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Schumer denounces SNAP cuts

U.S. Sen. Chuck Schumer visited the City of Newburgh on May 16 to denounce proposed cuts to the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP), calling the nearly $300 billion in reductions the …

The Park Restaurant set to reopen

Friends, meet Marko, Matt and Jeremy. If you’re one of those Highland Falls, West Point or Fort Montgomery folks who has been anxiously awaiting the revitalization of Main St., Highland Falls, …

Memorial Day comes early to New Windsor

Families and residents of the Town of New Windsor enjoyed marching bands, service members waving and free candy as part of the annual Memorial Day parade on Sunday, May 18. Earlier in the morning, …

Goodwill Road solar project returns

In late January 2024, members of Lightstar Renewables, a community solar developer, appeared before the Town of Montgomery planning board to propose a solar farm project for Goodwill Road. Almost a …

Region to honor fallen war heroes

Communities across the region will come together this Memorial Day weekend to honor the men and women of the U.S. Armed Forces who died in service to their country, with parades and ceremonies …
The Shawangunk board shared exciting news during its May 15 meeting: the town received three grants totaling over $30,000, which will go toward wifi ports in the town hall and EV charging stations. …
Neil Curri, Chairman of the Environmental Conservation Committee, informed the Lloyd Town Board on their Climate Smart Community program. “It is a program the town entered into a year or …
Town of Highlands Supervisor Bob Livsey started the May 12 Town Board meeting by taking a minute to recognize the town’s court clerks. “We thank our staff in the court and appreciate …
By the time you read this, the Cornwall Farmers Market may already be open!* The market, hosted by the Cornwall Recreation Department, opened on Wednesday, May 21 and will run from 11 a.m.-5 p.m. …
Cornwall-on-Hudson Department of Public Works Superintendent David Halvorsen is targeting Deer Hill Road and Mountain Road for paving this summer, despite engineers being extremely busy closing out …
Local News

Three join the Highland Hall of Fame

The Highland Educational Foundation honored three members of the community at a special ceremonial dinner last week. Pictured L-R Ulster County Legislator Gina Hansut, School Superintendent Joel Freer, Honorees Fred DeMaio, Mary Beth Saso and Gene Rizzo. Ulster County Legislator Herb Litts and Foundation chair Carole CrimiVaroli.

On May 9 three distinguished individuals were honored by the Highland Educational Foundation; Gene Rizzo, Fred DeMaio and Mary Beth Saso were inducted into the Highland Hall of Fame at a special …

School News

Cornwall dominates in three lacrosse blowout wins

Cornwall’s Griggsby Cowart sprints down sideline after causing a turnover. O’Neill’s Joe Padula defend.

The Cornwall Varsity Boys Lacrosse team delivered three commanding performances this past week, outscoring opponents by a combined total of 50-12 in wins over O’Neill, Middletown, and Kingston. …

Horaz leads Cornwall to 12-0 rout over Monticello

Taylor Horaz gets ready to swing.

The Cornwall Central Varsity Girls Softball team found its spark Thursday afternoon, snapping a three-game losing streak with a dominant 12-0 shutout over visiting Monticello High School. Senior …

Local college baseball players nearing end of season

Cornwall Central High School’s former baseball players who are now playing at the college level are nearing the end of their regular seasons. Here’s a summary of some of their play in …

O’Neill girls win five straight

Cornwall’s Kassandra Enos sprints down sideline with ball as O’Neill’s  Kaelyn Mitroka defends.

The James I. O’Neill varsity girls lacrosse team is peaking at the right time. On May 12, the Raiders extended their winning streak to five games with a dominant 21-7 victory over …

Montgomery

VC to honor retirees, tenured staff at June 9 Reception

The public is invited to a reception on June 9 honoring district employees who are retiring, celebrating 25 years of service, or receiving tenure this year. The event will be held at 6 p.m. at …

Spring concert season comes to Marlboro schools

Spring concert season is here! The Marlboro Central School District will present several student concerts in the coming weeks. Performances will be held at 7 p.m. in the Marlboro High School …

Highland

Highland Library announces upcoming events

The Highland Public Library has a full slate of activities and announcements heading into the summer season. The library will be closed on Monday, May 26, in observance of Memorial Day. Patrons …

Mayfest moves to new location

The Mayfest Farmers and Makers Market, presented by the Walkway Over the Hudson, brings a curated selection of the Hudson Valley’s finest producers – farms, distilleries, breweries, …