Regional News

Gallatin ­­— A steaming pile of mulch is nothing to ignore, according to Pine Plains Hose Company No. 1 First Assistant Chief Brian Walsh, who said the steam is indicative of a fire brewing underneath the earthy material.
Usually it amounts to nothing, but when the mulch pile is especially large and dry, and the temperatures rise, an actual fire could break out, which is exactly what he said happened at the U.S. Lumber Co. on State Route 7 in Gallatin on Friday morning, May 3.

Amenia ­­— In the eight years since he opened Serevan restaurant in Amenia, chef/owner Serge Madikians (who is from Armenia) has earned a reputation for innovation and excellence.
The ever-changing special meals at Serevan focus on seasonal ingredients, presented with strong Middle Eastern and Armenian influences. A recent menu included specials such as wild salmon with shiitake mushrooms, organic Swiss chard and fingerling potatoes in an anise reduction; and saffron-infused goat cheese spaetzle with morel mushrooms, wild ramps and fresh herbs.

Wassaic —This hamlet provides farm-fresh food to urban communities such as the Bronx — more than many in the community here might realize.
Between Wassaic and the Bronx
Wassaic Community Farm (WCF) is a small farm project in Wassaic, in its sixth year. It focuses on food justice issues affecting the South Bronx, and Wassaic.

SHARON, Conn. — The Sharon Housing Trust (SHT) is halfway to matching a $50,000 grant that will help pay for a new affordable house on Low Road. Additional donations are being sought to bring the fundraising total up from $25,000 to $50,000.
Applicants are also being sought for the house; building won’t begin until there is a confirmed owner, so that they can work in partnership with the Housing Trust on the design of the residence.