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The protracted hesitation of the Bowhunter
Neither buck was particularly large, but both were stout and six pointers and in the picture of health and when their antlers clashed the bowhunter could hear the bony impact like a steel pot falling … more
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Cockburn and Samerson
The Town of Montgomery is currently in a quiet but deeply important election race. The Town of Montgomery Democratic Committee supports Susan Cockburn for Town Supervisor and Jeff Samerson for … more
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Councilwoman Brown, a true public servant
I know Montgomery town councilwoman Kristen O’Dell Brown lost the GOP primary back in June. However, she is running to keep her board seat under the ‘ Integrity First ‘ party label … more
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Seeking your vote in Gardiner
I’ve been a member of various boards and commissions in Gardiner for the last six years and have had an opportunity to interact with all the components of Town government.  I chaired the … more
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No debate
Sad. Is there a problem? Thirty years as legislator and mayor simultaneously and NO Candidates Forum for taxpayers? Walden, Maybrook, the village of Montgomery won’t be granted … more
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Catherine Lee
It is very rare that I feel compelled to make a public endorsement in a judicial election, since often both candidates are more than qualified, but this year I make an exception.  I very … more
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Follow The Rules!
When we were growing up, we learned that life had rules and in general we hoped the people in charge followed the rules and tried to do the right thing. It was only when we became adults that we … more
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Michael Kavanagh for DA
For 20 years, I served as Town Justice in the Town of Ulster. Before that, I was an Ulster County Assistant District Attorney for 13 years. During those years, I had many opportunities to work with … more
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Vote for King and County
Maribeth Wooldridge-King is a dynamo for getting things done. I have watched her interest in serving on the Town Board grow resulting in her tireless campaign for election. She has done so with her … more
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We’re lucky
How lucky we are that such a dynamic woman wants to work for our Town. Maribeth Wooldridge-King has proven herself in many different endeavors in her life, and how fortunate we are to be able to … more
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Democrats for Kavanagh
In early October, I had the opportunity to attend the Ulster County Chamber of Commerce session for our next District Attorney. Having the chance to listen to both candidates’ side by side, … more
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Maribeth King
I am sending this letter to support the candidacy of Maribeth King for Marlborough Town Board in the upcoming November election. Maribeth King is a friendly, dedicated, competent and … more
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Tillson Avenue Blues
The Tillson, Toc and Vineyard Avenue project is far from complete. The footing for the new culvert has not even been installed, rebar sticks out of the ground, the culvert itself and tons of stone … more
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Stating the facts
To those who follow Councilman Mazzetti in the papers and on Facebook, I would like to state the facts, not fiction and fabrication. It has been stated that I “banged” my fist on the … more
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Re-Elect Santiago & Allegra
The Town of New Windsor residents are lucky to have two hard working public servants in Silvia Santiago (Town Council), and Kelly Allegra (Town Clerk). On a recent visit to New Windsor Town Hall … more
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The Real Result of High Taxes: Gentrification and Displacement
Taxes are often seen as a necessary evil, an unpleasant but necessary part of life; but when they exceed reasonable expectations of what’s equitable, there’s a darker consequence that … more
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Race based discrimination in housing
It’s no secret that the Hudson Valley is in the middle of an urgent housing crisis that’s pricing our community members out of the area. One would hope that our elected officials in … more
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Horns, Sirens and Deception
There has been a considerable and acrimonious divide between the City Council of Newburgh and the Newburgh Fire Department for quite some time. In a recent City Council meeting, Mayor Torrance Harvey … more
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My choices for New Windsor
I would like to encourage you to vote for the following candidates who are on the ballot for the Town of New Windsor: Stephen Bedetti for New Windsor Supervisor. He is running on both the … more
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Christine Bello
Christine Bello is running for Newburgh City Council At Large. The “At Large” piece is crucial. This is something to think about before using your vote this election day. Before you make … more
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