County Executive Mike Hein Provides Update on Shawangunk Ridge Wildfire and Urges Residents to Exercise Caution
Posted May 6, 2015
The Wildfire Has Burned More Than 2,617Acres Of State Forest Land
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Ulster County Executive Mike Hein Proclaims May As Older Americans Month And Announces The 2015 Ulster County Senior of The Year Award Winners
Posted May 5, 2015Kingston, NY- Ulster County Executive Mike Hein proclaims May as Older Americans Month and announces that John Beilman of Ellenville is Ulster County’s 2015 “Senior Citizen of the Year,” and Carolyn Mary Short of Kingston is awarded the 2015 “Most Outstanding Contribution by a Senior Citizen.” “Mr. Beilman and Ms. Short are two exceptional senior citizens who are appreciated for their caring and tireless contributions to our community,” said County Executive Mike Hein.
Weight Gain the Healthful Way
Posted May 1, 2015Many people envy individuals who have a hard time gaining weight, but people who are too thin can have their own health risks, including hormonal problems, decreased immune function, and problems with skin, teeth, and hair. If your body mass index (BMI) is below 18.5 or you have unintentionally lost more than 5% of your body weight in one month, these tips may help in gaining or re-gaining weight.
County Executive Mike Hein Announces 5th Annual Healthy Ulster County Week: May 2 - May 10, 2015
Posted April 28, 2015Lloyd, NY- This morning, County Executive Mike Hein was joined by Commissioner of Health and Mental Health Dr. Carol Smith, and Ulster County business and community leaders at Tony Williams Park to officially declare May 2, 2015 – May 10, 2015 as the 5th Annual Healthy Ulster County Week. During Healthy Ulster County Week, special events, services and promotions are being offered by local businesses and community organizations to encourage Ulster County residents to live healthy lifestyles, in the ongoing effort to make Ulster County the healthiest county in New York.
County Executive Mike Hein Introduces Comprehensive Nutrition and Wellness Program for Seniors
Posted April 23, 2015Kingston, NY - County Executive Mike Hein visited Gateway Industries, in Kingston, New York, today to announce his plan to expand and improve Ulster County’s Meals on Wheels program. The new Senior Meals on Wheels Plus program will not only include hot meal deliveries to eligible seniors, but support through a new and intensive “Right At Home” service, designed to provide enhanced at home support and advocacy for the County’s most vulnerable seniors.
