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Recent public tours of the school “have produced more questions than answers,” according to a petition being circulated by Walden residents.
Petition: keep our school in Walden
"We the undersigned request full disclosure and accountability by the Valley Central School Board and Administration regarding the status and future of the Walden Elementary School.” The … more
James and Liana in front of their cafe.
From The Ground Up is planted in Highland
As summer approaches, the town of Highland is abuzz with the arrival of a new dining establishment, “From The Ground Up.” Nestled in the heart of The Vineyard Commons Apartment Complex, … more
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The volunteers from this year’s clean sweep.
Residents and Rotarians sweep Montgomery’s streets
Volunteers from the Town of Montgomery and the Walden Rotary Club gathered at the town hall on Saturday, May 18, and prepared for their grimiest challenge yet: the town’s annual clean sweep. … more
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Scouts Jaik Karras(l.) and Ryan Sita place flags in Cedar Hill Cemetery to honor service members.
Remembering those who gave their lives
Members of American Legion Post 1420 and Boy Scout Troop 4027 joined together on the morning of Saturday, May 11 at Cedar Hill Cemetery and Mausoleum to place flags at the veteran grave markers and … more
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Several first responders, military personnel, veterans, and the Knights of Columbus together at the MPB Church’s reception on Sunday afternoon.
MPB honors first responders and military personnel
Across the United States, many citizens take up careers that put themselves in danger’s way to protect others, sometimes at the cost of their lives. These occupations range from firefighters … more
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Donald J. Plunkett is the 2024 recipient of the Lieutenant Commander Nicholas Brooks Award.
New Windsor celebrates Memorial Day
Residents of the Town of New Windsor joined together on Sunday, to watch the annual Memorial Day Parade with bands, fire trucks and other community groups marching along. They also took a brief time … more
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Octavious Fraser, center, from City of Newburgh Fire Department received the Civilian Recognition Award. While off duty at the Knox Village apartments in June 2023, Fraser saved the life of a drowning child by rescuing that child from the pool and successfully performing CPR.
New Windsor Police hold Annual awards ceremony
On May 15, the New Windsor Police Department held its 39th Annual Awards Ceremony, honoring and recognizing first responders for their actions in 2023. The department recognized 29 recipients with 55 … more
For the past three years Dennis Bragg [R] has chosen a Veteran to honor who is buried at the Lloyd Cemetery. Bragg is pictured with John Mackey [L] and Charles Meuser.
Lloyd remembers another fallen hero
Dennis Bragg volunteers his time helping in whatever capacity he can at the Lloyd Cemetery. The cemetery was established in 1861 on a 34-acre parcel and today it is the final resting place for 7,500 … more
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Ulster announces availability of food security grants
The Ulster County Executive, in partnership with the Ulster County Legislature and Community Foundations of the Hudson Valley, is pleased to announce the availability of American Rescue Plan Act … more
Crawford prohibits vaping from town parks and properties
The Crawford board, as a continuation to its February 22 meeting, discussed several policy updates last Thursday, May 16, notably a public hearing for dumpsters and a law that addressed vaping in … more
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Crawford prepares application for NY Forward Grant
The Town of Crawford has been eyeing the NY Forward Grant for the past couple of years, watching from the shadows as other municipalities compete for the funding. This year, after assembling its own … more
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This is the second conservation easement to be completed by WVLT in the Town of Marlborough, and the first for the organization in the Town of Plattekill.
Wallkill Valley Land Trust acquires 320 acres
The Wallkill Valley Land Trust (WVLT) is thrilled to announce the permanent protection of 320 acres of forest and farmland located in the towns of Marlborough and Plattekill, Ulster County. The … more
Farmers markets offer a variety of fruits, vegetables and other local goods
Orange County Executive Steven M. Neuhaus reminds residents that along with warmer weather and longer days, farmer’s market season is here. The rich bounty of our region’s plentiful … more
Local school budgets pass
Voters in area school districts gave an overwhelming thumbs up on Tuesday to local schools districts, as spending plans were passed by wide margins. Pine Bush Pine Bush Central School … more
The Newburgh Enlarged City School District’s 2024-2025 School Budget of $360.4 million did not pass at the conclusion of the polling period on Tuesday, May 21. The unofficial result count shared by the district clerk was 988 votes yes and 1106 votes no
Newburgh School Budget defeated
The Newburgh Enlarged City School District’s 2024-2025 School Budget of $360.4 million did not pass   at the conclusion of the polling period on Tuesday, May 21. The unofficial result … more
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Area school budgets adopted
The Wallkill Central School District’s 2024-2025 Budget of $89.5 million passed on Tuesday, May 21 following the polling period. District Assistant Superintendent for Support Services Brian … more
The Montgomery Village Board, last month, rejected all bids for a proposed extension to the senior center. The cost of the project was cited as the reason.
Montgomery residents want their senior center extension
Last month, the Village of Montgomery board canceled the senior center extension for this year and residents are not too thrilled about the decision. During the village’s April 16 meeting, … more
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Top row: Christine Bello, Thomasina Bello, Victoria Bousche, Mackenzie Bousch, Shadé Burks, Bob Capano Bottom row: Dennis Grant, Ray Harvey, Philip Howard, Nabil Khan, Mark Levinstein, Tanika McCullough, Fred Stewart
13 candidates vie for six Newburgh school board seats
Thirteen candidates, including incumbents, previous candidates, and newcomers, are vying for six seats on the Newburgh Board of Education in the election on May 21. In February, four board … more
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Newburgh Free Academy West Campus students and members of the Garden Club of Orange and Dutchess Counties joined together on Friday, May 3 for an afternoon of planting in Downing Park.
NFA West students join in planting at Downing Park
Newburgh Free Academy West Campus students and members of the Garden Club of Orange and Dutchess Counties joined together on Friday, May 3 for an afternoon of planting in Downing Park. Students … more
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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 … more
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