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For generations, Pine Bush High School students have carried the “Bushmen” banner with pride. But when current students—the very people who wear the uniform, cheer in the stands, …
This week, the conversation about transportation along the west side of the Hudson River took a long-overdue turn toward action. With the Town of Cornwall and Supervisor Josh Wojehowski beginning …
October 2025 marks Domestic Violence Awareness Month (DVAM), a time for our community to recognize the courage of survivors, stand in solidarity with those affected, and take meaningful action to …
The federal government has been shut down for nearly a week, and once again, Washington’s dysfunction is being paid for by the people who can least afford it. Federal workers are being …
The Metropolitan Transportation Authority’s latest proposal to increase fares and implement punitive ticketing policies represents yet another blow to Hudson Valley residents who are already …
COVID-19 infections are once again increasing across New York State, with the Mid Hudson region reporting 166 new cases on September 2 — a five-month high. Meanwhile, the Centers for Disease …
National Suicide Prevention and Awareness Week will be observed from Sunday, Sept. 7, through Saturday, Sept. 13, 2025. The week coincides with World Suicide Prevention Day on Sept. 10 and is part of …
On Aug. 21, we pause to celebrate National Senior Citizens Day, a holiday first proclaimed by President Ronald Reagan in 1988. In his words, seniors have achieved much “for our families, our …
Hudson Valley farmers are no strangers to hard work, tight margins and unpredictable seasons. But today, their greatest threat isn’t the weather—it’s Washington. Recent federal …
The Village of Maybrook is in mourning for former Mayor Joseph E. Dineen, who passed away on July 19. Known to most as Joe, he served as a village trustee from 1990 to 2002 and as Mayor from 2002 to …

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The Thursday October 9th 2025 edition of the Wallkill Valley Times featured a brief article regarding the sale of the Church of the Assumption in Maybrook. The article stated, ”The closure was …
When Charlie Kirk fell victim to a single bullet fired by a shooter whose motives are still unclear, conservatives fell all over themselves to harangue everyone to their left (i.e., most of the …
Mary Jane’s dorm suite was on the third floor. It was late fall, almost winter, and the campus was leafless. Yet, the sun still pulled green from the grass and, ignoring the “Do Not Walk …
Unchecked land development as well as its attendant risks to the health, safety, and quality of life for homeowners remain causes for concern in Gardiner.  Meanwhile, the interests of corporate …
Local elections are near. There is one candidate who especially stands out running for the Orange County legislative seat in the 17th district. Karina Tipton is an outstanding choice to …
There is nothing that is free whether it’s free education, childcare, medicine, transportation, housing any other life improvement espoused by some politicians. Someone is …
Governor Hochul has made a commendable promise to improve access to mental healthcare for New Yorkers, so why are so many still paying out-of-pocket for mental health services that are proven to …
Imagine that it’s 1936 in Berlin. Hitler was accumulating power, roughing up and arresting his opponents. He was fomenting domestic unrest so he can crack down even more. Which side …
I am honored to serve as Town Councilman and Deputy Supervisor for the Town of Shawangunk and to be running for re-election this November. Over the past four years, I have truly enjoyed working on …
I have missed the past couple of Village of Montgomery Board meetings due to vacation. But I have watched on its live stream at the urging of many residents. What I have watched is a Broken Board. …
During the public portion of the Village of Montgomery Trustee Meeting, ( October 7, 2025) I witnessed a deeply concerning breakdown in decorum and governance. The Village Attorney made repeated …
It was when I first heard that a warehouse (five times the size of Lowe’s) was proposed on the edge of historic Montgomery village that I started attending TOM Board meetings. Lucky for me I …
Voters living in Legislative District 13 have an opportunity to elect Adrienne Gelfand Perine for Ulster County Legislature on November 4th.  A longtime resident of Wallkill, Adrienne has …
This year, I am voting for Michael Sussman for Orange County Executive. I believe it’s time for a change in Orange County government. I want to be clear that I am not saying Steven M. …
Hey Orange County! With the first week of school behind us, I’m excited to share some wonderful updates happening across our community. Education is such an important element of success, …

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