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A new event at this year’s Weekend of Wallkill was the political potato peeling contest among the town’s political candidates. When the potato is peeled, hands go up.
A wet Weekend of Wallkill is still fun
Despite ongoing rain showers, the Weekend of Wallkill celebration returned for its ninth year on Saturday, September 23. Families and residents of the hamlet and surrounding areas browsed homemade … more
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Shawangunk budget may exceed tax cap
Supervisor John Valk is proud of the fact that the Town of Shawangunk has never gone over the state-mandated 2.0 percent tax cap since it was instituted in 2012. But Valk is fearful that the streak … more
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Big Brothers/Big Sisters in need of volunteers
The Big Brothers and Sisters of Orange County is currently looking to expand their program and gain more members. They have recently reached an all time low for enrollment of both volunteers and … more
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NW’s Parks & Rec director is moving on
After 18 years of service and leadership, New Windsor Director of Parks and Recreation Matt Veronesi will begin a new chapter in the Town of Clarkstown as their newest superintendent of parks and … more
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Maybrook Village Clerk/Treasurer David Griffith (far right) swears in newly re-elected village board members l-r) Deputy mayor Charles Woznick, Mayor Dennis Leahy and Trustee Daryl Capozzoli during the board’s recent annual reorganization meeting.
Maybrook OKs 3% increase
Only a handful of residents turned out for Maybrook’s annual budget hearing and even fewer spoke. When all was said and done, the village board passed the budget without change. The total … more
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Ulster County celebrates the life of Dorothy Frooks
In celebration of Women’s History Month, Ulster County Clerk Nina Postupack proudly presents the latest addition to the “Historical Profiles” series, in partnership with the … more
Plattekill Grange celebrates 120th Birthday
Last Saturday the Plattekill Grange #923 marked its 120th anniversary. Plattekill Historian Libby Werleau presented a slide show with pictures and facts about the history of the Grange, noting that … more
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Gardiner pursues further legal action against Awosting Club
Having successfully overcome one legal challenge from the Awosting Club, the town of Gardiner is now prepared to pursue further legal action against the glamping facility. The Supreme Court of … more
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July 2021: Village officials dedicate Montgomery’s pickleball courts.
Pickleball prompts heated debate in Montgomery
It may be the nation’s fastest growing sport, and though it is catching on in the Village of Montgomery, not everyone there is a pickleball fan. The village board, after a lengthy and … more
Orange County Historian Johanna Porr-Yaun and Dr. Jeffrey Sammons, a professor of history at New York University (NYU), at the ceremony.
Orange County remembers 40 who died in WWI battle
Orange County Executive Steven M. Neuhaus and the County’s Veterans Service Agency (VSA) hosted a ceremony on Thursday, September 29 to honor the 40 County residents who died more than 100 … more
Marlborough Board floats revised Ridgeline rules
After its revisions to the Town of Marlborough’s ridgeline-protection rules elicited strong disagreement among the public, the Marlborough Town Board floated an alternative proposal that would … more
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An aerial view of the DuPont-Stauffer Landfill site along South Street proposed as the future location for a new warehouse facility.
Warehouse proposed for South Street
A new warehouse distribution center has been proposed on South Street in the City of Newburgh at the former DuPont-Stauffer Landfill site. The City of Newburgh Industrial Development Agency (IDA) are … more
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Kirsten Droney was named the Marlboro Elementary School Student of the Month for February. Pictured L-R board member James Mullen, Droney’s parents, Principal Jena Thomas, Kirsten Droney, Asst. Principal Sarah Amodeo, music teachers Susan Johnston and Zachary Povall and Superintendent Michael Rydell.
Marlboro names Student of the Month for February
Marlboro Elementary Vocal Music Teacher Susan Johnston honored fifth grader Kirsten Droney as the Marlboro Elementary School Music Student of the Month for February. “She is a role model, a … more
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The Mount Triumphant Church of God, Clintondale. Rising next to it is the future home of the congregation.
Pastor Cowal invites you to worship
Tucked away on 1377 Route 44-55, amidst the rolling hills and scenic beauty of the Hudson Valley, lies a small Pentecostal church that has become a beacon of hope for its congregation. The Mount … more
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Crawford town officials would like to attract new business, including hotels and restaurants to Bullville’s Five Corners area.
New law rezones Bullville’s business park
Bullville’s local businesses received a huge boost last Thursday after the Town of Crawford board established a new law during its public hearing that will revitalize the hamlet’s … more
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The Pine Bush Lions Club thanks all those who came out to support and take part in a day full of fun and community activities.
PB Harvest fair remains a staple of the community
Families and visitors were treated to more than 100 vendors offering food, raffles, local goods and products, local produce, musical performances and good family fun during the annual Pine Bush … more
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[L-R] Jaclyn and Ernest Ramos, Mayor Torrance Harvey, Councilwoman Ramona Monteverde, and Tahra Wright begin the celebratory countdown.
Grow Newburgh officially opens
Grow Newburgh, a local plant shop in the City of Newburgh, celebrated its official grand opening on Friday, November 11. Grow founders and owners Jaclyn and Ernest Ramos were joined by their … more
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Montgomery Planning Board approves Milk Factory renovations
The Borden Condensed Milk Factory on Route 208, after years of deterioration, will finally breathe new life as a boutique hotel after the Town of Montgomery Planning Board approved City … more
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L - r. John Gallagher, John Fraino, Tony Palazzo, Dan Powers, Larry Napier, Bud Walker, Dave Rosenkranse and Terry Elia.
American Legion honors Bud Walker
The Lloyd American Legion Post 193 in Highland presented a plaque to honor Bud Walker and his team for their continuous support and participation in the Highland Memorial Day Parade. For more than 20 … more
Bryan Luna
Grice out, Luna in council race
Councilman At-Large Anthony Grice of the City of Newburgh will not be seeking re-election this coming term for a seat on city council. Democratic Committee Member Bryan Luna hopes to replace … more
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