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A rendering of the proposed addition to the Plattekill Library.
Plattekill Library plans presented
Recently, William Farrell, President of the Plattekill Library Board of Trustees, and board member Mark Cambalik, gave a presentation to the Town Board on a plan to build a 4,000 sq/ft wing off of … more
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Highland MS students adjusting to a school within a school
In his report to the public and the school board, Superintendent Joel Freer spoke about the recent move of the Middle School students and staff to the High School after a devastating fire at the … more
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L - r. John Gallagher, John Fraino, Tony Palazzo, Dan Powers, Larry Napier, Bud Walker, Dave Rosenkranse and Terry Elia.
American Legion honors Bud Walker
The Lloyd American Legion Post 193 in Highland presented a plaque to honor Bud Walker and his team for their continuous support and participation in the Highland Memorial Day Parade. For more than 20 … more
Highland Scout presents Eagle Project
Nathaniel ‘Nemo’ Swart, of Boy Scout Troop 70 in Highland and a Junior at the High School, presented his Eagle Scout project last week to the Lloyd Town Board. Supervisor Dave Plavchak … more
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Lloyd updated on water and sewer issues
The Town of Lloyd Water & Sewer Administrator Adam Litman started his report to the Town Board by saying,”Let’s talk about water; it’s been raining and raining and raining. So … more
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A quintet of comics preformed last Saturday night at the Quartz Rock Winery in Marlboro. Pictured L-R Hannah Lieberman, host Danit Sibs, headliner Kitty Reynolds, Will Julian and Nick Viagas.
Quartz Rock Vineyard hosts Comedy Night
Dan and Jacqui Ferrari Heavens, proprietors of Quartz Rock Vineyard in Marlboro, hosted their 4th Comedy Night Saturday evening. The event is part of a series the Vineyard is hosting for the public … more
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Mission accomplished
It ended as it began, in darkness. Hudson Valley Honor Flight Mission 32 spanned nearly 18 hours and more than 600 miles. Eighty-three of America’s Heroes gathered at ShopRite in Montgomery … more
Jessica Mariani, Stacey Moegenburg, Glynis Cowart and Nicole Sewel
SUNY Orange to honor women in STEM
The SUNY Orange Foundation announces its upcoming Women in STEM Alumni Leadership Awards, to be held at the Highpoint in Newburgh, located at 245 Liberty Street, on Thursday, May 9 at 6 p.m. … more
Marlborough to get $100K in ARPA funds
The Marlborough Town Board approved a resolution on Monday, April 8 that is expected to partially fund nighttime lighting and other improvements at Cluett-Schantz and Young’s Parks.  … more
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Marlboro projects $1-1.6m shortfall
Superintendent Michael Rydell gave a slide presentation last week to update the school board and the public on the current state of the 2024-25 school budget. Rydell noted that at the April 18 … more
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Highland High School administrators posed with the three Husky honorees (l. - r.) Asst. Superintendent for Curriculum and Instruction William Zimmer and Superintendent Joel Freer stand beside the honorees Lawrence Hammond, William Halstead and James Janso.
Highland presents Husky Hall of Fame Awards
At last Friday evening’s Spring Gala, the Highland Educational Foundation inducted three individuals into the Husky Hall of Fame; Police Chief James Janso, Pharmacist William Halstead and … more
Tillson/Toc Project to finish by end of May
Lloyd Supervisor Dave Plavchak said the Tillson/Toc/Vineyard intersection project is nearing its final phase of work. He noted that with the asphalt plants reopening after the winter season, the … more
With a cut of the ribbon, Mary Jane’s Dairy Bar welcomes Newburgh back for the season.
Mary Jane’s is back in business
Middle Hope staple Mary Jane’s Dairy Bar on Route 9W celebrated its grand re-opening on Friday, April 5. Present and previous owners, elected officials, town residents and emergency service … more
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Josephine Bloomfield, Esther Garcia, Aaron Bloomfield, Ed Bloomfield, Doris Rodriguez and Carol Cuevas-Howard (left to right) pose for a photo while preparing for the “Free Prom Dresses” events at Temple Sinai in Middletown.
Students find their perfect prom dress in Middletown
Need a dress for the prom, but a little short of cash? No worries. Josephine and Ed Bloomfield can help you. After starting this initiative 20 years ago with the Minisink Valley Rotary Club, the … more
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Seven members of the department received plaques to honor their service; L-R Erick Masten for serving as a past Fire Chief and for Top Responder for an Officer; Marc Ciaglia for Top Responder for a Firefighter; Robert Troncillito as Top Responder for a Driver; Kevin Casey as a Line Officer; Katerina Giofree for Firefighter of the Year; Paul DeAngelis for his past duty as a Lieutenant from 2020-2023; David Scaturro for his 25 years of Active Service to the department, followed by Chief Mike Troncillito and 2nd Asst Chief Lenny Scaturro
Marlborough Fire Department holds annual dinner
The Marlborough Fire Department recently held their annual Installation Dinner at Shadows on the Hudson in Poughkeepsie. Chief Mike Troncillito welcomed everyone to the dinner. “As the … more
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Runners begin the Strikeout Cancer 5K on Saturday at Tony Williams Park in Highland.
5K race raises $2,100 for cancer care
The Strikeout Cancer Event in Highland had already been a successful baseball event in its first running last year, but this year a new component was added. A 5K race. And by all measures, … more
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The district authorized the release of this picture of the Highland Fire Department responding to a fire at the Middle School in the early morning hours of March 20, 2024.
Remote learning continues
  Last week the Highland School Board and Administration held a special meeting to discuss additional details and the abatement procedures needed at the Middle School as a result of a … more
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Marlborough Board floats revised Ridgeline rules
After its revisions to the Town of Marlborough’s ridgeline-protection rules elicited strong disagreement among the public, the Marlborough Town Board floated an alternative proposal that would … more
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Ulster County Executive Jen Metzger participated in a Cornell Cooperative reading program at the Highland Elementary School.
Readings focus awareness on agriculture
Recently, officials from Ulster County and the Town of Lloyd volunteered their time to read the book “I Love Strawberries” by Shannon Anderson to Highland Elementary School students as … more
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Marlborough suggests changes on proposed Willow Tree Lane Subdivision
Meeting on Monday, April 1, the Marlborough Planning Board approved an application by Peter and Frances Fremgen for a lot-line resolution on their property on Clark’s Lane in Milton. The … more
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