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Surrounding the Joe Murphy and DPW’s David Hurst are Trustees Aleena Olivia, Jen Gargiulo, Peter Carroll and Jim Ramus, and Mayor Jim DiSalvo.
It’s now Murphy’s Way
Highland Falls’ Joe Murphy has worked for the Village of Highland Falls Department of Public Works since June 1, 1973 – at 53 years, he is the longest serving employee of the municipality. … more
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Highlands budget work underway
A year ago, the Highlands Town Board started its annual budget work $535,000 over the town’s state-mandated tax cap. This year, they started just $300,000 over it. Last year, the board ended … more
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Village Board considers Satterlee Grove project
The Highland Falls Village Board has accepted a petition to review the possibility of allowing a Planned Residential Development (PRD) – 31 units on 4.5 acres in the Satterlee Grove area. It’s a … more
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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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Washingtonville hosts 111th Orange County Volunteer Firefighters Association Parade
The sound of a fire siren signaled the start of the 111th annual Orange County Volunteer Firefighters Association Parade on Saturday, as firefighters, emergency personnel, marching units and … more
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The Maturely Motivated Players return to Highland Falls Library
The Maturely Motivated Players – Candy Pittari, Ginny Borton, Ralph Bowers and Gail Fluer – made a return engagement to the Highland Falls Library on September 19, delighting several dozen people … more
Architect Andy Woodrum appeared before the Highlands Consolidated Planning Board on September 17 with regard to the proposed mixed-use development at 447, 451 and 457 Main St. in Highland.
Public hearing set for Main Street development
A Planning Board public hearing on the proposed development for 447, 451 and 457 Main St., the former IGA/Highland Falls Market, Park Restaurant and Schade’s Restaurant buildings, will take place … more
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Tax cap hearing set for September 28
The Highlands Town Board will hold a public hearing on Monday, Sept. 28 regarding adopting a local law to exceed the New York State tax cap, if necessary. That date was set at the board’s September … more
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Highland Falls-Fort Montgomery Central School District Social Worker Kelley-Anne Lonergan was awarded tenure at the September 17 meeting of the Board of Education. Lonergan, also the varsity volleyball coach, got to the meeting just in time to receive her tenure after her team defeated Port Jervis in the gymnasium. She’s shown with Superintendent of Schools Michael McElduff and Assistant Superintendent Dr. Crystal Waterman.
McElduff presents goals to Board of Education
The Board of Education of the Highland Falls-Fort Montgomery Central School District heard a presentation from Superintendent of Schools Michael McElduff on his goals for the year ahead at its … 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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A healthy Saturday for seniors
The Town of Highlands Ambulance Corps is on a mission to become even more well-known in the Highland Falls and Fort Montgomery community than they already are. Thus, in addition to their major … 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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No matter the weather, the Cornwall Fall Festival continues
The rain came and went, the fog settled in and lifted, a cool breeze blew and then stopped … and through it all, Cornwall residents (and friends!) came out for the Chamber of Commerce’s annual … more
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Business owner Andrea Kelley urges the Highland Falls Village Board to push ahead a zoning change that will promote growth on Main St. last week.
Highland Falls adopts zoning amendment
From left to right, the vote was no (Trustee Aleena Olivia), no (Deputy Mayor Jim Ramus), yes (Mayor Jim DiSalvo), yes (Trustee Jen Gargiulo), yes (Trustee Peter Carroll). And with that, the Village … more
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2024 O'Neill Homecoming parade featured cheerleaders.
O’Neill Homecoming Parade is September 30
The Highland Falls Village Board has approved a request for the James I. O’Neill High School Homecoming Parade to take place on Main St. at 5 p.m. on Wednesday, Sept. 30. The parade, which steps … more
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