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The town is supportive of the Kent family, owner of a 200 year-old farm, in its quest for a state grant.

Marlborough airs grants, traffic – and Indian Trail progress

  At its Monday, May 13 meeting, the Marlborough Town Board agreed to sponsor an application for funding for Milton’s historic Kent Farm from the state’s Restore New York …

Highland restores some positions prior to vote

Highland School Administration and the School Board concluded their final budget presentation for the 2024-25 school budget last week. The proposed budget for the upcoming fiscal year amounts to …
Donna Crowley, Thomas Nafey, Thomas Frisbie, William Hecht

Four seek four Wallkill School Board seats

Four candidates vie for four seats in Wallkill’s Board of Education elections slated for May 21. Incumbents Thomas Nafey, Donna Crowley, and Thomas Frisbie seek re-election, while candidate …

Ulster announces Planned Workforce Development Hub at iPark 87

On Monday, May 13, County and educational leaders announced the signing of two leases at iPark 87 that will create an innovative workforce development hub intended to expand access by residents to …

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Local News
Mike Bakatsias [L], Jenn Becker and Ed Meisel are running unopposed to serve on the Highland School Board.
There are three school board candidates seeking seats on the Highland School Board- Mike Bakatsias, Jenn Becker and Ed Meisel. The trio are running unopposed and residents will be able to vote on …
Two incumbents are running unopposed for two open seats on the Marlboro School Board. Their names will be on May 21 ballot, the same day that residents will vote on the $65,591,761 budget for the …
Many turned out to honor John McElrath Sr.: L-R Tom Corcoran, Gina Hansut, Everett Erichsen, Gael Appler Jr, William Freer, Matt Kneeter, McElrath, Adam Kneeter, NYS Assemblyman Jonathan Jacobson, Chief Steve Rivieccio, Chip Kent and Supt. Scott Corcoran.
The Milton Engine Company No. 1 recently held their annual Inspection Banquet at the Locust Grove Brewing Company.    Pastor David Stein, of the Lattingtown Baptist Church, …

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This week's edition

Southern Ulster Times - May 16, 2024

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Briefs
The Ulster County Veteran Services Agency, in collaboration with the Town of Lloyd Police Benevolent Association, is set to host a special event honoring local veterans with a Veteran’s …
The Highland Rotary Club is conducting a three-pronged “Day of Service” initiative on Saturday, May 18 by hosting a blood drive, coordinating a supply drive for care packages for deployed …
Residents are invited to join in supporting local vendors, artists, and community children at an upcoming event brimming with activities, shopping, entertainment, and delectable food and beverages. …
The Marlborough Arts Coalition [MaArCo] is holding their 3rd annual Open Studio Tour this Saturday and Sunday, May 18 & 19 from noon to 5pm. The self-guided tour invites the public to …
Stories you may have missed
Charlie’s Favorite Pom-Pom by Alison Echevarria.
The Middletown Art Group 2024 Members Spring Exhibition includes 105 artworks by 40 artists in various media: photography, oil, acrylic, pastel, charcoal, watercolor, mixed media, recycled and/or …
Donations are needed to keep the Clearwater afloat.
The Hudson River Sloop Clearwater, a cherished emblem of environmental stewardship, now in its 55th season, faces a short-term funding crisis putting the organization’s continued operations in …
Two new proposals – one that would restart unfinished condo development, the other a two-lot subdivision proposal – were scrutinized by the Marlborough Planning Board at its Monday, May 6 …

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After nearly 15 years in the pipeline, the Tillson, Toc and Vineyard realignment project is expected to be completed by the end of May. Last week Lloyd Supervisor Dave Plavchak gave an update on …
Recently, the Third Annual Cops N’ Bobbers Youth Fishing Tournament was held at Berean Park in Highland. Families brought their children to the park to try their hand at catching one or more of …
Ulster County has been granted $5 million by New York State Housing and Community Renewal to extend the implementation of the Plus One ADU Program, which provides financial assistance to Ulster …

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The Town of Lloyd Police Department will be hosting a Civilian Police Academy beginning May 29, and will be concluding on July 3, on Wednesday nights from 6 to 9 p.m. This six-week academy will …
A special program to mark the 50th anniversary of the Poughkeepsie Railroad Bridge fire will be held on Sunday at the East Gate Plaza of the Walkway Over the Hudson.
Join Shirley Rinaldi and Bill Ringwood for a special presentation marking the 50th anniversary of the Poughkeepsie-Highland Railroad Bridge fire. Held at Walkway’s East Gate Plaza in …
Are you turning 65 in 2024, preparing for retirement, and seeking clarity on how Medicare can work for you? This presentation is designed especially for you. Join us at the Plattekill Public Library …

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