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When teens run amok, parents must answer for it
There is plenty to discuss about what happened Friday night at the Poughkeepsie Galleria. An estimated 100 young people were involved in a disturbance that began after an argument and spilled … more
Protecting victims of domestic violence must be a priority
The testimony heard by the Ulster County Legislature Tuesday night should not be allowed to fade with the adjournment of a meeting. For more than an hour, more than two dozen women described … more
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Aging with HIV is a story of progress - and a call for compassion
Sept. 18 marks National HIV/AIDS and Aging Awareness Day, an observance that deserves our attention not only because of the challenges that remain, but because of how far we have come. For … more
A new path for project review
Lloyd Supervisor Stu Weiss recently suggested a new way to determine whether a developer’s project meets the town’s zoning code: Have a member from each of the town, planning and zoning boards … more
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A century of service: celebrating the Plattekill Fire Department
For 100 years, the Plattekill Fire Department has stood ready to answer the call. That is an accomplishment worth celebrating — not simply because of the number of years, but because of what … more
After 91 years, Social Security remains a promise worth keeping
Ninety-one years ago this week, President Franklin D. Roosevelt signed the Social Security Act into law, creating a program that would become one of the most important and enduring commitments the … more
Head Start deserves strengthening, not dismantling
For more than 60 years, Head Start has represented one of the nation’s most successful investments in children. Created during the War on Poverty, the program has provided millions of low-income … more
Support your local fire company
The fire that tore through the Coldenham Fire Department’s station last week did far more than damage a building. It struck at the heart of a volunteer organization that has stood ready, day and … more
One-Year Pause Is a Smart Move for New York
Artificial intelligence is transforming the world at a remarkable pace, and with it comes an unprecedented demand for massive data centers. These facilities promise economic development and … more
Permanent Daylight Saving Time is the wrong fix
There is a reason “ditch the switch” has become a rallying cry in Washington and in Albany: nobody enjoys losing an hour of sleep in March or fumbling with clocks in November. But popular … more
Clean water isn’t political
For 55 years, the Hudson River Sloop Clearwater has done exactly what Pete Seeger and a handful of activists set out to do in 1966: build a boat to save the river, and use that boat to bring people … more
We deserve answers - not another ICE detention facility
The Hudson Valley has been here before. Six months ago, this community rallied with one voice against a proposed ICE detention center in a Chester warehouse. That fight drew thousands of residents, … more
America at 250: The Work of a More Perfect Union
When General George Washington issued this challenge to his officers in the Temple at the New Windsor Cantonment on March 15, 1783, he faced an army on the verge of mutiny. There had been disappointments, corruption and broken promises that threatened to undermine the cause of a fledgling nation. more
Protecting horses means protecting people
Two tragedies in the span of a week have underscored an uncomfortable truth: when society fails to provide adequate protections for horses, people often pay the price as well. In Saratoga … more
Juneteenth: a celebration of freedom
Juneteenth is more than a date on the calendar. It is a reminder that freedom, justice and equality have often come slowly in America, and that the nation’s greatest ideals have required … more
Federal relief is essential for Hudson Valley Farmers
The Hudson Valley’s farms are more than businesses. They are part of the region’s identity, a cornerstone of the local economy, and a critical link in New York’s food supply chain. Today, many … more
Budget offers progress, but affordability questions remain
After weeks of negotiations and another missed deadline, New York lawmakers finally approved a $268 billion state budget just before midnight Wednesday, with Gov. Kathy Hochul signing the spending … more
Hudson Valley residents answer the call
The Hudson Valley often makes headlines for growth, development and the challenges facing our communities. But every so often, residents remind us of something even more important: this region’s … more
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Memorial Day: the steep cost of freedom
Memorial Day, observed in 2026 on Monday, May 25, is often marked by long weekends, backyard gatherings and the unofficial start of summer. But beneath those traditions lies the reason the day … more
New York should move swiftly to pass Farm Security Resiliency Grant Program
When a late-April freeze can erase months of work in a matter of hours, it becomes clear that New York agriculture is operating under increasingly unstable conditions. Orchards pushed into early … more
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