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Town of Montgomery budget: 11.1% village, 7.9% town rate increases
The Montgomery Town Board held the first public hearing on its 2027 preliminary budget Wednesday. Account Clerk Katie McKnight presented the plan and answered questions from residents and board … more
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Shawangunk adopts 2027 budget with double-digit tax rate increases
The Shawangunk Town Board adopted its 2027 budget Nov. 5, approving an $11.58 million spending plan that includes double-digit tax rate increases in both the general and highway funds. The … more
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Maybrook reviews 163-lot subdivision; public hearings set for Nov. 16
Two public hearings on a proposed annexation and zoning change tied to a 163-lot residential subdivision are scheduled for Nov. 16. The Maybrook Village Board is unlikely to be ready to act on either … more
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Brescia wins Montgomery town election
The Orange County Board of Elections posted the results for the Town of Montgomery’s 2026 supervisor election on Tuesday, November 3 at 10:30 p.m. Between candidates Ashley Dmitrieff and Steve … more
Assembly Member Christopher Eachus addresses a gathering Tuesday night at Sweet Clover Farms in Highland Mills
Ryan, Skoufis, Eachus win reelection; Kaul unseats Rolison in Senate race
Democrats scored major victories across the Hudson Valley on Tuesday, with incumbent U.S. Rep. Pat Ryan winning a decisive reelection victory, state Sen. James Skoufis and Assemblyman Christopher … more
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State audit finds payroll, internal control deficiencies in Walden
The Village of Walden failed to properly document and authorize some employee payroll payments, overtime, leave accruals and separation benefits, resulting in $144,767 in questionable payments and … more
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Walden board passes burning law, considers e-bike regulations
The Village of Walden Board of Trustees adopted new regulations governing open burning and recreational fires and continued work on a proposed law regulating electric bicycles and other … more
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The Village of Montgomery board, as part of the name change, presented a plaque to the Lindner Family. From left to right: Trustee Stephen Imbriani, Alison Lindner, Mary Lindner, and Trustee Cythia Nokland.
A lifetime of community service
Every summer, the Village of Montgomery hosts a concert series at the Clinton Street bandstand, treating countless residents to live performances. This summertime tradition was made possible thanks … more
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Reverend Bright Einstein Nogoh
Local United Methodist churches welcome new pastor
Last month, the United Methodist churches in Bullville, Walden, and Walker Valley welcomed a new pastor to their communities: Reverend Bright Einstein Nogoh. Rev. Nogoh has an extensive background in … more
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Mayor: don’t speak with trustees without my approval
The Montgomery village board held an intense discussion at its Oct. 20 meeting about a directive that Mayor Mike Hembury sent to village staff on Oct. 13. Under the directive, department heads and … more
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Valley Central residents question $135-an-hour position
Questions about a proposed executive assistant to the superintendent position, concerns about employee retaliation and complaints over special-education services dominated public comment at the … more
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Maybrook sets Halloween curfew discusses Main Street property
The Maybrook Village Board discussed the completion of the village’s annual paving project, the status of a property at 114 Main St. and questions surrounding the release of a man arrested in a … more
Members of the American Legion Rose-Sheeley Post 1034’s honor guard, presenting the flag colors during the ceremony.
Rolling Thunder donates POW/MIA Chair of Honor
Members of American Legion Rose-Sheeley Post 1034 and Rolling Thunder Chapter 3 New York dedicated a POW/MIA Chair of Honor in the Shawangunk Town Hall on Saturday. The chair honors service members … more
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Steve Brescia and Ashley Dmitrieff
Brescia faces challenge from Dmitrieff
On November 3, the Town of Montgomery will hold an election for the supervisor seat, with the winning candidate serving a two-year term. This year’s candidates include Republican Steve Brescia, the … more
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Walden considers fire safety regulations
The Walden board of trustees kicked off the month with a productive meeting last Tuesday, October 6, discussing several different laws and regulations. In particular, the board looked into open … more
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Edwin Peter Benson Sr. at the 2016 St. Pat’s Ramble.
Montgomery celebrates life and times of Ed Benson
On October 12, residents in the Village of Montgomery held heavy hearts following the passing of Edwin Peter Benson Sr., a local legend who touched many lives through his deli on Clinton Street, his … more
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Rhonda Niski, a local resident and artist, standing next to her display of decoupage pieces in the Town of Wallkill’s municipal center.
Town of Wallkill spotlights local artist Rhonda Niski
On October 2, the Town of Wallkill unveiled a new display at its municipal center, boasting beautiful bowls and wood panels with intricate colors and patterns. These pieces were made by Rhonda Niski, … more
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration has warned that kratom is not a lawfully marketed drug and should not be used for medical treatment, taken as a dietary supplement or added to conventional food.
Kratom ban sought for Montgomery
The Village of Montgomery Board of Trustees held a public hearing Oct. 6 on a proposed local law that would ban the sale, distribution and possession of all kratom products in the village. Residents … more
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Resident Don Berger speaking at the town’s October 7 board meeting.
Montgomery residents raise concerns about volunteer firefighters, police staffing
Residents used the public comment period at the Town of Montgomery Board’s Oct. 7 meeting to raise concerns about volunteer firefighters, police staffing, the cost of living in the town and the … more
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Chanda Bhan
Walden welcomes Reverend Chanta Bhan
Members of St. Andrew’s Church in Walden and St. Francis of Assisi Church in Montgomery welcomed Reverend Chanta Bhan as their new interim priest. Rev. Bhan took over for Canon Nicole Hanley, the … more
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