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Jacqueline Rivera holds her ‘Bubbles of Positivity’ art work while standing beside Principal Ryan Lawler and Myra Rivera.
Marlboro honors student artists
The Marlboro School Board honored students Lex Antonelli and Jacqueline Rivera as their PTSA Reflection winners for 2022. High School Principal Ryan Lawler said these students, “put some … more
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Ulster Legislature approves 2023 budget
By a 20-2 vote, the Ulster County Legislature, Monday, approved the 2023 spending plan for the upcoming fiscal year beginning January 1. The $378 million county budget comprises the means to provide … more
After the event, people held candles while walking to the Old Dutch Church for a closing service.
LGBTQ Center observes World AIDS Day
Across the globe, December 1 is known as World AIDS Day of Remembrance. It was established in 1988 as a way to remember those who have died of the disease and those who are today living with … more
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A reported bomb threat led to the evacuation of the Newburgh Home Depot on Tuesday.
Bomb threat reportedly at Newburgh Home Depot
The Home Depot located at the Newburgh Plaza was evacuated on the morning of Tuesday, December 6 after local authorities were alerted to a falsely reported bomb threat. “At approximately … more
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Judge strikes down ‘Good Cause’ Eviction Law
Orange County Supreme Court Justice Sandra Sciortino ruled the City of Newburgh’s ‘Good Cause Eviction’ Law as null and void on Wednesday, November 29. Local housing advocacy groups … more
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Russell C. Bevier (with microphone) accepts his certificate of appreciation, flanked by Council Members (l. - r.) Anthony Grice, Ramona Monteverde and Mayor Torrance Harvey.
City marshal honored for 51 years of service
City of Newburgh Marshal Russell C. Bevier was recognized by the City Council and members of the greater public for 51 years of dedicated service as a city auxiliary police officer on Monday, … more
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Property located within Newburgh-Stewart Empire Zone and Orange County’s Foreign Trade Zone #37 designation.
Warehouse proposed for 17K corridor near airport
The Town of Newburgh Planning Board has declared itself lead agency for the project identified as the Matrix I-84 Distribution Center during their regular meeting on December 1. Langan Engineering … more
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Ken Ronk
Ronk eyes top spot
Ulster County legislator and county Republican chairman Ken Ronk Jr. is seriously considering running for the Town of Shawangunk Supervisor in the 2023 election. Ronk joins current Town Board … more
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Apartment complex eyed for 17K
A three-building, 261-unit apartment building is in talks to be built on New York 17K, just west of Scott’s Corners, but Montgomery residents have concerns. The proposed build, … more
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Local attorney Dyer Halpern addresses the Town of Shawangunk board about the arrest of a short-term rental owner.
Airbnb owner hauled into court
A local attorney took the Town of Shawangunk to task for hauling a property owner into court for allegedly operating a short-term rental in violation of the town’s zoning laws. Dyer Halpern, … more
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PB to use Covid funds for new turf field
Pine Bush High School athletic fields will soon receive an upgrade under the Coronavirus Relief Fund according to district officials. At the November 22, 2022, Board of Education Meeting, Assistant … more
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Volunteers at the Saint Augustine Thanksgiving luncheon included Nadia Metz, Lily Tomlin, Joe Paulo, Becky Gorres, Debbie Rosen, Tania Metz, Chef Mark Schmitt, Basil Metz, Dave Morrissey, Bob Rosen, Richard Gorres, Denis Totten and Lillian Kreth.
Saint Augustine celebrates Thanksgiving
A decade-long tradition was honored last Thursday at the Church of Saint Augustine in Highland. For ten years, St. Augustine has provided lunches to those who needed one for the holiday. This … more
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Ambulnz is a global ambulance service with a local headquarters in Newburgh.
Marlborough hires new EMS
Marlborough Supervisor Scott Corcoran began looking at other ambulance services when he saw the cost of their current provider Mobile Life rise dramatically. This led to an invitation to Mike … more
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Ulster approves Operations Center in New Paltz
The Ulster County Legislature approved with overwhelming support the purchase of a 57.3 acre tract of land on Paradies Lane in the Town of New Paltz as the site of the new Ulster County Government … more
Comptroller’s audit: Ulster Service Center receives few calls
The Ulster County Comptroller has released a program audit of the Ulster County Service Center. The Center, formerly known as the Constituent Services Navigator, was introduced in the 2022 Ulster … more
Marlboro Elementary School’s Girls on the Run team completed the fall season’s celebratory 5K recently.
Marlboro spotlights programs for improvement
At the last Marlboro School Board meeting, Superintendent Michael Rydell spoke about educational areas that administrators and teachers, who are serving on the Continuous Improvement Committee, are … more
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[L-R] Lieutenants Joseph Burns and Brandon Rola, City of Newburgh Police Commissioner José Gomérez and Police Chief Anthony Geraci.
Fugitive tracked down in North Carolina
City of Newburgh Police Commissioner José Gomérez announced during a brief press conference on Tuesday, November 22 the arrest of Lamont Williams for the death of 29-year-old city … more
The proposed location of the Colored Burial Ground in Downing Park located at the top of the hill.
Remains of African Americans to be interred in Downing Park
The Newburgh City Council unanimously approved the resolution on Monday, November 28 for the city manager to execute a design services agreement with Studio HIP Landscape Architecture, PLLC and PUSH … more
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“If you're thinking of starting a small business, jump in. You know, don't hesitate. When you have a passion for something, I say follow it.” - Isabel Rojas, owner of Healing Looks Great On You.
City’s small businesses welcome the holidays
As the holiday season continues to draw closer and closer, the Liberty Street corridor and greater City of Newburgh welcomed local and visiting customers to browse stores, eat local food and shop … more
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Strangers on the day before Thanksgiving, the Reichardt family (left) and the Williams-Rugaber family are now friends.
German family finds welcome in Montgomery
A hopeful Facebook post turned into something more for Marit Reichardt and her family, as they spent their first Thanksgiving in America at a stranger’s house. In 2008, Marit … more
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