Join hosts Walter Mullen and Emily Sachar as they mark a double milestone: The Catch Up's 10th episode and The Daily Catch's four-year anniversary.
This episode dives into the Rhinebeck Aerodrome's temporary pause while they await the certification of two air bosses from the FAA. The hosts also examine the heated eminent domain battle between Red Hook and the Red Hook Boat Club, including the latest developments in their contentious negotiations.
They also spotlight the successful Beck Hook Pride celebration that brought the community together with an impressive parade and festivities honoring LGBTQ+ residents. The episode wraps up with updates on upcoming local elections and exciting news about grant funding that will help expand The Daily Catch's coverage.

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

Daily Catch Publisher Walter Mullen and Editor Emily Sachar discuss the two major local disruptions. First, they investigate how false rumors about an ICE raid in Red Hook sparked community-wide panic before being debunked through careful reporting.They also explore the recent Democratic Caucus debacle, where procedural errors and poor communication resulted in the caucus being declared invalid and requiring a do-over. Throughout the discussion, they analyze the broader impact on Red Hook politics and highlight how local journalism serves as a crucial check against misinformation, wrapping up with a listener Q&A about behind-the-scenes newsroom practices.

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

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 the local music scene in Kingston and other community news. They close with their top three personal recommendations.

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

Hosts Walter Mullen and Emily Sacher from The Daily Catch discuss the upcoming Board of Education elections in Red Hook and Rhinebeck, which involve decisions on turf field repairs, EV buses, and candidate endorsements. They also delve into Red Hook's village board issues, particularly focusing on tensions over the wastewater treatment plant and the resignation of a board member. Additionally, they cover the ongoing saga of the Red Hook Boat Club and its potential eminent domain conflict. The episode concludes with personal recommendations from the hosts, including podcasts, restaurants, books, and TV shows.

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

In this episode of The Catch Up, Publisher Walter Mullin and Editor in Chief Emily Sachar discuss two developing stories. First, they talk about the recent lawsuit filed by the Town of Rhinebeck against the new Six Senses Resort that is in the early stages of development in the Town of Clinton. Second, Walter and Emily discuss the Town of Red Hook's plans to use eminent domain to take over the private Red Hook Boat Club in order to give Red Hook residents access to the Hudson River for boating and other recreation on the river.

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

In episode three of The Catch Up, Daily Catch Publisher Walter Mullin sits down with Managing Editor Jake Bernstein. They discuss the unfolding story of the crisis at the wastewater treatment plant in Red Hook. Then they talk about the next step in the Comprehensive Plan for Rhinebeck Village: the forming of the Implementation Committee.

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