A recent article in the New York Times discusses the allure of weekend homes in our two counties for city dwellers who love to garden. The article’s author, Stephen Orr, spoke to residents from both Columbia and Dutchess Counties for the piece.
You can read the article now by clicking here.
Yes! Check it out on one of my new favorite sites for all things funky: charlesandmarie.com
Just found the following on Craig’s List:
A bistro table and 2 matching woven chairs – $40
Location: Delmar
From the listing:
“This ad is for a small mosaic-look bistro table and 2 woven chairs. The legs are wrought iron. They have been used both indoors and outdoors. In good condition, with some normal wear on the chairs.”
Click here for listing with contact info.
It appears as if a classic e-mail scam has received a local twist. Residents of Dutchess County have been subjected to an email scam in which residents have been receiving an email that states they are going to be murdered unless they send money to the scammer’s account.
If you receive an email like this, call your local police department.
Is it just me or has it been an extremely long Winter? I was thrilled yesterday when I spotted the following in the yard.
Since we moved into our house in January, I have no idea what is about to bloom here but I’m excited for some color.
Columbia County Current 