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(Kingston, NY)Ulster Savings Bank is pleased to announce the promotions of two team members: Carlos Santiago and Wynn Eggleston. Each of these employees has been recognized for their outstanding achievements.  Carlos Santiago has been promoted to First Vice President, Credit Officer at the bank’s Kingston headquarters. In his new role, Mr. Santiago will be responsible for overseeing credit ...read more

Demonstrating its commitment to developing talent from within and creating opportunities for long-term career advancement,Hudson Valley Credit Union (HVCU) has announced that 14 team members, including three in Ulster County, have recently completed leadership programs. These comprehensive courses aim to educate and motivate professionals to expand leadership capabilities, enhance community ...read more

What Is Adobe Firefly? What is Adobe Firefly? Adobe Firefly is a web-based generative artificial intelligence application designed specifically for creating high-quality visual assets through text descriptions. The platform works by interpreting plain language prompts into images, vector graphics, text effects, and video clips using advanced machine learning models trained on licensed content. ...read more

The search is on for outstanding businesses, business leaders and organizations in Ulster County, as preparations are now underway for the Annual Ulster County Business Recognition Awards in October.  Nomination forms including award criteria are available at the Ulster Chamber office at 214 Fair Street, Kingston or online at www.UlsterChamber.org.  Categories include: Business of the ...read more

Research cited by the U.S. Small Business Administration shows that 75% of users judge a company's credibility by its website design — before reading a word about what you sell. For small businesses in Kingston and across Ulster County, that first impression often determines whether a potential customer stays or leaves. The good news: building a visual brand that signals reliability and trust ...read more

Dover Plains, NY — March 6, 2026 — The Miles of Hope Breast Cancer Foundation has awarded a grant to Casting for Recovery to support a three-day fly fishing retreat for women with breast cancer, to be held June 5–7, 2026, at the Ten Mile River Preserve in Dover Plains, New York. The retreat will serve 14 women from the region and provide a unique opportunity for healing, connection, and outdoor ...read more

Small businesses across Ulster County face an ongoing challenge: doing more with less while keeping operations smooth, customers satisfied, and teams aligned. Fortunately, today’s digital tools allow local organizations to modernize workflows without adding unnecessary complexity or cost. Learn below about: Practical technologies that help small businesses work faster and stay ...read more

Running a business means wearing a lot of hats, but when it comes to sales and marketing, trying to do everything yourself is like juggling with your eyes closed. Eventually, you drop the ball. That’s where outside professionals come in—consultants, agencies, and freelancers who specialize in helping companies grow. But hiring external talent isn’t just about finding someone with the right skills; ...read more

Award-Winning, Ethically Sourced Chocolatier Expands with Second Location Poughkeepsie, NY (January 14, 2026) –Fruition Chocolate Works (Fruition), the region’s premier specialty chocolate maker, will bring its award-winning product to the east side of the Hudson River with a second location at Eastdale Village Town Center in Poughkeepsie, N.Y. The new location will offer an immersive experience ...read more

When a potential buyer scrolls through your online store, their first impression happens in seconds — and it almost always starts with your product photos. For members of the Ulster County Regional Chamber of Commerce, showcasing local goods with clear, engaging images can make the difference between “just browsing” and “add to cart.”TL;DR Use natural light and a steady hand (or ...read more

Consumer electronics has never been for the faint-hearted. Between the relentless pace of innovation and the fickle preferences of global customers, stepping into this arena demands more than just an appetite for risk. If you’re determined to make your mark in this space, you need more than a great idea or a clever prototype — you need a full arsenal of strategies to not just survive, but ...read more