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Eight charged in alleged Newburgh crack cocaine conspiracy

Eight people have been charged with conspiring to distribute crack cocaine in the vicinity of West Parmenter Street in Newburgh, federal prosecutors announced Friday. The indictment, unsealed …

The town is seeking inclusion for federal funding for land conservation and park improvements, including potential work at Little Falls Park.

New Windsor seeks inclusion in Highlands

New Windsor is seeking inclusion for federal funding for land conservation and park improvements, including potential work at Little Falls Park, through a program that supports the preservation of …
Lisa Vance-Ayers and Jennifer Knox

Incumbent Town Clerk faces challenge in Town of Newburgh

One of the races to be decided in the November 3 general election is for Newburgh Town Clerk, where incumbent Lisa Vance-Ayers is being challenged by Jennifer Knox. Republican Vance-Ayers is …

Fringe Fest returns

The Newburgh Fringe Festival has nearly doubled in size for its second year, with 65 productions and more than 100 performances planned across downtown Newburgh from Oct. 16–18. The three-day …

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Cronomer Valley fire department plans chili cook-off The Cronomer Valley Fire Department will hold a chili cook-off fundraiser Saturday, Oct. 17, from 12:30 to 3 p.m. at the fire station, 296 N. …
Members of CBA’s first graduating class perform outside the Newburgh Free Library during Newburgh Porchfest.
Students shuffled on and off the performance area outside the Newburgh Free Library Saturday, trading instruments and places in the lineup as Canterbury Brook Academy of the Arts brought musicians …
Police secured the area with crime scene tape while detectives searched for evidence and witnesses. The City of Newburgh Identification Unit photographed the scene and recovered clothing found on a sidewalk.
  City of Newburgh police are investigating the stabbing of a man Friday afternoon near Tyrone Crabb Park. Police responded shortly after 2:30 p.m. to a report of a person stabbed in the …
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Mid Hudson Times - October 15, 2026

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Early voting for the Nov. 3 general election will run Oct. 24 through Nov. 1 in Orange and Ulster counties. In Orange County, early voting will be available at six locations: Middletown Senior …
In October, the American Red Cross asks people to book a time to give blood or platelets to help keep the blood supply as strong as possible this fall. Visit RedCrossBlood.org, call 1-800-RED CROSS …
New Windsor’s plans for a new water filtration plant at Stewart International Airport moved forward after state and county health officials approved plans for a large concrete water storage tank. …
New Windsor has been awarded up to $50,000 in state funding to investigate groundwater and stormwater entering its sewer system. The funding, awarded through the New York State Environmental …

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The City of Newburgh has announced the start of the 2026 paving season starting in accordance with the City’s 5-year paving plan. Residents and motorists should anticipate temporary changes …
The Evening Star approaches the dock at the Newburgh Riverfront Marina during the Newburgh-Beacon ferry pilot. New York Boat Company operated the vessel for the two-weekend service.
Ferry service returned to the Hudson River between Newburgh and Beacon this weekend as organizers began a two-weekend pilot they hope will demonstrate demand for a more permanent connection between …
City Planner Jonathan Midler discusses Newburgh’s draft NRI during a public workshop.
Newburgh officials are looking to a new natural resources inventory to help guide future planning decisions, including where the city could prioritize trees, parks and other green-space improvements. …
Children gather around a balloon artist during the sixth annual Sukkah Fest on the Newburgh Waterfront.
An ancient Jewish tradition took center stage on the Newburgh waterfront Wednesday as residents gathered for a community celebration of Sukkot centered on unity and togetherness at the sixth annual …
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The Newburgh Enlarged City School District will host a Family Hero Night and Resource Fair on Tuesday, Oct. 20, offering families information about drug prevention, community resources and healthy …
The Orange County Chamber of Commerce will host a forum Oct. 22 featuring the two candidates running for the U.S. House seat in Congressional District 18. Democratic incumbent Pat Ryan and …
Newburgh Elks Member John Giudice (l.) presented a $3,000 check to Miles of Hope, represented by Pari Farood.
Newburgh Elks Lodge No. 247 held its 17th annual Miles of Hope Breast Cancer 10K picnic Oct. 3 at the lodge pavilion. The event featured music by Rockslyde, with food prepared by Elks members. …
  In recognition of Cybersecurity Awareness Month, the Center for Cybersecurity at Mount Saint Mary College will host a public panel session titled “A Day in the Life of a Cybersecurity …

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