Letters to the Editor
On February 11 of this year, I wrote a letter to the powers that be in the Newburgh Enlarged City School District, detailing, with facts and receipts, exactly how Sarah Williams had her civil and …
I would like to address a problem around New York State and could be happening around the country. There is a shortage of therapists and psychologists happening all over, including in Orange County. …
I can’t understand the Christianity of the Speaker of the House of Representatives, Mike Johnson, who has told people to turn to Scripture to truly understand his perspective on the matters of …
People, there is a government-transforming project underway that is both eye-opening and extremely alarming. It is officially called the 2025 Presidential Transition Project. It’s being …
The Israel-Hamas War has generated great emotions of anger, sympathy, condemnation and sadness. The cause unfortunately does not always rest on historical fact or empirical evidence. One thing …

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Letters to the Editor
Having worked in New York City most of my working life, many of my co-workers were either Jewish or Muslim. They got along well and worked together well. That said, I condemn the atrocities that both …
The solution to the horrific war in Israel and Gaza is simple; Hamas should surrender. On October 7, 2023 Hamas attacked Israel in one of the most vicious acts of violence in history. They murdered …
It is not too late to speak out about the Town of Newburgh’s Comprehensive Plan. This blueprint for town growth is now being updated from its last version in 2005, and the Town Board and …
For 10 years, I have had the opportunity to work with Kelly Allegra and Sylvia Santiago - two hard-working women who are government officials in New Windsor. Their commitment and work ethic was …
I’m writing to share why I’m running with Kelly Allegra, New Windsor Town Clerk. Community involvement was important to both of us before we took office, that’s why we feel so …

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Editorial
The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has put forth a proposal that mandates water systems to replace lead service lines within their control over the next 10 years. This proposed rule, if …
Governor Kathy Hochul recently signed the Clean Slate Act which seals certain criminal records three years after a misdemeanor conviction or eight years after a prison release for certain felony …
As the United States stands on the brink of a potential government shutdown, the repercussions for ordinary citizens are far from theoretical. With the November 17 deadline fast approaching, …

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