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Marlborough Planning Board scrutinizes subdivisions, solar farms, apartments
Three public hearings resulted in two approval recommendations for small subdivisions from the Marlborough Planning Board at its Monday, September 16 meeting. A third earned the Board’s … more
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Members of the Lloyd Police Department salute during the Pledge of Allegiance at the September 11th ceremony last week.
Lloyd honors victims of 9-11
The Town of Lloyd has never forgotten the victims of the September 11, 2001 attacks on the United States. For the past 23 years they have held somber and respectful ceremonies at the Highland Fire … more
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Dr. Eve Walter
Eve Walter is new Director of Public Health
Ulster County Executive Jen Metzger has appointed Epidemiologist Eve Walter as Director of Public Health, subject to confirmation by the County Legislature. With an extensive background in … more
Plavchak: ‘no concession’ to developer
Last week Lloyd Councilman Mike Guerriero brought up the issue of a promised traffic light for the Villages senior residential project at the intersection of Mayer Drive and Route 9W. Guerriero … more
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Town Board discusses drones, asset life, art exhibit… and wildlife Presentation
  Look up and you might spot one of the new FAA-certified drones the Marlborough Police Department is now using to augment public safety in the town. Even better, the three drones … more
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The late Matthew Bewick doing one of the things he loved best, taking a ride on his motorcycle.
Motorcycle ride to prevent suicide
On Saturday, September 14, Locust Grove Brewery, at 162 North Road in Milton, is hosting a Motorcycle Ride to Prevent Suicide in memory of Matthew R. Bewick, 1992-2023. Registration begins at … more
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Ulster County awards solar & EV charging grants to Lloyd, Marlborough
Ulster County Executive Jen Metzger has notified 10 local governments across Ulster County of their successful application to the County’s Solar & Electric Vehicle Infrastructure (SEVI) … more
Plattekill Day is coming on September 21
Last week the Plattekill Town Board reminded the public that the annual Plattekill Day is fast approaching. It will take place on Saturday, September 21 from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. at the Town Park. The … more
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Scenic Hudson comments on Lloyd Comprehensive Plan
The environmental organization, Scenic Hudson, weighed in on the Town of Lloyd’s newly updated Comprehensive Plan. The town’s last plan was compiled in 2013.   Scenic … more
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Samantha Bacchi with the new community fridge at the Highland Public Library.
Highland starts community fridge
Recently the Highland Public Library started a Community Fridge and Cupboard program; an idea spearheaded by Library employee Samantha Bacchi. In the library lobby there is a refrigerator for produce … more
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Marlborough Town Board OKs new Ridgeline regulations
By a near-unanimous vote, the Marlborough Town Board approved its revised ridgeline rules at its Monday, August 26 meeting. The lone abstention came from Councilman Dave Zambito, who owns property … more
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Elected officials and members of the Milton Fire Department pose beside their new UTV vehicle. Pictured L-R Tom Corcoran, Bruce MacElrath, Gina Hansut, Art Tabasco, Janice Appler District Treasurer, Frank Milazzo, Commissioner Neil Fino, Capt. Ryan Lynch, Commissioner Steve Kneeter, Adam Kneeter 3rd Asst. Chief, NYS Assemblyman Jonathan Jacobson, Chief Steve Rivieccio and son Joey, Matt Kneeter 1st Asst. Chief, Commissioner Dick Martin and Gael Appler Jr. 2nd Asst. Chief.
Milton Fire Department gets Utility Terrain Vehicle
New York State Assemblyman Jonathan Jacobson [D- 104] recently secured $65,000 to fund a Utility Terrain Vehicle [UTV] for the Milton Fire Department. This vehicle will allow the department to reach … more
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General Montgomery Day returns this Saturday
The Village of Montgomery is known for several community events throughout the year, including the Skip Chambers Tractor Parade, An Old Fashioned Holiday, and the St. Patrick’s Day Parade. But … more
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Brentano String Quartet
HCMC welcomes Brentano Quartet
The Howland Chamber Music Circle (HCMC) opens its 2024-2025 chamber series with the world-renowned Brentano String Quartet at the Howland Cultural Center on Sunday, September 15 at 4 pm. Following … more
The Highland Middle School opened in 1939 during the administration of Franklin D. Roosevelt.
Middle School to re-open next week
After the Highland Middle School suffered a devastating fire in the early morning hours of March 20, 2024, the 344 students had to to finish the school year by sharing the facilities at the High … more
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Lloyd highlights 2024 Comprehensive Plan
Last week the Lloyd Town Board unveiled the town’s new 2024 Comprehensive Plan. Supervisor Dave Plavchak said crafting a new plan, “is a long process [and] it’s an arduous piece of … more
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Members of the Milton Engine Company stand beside the department’s new Cyclone Rescue Pumper, dedicated in memory of James Vanvliet III.
Milton dedicates new fire truck
  Last Saturday the Milton Engine Company dedicated their new fire truck in memory of past chief and commissioner James J. Vanvliet III [1947-2022]. His obituary highlighted his many … more
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Firefighters successfully rescued a person trapped 50 feet in the air.
Plattekill rescue mission
The Plattekill Fire Department successfully rescued an individual trapped 50 feet in the air on August 12 after a fallen tree limb damaged the control panel of a bucket lift. The incident … more
Neighbors air concerns on Marlboro solar farm
  A proposed solar farm drew limited – but pointed – criticism in a public hearing by the Marlborough Planning Board, held at Town Hall Monday night, August 19.   … more
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Marlboro Superintendent Michael Rydell presented several revisions to the district’s Code of Conduct during the board meeting on Monday, August 19.
Rydell presents code of conduct revisions
Marlboro Superintendent Michael Rydell presented several revisions to the district’s Code of Conduct during the final Board of Education meeting of the summer on Monday, August 19. The board … more
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