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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 … more
F. Bourgault
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. … more
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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 … more
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Karen Miller
Karen Miller is new town clerk
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 … more
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Waldenites hop for joy during the annual Easter Egg Hunt
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 … more
Walden board passes false alarm law and noise ordinance
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 … more
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Mahler’s 'Resurrection' highlight GNSO concert
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.” … more
The Dali Quartet performs at the season finale of The Newburgh Chamber Series.
Beethoven, Mendelssohn close out concert season
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 … more
Local author reclaims lost Civil War histories
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 … more
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SUNY Orange presents 'Art Unbounded'
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 … more
HEAP assistance available for for summer cooling
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 … more
Nicole Parete (.) has been named acting principal at Plattekill Elementary School, replacing Monica Hasbrouck. (r.)
Wallkill School board appoints acting principal at Plattekill Elementary School
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 … more
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Joseph Lenz
Pine Bush school board picks Lenz as superintendent
The Pine Bush school board appointed Joseph Lenz, Assistant Superintendent for Business, as the district’s new superintendent at its April 8 meeting. “I am immensely grateful for the … more
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State releases follow-up report on Village of Montgomery’s fiscal operations
In July 2021, the New York State Comptroller’s Office conducted an audit report on the Village of Montgomery, evaluating the board of trustees’ oversight of the village treasurer’s … more
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Mark Palczewski
Palczewski is new town’s CAC chairperson
The Montgomery Town Board, during its April 2 meeting, announced a new chairperson for the Montgomery CAC, a committee that advises the board on environmental conservation. Mark Palczewski, a Village … more
Walden Board sets deadline for Main Street property owner
The Village of Walden held a productive meeting on April 1, under the board’s new mayor and trustees, with updates on an unsightly building on Main Street, Orange County Transit, and wellhead … more
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Valley Central will consider realignment alternatives
The future of Walden Elementary School remains uncertain following the latest Valley Central Board of Education meeting, where community members voiced emotional concerns and board members called for … more
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A Wallkill Valley staple for nine decades, Tantillo’s Farm Market in Gardiner will close its doors on April 26.
Tantillo’s Farm Market closes after 90 years
After nearly a century of family farming, Tantillo’s Farm Market, a beloved roadside staple in the Hudson Valley, will not reopen for the 2025 season, owners Jeannine and Jamie Ridgeway … more
John Revella
Revella picked for Legislature seat
The Montgomery and Newburgh town boards filled the vacant Orange County Legislature District 17 seat on April 2, appointing longtime Walden Village Manager John Revella during a special joint … more
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Village of Montgomery proposes 18% tax rate increase
Village of Montgomery residents and officials crowded in the Montgomery Senior Center last Tuesday, April 1, to participate in the village’s most brain-taxing meeting: the annual tentative … more
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