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Hamas needs to surrender
The solution to the horrific war in Israel and Gaza is simple; Hamas should surrender. On October 7, 2023 Hamas attacked Israel in one of the most vicious acts of violence in history. They murdered … more
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Not too late
It is not too late to speak out about the Town of Newburgh’s Comprehensive Plan. This blueprint for town growth is now being updated from its last version in 2005, and the Town Board and … more
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Experience counts
For 10 years, I have had the opportunity to work with Kelly Allegra and Sylvia Santiago - two hard-working women who are government officials in New Windsor. Their commitment and work ethic was … more
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Why I’m running with Kelly Allegra
I’m writing to share why I’m running with Kelly Allegra, New Windsor Town Clerk. Community involvement was important to both of us before we took office, that’s why we feel so … more
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In support of Kelly Allegra
I have been a resident of New Windsor for over 20 years. I never had to go to the town hall until a few months ago, when I had the pleasure of meeting Kelly Allegra. Kelly and her staff were … more
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Re-Elect Santiago & Allegra
The Town of New Windsor residents are lucky to have two hard working public servants in Silvia Santiago (Town Council), and Kelly Allegra (Town Clerk). On a recent visit to New Windsor Town Hall … more
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The Real Result of High Taxes: Gentrification and Displacement
Taxes are often seen as a necessary evil, an unpleasant but necessary part of life; but when they exceed reasonable expectations of what’s equitable, there’s a darker consequence that … more
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Race based discrimination in housing
It’s no secret that the Hudson Valley is in the middle of an urgent housing crisis that’s pricing our community members out of the area. One would hope that our elected officials in … more
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Horns, Sirens and Deception
There has been a considerable and acrimonious divide between the City Council of Newburgh and the Newburgh Fire Department for quite some time. In a recent City Council meeting, Mayor Torrance Harvey … more
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My choices for New Windsor
I would like to encourage you to vote for the following candidates who are on the ballot for the Town of New Windsor: Stephen Bedetti for New Windsor Supervisor. He is running on both the … more
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Christine Bello
Christine Bello is running for Newburgh City Council At Large. The “At Large” piece is crucial. This is something to think about before using your vote this election day. Before you make … more
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Re-elect Kelly Allegra New Windsor Town Clerk
New Windsor voters should re-elect Kelly Allegra to Town Clerk. Kelly Allegra is a true public servant. She is kind. She is caring. She is diligent. We know because we experienced this first hand. … more
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Why I’m running for city council
“Why is a veteran cop running for the Newburgh City Council?” People ask me this a lot. Here’s my answer: I love my community. I was born here. I attended local schools, … more
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Israel, Hamas, Iran & statistics
The terrorist attack of October 7, 2023 on Israel by HAMAS has resulted in 700 deaths, and counting. That is 700 dead out of approximately 9,300,000 million Israeli citizens. The USA population is … more
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Join the Making Strides movement
Apart from skin cancers, breast cancer stands as the most common cancer type affecting women. In 2023 alone, approximately 290,560 individuals will receive the devastating diagnosis of breast cancer. … more
What will it take?
Since President Biden took office in January 2021, our Customs and Border Patrol agents have been doing more work as travel agents and child day-care providers instead of protecting what had been our … more
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Freelance Isn’t Free Act
I have been a freelance graphic artist since 2004. I’ve collected every cent owed to me, but not on time or without fighting. Other independent contractors haven’t been as lucky. Clients … more
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Porch Pirates
Each day, the delivery vehicles drop off packages at people’s door. I myself get them. With Porch Pirates being a problem, I would like to offer a suggestion. When the person delivering the … more
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City of Newburgh and the parking meters
In response and support for Christine Bello’s letter published in the September 7 edition of the Mid Hudson Times: I think Ms. Bello makes many good points in her letter. I would like to add an … more
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Not Lincoln’s Court
On Tuesday 9/19/23, Students for Fair Admissions sued to stop affirmative action in admissions to the nation’s military academies. That group recently won a lawsuit in the Republican majority … more
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