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Grab an Easter Basket!
Spring is now officially here, and Easter is not far away. With it are some special Easter activities, including some that were postponed from last weekend. WaldenThe Village of Walden Recreation … more
Rainy Easter egg hunt in Montgomery
Despite the rainy weather, the Village of Montgomery did not postpone their Easter egg hunt this past Saturday, April 1. In fact, they posted bright and early that it would happen “rain or … more
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Drag Queen Story Hour draws supporters and opponents
The intersection of Factory and Ward Street was busier than usual this past Saturday as groups of people gathered outside along Route 17K to voice their opinions on the most debatable event in … more
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Walden weighs lawsuit over Hill Street Bridge
Last week, the Village of Walden Board of Trustees passed a motion to commence potential litigation against the Town of Montgomery. The Hill Street Bridge has been a topic of numerous village and … more
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Joe Prior Sr., surrounded by family members after being honored as the Town of Montgomery Citizen of the Month.
Church Elder is Citizen of the Month
Joe Prior Sr. wasn’t born in Montgomery, but now that his name is on a plaque in town hall, he jokes that maybe he could be considered a Montgomery native now. Prior is the Town of … more
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Assemblyman Brian Maher (R,C-Walden) honored local Vietnam War veteran Robert Lewis of Wallkill on National Vietnam War Veterans Day in the Assembly on Wednesday, March 29.
Wallkill Vietnam Vet honored for exemplary service
Assemblyman Brian Maher (R,C-Walden) honored local Vietnam War veteran Robert Lewis of Wallkill for his exemplary and heroic service during the conflict and continued advocacy for … more
Dos Amigos II opened last month at the site of the former Dolan’s Market in Wallkill.
Dos Amigos II opens in Wallkill
The opening of Dos Amigos II in Wallkill has drawn enthusiastic response from Town of Shawangunk officials who hope the new restaurant will spur more development in the downtown area of the … more
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Hospice ceremony honors region’s Vietnam Veterans
Hospice of Orange and Sullivan County, in collaboration with the Cornwall Yacht Club, hosted veterans, community members and fellow guests as they celebrated the third annual National Vietnam War … more
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Warehouse project continues to upset locals
The back and forth about four large warehouses being built in Montgomery is ongoing, and now many residents feel unheard at local meetings. Along the northwest side of 211, by Union and Weaver … more
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Cookie Doe emceed the Pride Prom for high school students last year at Walden’s New Rose Theatre.
Drama over a drag queen
It’s the event that no one in authority dares mention by name. Mayor Steve Brescia, when addressing the event at last week’s village board meeting, would only refer to it as “the … more
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Joseph Byrne
Six votes were more than enough
The Village of Maybrook is welcoming a brand new village justice: 28-year-old Joseph Byrne. This comes from six write-in votes in Maybrook’s recent uncontested election. Byrne is excited to … more
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Gardiner joins Ulster Housing Smart Communities Initiative
Acknowledging that there is a lack of affordable housing in the Town of Gardiner, the Town Board approved a resolution to join Ulster County in an effort to solve the countywide housing crisis. … more
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Conversation continues about senior housing in Crawford
Dialogue continues about a 42-residential unit development in Crawford meant to house veterans, seniors and the workforce. The debatable topic was discussed again at a public hearing last Wednesday … more
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DJ Karl Heller, 91, played the hits and took to the dance floor, Friday, during Oldies Night at the Maybrook VFW.
Maybrook VFW rocks with oldies
Maybrook residents and other locals got a treat this past Friday night as 91-year-old Karl Heller spun “oldies,” classic old tunes that made the dance floor packed with people. The … more
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Shawangunk camp to include Crawford kids
The Town of Shawangunk summer camp is hoping to attract its share of kids from the neighboring Town of Crawford this summer. Deputy Supervisor Adrian “Binker” DeWitt, who chairs the … more
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Crawford gears up for a celebration
In 1823, Crawford was established as a town. Now, 200 years later, locals are prepared to celebrate what it’s become. The Town of Crawford was originally part of the Town of Montgomery, … more
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Wallkill school budget preparations underway
The Wallkill Central School District presented a proposed current working budget of $85.4 million for the upcoming 2023-2024 school year that featured a new-full time athletic trainer, a … more
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Gunks Majestic Sunset by Paul Bracey. Artist Talk on Saturday, March 25 at 12:30 PM at Gardiner Library.
Around the Valley
VFW to host Friday Nite OldiesMaybrook VFW is excited to announce their upcoming event, “Friday Nite Oldies and Pizza” on March 24, from 7 - 11 p.m. The event will feature DJ Karl Heller, … more
Montgomery’s St. Patrick’s parade is a success
On a sunny Saturday afternoon, different organizations and performers participated in a green-themed parade to honor St. Patrick’s Day. The parade kicked off at 1 p.m. with Village of … more
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Wallkill St. Patrick’s Parade Committee members Gwen Saunders and Grace Ross.
Irish pride in the hamlet
Hundreds of residents from the hamlet of Wallkill, surrounding towns and visitors lined Bona Ventura Avenue and varying streets as they watched floats, marching bands, fire engines and other local … more
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