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Cornwall Police Department, Chief Joseph Gebert, escorted by his wife Megan, walked through the doors of the police station and into retirement. He was saluted by co-workers and other area agencies.
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, … more
Elizabeth Bruschi and Jason Burnham
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 … more
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Architects’ renderings of a new Cornwall pool.
Have you taken the pool survey yet?
Cornwall residents who want to have a say in the town’s planned new pool complex need to take a survey expressing their opinions on the project. You have until at least the end of October to do so, … more
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Bids sought for Mountain Road drainage project
The Cornwall-on-Hudson village clerk has been authorized to put out an advertisement seeking bids for a USDA-funded project for the repair and improvement of the drainage system along Mountain Road. … more
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Dr. Evan Goldfischer welcomed everyone to the 17th annual Prostate Cancer Walk, a fundraiser aimed at helping those affected by the disease.
Prostate Cancer Walk marks 17th year
The Premier Cares Foundation recently hosted its 17th annual Prostate Cancer Walk at the Walkway Over the Hudson. The foundation is a nonprofit organization that supports local patients with prostate … more
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Jacobowitz to receive 2027 Ottaway Medal
Marcia A. Jacobowitz, an attorney and longtime community leader, has been selected to receive the 2027 Ottaway Medal, Vision Hudson Valley’s highest honor. Jacobowitz will be honored at the … more
Ryan invites middle and high school students to enter 2026 Congressional App Challenge
Congressman Pat Ryan is encouraging Hudson Valley middle and high school students to participate in the 2026 Congressional App Challenge. The Congressional App Challenge is an annual nationwide … more
From left: Hudson Valley Women’s Association & Friends President Ann Molina and Vice President Dee Moreno, Honorees Virginia ‘Ginny’ Norfleet, Pastor Agnes Saffoury, Nancy Sporbert, Felicia Hodges and Aaron Falk, and Mistress of Ceremony Laurie Tautel.
Five honored as ‘People Who Make a Difference’
“Before you complain, have you volunteered yet?” That was the theme of the Hudson Valley Women’s Association & Friends 23rd annual People Who Make a Difference Recognition breakfast, … more
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Works of artist Thomas Pope are on display at the Crawford House in Newburgh.
Exhibition explores Thomas Pope’s Newburgh life
An exhibition at Crawford House is highlighting Thomas Pope, a 19th-century artist whose life and work were deeply intertwined with Newburgh.   The Historical Society of Newburgh Bay … more
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Washingtonville hosts 111th Orange County Volunteer Firefighters Association Parade
The sound of a fire siren signaled the start of the 111th annual Orange County Volunteer Firefighters Association Parade on Saturday, as firefighters, emergency personnel, marching units and … more
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Second blaze at Stable Way property
There was much about the September 15 fire at 10 Stable Way in Cornwall-on-Hudson that Cornwall-on-Hudson Fire Department Chief Mike Trainor called “nerve wracking”. First, and maybe … more
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Where should the police chief live?
The Cornwall Town Board is exploring where the town’s next police chief should live – in Cornwall, outside Cornwall but in Orange County, or somewhere within a 10 mile radius of the community? … more
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Chief Gebert ready for his next chapter of life
Joseph Gebert has had a fortunate career. To progress from a police dispatcher to police chief in 20 years is no small feat. To be able to retire after only three years in the Town of Cornwall Police … more
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Laura Wolven
Wolven joins Cornwall Public Library as director
The Cornwall Public Library Board of Trustees has announced the appointment of Laura Wolven as the library’s new director. Wolven brings more than 30 years of public library experience in the … more
Cornwall-on-Hudson Village Board poised to update antiquated sign law
Attorney Joe McKay called the Village of Cornwall-on-Hudson’s sign law “antiquated,” as he presented a revised law during the Board of Trustees work session meeting on Sept. 14. One of the … more
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Emily Vincenzo with Negan.
National Service Dog Month spotlights Pine Bush woman and her companion, Negan
September is National Service Dog Month, a designation aimed at raising awareness of the work performed by service dogs and the organizations that train them, including Canine Companions. Canine … more
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Newburgh Open Studios returns for 16th annual event
More than 100 artists will open their studios, galleries and other creative spaces to the public Sept. 26-27 for the 16th annual Newburgh Open Studios. The free, self-guided tour will run from … more
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Smooth slender crabgrass: a quiet engineer to remember
For all the adventures I’ve had in New Hampshire, I’ve spent few of them looking at the ground. The plants I pay the most attention to are closest to eye level, such as the gorgeous draping … more
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Broadway in Cornwall was a hit
Cornwall’s Riverlight Park was filled to the brim with music – and Broadway – lovers on September 12 as Cornwall-on-Hudson resident Mara Davi, herself a Broadway performer, enlisted a handful … more
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Canines and owners benefit from scout project
Gavin O’Rourke loves bringing his dogs to the Cornwall Bark Park off of Angola Road. So when it came time to choose an Eagle Scout project, he decided to make improvements to the canine play area rather than complete a project at the Hudson Valley SPCA or Black Rock Forest. more
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