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Cornwall Police Department, Chief Joseph Gebert, escorted by his wife Megan, walked through the doors of the police station and into retirement. He was saluted by co-workers and other area agencies.

Chief Gebert’s final walkout

“For 22 years, Chief Gebert has devoted himself to the town of Cornwall, its residents and the members of his department, with his leadership, dedication and friendship.” And with one that, …

Elizabeth Bruschi and Jason Burnham

Cornwall Collaboratory to be launched

“Shared understanding and looking for practical ways forward.” With that phrase in mind, a new venture in Cornwall – the Cornwall Collaboratory – is about to be launched. What is it? Who …
Architects’ renderings of a new Cornwall pool.

Have you taken the pool survey yet?

Cornwall residents who want to have a say in the town’s planned new pool complex need to take a survey expressing their opinions on the project. You have until at least the end of October to do so, …

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The Cornwall-on-Hudson village clerk has been authorized to put out an advertisement seeking bids for a USDA-funded project for the repair and improvement of the drainage system along Mountain Road. …
Dr. Evan Goldfischer welcomed everyone to the 17th annual Prostate Cancer Walk, a fundraiser aimed at helping those affected by the disease.
The Premier Cares Foundation recently hosted its 17th annual Prostate Cancer Walk at the Walkway Over the Hudson. The foundation is a nonprofit organization that supports local patients with prostate …

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Cornwall Local - October 1, 2026

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Brandi McLendon
The Orange County NY Arts Council (OCNYAC) has appointed Brandi McLendon as executive director, following her service as acting executive director since January 2026. McLendon, a Cornwall …
Don’t expect to see Rt. 218 over Storm King Mountain open before spring 2027. Answering an inquiry on social media last week, Cornwall Supervisor Josh Wojehowksi said he has been told by the …
At press time, the Cornwall Town Board was set to hold a special meeting at 5:30 p.m. on Tuesday, Sept. 29 to conduct three pieces of business prior to going into an executive session to interview …

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From left: Hudson Valley Women’s Association & Friends President Ann Molina and Vice President Dee Moreno, Honorees Virginia ‘Ginny’ Norfleet, Pastor Agnes Saffoury, Nancy Sporbert, Felicia Hodges and Aaron Falk, and Mistress of Ceremony Laurie Tautel.
“Before you complain, have you volunteered yet?” That was the theme of the Hudson Valley Women’s Association & Friends 23rd annual People Who Make a Difference Recognition breakfast, …
There was much about the September 15 fire at 10 Stable Way in Cornwall-on-Hudson that Cornwall-on-Hudson Fire Department Chief Mike Trainor called “nerve wracking”. First, and maybe …
The Cornwall Town Board is exploring where the town’s next police chief should live – in Cornwall, outside Cornwall but in Orange County, or somewhere within a 10 mile radius of the community? …
Joseph Gebert has had a fortunate career. To progress from a police dispatcher to police chief in 20 years is no small feat. To be able to retire after only three years in the Town of Cornwall Police …

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Marcia A. Jacobowitz, an attorney and longtime community leader, has been selected to receive the 2027 Ottaway Medal, Vision Hudson Valley’s highest honor. Jacobowitz will be honored at the …
Congressman Pat Ryan is encouraging Hudson Valley middle and high school students to participate in the 2026 Congressional App Challenge. The Congressional App Challenge is an annual nationwide …

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Did you know that the Village of Highland Falls and Scenic Hudson collaborated to establish Highland Falls Preserve? It’s a new park, offering residents and visitors a walkable, scenic destination …
Local municipalities will be flushing fire hydrants soon. When flushing takes place, water may be cloudy or discolored for a short period afterwards. Highlands: In Highland Falls flushing will …
Sit & Chat, the local history group, is pleased to announce that veteran presenter Richard Sullivan will speak about another phase of our local history on Wednesday, Oct. 7, at 6 p.m. at the …
Community members, runners, and supporters of healthcare education will gather on Sunday, Oct. 25, for the annual Cheryl Walk-or-Run 5K, hosted at the Storm King Engine Company (33 Hudson St.) in …

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