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A petition opposing the Modena Warehouse project had gathered more than 800 signatures as of last week.
Gardiner group opposes Modena Warehouse proposal
A proposed project new trucking terminal and warehouse on the border of Gardiner and Modena has residents concerned about its impact on the community. The application, first submitted by Modena … more
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A large crowd of mostly supporters of a proposed drag strip in Modena speak against a proposed local law that would ban racing in the town at the January 17 Plattekill Town Board meeting.
Drag racing talk revved up again
Although the public hearing on the proposed local law banning motor vehicle racing in the Town of Plattekill was open to only written comments at the January 17 Town Board meeting, more than 15 … more
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Ridgeline proposal continues to dominate town agenda
The proposed ordinance to change several parts of the town’s code governing the Marlborough ridgeline dominated the most recent meeting of the Marlborough Town Board, which took place on … more
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Shreya is focused on the topic of Period Inequity, “an issue faced by so many women around the world and almost 16 million right here in the U.S.”
Student advocates for Period Poverty Project
  Highland High School Junior Shreya Golkonda spoke to the Town Board, pointing out that she is part of a class called Citizenship In Action.   “I work on a project for … more
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Marlboro unveils action plans for 2024-25
Marlboro Superintendent Michael Rydell introduced a presentation at the last school board meeting on the district’s educational Action Plans that are being implemented and coordinated in each … more
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Students, staff attend ‘No Place for Hate’ conference
On January 12, 14 students and five staff members from Marlboro High School (MHS) attended the regional No Place for Hate conference at Siena College. Inspired by civil rights activist Bayard … more
Winter assistance available when needed
On January 20, the annual Winter Assistance Fair was held at the Ulster County Restorative Justice and Community Empowerment Center at 733 Broadway in Kingston. This free event provided the public … more
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Inside Gaza: A Chabad Rebbetzin tells her story
In the heart of Be’er Sheva, where resilience echoes louder than sirens, Bruria Efune stands as a testament to the unwavering spirit of the Israeli people. Living under constant threat of … more
Curaleaf cannabis retail center open for business at Town of Newburgh location
Curaleaf Holdings, Inc., a leading international provider of consumer cannabis products, today celebrated the commencement of adult use sales at its Hudson Valley location both in-person and through … more
' Rainy Morning on the Marsh' by Leslie Waxtel.
North East Watercolor Society exhibit under way
The 2024 North East Watercolor Society Members’ Exhibition is now on view in Orange Hall Gallery through March 15. The excellent quality of the 74 works as well as how they are framed and … more
Fire guts Highland home
The fire call came in at 8:46 p.m. on January 17th of a house fire at 26 Gabriety Road in Highland.     Highland Fire Chief Peter Miller said it took “probably less … more
The changes to the ridgeline regulations would eliminate a current requirement, which restricts any structure from being closer than 50 feet in elevation to the ridgeline.
Marlborough’s Conservation Committee weighs in on town proposal
The Town of Marlborough Conservation Advisory Committee (CAC) is weighing in on a proposed change to the town code that some people fear will bring overdevelopment to the town’s storied … more
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Falcon Ridge issued positive declaration
Last week the Lloyd Planning Board voted unanimously to issue a Positive Declaration of Environmental Impact on a proposed residential subdivision located on 520 acres off of Upper North Road and is … more
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Opposition mounts to Modena warehouse plan
Opposition to the construction of a massive warehouse in the Town of Plattekill is mounting with a petition against the project signed by nearly 600 residents. Large signs have also sprouted up … more
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Public speaks to changes in Lloyd Rental Law
The Lloyd Town Board, last week, held a public hearing on amendments they are seeking to make to the Short Term Transient [STR] Law.   Supervisor Dave Plavchak said they are proposing … more
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Maj Gen. Hussey
Neuhaus to host inaugural Leadership Series on Feb. 1
Orange County Executive Steven M. Neuhaus has announced that he will host the first installment of his Leadership Series at 6 p.m. on Thursday, February 1 at the County’s Emergency Services … more
Paper Bag Players return to SUNY Orange stage
The Paper Bag Players are coming with singing, dancing, and lots of laughs to SUNY Orange in Middletown, on Sunday, January 28 to start off the 2024 Cultural Affairs performance events programming. … more
Representatives of the Jewish Federations of Orange, Ulster and Dutchess Counties recently gathered at the Kingston office of Congressman Pat Ryan (D-Gardiner) to thank him for supporting Israel.
Jewish Federations thank Ryan for support
Just over 100 days since Hamas’s brutal attack on Israel, representatives from the Jewish Federations of Dutchess, Orange, and Ulster Counties presented Rep. Pat Ryan and his staff with a … more
Some residents fear development could ruin their view of the top of Marlboro mountain.
Ridgeline protection sought
At a public hearing on Monday, January 8, the Marlborough Town Board tackled the thorny subjects of cannabis retailing and ridgeline regulations and protections. In the regular semimonthly meeting … more
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Highland remembers Leonard C. Hossenloop
  Long time Highland resident Leonard C. Hossenloop Jr,  affectionately known as “Bud”, passed away on December 22, 2024. He was born in Buffalo on December 8, 1950 to the … more
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