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The Fieldstone Lodge on North Plank Road
I was asked not too long ago to provide a bit of history about the Fieldstone Lodge. Many of you probably know it today as the Iron Chef, or maybe even remember it as the Old Eagle Inn. For this … more
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Providing for the poor
In the act that created the Precinct of Newburgh before the Revolutionary War, there was a provision for care of the poor by a “Poor Master” who would dispense alms. The precinct’s budget in … more
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Help plan the future of your library
Ruffling the colors of the forest leaves, The winds make music as they come and go.” John Critchley Prince (1808-1866) School children always look forward to their annual Fire Prevention Week visit … more
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Halloween Public skate at Ice Time Oct. 30
Greetings from River City. I have been thinking of things that used to be everyday common and are no longer… Public phone boots that offered a folding door, little ledge used as a desk or to … more
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A distant radio signal
Many of you know you can reach out to me about family items you discover, places you would like to know more about, and other topics. This past week an e-mail, with a letter from over 100 years ago … more
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Grabbing a bite to eat
The quick social media network around Newburgh often features announcements of new downtown businesses, particularly eateries. Running a restaurant is super hard work. It involves as much talent in … more
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VoicesUnited4Change to host fall gathering at Algonquin Park
“The mug of cider simmered slow, The apples sputtered in a row, And, close at hand the basket stood With nuts from brown October’s wood.” John Greenleaf Whittier (1807-1892) Welcome to the … more
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Downing Park Conservancy Gala is October 7
Greetings from River City. If you are looking for heroes, look around you. They’re family members, neighbors and strangers. They are the people who take care of their families, often by working at … more
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Glen-Lily, the magnificent home of Francis P. Weed
Back in April I published an article about a game of poker with outrageous stakes resulting in a scandal. How about this week we take a look at the magnificent home of Francis Payson Weed in … more
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Transforming Cart Alley again
A big construction project is underway in east Newburgh. You certainly see it if you go to Horizons-on-Hudson Elementary School or if you travel South Street as a route through Newburgh. You don’t … more
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CV Fire Dept. Ladies Aux hold Tricky Tray Oct. 3
“Sometimes our light goes out but is blown into flame By another human being. Each of us owes deepest Thanks to those who have rekindled this light.” Albert Schweitzer The Piper Family from … more
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Newburgh Free Library is launching a Bike Borrow Program
Greetings from River City. Happy 69th anniversary wishes to you, my beloved Sterling Character, my Knight in Black Chinos, my Joe. I do wish you were here with me but, knowing you’re in Heaven … more
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Newburgh Open Studios is September 26 - 27
Greetings from River City. “Notice how your memories nest, one inside another — so close-fitting that you can’t peel one free without releasing others.” - Dr. SunWolf When we think … more
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Meadow Hill School remembers Johnny Sileno
“Consistent, timely encouragement has the staggering magnetic power to draw an immortal soul to the God of hope. The one whose name is Wonderful Counselor.” - Charles R. Swindoll This September, … more
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Newburgh for newcomers
Three evenings a week during the 1920s and 1930s, dozens of immigrants filed into the old Washington Street School at the corner of Washington and William Streets and willingly settled into the small … more
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Ceremonial clothing from the Sons of Temperance
Now for the Paul Harvey “rest of the story” for the Sons of Temperance article! When I published the first article a few weeks ago, it was to provide the basis for this one. Do you remember … more
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Photos from the 1966 Cronomer Valley parade
Some of us belong to volunteer fire departments in our Town. I’m with Cronomer Valley. All these first responders give their time to help our community with hours spent on training, equipment … more
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Fellowship across the seasons
Last weekend, my neighborhood held its annual block party. As summer comes to an end, and families chart new courses, we gather in the middle of our street and catch up as well as reminisce. My … more
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Habitat says thank you to its many volunteers
Greetings from River City. Just got back from a lovely family and friends time in Calabash, NC. A lovely time albeit in a cauldron. God bless the soul of Willis Carrier and of his each and every … more
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Gardnertown PTO is present a Back-to-School Bash
“You can never get enough books into the hands of enough children.” - Dolly Parton Already the days are noticeably much shorter than I care to see, reminding us that nothing ever stays the same, … more
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