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Wildfire contained; Minnewaska to reopen
Governor Kathy Hochul has announced that after eight days of suppression efforts on the Napanoch Point wildland fire in Minnewaska State Park Preserve, the fire is now contained. The State Department … more
UNICO hosts tomato contest
The Marlboro Chapter of UNICO recently held their annual tomato contest at the Benmarl Winery. In May, residents purchased seeds and by August all of the submissions were judged in a variety of … more
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Orange County to host Patriot’s Day Remembrance Ceremony
Orange County Executive Steven M. Neuhaus invites the community to attend the September 11 Patriot Day ceremony, which will be held at the Orange County Arboretum at Thomas Bull Memorial Park on … more
Orange County Prayer Breakfast is Oct. 19
Orange County Executive Steven M. Neuhaus will host the seventh Orange County Leadership Prayer Breakfast on October 19 at The Barn at Villa Venezia in Middletown, with Matt Manzari as the keynote … more
Danskammer Energy responds to Scenic Hudson
Following an open discussion held by Scenic Hudson on the current Danskammer power plant, Michelle Hook, Vice President of Public Affairs for Danskammer Energy LLC provided corrections and … more
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Lloyd Planning Board approves solar array
Last week the Lloyd Planning Board unanimously approved a resolution granting site plan approval and a special use permit for a proposed ground mounted solar energy system for Toni Saychek on his 9.6 … more
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At the clam steaming pot at the recent Milton Lobster and Clam Bake were (l. – r.) Jason Irhig, Nick Lofaro, Kyle Harney (front), Anthony Primavera and Alex Winterleiner.
Milton lobster & clam bake was a grand success
The weather last Saturday for this year’s lobster & clam bake fundraiser for the Milton Fire Department can be described in one simple word – perfect. This annual event was started … more
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Marlborough seeks a simpler process
At their last meeting the Marlborough Town Board amended a section of their town code pertaining to the definitions of ‘Lot Line Change’ and ‘Subdivisions.’ Supervisor … more
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Orange County announces initiative promoting food waste diversion and composting
Orange County Executive Steven M. Neuhaus, the County’s Planning Department and the Orange County DPW, Division of Environmental Facilities and Services (DEFS) have announced a series of new … more
Burn notice issued in Plattekill
Due to the drought conditions in the Town of Plattekill, Supervisor Jennifer Salemo has declared a state of emergency that bans the burning of any materials outdoors.      Salemo … more
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On August 17th a second fire occurred on the northern Milton pier, forcing its closure until the full extent of the damage and the costs to repair it can be determined.
Fire causes significant damage to Milton Pier
In the space of a few weeks, two fires occurred at the northern Milton Pier. The second one on August 17 resulted in the closure of the pier itself. Milton Assistant Fire Chief Gael Appler Jr, … more
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Contents of barrels to be tested
Town of Plattekill officials are expecting that the contents of six mysterious barrels in the town’s transfer station will be tested soon so the barrels can eventually be removed. Councilman … more
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Brooks bids a final farewell
Marlboro Superintendent Michael Brooks moderated his final School Board meeting last week that was held in the new music room at the Middle School. Brooks sat down with the Southern Ulster Times … more
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The Lloyd Town Board approved hiring Brady J. Robin [center] as a part time dispatcher and Richard Belliveau Jr. as a full time Police Officer at the recommendation of Chief James Janso.
Lloyd approves water tank
Last week the Lloyd Town Board approved the installation of a new water storage tank at a cost of $2,525,000 that will be financed by a bond. Supervisor Dave Plavchak said the board awarded the … more
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A self-storage facility has been proposed for the site of Showtime Cinemas in the Town of Newburgh.
Curtain falling on another theater?
A plan to convert Newburgh’s Showtime Cinemas into a self-storage facility is currently before the Town of Newburgh Planning Board. The property at 1420 Route 300 is owned by Sam Newburgh … more
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Orange County to host hazardous waste collection events
Orange County will host a Hazardous Waste collection event for businesses, municipalities, school districts and farms by appointment only on September 30, and Household Hazardous Waste and Operation … more
Jose Soto with sculpture “Cultural Transfers”.
Jose Gonzalez-Soto exhibit opens new academic year
The Mindy Ross Gallery in Kaplan Hall, SUNY Orange opens the academic year of exhibits with a dramatic and intense show by artist Jose Gonzalez-Soto. His artworks are diverse in size and medium. His … more
Rendition of new pole and line
Central Hudson approved for new transmission line
Central Hudson Gas & Electric Corporation has received final approval to rebuild approximately 23-miles of electric transmission lines that serve thousands of residents and businesses in Ulster … more
A rendering of a proposed new track and turf field in Highland.
Highland seeks $16.9 million in improvements
On Tuesday, October 18, Highland Central School District voters will go to the polls to weigh in on two Capital Project propositions. Proposition 1 is a tax-neutral plan for updating aging school … more
Danskammer Energy has sought approvals to replace an aging power plant on the Hudson River at Roseton in the Town of Newburgh.
Scenic Hudson hosts forum on Danskammer proposal
Area residents joined together at the Newburgh Free Library on Thursday, August 11 for a community discussion on the proposed Danskammer fracked gas plant. The Danskammer Plant currently rests along … more
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