Central Hudson

Paranoid residents in the Hudson Valley aren't imagining things. There really are black helicopters following us this week.

While we hope that you won't need to use these things, double check that you have them just in case.

HEAP? You might want to refer to it as HEAT, since it can help you heat your home and your family. How can you see if you qualify and apply? Here's all you need to know:

You may have seen the tree trimmers in the bucket trucks around the Hudson Valley but have you ever seen the guys who climb the trees?

Tired of getting upset at Central Hudson? Here is one way you can attempt to avoid the estimated bills:

Friday's ice storm wreaked havoc in Ulster County. Central Hudson is still working to restore power in over 600 locations.

Central Hudson has shared a video with the Hudson Valley to help clear up some common restoration questions.

Have you ever stopped to wonder why there are shoes hanging from power lines? How did they get up there and is there some secret meaning?

Have you checked out the view from the Mid Hudson Bridge or the Walkway Over the Hudson looking west toward Ulster County? In the height of fall foliage it’s a pretty spectacular sight.

Have the important safety stuff ready but then make sure you have gotten a few things from our fun list before the next Hudson Valley Storm.