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A preliminary master plan for Delano-Hitch Recreation Park shows potential improvements throughout the park.

Grant opens door to broader Delano-Hitch improvements

A newly awarded $2 million state grant for Delano-Hitch Recreation Park could help the city leverage millions more toward a broader rehabilitation of Newburgh’s largest park. City officials …

Newburgh backs land acquisition for Quassaick Creek Greenway

A long-planned greenway along the Quassaick Creek is moving closer to reality as Scenic Hudson seeks to acquire eight acres near Snake Hill that could eventually help connect Muchattoes Lake and …

Court election battle ends with Carolan’s resignation

Mary Lou Carolan stepped down from the Town of Newburgh Council after the New York Court of Appeals declined to hear her appeal, ending a months-long legal battle over a 2025 election decided by a …

Chief Gebert’s final walkout

“For 22 years, Chief Gebert has devoted himself to the town of Cornwall, its residents and the members of his department, with his leadership, dedication and friendship.” And with one that, …

Cornwall Collaboratory to be launched

“Shared understanding and looking for practical ways forward.” With that phrase in mind, a new venture in Cornwall – the Cornwall Collaboratory – is about to be launched. What is it? Who …
The Walden Board of Trustees is considering changes to the village’s fire safety regulations after Building Inspector Kathy Stegenga raised concerns about single-family rental properties that are …
The idea of forming a Town of Lloyd Lions Club took root several years ago, but it wasn’t until May that the group attracted the required 20-plus members and was officially recognized as a …
Highland Falls’ Joe Murphy has worked for the Village of Highland Falls Department of Public Works since June 1, 1973 – at 53 years, he is the longest serving employee of the municipality. …
A year ago, the Highlands Town Board started its annual budget work $535,000 over the town’s state-mandated tax cap. This year, they started just $300,000 over it. Last year, the board ended …
The Highland Falls Village Board has accepted a petition to review the possibility of allowing a Planned Residential Development (PRD) – 31 units on 4.5 acres in the Satterlee Grove area. It’s a …
Local News

Mid Hudson Times editorial earns first place in national newspaper contest

The Mid Hudson Times has earned national recognition for its editorial writing, winning first place for Best Editorial in the 2026 Better Newspaper Editorial Contest conducted by the National …

Briefs

Montgomery firefighters plan Steak and Cigar Night

The Montgomery Volunteer Fire Department will hold its fourth annual Steak and Cigar Night from 6 to 10 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 3, at the fire department, 136 Ward St., Montgomery. The event will …

Bowling fundraiser to benefit Coldenham Firehouse

A bowling fundraiser to support the Coldenham Firehouse will be held from 1 to 4 p.m. Sunday, Oct. 4, at Pat Tarsio Lanes, Route 52, Newburgh. The event will feature unlimited bowling for $15 …

Wallkill FD plans fall golf outing

The Wallkill Fire Department will hold its fall golf outing Monday, Oct. 5, at Winding Hills Golf Club, 1847 Route 17K, Montgomery. Registration begins at 8 a.m., with a 9 a.m. shotgun start. …

Walden Baptist Church to host night of games and prizes

Walden Baptist Church, 38 Bank St., will host a family-friendly night of games, food and prizes Saturday, Oct. 10. Doors open at 5 p.m., with ticket calling beginning at 7 p.m. A sheet of …

Sports

Vikings rout FDR 34-7

The Valley Central Vikings had a big first half. Despite an offensive slowdown in the second half, the Vikings build a big enough lead, and the defense stood tough as they routed the FDR …

Pine Bush girls swimming streak reaches 90 victories

Pine Bush Central School District
The Pine Bush girls’ swim team has not lost a dual meet in 9 years.

The Pine Bush girls’ swimming and diving team has reached a remarkable milestone, winning its 90th consecutive dual meet. Pine Bush defeated Valley Central, 108-70, on Sept. 16 to extend a …

School News

Sports Shorts

Wallkill tennis Wallkill defeats Highland, improves to 5-1 Wallkill defeated Highland in girls tennis Sept. 24 to improve to 5-1. Gabby Morales and Julia Price won at first doubles, defeating …

Burke Catholic rushes past Highland, 52-6

Highland’s A.J. Nugent scores a touchdown as Wallkill’s Vincent Hazard pursues during a September 4  game at Wallkill Senior High School’s Robinson Field.

Burke Catholic quarterback Lucas Rodriguez rushed for four touchdowns Thursday night, leading the Eagles to a 52-6 rout of Highland and pushing Burke’s record to 4-0. The game matched two …

Community

A distant radio signal

Many of you know you can reach out to me about family items you discover, places you would like to know more about, and other topics. This past week an e-mail, with a letter from over 100 years ago …

Grabbing a bite to eat

The quick social media network around Newburgh often features announcements of new downtown businesses, particularly eateries. Running a restaurant is super hard work. It involves as much talent in …