In episode eight of 'The Catch Up', Walter Mullen and Emily Sachar focus on the contentious Red Hook Town Board election. They discuss the creation of the Homegrown Red Hook party by Democratic candidates Kristina Dousharm and Ken Migliorelli as a strategic backup plan. The show details the confusion surrounding the Democratic caucus held on May 31, including procedural issues and objections filed by community members. Key issues include a disputed door-closing time and the failure to post a required notice on a bulletin board at the Dutchess County Board of Elections. They delve into potential next steps, including the possibility of holding another caucus and switching to a primary system in the future. The episode concludes with questions for each other.

Produced by Emily Sachar, Walter Mullin, Matty Rosenberg, and Jennifer Hammoud at the Radio Free Rhinecilff studio

In this episode of The Catch Up, Walter Mullen and Emily Sachar discuss recent stories from The Daily Catch. They cover the tragic drowning of Bard professor Rebecca Cole Heinowitz in California, emphasizing the importance of local news and community alerts. The episode then dives into local politics in Red Hook, detailing the Democratic caucus and the election of new town board members, Christine Kane and Ken Migliorelli. They discuss the implications of the caucus, the role of the boat club controversy, and how these events may affect future elections. Walter and Emily also tease upcoming stories, including features on local music scene in Kingston and other community news. They close with personal recommendations for local entertainment and food.

Produced by Emily Sachar, Walter Mullin, Matty Rosenberg, and Jennifer Hammoud at the Radio Free Rhinecilff studio

Daily Catch Publisher Walter Mullen and Editor Emily Sachar dive into the week's most pressing local stories.

The Red Hook Boat Club controversy takes center stage as we examine the fallout from misreported membership fees and the escalating tensions surrounding Robert McKean's eminent domain project—including vandalism and threats that have shaken the community.
We break down the latest school board election results in Red Hook and Rhinebeck, grass athletic fields, electric bus initiatives, and teacher union endorsements helped shape the outcomes. One year after the tragic death of Bard College piano student Linh Nguyễn, we reflect on her legacy and provide updates on the ongoing judicial proceedings against the driver responsible. Emily shares her powerful journey to Hanoi, where she met with Linh's family.
Looking ahead: We preview upcoming coverage of democratic caucuses, ongoing investigations into local traffic fatality aftermaths, and major development projects including the ambitious Six Senses initiative. The episode wraps up with Walter and Emily's personal picks and recommendations for the community.

Produced by Emily Sachar, Walter Mullin, Matty Rosenberg, and Jennifer Hammoud at the Radio Free Rhinecilff studio