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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 … more
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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 … more
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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 … more
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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 … more
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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Curtis Burnett addressed the Board of Education on Sept. 15, telling board members that a custodian shortage at NFA Main had left employees struggling to maintain the building
Petition seeks reinstatement of custodian
An online petition is calling for the reinstatement of a Newburgh Free Academy custodian reportedly on administrative leave following publicly raised concerns about staffing and conditions at the … more
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Mariel Sol, founder of Spanish Cafecito, reads to children during Clean Water Community Day at Placita La Amistad.
Clean Water Community Day highlights impact of PFAS contamination
Years after PFAS contamination forced Newburgh to stop drawing drinking water from Washington Lake, new research examining the social impacts shows some residents continue to grapple with health … more
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Albert Mizrahi and Mike Mamiye purchased the building in 2022 and began restoring it with the goal of creating a space for art, music and other cultural events.
The Ellis brings new life to former Newburgh church
A former church that sat abandoned for more than two decades has found new life as a vibrant event space, with its owners saying The Ellis has exceeded expectations during its first year of … more
An NFA student practices using an automated external defibrillator on a training mannequin.
CTE students learn lifesaving skills
Students leaned over CPR mannequins Thursday at Newburgh Free Academy’s Career and Technical Education Center, practicing chest compressions and learning what to do in the minutes before emergency … more
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Captain Dustin Palen, of the Orange County Sheriff’s Office, presented his son, Austin, with his newly acquired police badge after being appointed as a new office. Austin will attend the Police Academy in October.
Scenic Hudson commits $50,000 for park site plan
At the most recent New Windsor Town Board meeting, the Little Falls Park was discussed. A path exists at the park, from Bradford Avenue to Walsh Avenue, but the town has been in talks with various … 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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New Windsor marks 17th Community Day
Residents gathered at Kristi Babcock Memorial Park Saturday as New Windsor’s 17th Community Day brought families, community organizations and town services together for a day of activities and … 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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Newburgh weighs future of Flock
Outside law enforcement agencies continued to include the City of Newburgh’s license plate reader network in searches after police tried to restrict outside access, prompting the department to … more
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Sewer costs rise as construction nears
Newburgh is preparing to move forward with construction of a major sewer facility as the project’s cost continues to rise and officials work to reduce untreated sewage entering the Hudson River … more
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