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Valley Central student charged with attempted arson

Orange County District Attorney David M. Hoovler and Town of Montgomery Police Chief John Hank announced an arrest in connection with fires started at Valley Central High School on January 9.   …

New Windsor Police warn residents of international organized theft groups

The New Windsor Police Department has recently investigated several residential burglaries believed to be committed by international organized theft groups. Investigators want to remind residents to …
Police search the area around South Street near Newburgh Free Academy's Main Campus on Tuesday, after a shotspotter alert.

Gunfire erupts near Newburgh Free Academy; suspect in custody

 An 18-year-old former student was arrested after firing multiple gunshots during a fight near Newburgh Free Academy’s Main Campus on Tuesday afternoon, police said.
Newly elected Town Councilman Jim Politi [left] prepares to be sworn in by Judge Richard Clarino [far right] as his granddaughter Lola Politi carefully holds the Bible for him.

Town appointments kick off 2025

The Town of Newburgh held its first town board meeting of 2025 on Monday, Jan. 13, setting the stage for the year ahead with reorganization efforts and welcoming a new member to the board. …
Hudson River Presbytery clergy and others are shown with Rev. Jeffrey Geary during Sunday’s installation service at Cornwall Presbyterian Church.

Rev. Geary officially installed at Cornwall Presbyterian

Following a year-long search and with permission from the Hudson River Presbytery, Rev. Jeffrey Geary was officially installed as pastor of the Cornwall Presbyterian Church on Sunday after serving in …

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Walden Mayor John Ramos, a longtime resident and veteran, announced last week that he will run in the village’s 2025 mayoral election this March. As a candidate versed in public service and …
Windfall Farms was one of many vendors at last year’s Walktoberfest that was held on the Hudson Valley Rail Trail.
Last week Lloyd Police Chief James Janso and Lt. Phil Roloson met with representatives of the Walkway Over the Hudson and members of the Lloyd Town Board to review safety protocols for large events …
FYI: First, the Fort Montgomery Elementary School has been named a Distinguished School by the National Association of ESEA (Elementary and Secondary Education Act) State Program Administrators. …
Last November, the Town of Montgomery made the difficult decision to increase the town tax rate by 17% during its 2025 budget session, the first major increase for residents within the last five …
At its January 13 meeting, the Marlborough Town Board proposed the addition of a new special use for the Highway Development (HD) district lining Route 9W, thus allowing cluster-type housing there …

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Local News

City of Newburgh declares snow emergency

In preparation for the forecasted inclement weather, a Snow Emergency has been declared in the City of Newburgh effective Saturday, January 18 at 6:00 PM. Snow Emergency parking regulations will be …

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School News

Wallkill girls top Rondout, fall to Lourdes

Zoe Mesuch of Wallkill drives up court against Lourdes.

It was a week of contrasts for the Wallkill High School varsity girls basketball team, marked by a resounding victory and a challenging defeat. The Panthers kicked off the week with a dominant 69-34 …

Army sets AHA record for goals in 13-1 win over Mercyhurst

Player celebrates their 13-1 win over Mercyhurst on Saturday.

It was a record breaking evening as Army West Point hockey (7-16-0, 7-8-0 Atlantic Hockey America) defeated Mercyhurst (2-19-3, 2-12-2 Atlantic Hockey America) by a score of 13-1 from Tate Rink on …

Dragons crush Wizards in return from break

Anne Noto shoots a three point shot for Cornwall.

The Cornwall Dragons girls basketball team made a resounding statement in their return to action after a December road loss, dismantling the Washingtonville Wizards 67-26 on Tuesday night. The …

Newburgh’s Soto cruises to title at Eastern States Classic

Newburgh’s William Soto (top) won the 108-pound title, defeating East Hampton’s Austin Bronco-Campsey in the final.

Winning at the Eastern States Classic isn’t supposed to be easy, but that’s not how Newburgh’s William Soto made it look over the weekend. As one of the state’s most …

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Valley Central’s Luke Satriano is declared the winner after beating Honeoye Falls/Lima’s Chris Noto in a tiebreaker in the final.
Valley Central senior Luke Satriano posted a dramatic victory over the weekend to earn the 131-pound championship at the Eastern States Classic, one of the most competitive regular season wrestling …
Ketura Rutty scored her 1,000th career point in Friday’s win over Goshen.
The Pine Bush Varsity Girls Basketball team showcased their dominance over the past week with resounding victories, underscoring their prowess in the league. On Friday, Jan. 10, Pine Bush …
Cornwall’s Jack Demetriow shoots over Washingtonville’s Liam Ebert.
The Cornwall Dragons Boys Basketball team closed out a busy week with a thrilling 52-51 victory over the Valley Central Vikings on Saturday, Jan. 11 in Montgomery. Jack Demetriow led the Dragons with …
Thomas Benfer pulls up for a three point shot from the top of the key during a matchup between Marlboro and New Paltz.
The Marlboro Central Boys Basketball team endured a challenging week, suffering two losses that highlighted the team’s struggles to find consistency early in the season. On Friday, Jan. …
Montgomery

Knights of Columbus to host MLK Day Blood Drive

A Martin Luther King Day Blood Drive will be held  on January 20, 2025. The Knights of Columbus in conjunction with the New York Blood Center will be hosting an annual  Blood Drive in the …

Village police chief plans to retire

Police Chief William Herlihy

William Herlihy, police chief for the Villages of Montgomery and Walden, announced during the former’s January 7 meeting that he would soon retire as chief of both municipalities. He has not …

Highland

Optometrist welcomes 30,000th patient

Dr. Michael Bywater honored Michelle Munson for being the 30,000th patient encounter at Highland Optometry.

Dr. Michael Bywater recently honored Michelle Munson, who was the 30,000th patient encounter at his practice and presented her with a gift certificate to the Vigneto Cafe in the Highland hamlet. …

Kindergarten registration now open in Highland

Kindergarten registration for the 2025-2026 school year is now open in the Highland Central School District. In order to register, children must reside in the District and be turning five years old …