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It’s 26 miles between Newburgh City Hall and the Mohonk Mountain House Resort and Spa. Driving time along the Thruway, with its tolls, is 34 minutes, but the elegant resort is a world away from … more
Education is the cornerstone of any thriving society, and the allocation of state aid to education is a fundamental aspect of ensuring that all children receive the quality education they deserve. … more
As the Town of Plattekill contemplates the construction of a massive 451,000-square-foot warehousing facility in its BD-60 zoning district, the call for a comprehensive investigation into the road … more
What began as a one-person crusade to improve our state highways, is blossoming into a coalition. Don Berger, a Montgomery resident, has taken his case to the town boards of Montgomery, … more
As March unfolds, we once again find ourselves immersed in the vibrant tapestry of Women’s History Month. This annual celebration provides a dedicated space to honor and commemorate the … more
As we reflect on the passage of time, February 27, 2024, stands out as a momentous day in history. It marks the 20th anniversary of a groundbreaking act of civil disobedience that forever altered the … more
Becky Pearson, Walden’s former mayor and current village trustee, was startled by what she saw on Saturday morning. “It’s a sad day in Walden today,” she wrote on … more
The state independent redistricting commission has released a draft of their proposed congressional districts that will likely help two Hudson Valley incumbents. Former County Executives Pat … more
As we enter Black History Month, it is essential to reflect on the significance of preserving and restoring the burial grounds of former slaves and other African Americans. These sacred sites stand … more
Mark Zuckerberg, CEO of Meta and founder of Facebook faced an angry audience on Capitol Hill last week. Zuckerberg, after some prodding at a U.S. Senate Judiciary hearing on the impact of social … more
Two decades ago, Modena residents recoiled at the thought of a dinosaur theme park in their neighborhood But the plan never materialized and now the 50-acre site may be home to something that could … more
Some good news has come to the members of the Town of Montgomery’s community garden, who learned recently that the town is considering a plan that keep the rakes and tillers in the ground at … more
A January 12 collision between a tractor-trailer and a school bus at the intersection of Route 211 and Bull Road in the town of Wallkill highlighted the persistent issue of dangerous driving on our … more
January is designated as National Human Trafficking Awareness Month. It serves as a crucial initiative to shed light on the pervasive issue of human trafficking, urging individuals to take a stand … more
  The first major holiday in 2024 is Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Day, which, this year, falls on Monday, January 15. It was established as a federal holiday in the United States in 1983, … more
As we enter a new year, our hearts are filled with hope, and our minds are adorned with aspirations for a brighter and more promising future. Our wish list for 2024 reflects the collective dreams of … more
The holidays can be a stressful time. We find ourselves scrambling to make travel plans, dwelling on what to cook when we host family and friends, and of course, squeezing in last minute holiday … more
Campaign signs throughout the region have come down in the weeks following last month’s municipal elections, as the race for town supervisor has concluded. Those particular signs have normally … more
One hundred fifty years later, hate is still strong in many parts of our country and the world. A time of great joy can also be a time of great sorrow. more
In the spring of 2003, the McKinney family sold their three publications - the Southern Ulster Pioneer, the Highland Mid Hudson Post and the New Paltz News - to the Ulster Publishing Company, parent company of the Woodstock Times. Within a short period of time, the Post, Pioneer and the News were all merged with another weekly paper - The Herald of New Paltz, to form a single publication. more
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