credit Liza Donnelly, This cartoon first appeared on Moms Clean Air Force: Fighting for our Kids' Health.
by Cynthia Owen Philip
New York struggles to define acceptable limits to the developers' thirst for natural gas.
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by Robin Cherry
How 19th century German romanticism once brought Mayan artifacts to Cruger Island of Red Hook.
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by Vivian Yess Wadlin
A resident of Highland, Lilly Martin Spencer was a prolific painter of late 19th century every day life.
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General Interest
by Vivian Yess Wadlin
After you’ve strolled over Walkway Over The Hudson, drive or walk to Haviland Road’s abrupt end at the Mid Hudson Bridge. There, be prepared for Bertolozzi’s percussive serenade, known simply
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by Rob Rubsam
Susan Kayne of Unbridled TV and Clermont Farms is determined to change the horse culture of New York State . . . the sooner the better.
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Local History
by Vivian Yess Wadlin
Images of Stone Ridge take us back in time and point out the underlying texture of history still visible in this lovely village.
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by Teresa Vilardi
For almost a century this family has been farming the precincts along White School House Road in Rhinbeck.
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Building & Home
by M. C. Primiano
When the parents' empty nest gets filled up with stuff: call out the dropcloths!
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by Neil Soderstrom
Ways to nurture and protect your cavity-nesting bluebirds, chickadees, house wrens, and tree swallows.
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Food & Wine
by Laura Pensiero
Spring's arrival, says Laura Pensiero, means put away the stew pot and pull out the sauté pan and think fava beans, peas & ramps!
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by Arlene Wege
Our chocolate researcher ventures across the bridge . . .
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Health & Wellness
by Naomi Kennedy
Whether considered a disease or a disorder, the musculoskeletal pain, fatigue, and multiple tender points of fibromyalgia are a very real phenomenon to the millions who suffer from them.
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by Kathryn Matthews
Plastics are everywhere in our kitchen and around our foods . . . but at what cost to health?
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Featured Community Businesses
A unique clothing boutique featuring runway and showroom samples, bags by Kipling and Whiting and Davis, SugarPlum toiletries, organic mineral make-up by ChaosCosmetics, shoes, belts, scarves, hair ornaments and more. Across from Rhinebeck Firehouse. 71 E. Market St, Rhinebeck 845-876-6729
Licensed Land Surveyor. Buying, selling, subdividing or building, our services assure you the real estate is where you think it is; that your house is on your property and your neighbor’s isn’t; that you've sold or bought what you have contracted for. Professional service, reasonable rates, thorough knowledge of area. 845-255-7358 or 845-246-8203
Beautiful grounds & panoramic view of mountains & Mohonk Tower provide backdrop for this contemporary bed & breakfast. Lounge in our outdoor pool in summer, hot tub, or by the fireside. Play pool or a variety of lawn games. Wonderful hiking, biking, climbing, golf, cross-country skiing, antiquing within minutes. Central air. Smoke-free environment. Full breakfast with home-baked goods. New Paltz 845-255-6144
Dr. Elinor B. Descovich, Optometrist
Eye Examinations, Contact Lenses, No Line Bifocals,Prescriptions Filled in Dedrick's Pharmacy Plaza
188 Main St, New Paltz 845-255-8370
Since 1973, we've been providing quality service & installation of overhead doors to homeowners, contractors, architects & commercial businesses. Let the "only real door company in the Valley" exceed your expectations. 40 Arlington Ave, Poughkeepsie 845-471-1130
Family owned / operated locally for almost four decades. Residential roofing & siding using Energy Star® materials. Dozens of delighted local references. Fully insured. Free estimates. Custom standing seam seamless metal roofing including copper & 23 colors & two gauge thicknesses, all Galvalume. Also, all shingle roofs. Siding includes wood & vinyl materials, fire & rot resistant fiber cement products that even fool woodpeckers! We install the retrofit roofing system called "cool roof." Learn about the energy efficiency consumer tax credit fo up to $1800 on roofing and siding packages. Serving the Hudson Valley. 845-795-5159
Fun - Affordable - Dance in GARDINER! Air Conditioned Facility includes 2 Studios, Dancewear Store, ANYTIME parent viewing, Homework Center, N.P. school bus stop, KinderDance, Tot Classes, Tap, Ballet, Pointe, Jazz, Lyrical, Hip Hop, Ballroom, Line Dance. Birthday Parties, Demo Team, Private Lessons, Workshops and MORE! Ages 3-Adults! 28 Osprey Lane, Gardiner 845-255-6434
Full range of tree services; small or large projects. Serving Columbia and Northern Dutchess Counties. Locally owned and operated. Robert Everhart, ISA-certified arborist, with over 20 years experience in tree care, preservation and maintenance. 23 Orchard Rd, Hudson 518-822-9154 or 845-489-3572
Your area professional since 1968 is always buying and selling coins, currency, gold & silver, jewelry, old marbles, postcards, toys & many other small collectibles. Fair, honest dealings guaranteed. Bill & Ruth Blair. Call for an appointment. 845-254-4717
Art for the HeArt theme continues throughout March; Spring Forth theme begins April with new paintings for both by Betsy Jacaruso & Cross River artists. Gallery open to 7pm every 3rd Saturday during Rhinebeck Arts Walks.May 16 from 5:30–7pm: 2013 Art Along the Hudson kick-off (location TBA). The Rhinebeck Courtyard
43 E. Market St., Suite 2, Rhinebeck 845-516-4435
A wine estate developed for the exclusive production of Chardonnay, a premium dry wine. Self-guided tour/video describe phases of grape growing and wine making. Gift shop and cafe offering gourmet lunches and picnic baskets at modest prices. Call for hours. Wedding/event hosting. Burroughs Drive, West Park 845-384-6709
Over 25 years working in collaboration with homeowners and professional designers to create a unique and special something for the home or office. Custom cabinetry and so much more! 518-537-2365 or 845-399-5484
Dine in the area's most spectacular setting and discover why Mohonk consistently receives rave reviews, including Hudson Valley Magazine's award for "Best Restaurant with a View"! Combining culinary artistry with the best of traditional tastes, Mohonk's award-winning chefs serve breakfast, lunch, and dinner daily. Bountiful Sunday Brunch. Holiday meals are special occasions on our mountaintop. Reservations required. 845-256-2056 1000 Mountain Rest Rd, New Paltz 800-772-6646
Decades of excellence. Apple-certified, reasonably priced. Trusted advice, expert installation and life-cycle support for Macintosh OS X systems and networks. Offering a variety of services, for diverse needs. Clients include Sports Illustrated and Apple®, professionals, artists & practitioners. 845-331-1111
Furniture restoration, and repairs. Chair caning and seat weaving. Established in 1986. Fully insured. See also under “Carpentry & Custom Woodworking.” Elizaville 845-756-2788
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