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Map shows two proposed Critical Environmental Areas in purple as well as an existing one (in green) in the Town of Shawangunk.
Town hears pitch to create Critical Environmental Areas
The Montgomery Town Board heard from members of its Conservation Advisory Council (CAC) and the general public last week which sought to protect two critical watersheds within its boundaries. … more
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Montgomery Library asks for help
The Montgomery Free Library has long served residents in the Montgomery area, but after cutting hours and a price increase in books, they’re asking the board for financial help. Currently … more
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Josephine Bloomfield, Esther Garcia, Aaron Bloomfield, Ed Bloomfield, Doris Rodriguez and Carol Cuevas-Howard (left to right) pose for a photo while preparing for the “Free Prom Dresses” events at Temple Sinai in Middletown.
Students find their perfect prom dress in Middletown
Need a dress for the prom, but a little short of cash? No worries. Josephine and Ed Bloomfield can help you. After starting this initiative 20 years ago with the Minisink Valley Rotary Club, the … more
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Orange County to host free Recycle Coach webinar
Orange County’s Division of Environmental Facilities and Services (EF&S) will participate in a free webinar hosted by Sustainable Warwick and “Recycle Coach” which is a free … more
Winners of the Wallkill Sparkle and Shine Contest were honored at last week’s Shawangunk Town Board meeting.
Shawangunk honors best and brightest in light contest
The Shawangunk Town Board recognized the Vision of Wallkill’s Sparkle & Shine Award winners at its January 5 meeting. A couple of weeks before Christmas, local businesses and residents … more
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A veil of smoke settled over Newburgh's Masterson Lake Park, Wednesday, the result of Canadian wildfires.
Schumer wants to help Canada fight forest fire
As much of Upstate New York continues to be been overtaken by a thick haze of wildfire smoke bellowing across the Canadian border and putting the health of families and communities at risk, U.S. … more
Veteran and senior housing in talks for Montgomery
Hawkins Apartment is a potential 3.77 acre project coming to Montgomery to provide affordable housing for seniors and veterans. Engineer Vincent Pietrzak of Pietrzak and Pfau Engineering and … more
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Valedictorian Rian Dickman led the procession of graduates onto the field. Underclass members of the National Honor Society served as honor escorts.
Valley Central Class of 2022 shines during commencement ceremony
The Valley Central High School Class of 2022 celebrated the culmination of their high school career on Saturday, June 25, 2022, on the high school field. Under the hot summer sun, graduates received … more
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The Amazon warehouse located at 500 Hudson Valley Avenue in New Windsor received a letter and citations following Occupational Safety and Health Administration investigation.
Amazon warehouse cited in OSHA investigation
The United States Department of Labor, through the Occupational Safety and Health Administration [OSHA] have cited several warehouses under Amazon for failing to keep workers safe, exposed to … more
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Valedictorian Alicia Kretschmer and Salutatorian Julian Lazaro.
Pine Bush Class of 2022 moves to the next chapter
The Pine Bush High School Class of 2022 moved on to the next chapter of their lives on Friday, June 24, 2022, as 379 students walked across the coveted stage during the annual commencement ceremony. … more
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Maybrook’s stone Church of the Assumption was built in the early 20th century to serve the predominantly Italian immigrant families. In recent years, masses have been held at the adjoining parish center. The final mass will take place in January 2023.
Assumption Church to close
Maybrook is in mourning. Its beloved Church of the Assumption will see its last Mass celebrated Jan. 8, and the Homestead Ave. property, comprised of Rectory, stone church and church hall, will face … more
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F-16 fighter jets fly a tight formation over Montgomery.
Wings of Freedom
The U.S. Air Force Thunderbirds highlighted a spectacular air show this past weekend at Orange County Airport. more
Parishioners gathered for photos after the final mass at Maybrook’s Church of the Assumption.
Church of the Assumption holds its final mass
It was a sad day for Maybrook this past Sunday as the Church of the Assumption held its final mass. The room was full of tears, tissues and heartbreak. For a lot of 2022, many locals feared the … more
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Anita Vandermark (seated) cut the ribbon last week to open the new Anita L. Vandermark Community Center in Walden.
Walden’s Community Center now open for business
Walden’s brand new Anita L. Vandermark Community Center was jam-packed this past Thursday to support the grand opening of the long-awaited building. The project, which Recreation … more
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The 247 members of the Class of 2022 have completed their journey.
Wallkill celebrates the Class of 2022
Family and friends gathered on Friday, June 24 at Wallkill Senior High School and celebrated the commencement ceremony for the 247 graduates of the Wallkill Class of 2022. Two years have passed … more
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Maher: still room for Walden in ambulance district
Declaring that a path still exists for the Village of Walden to opt into the new Town of Montgomery Ambulance District, the Montgomery Town Board its preparing to issue a request for proposals (RFP) … more
' Rainy Morning on the Marsh' by Leslie Waxtel.
North East Watercolor Society exhibit under way
The 2024 North East Watercolor Society Members’ Exhibition is now on view in Orange Hall Gallery through March 15. The excellent quality of the 74 works as well as how they are framed and … more
Crawford’s dilemma: how to enforce new gun law
New York State’s new concealed weapon law is set to go into effect September 1, effectively requiring local establishments to post signage stating whether or not they allow customers to carry … more
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Curaleaf cannabis retail center open for business at Town of Newburgh location
Curaleaf Holdings, Inc., a leading international provider of consumer cannabis products, today celebrated the commencement of adult use sales at its Hudson Valley location both in-person and through … more
The plan calls for completion of the park in four phases.
Plans unveiled for Colden Mansion park
It sits tucked away in an ever-thickening wooded area, but the skeleton of the famed Colden mansion could once again be pushed to the forefront in the Town of Montgomery. Lauren Tarsi of Qualis … more
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