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Newburgh Free Library continues Harriet Tubman programming
In the fall, Newburgh residents safely gathered outside of the Newburgh Free Library to welcome the highly anticipated arrival of the Harriet Tubman statue. However, the library’s Harriet … more
Randy Morse, a Registered Nurse with the Orange County Medical Reserve Corps, administers a vaccine to Elizabeth Black of the City of Newburgh, a preschool teacher.
First round of vaccine distributed in Orange County
The first round of COVID-19 vaccines in Orange County were administered last Wednesday. More thsan 800 people received the Moderna COVID-19 vaccine at the Orange County Emergency Services Center in … more
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Allegiant to add two Stewart routes
Allegiant Air will be adding two additional routes from New York Stewart International Airport later this year. Savannah, Georgia will be served via Savannah/Hilton Head International Airport … more
Assemblyman Colin Schmitt is administered the oath of Office by County Clerk Annie Rabbitt, Mrs. Nikki Schmitt holds the bible with family in the background. 
Schmitt under fire as he begins second term
On a day in which he was sworn in to begin his second term in office, Assemblyman Colin Schmitt (R-New Windsor) came under fire from local Democrats who accused him of supporting the “far right … more
Desmond purchase completed, town looks ahead
Town Supervisor Gil Piaquadio said the Town of Newburgh is heading into 2021 focusing on highlights including purchasing the Desmond Estate, supporting the police department and thinking of … more
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Mejia won’t seek another council term
City of Newburgh councilwoman Karen Mejia announced at the December 14 council meeting that she will not be seeking a third term. “It’s been a historic year – we’ve lost … more
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Thomas retired from his 22-year career as Director of the Newburgh Free Library and turns to focus on other community participation.
Library director retires after 22-year career
Newburgh Free Library Director Chuck Thomas retired after a 22-year career, which was filled with connecting the people of Newburgh through the library. His last day was on December 31, where he has … more
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Scenic Hudson is proposing that Danskammer use their site for battery storage instead of building a new gas fired power plant.
Battery storage on the river?
In the first of a two part series, Scenic Hudson’s Environmental Advocacy Director, Hayley Carlock, hosted an online presentation that highlighted alternatives to a newly proposed, gas-fired … more
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Police Chaplaincy Unit created in Newburgh
Newburgh police chief Arnold Amthor announced the creation of a Police Chaplaincy Unit, which will serve to support the mission of the police department, care for the well-being of the officers and … more
Legal Services of the Hudson Valley offers COVID-19 assistance
Although the moratorium on rental evictions was extended from the end of January to the beginning of May, Legal Services of the Hudson Valley is still encouraging those possibly facing eviction at … more
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Purple Heart Hall of Honor Commemorative Coin Act signed into law
Rep. Sean Patrick Maloney’s (NY-18) bill, the National Purple Heart Hall of Honor Commemorative Coin Act, was signed into law by President Trump. The bill will honor the National Purple … more
Habitat’s ReStore forges on in pandemic
When the Habitat for Humanity of Greater Newburgh ReStore reopened in mid-June, they were ready to figure out how to navigate operating a retail thrift store during a pandemic. While they had to … more
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Four charged in cocaine bust
On December 29 New Windsor Police Officer Levy and Detective Pierri conducted a traffic stop on Route 9W of a vehicle out of Riverhead. During the traffic stop it was determined that the … more
City of Newburgh hosts a number of Christmas toy giveaway events leading up to Christmas last week.
Spreading good cheer
Leading up to Christmas, different organizations across Newburgh held toy giveaways for children in need this year. Toys for Tots held its annual event at the Newburgh Armory Unity Center. Seraphim … more
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Toasted Newburgh, a soup, sandwich and salad spot that prepares made-to-order delights, is coming to Liberty Street in early 2021.
Toasted Newburgh to open in January
Another restaurant is coming to Liberty Street and it might be your new favorite lunch spot. Toasted Newburgh is a new-American soup, sandwich and salad spot that prepares made-to-order delights. Sam … more
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Meyers happy to have 2020 behind him
It has been an unprecedented year for everyone, including local governments like the Town of New Windsor. Town Supervisor George Meyers said he is “happy to put 2020 in the rearview … more
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Harvey looks ahead to 2021
The City of Newburgh has continued to serve its community to the best of its ability over the past year, despite the unprecedented pandemic that called for a heightened challenge. Heading into 2021, … more
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Police committee chairs want better communication
The Executive Order 203 Oversight Committee, specifically chairman Ray Harvey and Malvina Holloway from NAACP, the Newburgh-Highland Falls Branch, have expressed their concerns on the City of … more
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ICU nurse Sarah Joy received the COVID-19 vaccine, saying it has given her the hope that her and her co-workers needed.
Area doctors and nurses receive COVID vaccine
Over the past two weeks both Pfizer and Moderna’s COVID-19 vaccines have begun to roll out across the country. Here in and around the City of Newburgh, the vaccine has come to Montefiore St. … more
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Marleen Vogelaar
PPE manufacturer setting up shop in Newburgh
Marleen Vogelaar, founder of a Newburgh-based activewear apparel company named Ziel, expanded her front when the COVID-19 pandemic hit and began creating personal protective equipment (PPE), … more
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