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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 … more
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 … more
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. more
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. … more
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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 … more
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Walden’s Mayor Ramos seeks 3rd term
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 … more
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Windfall Farms was one of many vendors at last year’s Walktoberfest that was held on the Hudson Valley Rail Trail.
Lloyd seeks to assure Walkway safety
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 … more
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Two awards for Highland Falls-Fort Montgomery schools
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. … more
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Town of Montgomery residents sound off on tax hike
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 … more
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Marlborough sets public hearing for senior/cluster housing proposal
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 … more
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Decision on next year’s 8th grade coming soon
When the Highland Falls-Fort Montgomery Central School District Board of Education decided to close the Fort Montgomery Elementary School for the current school year while construction takes place, … more
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Ramona Monteverde
Monteverde announces re-election bid for Ward 2 Seat
Councilwoman Ramona Monteverde has officially announced her campaign for re-election to the Ward 2 seat on the Newburgh City Council. Monteverde becomes the second sitting council member to announce … more
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Accident sends three to hospital
At approximately 2:27 p.m. on Friday, Jan. 10, Orange County 911 center received an iPhone crash notification in the vicinity of Rt. 32 and Pleasant Hill Road in the Town of Cornwall, Cornwall Police … more
Police Chief William Herlihy
Village police chief plans to retire
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 … more
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Montgomery trustees argue over agenda procedures
The Montgomery Village Hall stirred with several discussions and announcements during the board’s January 7 meeting, including the celebration of an outstanding volunteer, and an intense … more
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Dr. Michael Bywater honored Michelle Munson for being the 30,000th patient encounter at Highland Optometry.
Optometrist welcomes 30,000th patient
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. … more
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Baristas on Broadway, owned by Brian Hodge, officially opened on Thursday, January 2.
Baristas on Broadway
Baristas on Broadway, a new coffee shop, officially opened its doors on Jan. 2 at 117 Broadway, taking over the former location of 2 Alice’s Newburgh, which closed on Dec. 21, 2024. The … more
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First-time author helps daughter find joy in reading books
Cynthia Fusillo’s six-year-old daughter was having difficulty getting into reading. She found she couldn’t relate to the main characters in the stories because they possessed abilities, … more
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The Town of New Windsor held their first meeting of 2025 on Wednesday, January 8 conducting their annual reorganizational meeting and look forward to the year ahead.
New Windsor holds first meeting of 2025
The Town of New Windsor held its first meeting of the year on Wednesday, Jan. 8, as Supervisor Stephen Bedetti and Councilmembers Eve Lincoln, Charles Broe, Steven Moreau, and Sylvia Santiago … more
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The recipients and keynote speaker for this year’s Leadership Day. From left to right: Caitlin Grogan, Brett Concors, Lynn Thompson, Logan Heaney, and Jennifer DeFrancesco.
Walden celebrates four leaders during annual ceremony
Dozens of Walden residents and officials crowded the village hall’s board room last Thursday, January 9, eagerly awaiting their favorite tradition: the 15th annual Leadership Day, a ceremony … more
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