Mike Benischek
Poughkeepsie Journal
Poughkeepsie, NY, United States
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Jen Metzger to lead Ulster County, defeats James Quigley in executive race
Former state Senator Jen Metzger, a Rosendale resident, will soon become Ulster County’s executive. → Read More
Hudson River cleanup: Why Scenic Hudson claims GE could owe Hudson Valley billions
Scenic Hudson says they are providing "a credible framework for assessing the damages GE could owe" under a Natural Resource Damage Assessment. → Read More
Poughkeepsie's goals for 2022; see what city has planned for youth support, other areas
Poughkeepsie is emphasizing support for youth, instituting a new public safety system and has goals for 2022. → Read More
Move over, 845! Another area code proposed for Mid Hudson region; here's why
The new area code is needed after an analysis showed the 845 area will soon exhaust the phone numbers available. → Read More
30,000 COVID positives: Dutchess cases nearly double in past week as county hits milestone
In one week the number of active cases in Dutchess increased by 87.5%, from 176 on July 27 to 330 Tuesday. → Read More
With $40K donated and counting, residents secure Holiday Helping Hand charities for 2021
Donations are still being accepted to fund charity events for the 2021 holiday season. → Read More
Little Lights: On this Thanksgiving in a difficult year, there are reasons to be thankful
Small moments of joy, comforts, smiles are what we all need to hang on to during the COVID-19 pandemic. → Read More
Coronavirus: How to invest in neighbors through new local gift card website Support Local
Don’t wait for someone else to save your favorite local business. See how visiting Support Local can help them survive COVID-19. → Read More
Abolishing Bridge Authority would hurt Hudson Valley: Legislators
Should the Thruway Authority merge with the Bridge Authority, lawmakers fear tolls could increase. → Read More
Firefighters battle blaze at Poughkeepsie excavation company
Multiple agencies are working at the site of the Thomas Gleason company. → Read More
Marist's climb back to prominence began with exodus of transfers
In his commentary, Mike Benischek explains how Marist turned its lowest point into a turning point. → Read More
Video: Marist discusses how to beat Quinnipiac
Marist College's Brian Giorgis and Rebekah Hand discuss the keys to winning Monday's MAAC final against Quinnipiac. → Read More
Video: Marist defeats Siena to reach MAAC final
Coach Brian Giorgis, Alana Gilmer and Rebekah Hand discuss their Marist College women's basketball team's semifinal win over Siena and Monday's final against Quinnipiac. → Read More
Marist to play for MAAC title Monday, beats Siena
Marist women's basketball clashed with Siena Sunday for a spot in the MAAC final. → Read More
Marist's Maker at year's end: 'People want results'
Thursday's defeat guaranteed Marist’s lowest win total for a season since 2011, finishing 6-25 → Read More
2018 Pyeongchang Olympics: What you need to know
The 2018 Winter Games were scheduled to begin Wednesday night in advance of the Opening Ceremony Friday → Read More
Marist's Hawaii women's basketball trip a stiff weekend test
In three days, Marist will take on three teams with nationally recognized names and a combined record of 10-2 for the young season. → Read More
On vacation, take a social media vacation: Our Turn
In an Our Turn column, Mike Benischek explains why everyone should be careful with social media on vacation → Read More
Tyler Lydon declares for NBA draft
Dutchess County may soon have its first homegrown NBA player in more than 40 years. → Read More
ARCHIVE: Donald Trump breathes new life into Dutchess golf course
In 2010, Donald Trump visited his new golf course in Dutchess County and gave a glimpse of his management style → Read More