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Cornwall board bans overnight commercial parking on some streets
The Cornwall Town Board banned overnight parking for commercial vehicles on several streets at its April 22 meeting. The move came after a public hearing where residents of the street in … more
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The Town of Highlands Historical Society, led by town historian Ronnie Coffey, (front row, 2nd from left) spearheaded a unique approach to this year’s “fifty people” event by having members dress in the attire of the people that they represented from Highland Falls. The reenactors are pictured here with Alex Prizgintas (right), town historian of Woodbury and organizer of the fifty people event.
One ‘great day’ of sharing history
On Sunday, April 27, twelve historical societies throughout Orange County came together for one day to celebrate more than “Fifty People Who Shaped Orange County.” The one-day event took … more
Seated (left to right) Nichole Moretto and Abigail Doyle, standing (left to right) Michael Snyder and Derrik Wynkoop.
Walden Savings Bank announces leadership promotions
Walden Savings Bank has announced a series of leadership promotions aimed at strengthening its commitment to customer service, community engagement, and professional development across the … more
An iconic image of Pete Seeger, performing along the banks of the Hudson River.
Music of Pete Seeger fills the air once again
In the mid-1960s, Pete Seeger stood on the banks of the Hudson River, dismayed by its pollution and neglect. Inspired by the elegant sloops that once carried goods up and down the river, he imagined … more
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Cornwall Public Library Director Charlotte Dunaief and Nathan Kishpaugh are shown with the Eagle Scout project he created.
Teen builds lasting gift for the library
Longtime library supporter and Cornwall native Nathan Kishpaugh, a 14-year-old student, has turned a lifelong love of books into a lasting legacy for the Cornwall Public Library. A dedicated member … more
Cornwall adopts $93M school budget
The Cornwall Central School District Board of Education adopted its 2025-26 budget on April 24; now they just have to wait for the public to vote on the spending plan on Tuesday, May 20. The … more
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COH Board okays some water maintenance work
There’s a slope by the clearwell at Cornwall’s Black Rock Water Treatment Plant which Cornwall-on-Hudson Water Superintendent Mike Trainor would like to reinforce with a retaining wall. … more
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DA Hoovler announces he’s seeking reelection
Orange County District Attorney David M. Hoovler recently announced that he will seek reelection as Orange County District Attorney, reinforcing his steadfast commitment to justice, public safety, … more
HF-FMCSD adopts budget; six positions cut
The Highland Falls-Fort Montgomery Central School District has adopted a $40,762,582 budget that the community will be asked to vote on in three weeks. Voting takes place on Tuesday, May 20, from 6 … more
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County, West Point sign 911 agreement
Orange County Executive Steve Neuhaus visited the West Point Fire Department on March 24 to sign an Intergovernmental Support Agreement between Orange County Emergency Services and the West Point … more
Celebrating Arbor Day in Cornwall
In celebration of Arbor Day on April 25, the Town of Cornwall held two ceremonial plantings that day. The first was held by the Cornwall Conservation Advisory Council which helped plant four new … more
Community comes together to celebrate Earth Day
Rain did not put a damper on the annual Town of Highlands Earth Day celebration last Saturday! While some outdoor activities moved indoors, most events went on as scheduled, including a full slate at … more
Cornwall-on-Hudson agrees to sell water to Blooming Grove
The Town of Blooming Grove has been purchasing water from the Village of Cornwall-on-Hudson for the past couple of weeks on an emergency basis while a leak is being repaired, but the municipality is … more
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Improvements for Laurel Crest Park?
The Cornwall Town Board has approved asking its grant writer, Millenium Strategies, to investigate applying for a new round of New York State grants for recreation. Because they are not ready to … more
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Comprehensive Plan committee appointed
The Cornwall Town Board has appointed its 2025 Comprehensive Plan Committee. As announced earlier in the year, former Deputy Supervisor Wynn Gold will lead it. In New York State, a comprehensive … more
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Perez excited about his Cornwall hotel’s future
One morning in 2019, Keith Perez was having breakfast with his three kids at Fiddlestix Cafe on Main Street in Cornwall. Over his eggs Benedict, he glanced across the narrow alleyway to the old … more
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Senator James Skoufis poses with USMA cadets who visited the State Capitol on April 9.
Skoufis and Eachus honor cadets on West Point Day at the Capitol
Senator James Skoufis (D-42) and Assemblyman Chris Eachus (D-99) welcomed cadets and leadership from the U.S. Military Academy at West Point to the Capitol on Wednesday, April 9, to commemorate West … more
Cornwall-on-Hudson residents Stacey Hawkins and Sarah LaVallee have teamed up to create the Moxie Food Co. They have developed eight blends of seasonings and spices. Each bottle also contains a QR code which takes buyers to their website which lists a number of recipes using each blend.
Ladies show their moxie with new line of spices
Peanut butter and jelly. Macaroni and cheese. Milk and cereal. Individually these food products can stand on their own but are better when combined together. Independently Sarah LaVallee and Stacey … more
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CONNECT program offer Spanish lessons via Duolingo
Under the direction of Mr. Randy, students enrolled in the Highland Falls Intermediate School’s CONNECT program have the opportunity to begin learning Spanish at an early age, via a Duolingo … more
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Cornwall, Highlands will be well represented at ‘Fifty People’ event
Both the Highlands Historical Society and Cornwall Historical Society will participate in this weekend’s ‘Fifty People who Shaped Southeastern Orange County’ event. It’s on … more
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