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NY Senate Majority Leader Andrea Stewart-Cousins administers the Oath of Office to Michelle Hinchey with her brother Joseph by her side.
Hinchey begins second term
Saturday Michelle Hinchey was sworn in as the New York State Senator for the 41st District at the Saugerties Performing Arts Factory. Her district includes all of Greene and Columbia counties, most … more
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State Police investigate a homicide in Plattekill
State Police have identified the victim of a homicide in the town of Plattekill as Daniel Spotards, 41, from the town of Plattekill On January 2, 2023, the New York State Police, Highland Barracks … more
The second mural shows the many hands that support our world.
Murals brighten Middle School Hallway
Recently the Marlboro School Board drew attention to two murals that were done at the middle school last fall. Art teacher Megan Albright said several years ago students at the high school … more
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Plattekill Town board poses after January 4 reorganizational meeting. Left to right - Dean DePew Sr., Darryl Matthews, Supervisor Jennifer Salemo, Wilfrido Castillo Jr. and Bill Kras.
Salemo wraps up first year as Plattekill Supervisor
Supervisor Jennifer Salemo felt that the Town of Plattekill accomplished a lot in her first year in office. But she said it was a team effort every step of the way. “It has been challenging … more
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Milton firefighters marching in the Marlboro Fire Parade, July 2022.
Fire calls dipped in 2022, but some companies still very busy
In 2022, there were a total of 13,964 fire calls in Ulster County, which is lower than last year. However, fire calls in different districts may vary from low to very busy. Matthew Kneeter, the … more
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DiNapoli urges New Yorkers to spend those holiday gift cards
New York State Comptroller Thomas P. DiNapoli is urging New Yorkers to make sure they spend any gift cards they received this holiday season. Unused gift card balances can eventually be turned over … more
Kavanagh to run for Ulster DA
Attorney Mike Kavanagh announced Saturday that he will run for Ulster County District Attorney, a position once held by his father. “Today, I am proud to announce my candidacy to be Ulster … more
SUNY New Paltz officially a university, no longer a college
SUNY New Paltz has officially attained University status in the State of New York, effective January 1, 2023, after receiving approval from SUNY Interim Chancellor Deborah F. Stanley and the SUNY … more
Marlborough Town Clerk Colleen Corcoran administers the oath of office to Councilman Dave Zambito.
Marlborough swears in a new councilman
Last week Marlborough Town Clerk Colleen Corcoran administered the oath of office to Councilman Dave Zambito. He was the only one up for election last fall and ran unopposed. In November Zambito … more
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Marlboro names gym for Benjamin Trapani
Last week the Marlboro School Board held a lengthy discussion on a motion to name the elementary gym for the third through fifth grades in honor of Benjamin Trapani, who taught physical education in … more
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Rabbi Douglas Kohn crosses the Paso del Norte International Bridge from Ciudad Juárez, Mexico to El Paso, Texas on December 12, 2022. Photo Credit: Justin Hamel for HIAS
A journey to the border
From December 11 to 14, Rabbi Douglas Kohn of Newburgh’s Temple Beth Jacob along with other rabbis from across the country and organizers traveled to bear witness and experience the current … more
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The current grass field and wooded area along Unity Place where the proposed warehouse is seeking to be constructed in the Town of Newburgh.Brooker Engineering’s proposed site plan for a new 154,700 square foot warehouse along Unity Place.
Unity Place plan prompts concern from neighbors
The public hearing for the project known as ‘Unity Place Warehouse’ will remain open as approved by the Town of Newburgh Planning Board on Thursday, January 5. Traffic increases, loss of … more
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Programs at Mount Saint Mary College were disrupted by a cyber security breach in mid December.
Mount tackles cyber breach
Information and technology specialists and forensic experts have been working at Mount Saint Mary College over the past several weeks to resolve a cybersecurity incident recently discovered in late … more
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Parishioners gathered for photos after the final mass at Maybrook’s Church of the Assumption.
Church of the Assumption holds its final mass
It was a sad day for Maybrook this past Sunday as the Church of the Assumption held its final mass. The room was full of tears, tissues and heartbreak. For a lot of 2022, many locals feared the … more
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Veteran and senior housing in talks for Montgomery
Hawkins Apartment is a potential 3.77 acre project coming to Montgomery to provide affordable housing for seniors and veterans. Engineer Vincent Pietrzak of Pietrzak and Pfau Engineering and … more
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Winners of the Wallkill Sparkle and Shine Contest were honored at last week’s Shawangunk Town Board meeting.
Shawangunk honors best and brightest in light contest
The Shawangunk Town Board recognized the Vision of Wallkill’s Sparkle & Shine Award winners at its January 5 meeting. A couple of weeks before Christmas, local businesses and residents … more
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Pianist Jenny Lin headlines Sunday’s concert in the Grand Montgomery Chamber Music Series.
Glass reflections heading Montgomery concert
The music of Chopin, Schubert and Philip Glass from the keyboard of Jenny Lin highlight the next concert of the Grand Montgomery Chamber Music Series on Sunday, January 15 at 3 p.m. Pianist Jenny … more
Hochul announces initiatives aimed at boosting food supply chain
Governor Kathy Hochul Tuesday announced several major proposals to provide an economic boost to farmers and strengthen New York’s food supply chain as part of the 2023 State of the State. … more
Senator Rob Rolison is officially sworn in to office.
Rolison sworn in as a freshman state senator
Senator Rob Rolison (R-Poughkeepsie, Newburgh) was officially sworn in as the first state senator to represent the new 39th District. Joining him at the ceremony in the Capitol’s Senate chamber … more
Skoufis, sworn in for third term, charts legislative priorities
Senator James Skoufis (D-Orange County) was sworn in for a third term on Wednesday, the first in his newly-drawn 42nd district, comprising nearly all of Orange County. Skoufis will continue in his … more
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