Guide features more information than ever before. ORANGE COUNTY, N.Y. (June 30, 2016) – Orange County Tourism has officially released its 2016 Travel Guide. The Travel Guide serves as a comprehensive source of information for travelers planning a visit to Orange County, NY and highlights this Hudson Valley county’s top attractions and major events. The … Continue reading “Orange County Tourism Releases 2016 Travel Guide”
Month: June 2016
Volunteers Continue Community Improvement Projects in Liberty with Roundabout Plantings
LIBERTY, N.Y. (June 24, 2016) – Liberty Volunteers have been hard at work this Spring and Summer beautifying their community. The improvements are being funded in part by the 2016 Renaissance Municipal Partnership Grant the town and village were jointly awarded in March. Most recently, volunteers planted flowers and added mulch to the two roundabouts … Continue reading “Volunteers Continue Community Improvement Projects in Liberty with Roundabout Plantings”
HVEDC BOARD OF DIRECTORS WELCOMES 2 NEW MEMBERS
SUNY New Paltz dean, real estate investment professional to lend expertise to regional economic development organization NEW WINDSOR, N.Y. (June 17, 2016) — Hudson Valley Economic Development Corp. (HVEDC) has officially welcomed Dr. Dan Freedman and Tom Mulroy to its board of directors. Dr. Freedman is dean of the School of Science and Engineering at … Continue reading “HVEDC BOARD OF DIRECTORS WELCOMES 2 NEW MEMBERS”
Woodbury Common Premium Outlets’ Community Summer Concert Series begins July 1
CENTRAL VALLEY, N.Y. (June 20, 2016) — Woodbury Common Premium Outlets’ free Community Summer Concert Series begins Friday, July 1. “We’re pleased to host these wonderful musicians and give our shopping guests an opportunity to be entertained while they visit the different outlet shops here,” said Amanda O’Connell, assistant director of marketing and business development. … Continue reading “Woodbury Common Premium Outlets’ Community Summer Concert Series begins July 1”
Patriotic Ways to Celebrate the 4th in Orange County, N.Y.
Festivals, fireworks and music highlight Independence Day happenings. ORANGE COUNTY, N.Y. (June 14, 2016) Located just 50 miles from New York City, Orange County, N.Y. is the destination of choice for summer getaways. And there’s no better time to head up to the Hudson Valley than 4th of July weekend. “All of Orange County turns … Continue reading “Patriotic Ways to Celebrate the 4th in Orange County, N.Y.”
Merlin Entertainments proposes LEGOLAND® New York in Goshen
GOSHEN, N.Y. (June 14, 2016) – Merlin Entertainments PLC (“Merlin”), Europe’s largest and the world’s second largest visitor attraction operator, presented plans tonight to build a theme park and resort in the Town of Goshen, the county seat of Orange County in New York’s Hudson Valley. The preliminary timeline for LEGOLAND® New York, could see … Continue reading “Merlin Entertainments proposes LEGOLAND® New York in Goshen”
Moody’s Investors Service affirms City School District of New Rochelle’s Aa2 rating and removes negative outlook
NEW ROCHELLE, N.Y. (June 14, 2016) — Moody’s Investors Service has affirmed the Aa2 rating on City School District of New Rochelle’s $53.6 million in outstanding general obligation debt in addition to removing its negative outlook. The Aa2 rating reflects the district’s substantial tax base, above average socioeconomic indicators and reserve levels below what is … Continue reading “Moody’s Investors Service affirms City School District of New Rochelle’s Aa2 rating and removes negative outlook”
LEGOLAND® New York officials to introduce proposed project at special Town of Goshen Board meeting
MEDIA ADVISORY Who: Officials with Merlin Entertainments PLC, Orange County and Town and Village of Goshen officials What: Special Goshen Town Board meeting to introduce the proposed LEGOLAND® New York project When: 7:30 p.m., Tuesday, June 14 Where: Orange County Emergency Services Center, 22 Wells Farm Road, Goshen, NY 10924 Why: Merlin Entertainments PLC … Continue reading “LEGOLAND® New York officials to introduce proposed project at special Town of Goshen Board meeting”
Superintendent Dr. Kenneth R. Hamilton Hosts Celebration of Second Annual Reading Challenge Achievers
MOUNT VERNON, N.Y. (June 3, 2016) – The Mount Vernon City School District gave away more than 100 donated new bicycles to students at the Superintendent’s Second Annual Reading Challenge Carnival on the football field at Mount Vernon High School Thursday. The carnival was held for the 1,836 students who reached their reading goals this … Continue reading “Superintendent Dr. Kenneth R. Hamilton Hosts Celebration of Second Annual Reading Challenge Achievers”
Explore Beyond Ulster County’s Hidden Tourist Attractions This Summer
County offers numerous hidden gems for tourists seeking local flavor KINGSTON, N.Y. (June 2, 2016) — With summer fast approaching, Ulster County is already beginning to see an increase in visitors to major area tourist attractions. But for tourists interested in experiencing the county from a local’s perspective, the area offers numerous sights, sounds, tastes … Continue reading “Explore Beyond Ulster County’s Hidden Tourist Attractions This Summer”