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Ulster County Sheriff Juan Figueroa informed the Lloyd Town Board on recent changes within law enforcement. [L- R] Urgent Task Force Commander Jared Blades, newly appointed Lloyd Police Officer Kaylee Gannon and Dispatcher Cole Nicolis, Sheriff Figueroa and Lloyd Police Chief James Janso.

URGENT update

Ulster County Sheriff Juan Figueroa informed the Lloyd Town Board on steps that his department and the Urgent Task Force is taking to combat the burgeoning opioid crisis that is facing the county. …
COVID resurgence
After a lengthy discussion at last week’s meeting, the Marlboro Board of Education voted 4 – 3 to remain closed immediately following the Thanksgiving break, providing a period of …
A counting of absentee ballots gave victory to Michelle Hinchey in the race for 46th Senate District.
Hinchey declared winner in 46th Senate race On election night it looked like Republican Rich Amedure was going to beat Democrat Michelle Hinchey for the open NYS Senate seat for the 46th district. That evening Amedure had 66,784 votes to …
Plattekill initiates police reform committee
Last week the Plattekill Town Board opened a discussion on their new Police Reform Collaborative Committee, which Governor Andrew Cuomo has mandated that towns and municipalities create to address …
After the wreath was laid, a salute was given by veterans Tom Schroeder, of the American Legion [c.], Jack Lynn [l.] and John Gallagher [r.].
Marlborough pays tribute to its Veterans Every year at the 11th hour of the 11th day of the 11th month, somber ceremonies take place across American dedicated to American Veterans of all wars, living and deceased, who have served in a …

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Norwegian Air began service at Stewart in 2017, offering service to Dublin and Shannon, Ireland, Edinburgh, Scotland and Norway. That service was discontinued in 2019.

Lack of holiday travel leaves Stewart carriers blue

Stewart Airport, which is run by the Port Authority of New York and New Jersey (PANYNJ), has seen a hit in its airline travel, along with many other airports across the country and globe. During …

Annie Rabbitt will not seek 3rd term as Orange County Clerk

Orange County Clerk Annie Rabbitt announced on Tuesday, November 17 that she will not seek a third four-year term in 2021. “My career in public service has been the experience of a …

Ulster BOCES produces Thanksgiving cooking instruction video

This Thanksgiving, due to the COVID-19 pandemic and advisory guidelines urging families to limit the size of gatherings, many may find themselves tasked with cooking a turkey and all its fixings for …
Junior League of Orange County NY presents a $300 check to the Food Bank of the Hudson Valley. Pictured left to right Trish Chelsen, JLOC President-Elect, Jhaquil Johnson, Volunteer Coordinator Food Bank of the Hudson Valley, Jessica Guglielmo, JLOC Project Chairwoman, and Rachel Losee, JLOC President.

Junior League volunteers at Food Bank of the Hudson Valley

On Saturday, November 14th, active members of the Junior League of Orange County (JLOC), along with provisional members and friends, volunteered at the Food Bank of the Hudson Valley. Volunteers …

Sheriffs don't plan on enforcing 10-person rule for family gatherings

Planning a family Thansgiving and worried about what might happen if it should exceed the 10-person limit mandated by Governor Cuomo? Chances are, nothing will happen, according to the New York State …

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Police committee seeks input

Town of Marlborough Police Reform and Reinvention Committee is looking for public input and recommendations This is a special committee that was formed based on Governor Andrew Cuomo’s …

Free water testing kits not authorized by town

Residents in Lloyd and other communities may have received materials on their front door inviting the homeowners to leave a water sample for a free water test/evaluation. Town officials said the kits …

Modena man faces charges for multiple burglaries

A Modena man was taken into custody Tuesday, facing charges in connection with multiple burglaries in the area. On October 27 after a lengthy joint investigation between the Town of Lloyd Police, …

Marlborough Judge Kraiza is re-elected

On Tuesday, voters in Marlborough sent Republican Michael Kraiza back to the bench for another four year term as their town Justice. The unofficial tally as of press time is 2,533 for Kraiza and …

Gardiner pledges to reduce energy consumption

At its Oct. 13 meeting, the Town Board pushed the town of Gardiner one step closer in attaining its goal of becoming a bronze certified community in the eyes of the Environmental Protection …
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 Boos and Brews on Huguenot Street

New Paltz’s Historic Huguenot Street has been experiencing some haunted happenings this October. Boo’s and Brews haunted walking tour has begun this Fall season and offers an …

Jacobson bill aimed at reducing confusion at polling sites

Assemblymember Jonathan Jacobson (D-Newburgh) announced that Governor Andrew Cuomo has signed one of his bills (A8257/S5188) which will reduce confusion at polling sites. The new law prohibits, while …

NW to host rabies clinic

Town of New Windsor will be hosting a free, drive-through, rabies clinic, sponsored by Orange County Department of Health. The drive-through rabies clinic is open to Town of New Windsor …

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A celebration marking the 100th anniversary of nineteenth amendment

The month of August marked the 100th anniversary of nineteenth amendment, guaranteeing women the right to vote. The town of Marlborough, NY had its own role in the women’s suffrage movement, …

Census deadline is rapidly approaching

Assemblymember Jonathan Jacobson (D-Newburgh) is reminding residents that there are only 5 days left until the September 30 deadline to register with the Census. The 2020 Census will determine how …

Lane Closure Planned for Route 44/55

The New York State Department of Transportation is advising Ulster County motorists to expect a lane closure with alternating traffic along Route 44/55 eastbound and westbound between Route 208 and …