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Take a walk down memory lane
The Sit & Chat local history group will meet on Wednesday, Nov. 4, at 6 p.m. at the American Legion Hall, 134 Old State Rd. in Highland Falls. This is the last session of the year, with spring … more
28 calls for FMFD
The Fort Montgomery Fire Department responded to 28 calls in the month of September, Chief Rich Salva has reported to his Board of Fire Commissioners. That included 10 mutual aid calls, and 10 motor … more
Leaf collection in Fort Montgomery
The Town of Highlands Highway Department is expected to begin its annual leaf collection on Monday, Nov. 9, it was announced this week. As a reminder for residents, leaves should either be raked to … more
Hall of Honor’s 20th anniversary
The National Purple Heart Hall of Honor will commemorate the 20th anniversary of the Dedication of the Hall of Honor at 1 p.m. on Saturday, Nov. 7 at the Hall’s location, 374 Temple Hill Rd. (Route … more
Dispose of chemicals, paint, meds, etc.
Orange County’s 2026 household hazardous waste and Safe Scripts collection event is happening Saturday, Oct. 24, from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. in Highland Falls. Old chemicals, cleaners, paint, pesticides, … more
Two Sunday Halloween events
On Sunday, Oct. 25, children of all ages can enjoy some Halloween fun at local events. Cornwall: The Chamber of Commerce’s annual Spooktacular is from 2:30-4:30 p.m. on Main St., with a … more
Thanksgiving dinner planned
Volunteers are needed to donate food, to cook, serve, clean up and to deliver Thanksgiving meals in the Highland Falls and Fort Montgomery Community on Wednesday, Nov. 25. The Center of Highland … more
Kids – help the Lions ‘boo-tify’ Cornwall
The Cornwall Lions Club is thrilled to announce that its Annual Halloween Art Contest will be held on Saturday, Oct. 24, inviting young artists from across the community to showcase their … more
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Grant’s Hot Chicken open on Main Street
Highland Falls Mayor Jim DiSalvo, Town of Highlands Joint Chamber of Commerce President Tierney Kain, and Trustee Jen Gargiulo celebrate the grand opening of Grant’s Hot Chicken, 457 Main St., with … more
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A meeting of across-the-mountain mayors
Highland Falls Mayor Jim DiSalvo hosted Cornwall-on-Hudson Mayor Jim Kane for an early morning breakfast meeting at Bean & Barrel café in Highland Falls on Sunday. The two, DiSalvo said, talked … more
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Autumnal glory
Roe Park in Highland Falls is pretty year-round, but this time of year it’s truly stunning. The trees, the water, the gazebo, the reflections – it all makes for the perfect picture. Autumn colors … more
Early voting starts October 24
Early voting for the Nov. 3 general election will run Oct. 24 through Nov. 1 in Orange and Ulster counties. In Orange County, early voting will be available at six locations: Middletown Senior … more
American Red Cross conducting October Blood Drives
In October, the American Red Cross asks people to book a time to give blood or platelets to help keep the blood supply as strong as possible this fall. Visit RedCrossBlood.org, call 1-800-RED CROSS … more
New book explores Hudson Valley history
A new book by local historian A.J. Schenkman explores the history of the Hudson Valley, from Native American settlements and Dutch colonial roots to the American Revolution, Gilded Age estates and … more
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They’re still here!
Monarch butterflies typically begin their migration south from New York in October of every year – this one, likely a female, was probably fueling up on nectar from the clover she was sitting on as … more
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Pipe cleaner sculptures from CONNECT’s Mind & Motion class
Did you know you can make a bendy, movable person out of pipe cleaners? Children in CONNECT’s Mind & Motion class do – they created these people by twisting the colorful chenille stems into a … more
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Blessing for small creatures
“We thank you for giving us these pets who bring us joy. As you take care of us, so also we ask your help that we might take care of those who trust us to look after them.” With that, in the name … more
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CONNECT's outdoor ‘Footloose’ class enjoys the sun
The outdoor ‘Footloose’ class is a popular one at CONNECT, the Highland Falls Intermediate School’s free, afterschool program for third through eighth graders, hosted by the West Point … more
Board of Visitors to meet
The Board of Visitors of the U.S. Military Academy will conduct its annual fall meeting on Friday, October 9, at 9 a.m. in the Haig Room. The meeting will be in person. The board will review and … more
Columbus Day holiday changes
Cornwall Town Hall, Cornwall-on-Hudson Village Hall, Highland Falls Village Hall and Highlands Town Hall will be all be closed for the Columbus Day holiday on Monday, Oct. 12. There are also several … more
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