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Grace Suchanyc and Historian Ronnie Coffey are shown preparing the soon-to-be Hometown USA exhibit in the Historian’s office this summer.
Hometown U.S.A: Remembering the Return of the Iran Hostages
Once upon a time, the Village of Highland Falls, New York was the center of the Universe. Well…maybe I’m exaggerating a little. But it certainly seemed that way on a cold winter day … more
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Trimming is done along the headstones in the mid-morning hours.
‘Disrespect to the dead’
During the last several weeks of summer with high temperatures, New Windsor residents Jane and Ed Flanagan spent their time in Calvary Cemetery, maintaining their inward plot. However, quality and … more
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Residents calls for accountability following allegations of police brutality
Anger and frustration at the City of Newburgh Police Department was expressed in comments made by city residents on Monday, September 9. Residents came out to speak in support and call for justice … more
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Anne Venezia Capone, a Cornwall/Cornwall-on-Hudson resident since 1950, celebrated her 100th birthday on Sunday, Sept. 8. Posing for a group photo with the birthday girl are Mayor James Gagliano, Supervisor Josh Wojehowski and Recreation’s Phylis Murphy.
Cornwall’s newest centenarian just celebrated for the fourth time
There aren’t that many local folks who can say that both Cornwall-on-Hudson Mayor James Gagliano and Cornwall Supervisor Josh Wojehowski have stopped by their homes – at the same time … more
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Budget work begins for the Cornwall Town Board
When the Town Board met on Tuesday evening (September 10), they were expected to introduce a local law to override the tax cap levy, and set a public hearing (most likely on October 15) for the … more
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According to Mayor Mike Hembury, the village has not had a contract with the senior center advisory board for 12 years.
Montgomery disbands senior center advisory board
The Village of Montgomery’s senior center has been a recurring talking point throughout the last several board meetings, with the biggest discussion by far unfolding last Tuesday, September 3 … more
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Michael Gabor, owner of Newburgh Art Supply has reached a settlement with the City of Newburgh over back taxes owed and can now focus on the upcoming Newburgh Open Studios weekend.
Council OKs settlement with Newburgh Art Supply
The Newburgh City Council voted unanimously on Monday, September 9, to approve a nearly $84,000 settlement to avoid a foreclosure on 5 Grand Street, the location of Newburgh Art Supply, an art store … more
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The late Matthew Bewick doing one of the things he loved best, taking a ride on his motorcycle.
Motorcycle ride to prevent suicide
On Saturday, September 14, Locust Grove Brewery, at 162 North Road in Milton, is hosting a Motorcycle Ride to Prevent Suicide in memory of Matthew R. Bewick, 1992-2023. Registration begins at … more
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Walden expands residency for police chief and others
The Village of Walden board held a productive meeting last Tuesday, September 3, in which the mayor and trustees finalized their new residency requirements for village employees, considered a paid … more
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A rainbow punctuated the ceremony.
Walden holds fourth annual Overdose Awareness Day
Walden residents and visitors, draped in raincoats and umbrellas, arrived at 104 East Main Street last Saturday, September 7 at 6:30 p.m. to visit a special memorial: a chain link fence decorated … more
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Ulster County awards solar & EV charging grants to Lloyd, Marlborough
Ulster County Executive Jen Metzger has notified 10 local governments across Ulster County of their successful application to the County’s Solar & Electric Vehicle Infrastructure (SEVI) … more
Plattekill Day is coming on September 21
Last week the Plattekill Town Board reminded the public that the annual Plattekill Day is fast approaching. It will take place on Saturday, September 21 from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. at the Town Park. The … more
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Board of Education reviews District Code of Conduct
Last week’s Board of Education meeting in Highland Falls opened with a short public hearing on the district’s proposed revised Code of Conduct; there was just one person on hand to … more
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About two dozen people attended this past week’s session, where one of Dr. Sidney Forman’s history books was the focus of discussion.
History buffs spend time talking about the Hill People
On January 1, 1982, Dr. Sidney Forman, the Historian for the Town of Highlands at the time, published a book called ‘Hudson Highlands Hill People’. It was a short essay on the Hill … more
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Members of For the Many rallied in support of the Good Cause Eviction Law at Monday’s City Council meeting.
Council adopts revised Good Cause Eviction Law
Newburgh City Council voted unanimously on Monday, September 9 to repeal and replace Chapter 240, “rental properties,” Article III of the City Code, entitled “prohibition of … more
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Scenic Hudson comments on Lloyd Comprehensive Plan
The environmental organization, Scenic Hudson, weighed in on the Town of Lloyd’s newly updated Comprehensive Plan. The town’s last plan was compiled in 2013.   Scenic … more
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The Town of Newburgh EMS shows out for National Night Out.
Town of Newburgh celebrates National Night Out
After a rain reschedule earlier in August, the Town of Newburgh came out to celebrate National Night Out on Wednesday, August 28 at Cronomer Hill Park. Townspeople, town officers and community … more
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Congressman Pat Ryan speaks at the Orange County Emergency Services Center last week.
Ryan announces Orange County public safety funding
Congressman Pat Ryan joined with Orange County Executive Steve Neuhaus, Orange County Sheriff Paul Arteta and Orange County Commissioner of Emergency Services Peter Cirigliano last week to announce … more
Newly formed run club to meet weekly on Saturday mornings
Ivette Duran has been interested in fitness for the past four years, but only started running a few months ago when she was selected in a lottery drawing to participate in the New York City Marathon … more
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‘Arts on Main’ on a perfect Friday evening
Two and a half out of five scheduled times, the Cornwall-Highlands Arts Alliance was able to get in this summer’s ‘Arts on Main’ event in Cornwall – an evening where local … more
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