Ulster County NY Fair & Real EstateUPDATE: 2012 Ulster County Fair Taft Street Guide

New Paltz NY Real Estate - Summer Fun in the Hudson Valley - The 2011 Taft Street Guide Ulster County Fair - If you're looking for a great time for the whole family, the Ulster County NY Fair is the place to be! Whether you like rides, great food, games, or entertainment, the Ulster County Fair has it all. Take a time warp to an old-fashioned good time and enjoy this festive summer fair! As always, Taft Street Realty has you covered with a quick-guide to this great time!

- Fun For Kids & Adults - People searching for New Paltz NY homes for sale often ask me about fun things to do in the local area. Our latest recommendation? The 2011 Ulster County Fair! Catering to all age levels, the fair is open all…

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As the New York State Senate ponders whether or not to bring to a vote an historic bill legalizing same-sex marriage, Ulster County can be proud of the role we have already played in this history-making debate. In fact, our community first tackled the issue in 2004, well out in front of everyone else on both the state and national levels. For it was back in ‘04 when newly elected New Paltz Mayor Jason West (just 26 at the time) began conducting same-sex unions in an effort to push the issue . . . and managed to push Ulster County right into the national equal rights spotlight.

Birthplace of a Movement

 

Today, a full seven years later, the controversy still rages on. The initial backlash cost Mr. West his re-election, and charges of illegal…

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"Terror Stricken" - The town of Rosendale NY has been capturing the attention of the New York Times for over 100 years. A quick search on the newspaper’s website turned up this harrowing headline from December 28th 1899(!)

        “The mountain near the Railroad Bridge at Rosendale last night caved in, causing a terrific noise and arousing the entire village from slumber. Some of the inhabitants were terror stricken…”

In recent years, the Times has focused on Rosendale’s appeal to New York City residents. 2010 produced some very positive articles that have highlighted Rosendale’s sense of community and appreciation for local history and the arts. In particular, the growing number of Brooklyn NY transplants (undoubtedly given a boost by an article last…

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