Friday, December 7, 2012

Uptown Kingston celebrates the Holidays!


Uptown Holiday Open House Tonight 5-8PM Horse & Buggy Rides, Refreshments, Santa Claus, Carollers and A Chance to Win Up To $2,500 https://www.facebook.com/KingstonUptownBusinessAssociation

Monday, December 3, 2012

Monday, November 26, 2012

Council at Work

Kingston, NY: Aldermen Carey, Ball, Hoffay, & Dunn replace the kitchen floor at the central fire station. Photo courtesy of Alderman Matthew Dunn.

Saturday, November 24, 2012

Tree Lighting Ceremony, Kingston, Ny -

Caroling - Coach House Players

Majority Leader Thomas Hoffay and Alderwoman Elisa Ball of Ward 6.
more photos on www.facebook.com/KingstonNews

Friday, November 16, 2012

Kingston Lions Foundation awards $3,000 to the Queens Galley

After a luncheon presentation by Diane Reeder of the Queens Galley, the Kingston Lions Foundation Board discussed the dire situation of the Queens Galley, now celebrating 10 years feeding the needy. With the need of Sandy victims many contributions that would have gone to Queens Galley went to the severely damaged areas.  The Galley did not make its payroll last week and was facing layoffs right before Thanksgiving. The Queens Galley does not get any government funding and relies strictly on public donations to keep the Galley open. They currently provide 10,000 meals a month. It is hoped that providing $3,000 would cover payroll(Diane is a volunteer and does not get paid) and keep the facility open through Thanksgiving.  It is hoped that this funding will give Diane some breathing room to get funding for the balance of the year. To mail contributions they are located at Queens Galley 254 Washington Ave., Kingston, NY
Kingston Lions Club Foundation Press Release Nov 15th 2012

Monday, October 29, 2012

Press Release: News from the Office of the Ulster County Executive

STATEMENT OF COUNTY EXECUTIVE MIKE HEIN WITH HURRICANE SANDY UPDATES

Kingston, NY – At 4 PM this afternoon, speaking from the Ulster County Emergency Operations Center (EOC), County Executive Hein provided the following hurricane statement:

Currently, there are multiple areas in which there is serious concern in Ulster County with respect to storm surge combining with high tides and rainwater to produce water levels from the Hudson and Rondout that are between 8 and 9 feet above sea level: Dock Street in Saugerties, the Rondout in Kingston, the Water Treatment Plant in Esopus and the Sewer Treatment Plant in Lloyd.  My administration is continuing to work with officials in each of these areas.  In addition, we have met with City of Kingston Chief of Police Egidio F. Tinti and Alderman at Large James Noble with respect to the Rondout area.  And we have consulted with Esopus Town Supervisor John Coutant about the Connelly area, in addition to the water treatment plant.
The Port Ewen Water District (PEWD) reports that flood waters from the Hudson River have entered the grounds of its municipal water treatment plant, on River Road, in Port Ewen, New York. As a result, the plant has been shut down until further notice. The Port Ewen Water District has a 3-day back-up supply of clean water available, however, in order to ensure continuity of service, including supply to emergency services, PEWD officials are requesting that residents and businesses limit their water use to only the most essential needs.

Shelters are available throughout Ulster County, a list of which can be found on the County’s website.  Residents have begun to arrive at the shelters.  In addition to shelter staff, nurses from the Ulster County Department of Health are stationed at the Bellayre shelter and Red Cross nurses are on site at the Trudy Farber Resnick shelter in Ellenville.

At 4 PM today, County Executive Hein imposed a County-wide travel restriction in Ulster County.  Pursuant to this restriction, only essential personnel should be on the road.

In addition, County Executive Hein has decided to close County office buildings tomorrow.  Only personnel essential to the storm effort must report to work.

County Executive Hein urges residents to check www.ulstercountyny.gov, call 2-1-1 or call the County’s toll free number 855-855-1235for updates.  NYSEG can be reached by calling 800-572-1131 and Central Hudson at 452-2700. For downed wires and other emergencies call 9-1-1.
RELEASE:                                       
October 29, 2012  4:31 PM

Thursday, October 11, 2012

NEWS RELEASE: ASSEMBLYMAN CAHILL COMMENTS ON THE ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT FUTURE OF THE HUDSON VALLEY UPON VISIT BY GOVERNOR AND LT. GOVERNOR

(Kingston, NY) Assemblyman Kevin Cahill (D – Ulster/Dutchess) issued the following statement regarding the Assembly’s efforts to spur the local economy and top priorities for future growth: “I am proud of the good work the Assembly has done to revive our economy and spur sustainable development here in the Hudson Valley. From available low cost power through the revamped Recharge New York program to our continued focus on centerpiece developments like the Clearwater Home Port project on the Rondout, my initiatives are intended to make New York and our communities good places to live, work and raise our families. “When we return to Albany, that work has to continue by making our tax burden lower and more fair. A new focus on making public education great again and once and for all dealing with the utterly unfair system of real property taxation can allow our efforts so far to take hold as the basis of a solid local economy.” Release: October 11, 2012

NY Gov. Andrew Cuomo, Rip Van Winkle

Monday, September 3, 2012

2012 Hooley on the Hudson -- Opening Ceremony Procession

The Procession of the Ulster County AOH Division 1 Pipes and Drums Band down the Company Hill Path for the opening of the 2012 Hooley on the Hudson in Kingston, NY on September 02, 2012. video by HooleyOnTheHudson

Friday, July 20, 2012

The Goonies: The Show WILL Go On!

Kingston Parks Movies Under the Stars outdoor showing of “The Goonies” and performance by the Percussion Orchestra of Kingston - POOK scheduled for July 20, 2012 at 7:30pm will be moved to the Andy Murphy Midtown Recreation Center located at 467 Broadway due to inclement weather. The Citibus will be available as normally scheduled to bring guests to the movies. Parking is available on-street and at the municipal lot across the street next to Monkey Joe’s.

Thursday, June 28, 2012

Wednesday, June 27, 2012

Friday, June 15, 2012

Alderman-at-Large. James Noble

with YNN's Doug Short on the sinkhole on Washington Avenue, Resolution # 121 of 2012 of the Common Council of the City of Kingston, New York, Adopting Bond Ordinance in the Amount of $1,630,000.00 for the Purpose of Paying the Costs of the Washington Avenue Tunnel Remediation.

Tuesday, June 12, 2012

Tuesday, March 27, 2012

Friday, March 16, 2012

Kingston Police Department 's Facebook **from Kingston Water Dept**

The Kingston Water Department has been addressing a water pressure issue (NOT a break) that occurred throughout the City earlier this morning. The matter has been resolved, but the Ulster County Health Department has recommended Kingston City residents boil their water before consumption for the next 24 hours. https://www.facebook.com/KingstonPD

Thursday, March 1, 2012

Kingston, Ny: Street Light Outages along the Broadway Corridor Reported to DPW on February 1

Google map: Streetlight (all metal poles) Out  
630 Broadway, http://g.co/maps/jtgxd "out"
...
579 Broadway, http://g.co/maps/uhzfb "go on and off"

557 Broadway, http://g.co/maps/5pvdh "Underpass" under underpass going down on the left hand side and two onn top are out..

348 Broadway, http://g.co/maps/nyreb "out"

322 Broadway, http://g.co/maps/cntpq "out"

Broadway / Orchard Street, http://g.co/maps/aa7p3 "out" sinkhole by catch basin.

295 Broadway, http://g.co/maps/g8dhc "out"

238 Broadway, http://g.co/maps/ubabw "out"

207 Broadway, http://g.co/maps/6wrqy "out"

Broadway / McEntee Street, http://g.co/maps/fmma9 "out"

Wednesday, February 22, 2012

Assemblymember Kevin Cahill co-sponsors a bill A03534 in support of Public Access Tv


A03534 Summary: Requires the establishment of a citizens' committee on cable television prior to granting or renewing a cable television franchise by a municipality; such committee shall study and make recommendations on the requirement of the municipality for public education and local government programming; all such recommendations shall be included in the franchise agreement; eliminates the authority of counties to enter into franchise agreements with cable television systems; requires every municipality having a population of less than one million, which charges cable television fees to annually put aside not less than $250,000 to be spent exclusively for the creation, operation and maintenance of a public access television station; requires cable television systems to post municipal franchise agreement on their internet websites.

Monday, February 20, 2012

WATCH LIVE: Kingston's Laws and Rules meeting on 2/21/2012 | Kingston News Live |

Tonight, I plan to provide a live video stream of the CABLE COMMISSION. Alliance for Community Media Representative is on the agenda. Kingston News Live @ Ustream.TV - link to the channel: http://ustre.am/2yBV

The Kingston Daily Freeman is also planning on live streaming Kingston's Laws and Rules panel meeting Tuesday at 7 p.m. New rules on landlord renting on agenda. See Freeman website on Tuesday night for this live coverage. | Daily Freeman | http://www.dailyfreeman.com

NOTE: The Kingston News Live stream will start after 8:00 PM.

Sunday, January 22, 2012

Tune in to Channel 23, Tonight at 9:00pm for the City of Kingston - Swearing In Ceremony


swearing-in ceremony of Kingston Mayor Shayne Gallo and members of the Common Council. ... Common Council Re-Organization 1/1/2012. 

Thursday, January 19, 2012

NEWS: STATEMENT FROM ASSEMBLYMEMBER CAHILL ON CONGRESSMAN HINCHEY’S DECISION NOT TO SEEK RE-ELECTION


(Kingston, NY)  Assemblymember Kevin Cahill (D-Ulster, Dutchess) released the following statement:

“Congressman Maurice Hinchey’s legacy is one of great tenacity, principle and outstanding service to the people he has represented throughout his time in the New York State Assembly and United States House of Representatives.

“During his tenure in Albany, he was responsible for the foundation of New York State’s environmental protection laws, now considered a model for the world.  In Washington, the Congressman developed a well earned reputation as a person who stood strong for his beliefs, often in the face of overwhelming odds.

“I consider Maurice a personal friend and mentor.  I will continue to seek his good advice and counsel.

“I look forward to working with him for the duration of his time in public office. I wish him a long, healthy and prosperous life as a private citizen in the years to come.

“The people of the 101st Assembly and 22nd Congressional Districts have been well served by his activist representation.  I am grateful for all he has done and continues to do for the betterment of our state and nation.”

NEWS RELEASE: January 19, 2012

Wednesday, January 11, 2012

Traffic Signals - Stop Sign

Kingston Common Council tuesday night passed a resolution to remove the traffic signals at the intersection of Main & Green st and the Kingston Business Park @ Corporate Dr\ Delaware Ave and replace them with permanent stop signs. ..

Ustream: Recorded live from the monday night caucus, Lawmakers debate over replacing traffic signals with stop signs. http://ustre.am/_1kxnu:Ylj

Thursday, January 5, 2012

Kingston Now Show 17 Trolly Museum

Uploaded by KingstonNow on Jan 3, 2012

Kingston NOW, Every Wednesday at 11:00PM on WRNN-TV Channel 22. Produced and recorded at Seven21 Media Center.

Trolley Museum's website: www.tmny.org/