Freelance writers in Hudson Valley, New York

• Hudson Valley Parent magazine seeks freelance submissions for locally-slanted features on health, education, and fun family places to go in the Valley. Pay is $80 for 700-1000 words.

• The New Windsor Sentinel seeks freelance reporters. "Experience is preferred, but will train candidates that exhibit a solid work ethic and passion for covering local news," the ad states. "Residents of Newburgh, New Windsor and the surrounding areas are encouraged to apply." Send a brief cover letter and resume to Mark Gerlach at sentinelnews@thesentineloc.com.

• Yorktown Patch, a hyperlocal news website owned by AOL, seeks freelance journalists to cover city-specific events, breaking news, investigative pieces, and news features. Pay is $50 to $200 per article.