes ambulance district

The Plattekill Town Board formally established a townwide ambulance district at its Oct. 7 meeting and scheduled a public hearing on a proposed local law that would allow the town to exceed the state …

MMiM toasts new video series

Meet Me in Marlborough is launching a new video series highlighting the farmers and winemakers who contribute to the town’s agricultural heritage and economy. The “Meet the Farmers & …
Ulster County Executive Jen Metzger delivering a budget address on Oct. 1

Metzger proposes $519.7M budget with 1.5% levy increase

Ulster County Executive Jen Metzger on Oct. 1 proposed a $519.7 million budget for 2027 that would raise the property tax levy by 1.5%, citing federal cuts and rising energy, technology and employee …

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Congressman Pat Ryan (far left) discusses the legislation at a riverside press conference last week.
Congressman Pat Ryan and Hudson Valley environmental advocates gathered last week to celebrate the enactment of legislation that permanently bans additional commercial barge anchorages on the Hudson …
Members of the Lloyd Police Department turned out for the Cops & Cone event at the Frozen Caboose Ice Cream Parlor. Pictured [L-R] Lt. Chris Miller, Deputy Town Clerk Jenn Acosta, Chief James Janso, Officer Antoinette Cocozza, Officer Kristy Garcia, Officer Benjamin Germain and Dispatcher Rebecca Mills.
Lloyd police officers handed out goodie bags and free ice cream cones to local children at the Frozen Ca-boose Ice Cream Parlor during the department’s annual Cops & Cones event. Lloyd …
A Marlborough Town Board meeting Sept. 28 that included public hearings, budget discussions and community presentations ended with a tense exchange between resident Adam Broza and town officials over …

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Southern Ulster Times - October 15, 2026

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On October 8, 2026, the New York State Police Bureau of Criminal Investigation Ellenville arrested Austin Irwin, age 28, of Esopus, on charges of sexual misconduct with a minor. Irwin was …
Walk ALS Hudson Valley will be held Sunday, Oct. 18, at the Walkway Over the Hudson State Historic Park. The community event, organized by ALS United Greater New York, raises money for ALS care, …
The Highland Hose Co. No. 1 Ladies Auxiliary will hold its annual multi-holiday penny social Saturday, Oct. 17, at Highland Fire District Headquarters, Highland Hose Station No. 1, 25 Milton Ave., …
The Hamlet of Marlboro will host a Halloween event for children and adults Saturday, Oct. 31, from 2 to 4 p.m. Participants can stroll through the hamlet and enjoy Halloween activities while …
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The Marlborough Arts Coalition is inviting residents and visitors to explore Marlborough and Milton through the second annual Apple Parade, a public art installation featuring 16 apple sculptures …
Town Councilwoman Lacy Maffei is objecting to a determination by the town’s building department di-rector that a proposed concrete batch plant is Light Industry, saying it conflicts with a local …
The owner of an Ulster County medical transportation company was sentenced to three to nine years in state prison for stealing more than $1.1 million from the Medicaid program, state Comptroller …

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SUNY Ulster has scheduled an information session for those interested in attending its Police Academy on Saturday, October 10 from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. This information session is mandatory for …
The Clintondale Fire Department kicks off on the parade
The Clintondale Fire Department celebrated its 100th anniversary Saturday with a parade, a ceremony dedicating a new monument and recognition of longtime members and supporters. The department …
A sun splashed Cluett Schantz Park was the setting for the 18th annual Heart of the Hudson Valley Bounty Festival , featuring the Spina Bifida Walk, a circus show, K-9 demonstrations and plenty of …

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Early voting for the Nov. 3 general election will run Oct. 24 through Nov. 1 in Orange and Ulster counties. In Orange County, early voting will be available at six locations: Middletown Senior …
In October, the American Red Cross asks people to book a time to give blood or platelets to help keep the blood supply as strong as possible this fall. Visit RedCrossBlood.org, call 1-800-RED CROSS …
A new book by local historian A.J. Schenkman explores the history of the Hudson Valley, from Native American settlements and Dutch colonial roots to the American Revolution, Gilded Age estates and …

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