Archive for April, 2008

A Passion For Hudson River Vistas

Saturday, April 26th, 2008

There is no shortage of great and even dramatic views of the Hudson River. Which is the best? Well, that depends on where in the Hudson Valley you are from or which part of the Hudson River you like best.
I have a few favorite viewing places of my own. The view from Olana is one […]

Congressman John Hall On Hudson Valley Water Pollution

Thursday, April 10th, 2008

The Hudson Valley has been significantly affected by water pollution that presents a real threat to drinking water, public health and the environment. The impact of this water contamination has been felt by too many communities and as the Hudson Valley grows, it’s important that we protect our precious water resources.
Five sites in New […]

Real Butter On Your Popcorn In Rhinebeck

Tuesday, April 8th, 2008

Most purists out there have learned from experience to stay away from the recycled motor oil that most movie theaters pawn off as butter for your popcorn. I’m not quite sure what that stuff is made of but it almost always leaves a nasty after-taste in your mouth that lasts for hours.
For those of […]

Get Out For Hopewell Junction Clean Water

Monday, April 7th, 2008

Congressional Hearing In East Fishkill
A field hearing will be held at 9:30 a.m. April 11 in East Fishkill town hall to examine water pollution and cleanup in the Hudson Valley. The Hopewell Precision Superfund Site will be discussed.
By attending this very important hearing you will show EPA and everyone else that YOU WANT THIS […]

Cool Hudson Valley Sunrise

Saturday, April 5th, 2008

I found this really great photo of a Hudson Valley sunrise. Actually, I should not have found it. It should have been offered up by my son who took the photo.
Anyway, a thing of beauty is a thing of beauty no matter how it finds you.
You can see it on his blog at:
http://www.userscape.com/blog/index.php/site/comments/sunrise/
Enjoy it.

Deep Thoughts On The Poughkeepsie Railroad Bridge and Walkway Over the Hudson

Wednesday, April 2nd, 2008

As you may know there has been a longstanding campaign in the Poughkeepsie area to revitalize the old Poughkeepsie Railroad Bridge. To fix it up and make it usable for both strolling and cycling. The idea is to make it a Hudson Valley tourist attraction and thereby not only revitalize the bridge but maybe the […]

Hudson Valley Sojourner’s Fetish

Tuesday, April 1st, 2008

Yes, I admit that I am a sausage, wurst, and hot dog freak. I say this without remorse and with taste glands salivating.
I grew up in a cultural melting pot dominated by a mix of European immigrants. Just as mixed and varied were the pungent aromas that emanated from the stacks of homemade sausage, and […]