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I originally ran for office in 2019 because I was a “pissed off farmer.” And although I am still a farmer, (and can sometimes still be pissed off), my reason for running for re-election … more
In a strange way we humans are drawn to disasters, even our own. Last week, locally, we lived through an historic air pollution event. With over 235 square miles of forest burning in Nova Scotia and … more
I have been fortunate to serve as Supervisor to the residents of Gardiner for 8 years now, and I continue to learn every day. The job has become more involved since I worked as the confidential … more
As you may know, early voting begins Saturday, June 17 through Sunday, June 25 for the Democratic Primary, and election day is on June 27. This year it is more important than ever to vote: Gardiner … more
Thanks to the step by step support Marybeth Majestic gave the Gardiner Community Preservation Fund initiative over the past year, Gardiner now has a permanent on-going funding source to protect open … more
Town of Montgomery Councilwoman Kristen Brown is in the June 27 GOP primary race. She with two other candidates are vying for two open seats on the town board. I have watched the councilwoman for … more
From the moment I met Kristen Brown, I knew that I was talking to the next generation of leadership in the Town of Montgomery. With one foot firmly planted (pun intended!) in working her fifth … more
A cool, sunlit morning and my day is fully ahead of me in splendiferous expectation. There’s nothing I will do today that I won’t love doing, except to write the following paragraphs. … more
Two things can be true at the same time. I cannot disagree with the list of accomplishments of Brian Maher as stated in last week’s letter.  Each constituent has different experiences and … more
I met Brian Maher when he decided to run for mayor of the Village of Walden in 2009. We did not know each other, but I went to his house when he had a meeting with community members about his … more
I was working down in the lower corner of the greenhouse, hoeing the tops off little weeds and digging out some grass roots, trying to get at least one growing space weed free: good luck. I have a … more
As the month of June approaches, it is prayerfully hoped that the Pride Flag will not fly from the official Marlborough town flag pole. Nevertheless, if the town board insists upon the wanton … more
New York farmers use the latest research, science and technology to make important decisions in how we farm. This includes many growers choosing to use a newer class of crop protectants called … more
After reading last week’s article on the horrific hoax by the YIT Foundation I felt compelled to write this letter in defense of our former Mayor, Town Supervisor and current NYS Assemblyman … more
I am simply flabbergasted that the Town of Montgomery is “on board” with Dino Park. Could we dream up a more terrifying prospect for our happy valley? Their marketing consultants can make … more
There are factors that may be overlooked why Latin Americans leave their homes, family, neighbors and country to travel elsewhere on dangerous paths.  These factors include destabilization of … more
Hello Gardiner and Southern Ulster. Many of you may already know me, but I would like to say HELLO to those of you who do not yet. My name it Tim Hunter, and I am running to be your next … more
I am writing to show support for the dinosaur theme park that is coming to the Town of Montgomery. This project benefits a lot of people including families and schools that can take kids on field … more
There has been a lot of fear mongering lately over the buses of asylum seekers coming to the Hudson Valley from New York City, compliments of NYC Mayor Eric Adams, who has obviously frightened the … more
It’s time for New York State to continue the momentum of phasing out fossil fuels for good and pass the NY HEAT Act. The many benefits of doing so include saving money on our electric bills, … more
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