Community

When I speak to local community leaders, they tell me how difficult things are right now. They want to continue offering quality services but are finding that times are changing. Read one group’s story. Meet Carole Wolf. A woman with a passion for...

We are all hearing that the economy is in a slump. I was curious how community organizations are handling the downturn. After all, they provide valuable services. Read this community group’s story and then see the tips I offer that should increase...

I was involved in fundraising at the temple that my children attended. It was a lot of work but great fun working with the other women in the group. We did fashion shows, pot luck suppers and dinner dances. But I will never forget one spring, much like...

By Tom Settino of Vino 100, Newburgh The winter months are upon us. The temperature drops, the fires blaze and we look for the warmth of shared times around the hearth. These times call for heartier "winter wines" that warm the heart and soul...

Thanksgiving, perhaps the most well-loved and enjoyed American holiday, is just around the corner. Thanksgiving is truly America's holiday, a day of appreciation of our many blessings, our cherished families and dear friends. Thanksgiving is certainly...

by Sharon MacGregor I am a freelance writer and columnist living in Sulllivan County. My husband and I celebrated our 20th wedding anniversary last year and are raising our two man-cubs with both old-fashioned and modern parenting styles. Another member...

BY ROBYN MORENO Whether you're traveling for pleasure or business, it's more possible than ever to get away without breaking the bank. Here are nine ways to save a buck: 1. Sign up for frequent-flier miles Not only do airline frequent-flier programs...

Submitted by: Kate Kusterbeck, RN, BC, RMP a Holistic Nurse utilizing therapeutic interventions such as cranial sacral massage, reiki, meditation, EFT and hypnotherapy to enable positive health outcomes. Reach Kate at Willem62284@aol.com Ethical decisions...

by Judith Muir A remarkable new music program is benefiting children and adults with autism in Dutchess County, NY. Called the Music for Life Program, it gets participants to sing with seniors at Green Briar Adult Home in Millbrook, providing therapeutic...

by Terrie Goldstein, Publisher It is amazing the role sports plays in all our lives. When I was young I only participated in sports during the summers. No school sports for me. It was all head games and getting good grades. In my thirties my best buddies...

by Tom Settino, Owner, Vino100 Australia is a huge country – a complete continent. It is 25 times larger than Italy, 14 times larger than France and just about the same size as the continental USA. It has mountains to climb, surf to ride and deserts...

by Terrie Goldstein, Publisher On Sunday night my husband and I were treated to another form of art, the Swimming Cities of Switchback Sea, a flotilla of intricately hand crafted vessels which navigated the stretch of the Hudson River between Troy and...

by Mary Zak, HVParent.com & HVLifeOnline.com Salesperson I'm lovin' this guinea pig gig! This time I got to bring home three varieties of organic mushrooms. I loved the minimal packaging; a little plastic bag with a window so you can see what...

by Debbie Eichler, HVParent/Life Sales Associate I recently tried Suave Sleek Shampoo and Conditioner. Over the years I have tried a lot of the Suave hair care products, mainly because the price was right for my family budget and the products seem to...

Sarah Ludwig Rausch is a mom of four and a freelance writer. Sarah specializes in parenting, children’s health, agriculture and family issues and writes a blog, “Parenting By Trial and Error.” She’s written for The Christian Science Monitor , The Progressive...