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Sen. Michelle Hinchey [L] presented a check for $50,000 to Marybeth King, President of the Library Board of Trustees, and Library Director Raven Fonfa for needed ADA work at the library.

Milton Library receives $50,000 grant

  On October 20 the Sarah Hull Hallock Free Library in Milton was filled with supporters and friends to welcome Sen. Michelle Hinchey and Assemblyman Jonathan Jacobson. Hinchey announced …

Colleluore’s Honor Flight was simply ‘fantastic’

If you ask Highland Falls’ Joe Colleluore about Saturday, Oct. 19, he’s going to say it was a “fantastic day.” He might also use the word “great.” Colleluore, …

Wojehowski announces contract award for Hasbrouck drainage

Cornwall Supervisor Josh Wojehowski has announced that the Hasbrouck Area Drainage Project is moving forward with a $5.65 million contract for construction being awarded to Argenio Brothers, Inc. …

Mixed-use project returns before ZBA

The City of Newburgh Zoning Board of Appeals reviewed an updated project plan for 825-829 Broadway on Tuesday, Oct. 22, but made no determinations on the proposal. The revised plan for the mixed-use …

$7.7 million in projects will be sent for approval

The Highland Falls New York Forward Local Planning Committee (LPC) wrapped up its work on October 29, with its final meeting with Consultant Jill Gallant and NYS Department of State’s Susan …
A new mural celebrating the proposed one-mile Regional Connector walking and biking path was unveiled in Newburgh on Thursday, Oct. 24. The mural, located at the Newburgh-Beacon Bridge entrance on …
On Saturday, Oct. 26, Cornwall’s Felicia Lecce made her way to Fort Hamilton, in Brooklyn, for the annual Military Forces Ball, a joint military event, at which she received a New York State …
After listening to various options presented by the school district’s architect, the Walden Elementary School committee has made a clear choice: they prefer a brand-new school on a brand-new …
Last month, members of Outdoor Venture Group reintroduced their Forest of Fun Aerial Park, a rope course park proposed for Scotts Corners, to the Town of Montgomery planning board and residents. This …
The Town of Gardiner’s Zoning Board of Appeals ruled on Oct. 29 that the Awosting Club met the requirements to qualify as a tourist camp, approving seasonal use of eight platforms with soft …
Local News

Meals honors retiring director

Robin Bello and Gloria Yannone were honored and celebrated with a retirement party at the Powelton Club joined by friends and family and volunteers of Meals on Wheels.

Meals on Wheels of Greater Newburgh honored its outgoing executive director, Robin Bello, and bookkeeper Gloria Yannone with a retirement celebration at the Powelton Club on Friday, Oct. 25. …

School News

Marlboro Dukes sixth at OCIAA championship

Marlboro’s Jackie Rivera swims the 100-yard freestyle during Saturday’s OCIAA Division I girls’ swimming championship meet at the Newburgh Free Academy Natatorium.

Sofia Santora was fifth in two individual events, leading the Marlboro Dukes to a sixth-place finish at the Orange County Interscholastic Athletic Association Division 1 championship meet on Saturday …

Late goals seal fate for Vikings

Valley Central’s Ayla Andrews plays the ball off her chest during Thursday’s OCIAA Division II girls’ soccer game at Goshen High School.

The Valley Central Vikings and Goshen Gladiators were playing the last girls’ soccer game of the regular season, and it seemed like everything was at stake. The Orange County …

Newburgh’s Bucci 4th in Section 9 tennis

Newburgh’s Vivienne Bucci reaches for the ball during the Section 9 girls’ tennis tournament consolation final at MatchPoint Tennis Center in Goshen.

Newburgh Free Academy freshman Vivienne Bucci fell one win short of qualifying for the New York State girls’ tennis tournament on Wednesday when she placed fourth at the Section 9 championships …

Goldbacks finish 4th in OCIAA meet

Newburgh’s Lara Ozkovalak swims the butterfly leg of the 200-yard individual medley during Saturday’s OCIAA Division I girls’ swimming championship meet at the Newburgh Free Academy Natatorium.

It was in their home pool, but the Newburgh Free Academy Goldbacks were unable to capture any first-place finishes, as they took fourth place at the Orange County Interscholastic Athletic Association …

Jahsir Davis had five catches for 99 yards and two touchdowns, as he helped lift the Newburgh Free Academy Goldbacks to a 32-14 Class AA football victory over the Kingston Tigers on Friday at NFA …
It was a long, but successful night for the Cornwall Dragons. The Dragons dropped the first and third sets but rallied from behind on Wednesday to defeat the Minisink Valley Warriors in a non-league …
Cornwall’s Sophia Semo leads field at OCIAA championship Sophia Semo won the girls’ race in a time of 17:37.5, leading the Cornwall Dragons to the Orange County Interscholastic …
The Cornwall Dragons’ 200-yard medley relay had the team’s top finish, taking third as the Dragons finished fourth at the Orange County Interscholastic Athletic Association Division 2 …
Montgomery

Future of Walden Elementary School on VC agenda

Valley Central School District will hold a public forum Wednesday, Oct. 30, to present a feasibility report and recommendations on the future of Walden Elementary School, one of the district’s …

Montgomery IDA welcomes new executive director

Vincent Rouhotas

Last month, the Montgomery IDA appointed a new executive director to its team: Vincent Rouhotas, a former electrician and CCA member who is eager to contribute his construction and business expertise …

Highland

Upcoming events at the Highland Public Library

The Highland Public Library will host a series of special events in November, inviting the community to explore local history, celebrate Native American culture, and enjoy live music. On …

Highland Librarian retires after 41 years

Arlene McMahon was honored for her long service to the Highland Public Library. L-R President of the Library Board of Trustees Elaine Rivera, Library Director Julie Kelsall-Dempsey, Arlene McMahon and Ulster County Legislator Gina Hansut.

After 41 years, Librarian Arlene McMahon made the decision to retire from the Highland Public Library as of October 30, 2024. She was honored with a Pride Of Ulster County award from Legislator Gina …