Take a minute to think about how many times you are working on a project or want to complete a task and you don’t have a tool or object you need to get the job done. You might not have anyone reliable to ask to borrow said object, or you might not be surrounded by […]
Welcome to the first weekend of SPRING! What better way to celebrate a new season than enjoying some fun local activities that honor the refreshing change a new season brings? Here are some of our picks for fun things to do this weekend! Breathe some fresh air during a Sunrise Stroll on the Walkway […]
Looking for some great ways to enjoy the weekend? You can find a wide range of activities to enjoy an awesome selection of live music and to engage with other members of our community at a wide range of events. Find your fun and shake off those winter blues. Here are some of our picks […]
Kingston Happenings is excited to announce the launch of its new ‘Furever Friend Program‘ that connects prospective dog owners with canines looking for a home from the Ulster County SPCA. Sponsored by Kimlin Energy Services, Kingston Happenings will feature dogs available for adoption on its popular digital media channels, website, and weekly radio show on […]
Fireworks will not be held as usual on Kingston’s Rondout Waterfront but there will be a fireworks show at Tech City in the Town of Ulster on July 4th and motorcade on July 5th. Details are as follows: From the Ulster County Executive’s Office Ulster County Executive Pat Ryan announced today that Ulster County will […]
Beginning Tuesday June 9th there will be some new changes regarding the Mid-Hudson Region’s long-awaited reopening. Check out the resources below to determine what will be available to the public and how to keep safe while enjoying these newly opened industries- Mid-Hudson Region Enters Phase II of Re-opening on Tuesday The Mid-Hudson region is set […]
Cultural Quilt of the Hudson Valley Engages Schools, Seniors, Celebrates Diversity and Builds Community While We Are Apart A crowd-sourced art project, launched by the Reher Center for Immigrant Culture and History and the Barrett Art Center, invites neighbors to come together while we are apart to collaboratively produce a digital quilt representing our diversity […]
Kingston Happenings has long been a valued resource to the community for promoting local organizations and businesses. In this time when we all need to support each other, we have come up with another way to lend a hand. We will continue to leverage our social media channels to make people aware of new developments, […]
Reprinted from governor.ny.gov Effective as of 8PM March,22 2020, individuals are urged to comply with the following orders from the Governor’s office as part of New York State’s P.A.U.S.E. (Policies Assure Uniform Safety for All) plan. Governor Andrew M. Cuomo “We know the most effective way to reduce the spread of this virus is through […]
Follows Directive Monday Limiting Crowd Capacity for Recreational & Social Gatherings to 50 People – Temporary Closure of Movie Theaters, Gyms and Casinos as well as On Premise Service at Restaurants & Bars Follows Temporary Closure of All Indoor Portions of Retail Shopping Malls, Amusement Parks & Bowling Alleys – Effective by 8 PM Thursday Part […]
Introduced in House (03/11/2020) by Rep. Nita M. Lowey [D-NY-17] Families First Coronavirus Response Act This bill responds to the coronavirus outbreak by providing paid sick leave and free coronavirus testing, expanding food assistance and unemployment benefits, and requiring employers to provide additional protections for health care workers. Specifically, the bill provides FY2020 supplemental appropriations […]
Governor Cuomo Announces Three-Way Agreement with Legislature on Paid Sick Leave Bill to Provide Immediate Assistance for New Yorkers Impacted By COVID-19 The Governor and Legislature have an agreement on a bill guaranteeing job protection and pay for New Yorkers who have been quarantined as a result of novel coronavirus. The bill also includes the permanent comprehensive […]
Amid Lack of Federal Direction, Governor Cuomo, Governor Murphy and Governor Lamont Announce Regional Approach to Combatting COVID-19 The three States will limit crowd capacity for recreational and social gatherings to 50 people – effective by 8 PM tonight Restaurants and bars will close for on premise service and move to take-out and delivery only effective 8 PM tonight Movie theaters, […]
City of Kingston Declares a State of Emergency, For other up to date information, please refer to the Ulster County executive’s web page: https://ulstercountyny.gov/news/executive Mayor Noble Limits Access to Public Buildings KINGSTON, NY – Mayor Steve Noble has declared a State of Emergency in the City of Kingston. Noble also announces that the City of […]
The year of 2019 may be waning but it isn’t going out with a whimper! There are plenty of events ready for you to choose from and celebrate the Holiday season whatever way you like. Rest assured, there’s something for everyone. From kids to seniors, you’ll be merry this holiday season in and around Kingston. […]