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Four arrested in theft of nearly $50K from Pine Bush School District

Four people have been arrested in connection with an organized effort to steal nearly $50,000 from the Pine Bush Central School District, authorities announced. The arrests follow a joint …

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Horse trainer convicted

A Canadian horse trainer with a history of abuse was convicted in Orange County Court for fatally striking a racehorse in Crawford last summer, District Attorney David Hoovler announced April 9. …
A mockup design of Improve Montgomery Park’s playground project for Benedict Farm Park, as presented during the town’s April 16 board meeting.

Committee seeks to make town parks ADA accessible

For decades, Montgomery residents of all ages have enjoyed the town’s various parks, getting the most out of their open space, rural serenity, and fun playground equipment. However, while …

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After 25 years of public service, Town Clerk Tara Stickles officially retired from the Town of Montgomery on March 26. Deputy Clerk Karen Miller has been appointed to succeed her. Both women …
Walden residents experienced one of the warmest days of the year last Saturday, April 19, enjoying a mild spring breeze that wafted throughout the village. These winds created the perfect weather …
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Wallkill Valley Times - April 24, 2025

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The Village of Walden board held a very productive meeting last Tuesday, April 15. After months of work, they passed two highly anticipated laws and received a major update on a property demolition …
The Greater Newburgh Symphony Orchestra will celebrate a milestone in its 2024-25 season with a special 30th anniversary concert featuring Mahler’s Symphony No. 2, “Resurrection.” …
The Dali Quartet performs at the season finale of The Newburgh Chamber Series.
Latin American music meets the classical canon when the Dalí Quartet performs April 25 in Newburgh. The concert begins at 7:30 p.m. at St. George’s Church, 105 Grand St. The concert …

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Stories you may have missed
A.J. Schenkman never set out to become a Civil War historian. Instead, as a self-described ‘amateur storyteller,’ the Hudson Valley-based author and educator has always been more …
The ‘Art Unbounded’ student art exhibition, celebrating SUNY Orange creative spirit and 75th anniversary of the college, is on view through April 30 in Orange Hall Gallery where the hours …
Governor Kathy Hochul has announced that applications are open to help low-income New Yorkers stay cool this summer through the Home Energy Assistance Program (HEAP). Overseen by the Office of …
Nicole Parete (.) has been named acting principal at Plattekill Elementary School, replacing Monica Hasbrouck. (r.)
Two employees at Plattekill Elementary School have been placed on paid administrative leave, and an acting principal has been appointed following a special meeting of the Wallkill Central School …

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Sports
Emma Hunt is safe at third.
Wallkill continued its red-hot start to the season on Wednesday, defeating Cornwall Central 10-4 on the road to remain undefeated at 7-0. The Panthers rode a complete-game effort from junior Emma …
Luke Watson scores for Valley Central in last Thursday’s win over Kingston.
Justin Freeman belted a home run and Darren Russo struck out nine over six strong innings as Valley Central defeated Kingston 6-1 in a non-league varsity baseball matchup Thursday afternoon. The …
Members of the 1975 Wallkill Girls Softball team visited their 2025 contemporaries recently.
For 50 years, Chris Mihm wondered what became of the undefeated softball team who charged ground balls, dominated the league, and helped to build her home. On April 9, the Wallkill Central High …
Valley Central secured its first flag football win of the season Friday with a 31-7 victory over Highland, fueled by a strong defensive effort and two second-half touchdowns from Kylie Dechiaro. …

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