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Police at the scene of an apparent shooting/stabbing on Broadway
Newburgh Police investigate fatal altercation on Broadway
A man is dead and another injured following an altercation at an AutoZone store on Broadway in Newburgh, police said Monday. Officers responded to a report of a stabbing near 515 Broadway on … more
Kennel space on the grounds of the Town of Montgomery Police Department.
Town of Montgomery renews contract with Humane Society of Walden
After a bumpy year of handling stray dogs and cats on its own, the Town of Montgomery reestablished its animal shelter agreement with the Humane Society of Walden as of January 1. Per the agreement … more
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Becky Pearson
Pearson announces mayoral bid
Walden Trustee Becky Pearson has announced her candidacy for mayor in the village’s 2025 election, seeking to return to the role she previously held from 2005 to 2009. Pearson, a lifelong … more
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On New Year’s Day, Stephen O’Flaherty was sworn in as a Councilman for the Town of Plattekill. Pictured (l. – r.) Grandfather Jeff Johnson, son Liam, daughters Avery and Harper, spouse Jill and grandmother Barbara.
Plattekill welcomes new councilman
At noon on New Years Day Plattekill Town Justice Annamaria Maciocia administered the oath of office to Stephen O’Flaherty as a Plattekill Town Councilman. Judge Maciocia said, “the … more
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2025: a New Year is here
Mother Nature did not dare rain on Cornwall-on-Hudson’s annual New Year’s Eve ball drop(s)! She did, in fact, rain between the two annual events on New Year’s Eve in the … more
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Officials gathered in Town Supervisor Bob Livsey’s office at 9 a.m. on the last day of 2024 to sign a new three-year contract for the employees of the Highway Department. From left: Councilman Joe DeWitt, Livsey, Union VP Tim McCabe, Union President Ryan Falk, and Deputy Supervisor Rich Sullivan.
Highway workers start 2025 with a new contract
The Town of Highlands Highway Department employees started the year 2025 with a new three-year contract in place, thanks to a last-minute signing of the new deal on New Year’s Eve. At a … more
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Giselle Martinez
Martinez announces re-election bid
Councilwoman Giselle Martinez has officially launched her re-election campaign for the Ward 1 seat on the Newburgh City Council. Martinez, who announced her candidacy at a kickoff event on Sunday, … more
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Republicans criticize Metzger over holiday pay raise veto
A heated political dispute erupted in Ulster County after County Executive Jen Metzger used her line-item veto authority to block a proposed pay raise for Department of Public Works (DPW) employees, … more
Josh Wojehowski
Wojehowski sets his 2025 priorities
While most people were at home making their New Year’s Eve plans, Cornwall Supervisor Josh Wojehowski was in his office last week wiping his ever-present whiteboard clean and then refilling it … more
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Three hired at short Town Board meeting
At an 18 minute meeting on December 30 the Highlands Town Board signed a contract, transferred some money, hired three part-timers and wished the community a happy new year. Hired were three … more
Anagnostakis speaking at a committee meeting.
Anagnostakis to retire after 15 years of service
After 15 years of public service, Orange County Legislator Mike Anagnostakis announced his retirement, effective at the end of the month. Representing the 17th Legislative District, which includes … more
Justin Pascale was sworn in as a Marlborough Town Judge by Daniel Jackson. Pictured [L-R] Justin Pascale, Judge Dan Jackson, Michael Pascale and Nick Pascale.
Marlborough swears in new Town Justice
Last week Justin Pascale, surrounded by family and friends, was sworn in as a Marlborough Town Justice by current Judge Daniel Jackson. Pascale is a registered Republican and won the Republican, … more
Shawangunk Town Clerk Jane Roscoe swearing in Town Justice Dave Davis.
Dave Davis sworn in as Shawangunk justice
The Town of Shawangunk board kicked off the new year with a productive meeting last Thursday, January 2, celebrating the election of a new town justice and the winners of Wallkill’s decorating … more
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A new sign on display in Blanca Tailoring’s window on Liberty Street. The shop is hopefully nearing reopening later in January.
Routed by fire, Blanca Tailoring eyes a comeback
Blanca Tailoring, a local business at 103 Liberty St., is preparing to reopen in mid-to-late January, pending final city inspections. Owner Blanca Sotelo said she is eager to welcome customers back … more
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Marlboro Superintendent discusses Blue Ribbon Commission
Superintendent Michael Rydell updated the Board of Education on the Blue Ribbon Commission, an initiative launched by the New York State Education Department to evaluate current educational practices … more
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Graham “Mike” Jamison.
Crawford remembers Mike Jamison, former town supervisor
Crawford residents carried heavy hearts throughout December after Graham “Mike” Stillwell Jamison, a longtime resident and former town supervisor, passed away on December 8, 2024, at 95 … more
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Cornwall BOE about to begin 2025-26 budget work
As the Cornwall Central School District prepares to start its 2025-26 budget work, the Board of Education delayed a vote on setting its budget calendar at its December 16 meeting. The question at … more
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Man arrested following stabbing in New Windsor
On Thursday, January 2, 2025, at approximately 9:14 a.m., the New Windsor Police Department responded to the Old Forge Hill Apartments for a reported stabbing. Upon arrival, officers located a … more
The Christmas Day kitchen crew: (l-r) Denise Krupp, Mike & Sue Slapp, Billy Chronopolous, Mike Kennedy, Christin Byrnes, Bob Livsey and Pam Mayer (whose husband John was out delivering meals). Also missing from photo, Pat and John Flynn, and several others who helped deliver meals.
Christmas Dinner served about 120 in Highlands community
While most folks were enjoying Christmas morning at home in Highland Falls, several dozen people pulled together to prepare and deliver about 120 traditional Christmas dinners (turkey, mashed … more
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Several fire departments arrived at the scene of a fully engulfed home at 536 N. Riverside Road on Christmas Eve that claimed the life of a Highland man.
House fire claims life of Highland man
The call of fire at a residential, two-story house at 536 N. Riverside Road in Highland came in to Ulster County 911 at 11:18 p.m. on Christmas Eve. Highland Chief Peter Miller said, “It was … more
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