Hudson – There was this comment on the Warning! Read This Before Moving Upstate! post: I moved up here in 2002 because I wanted to be a “bumpkin” who knows the name of the grocery store produce man, gives rides to folks in Lowe’s vests when I see them in Fairview, gets blood work lab…
Author: Rich Volo
Late July Events in Hudson, New York
Hi Readers – Last week, I wrote the piece, “Warning! Read This Before Moving Upstate!” That touched a nerve; I wasn’t expecting such a response. I have a few more opinion pieces in the draft folder, but I’m thinking I should hold off. Not every post is going to be a winner… There are only…
Jacob Leisler Institute announces Hudson River Bank and Trust Foundation Grant
The Jacob Leisler Institute is pleased to announce that the Hudson River Bank and Trust Foundation has awarded the Institute a $1,000 grant in support of our public engagement programs, including our 2023 Public Lecture Series and Student Internship Program. The Hudson River Bank and Trust Foundation’s generous contributions have been vital for our ongoing…
Mid-July Events in Hudson, New York
You know, sometimes I just get tired of saying the same things over and over and over. That was the inspiration for this blog – a sense of frustration. Instead of telling people about the same events twenty-seven times at the Farmers’ Market cookie table, I can just refer them to the blog. I finally…
July in Mothville, New York
Moths, or “Mothville”. (I think by this week, I’m behind in my natural Hudson disasters. “Sponge Moths” are SO six days ago, Trixie!) Hudson Hall screened “Female Trouble” a few weeks back, and Mark Allen and I were wondering about another John Waters’ film, “Desperate Living”. Wouldn’t it be fun if Hudson did an ode…
Hot “Lava” Studio Opens in Hudson
YES, it’s sizzle and simmer this summer! Hudsonian Kristin Haraldsdottir opens a new hot yoga studio, Lava, at 209 Warren Street this weekend. Trixie’s List staff writer, Romeo Barkley, interviewed the new owner. Q: First, how to you pronounce your name? A: Yeah, I’m from Iceland. My dad’s name is Harold and I am his…
July Event Listings in Hudson, NY
Welcome New Advertiser! Columbia County Fair You HAVE to go to the Fair! If you’ve lived here your whole life or just moved here, you MUST go! I’m vegetarian, but I am “off-the-wagon” and eat a pepperoni heel every year at the Fair. My body is like, “what is this?”, but it’s SO good! Once…
Daniel Schmeder
Please tell the readers about yourself; your background, history, experience, etc: My name is Daniel Schmeder. I am 62 years old. I’ve been married for almost 25 years now. I have a 5 year old and I’ve lived in Columbia County for 18 years and Hudson for 7 years. I’ve been self employed for my entire…
Mark Portin
Why County Court Matters to You & Why I am Running for Judge A County Court is established in each county outside New York City. It is authorized to hear civil cases involving amounts up to $25,000 and the prosecution of all crimes committed within the county, particularly cases involving felonies which are more serious…
Lola Roberts
Please tell the readers about yourself; your background, history, experience, etc: As a candidate for the City Council in Hudson, NY, I bring extensive experience in the Human Service field, having worked as a Licensed Practical Nurse for over 20 years. With a deep-rooted commitment to public safety, community policing, youth and senior programs, housing…