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The Appler family posed for a picture [L-R] parents Janice and Gael Appler Sr, Gael and Cori Appler and daughter Adeline
Milton library honors Gael Appler Jr.
The Sarah Hull Hallock Free Library in Milton honored Gael Appler Jr. on Sunday for his work on numerous library construction projects over the years. Before an audience of family and friends, … more
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Incumbents re-elected in Lloyd, Marlborough and Plattekill
Democrats held onto the supervisor’s offices in Lloyd, Marlborough and Plattekill in this month’s local elections, with incumbents Stu Weiss, Scott Corcoran and Michael Lembo defeating their … more
Three Marlboro students addressed the school board about the upcoming High School play. The fall production is Rogue’s Gallery and will be presented on November 20–22 with tickets available via the On The Stage box office. The students pictured [L-R] are Timber Jackson, Kylee Dina and Lucy Cannizzaro.
Marlboro school district receives building condition survey
A state-required survey of Marlboro Central School District facilities identified an estimated $34.6 million in capital needs, though district officials have not committed to any work. … more
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Democrats expand Legislature majority to 20-3
Democrats strengthened their hold on the Ulster County Legislature in last week’s election, expanding their majority from 19-4 to 20-3, while incumbents in several closely watched races in the … more
Lloyd appeals light industry determinations for proposed concrete plant
The Town Board on Nov. 2 filed an appeal with the Zoning Board of Appeals challenging three determinations by Building Department Director Dave Barton that a proposed concrete batch plant at 3260 … more
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Decomposers’ haunt: rotting pumpkin
Halloween is over, but the spookiest part of the year is yet to come. Soon, the jack-o-lantern on your doorstep will begin to droop and wither. Although you may recoil from the unwanted visitors that … more
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The First Presbyterian Church has been named to the National Register of Historic Places.
Marlborough weighs cell tower proposal
A proposal to construct a cellular communications tower at Cluett Schantz Memorial Park, a local Scout’s plans to improve park signage and the town’s 2027 budget were among the major topics … more
Plattekill residents question proposed raises at budget hearing
Rising property taxes, the cost of a new ambulance district and proposed raises for elected officials drew pointed questions from residents during a public hearing on Plattekill’s 2027 budget. … more
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Ulster Democrats expand Legislature majority to 20-3
Democrats strengthened their hold on the Ulster County Legislature in Tuesday's election, expanding their majority from 19-4 to 20-3, while incumbents in several closely watched races in the southern … more
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Marlborough Town Board accepts land for public parking
The Town Board unanimously approved two resolutions last week, accepting land for public parking in the hamlet of Marlboro and transferring $300,000 for highway equipment. Land for parking The … more
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Residents criticize appeal delays over concrete plant
Residents told the Lloyd Town Board that appeals challenging a proposed concrete batch plant have stalled before the town’s Zoning Board of Appeals. The town board itself voted last month to join … more
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Bonnie Gulden, owner of Spatial Issues, stands by her Original Gulden Light Boxes at her new store in Clintondale.
Custom showroom opens in Clintondale
Bonnie Gulden has moved her business, Spatial Issues, into a newly renovated building at 1592 Route 44/55, next to Ardonia Market. The building had been closed for a long time. Gulden designs … more
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Ulster County legislators to weigh ban on Flock cameras
A committee of the Ulster County Legislature will consider a resolution next week that would bar the county from using Flock Safety license plate readers and set strict limits on how data from those … more
The new sign unveiled by [L-R] Cynthia Dill, Town of Lloyd Historian Joan Kelley and Supervisor Stu Weiss.
Signage highlights historic steam mill in Lloyd
Lloyd Historian Joan Kelley has secured signage to mark the Deyo Steam Mill, located at 4 River Road in Lloyd. Built in 1860 by carpenter brothers Aaron and John Deyo, it was the first steam-powered … more
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A blue and pink monster attracted significant attention.
A last hurrah for Halloween 2026
On Friday, October 30 the Highland Library hosted their first Halloween Trunk or Treat in the parking lot. Numerous organizations provided sweet treats to kids and adults alike, who were all dressed … more
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Purple Walk brings Hudson Valley community together against domestic violence
More than 100 community members, victim service providers, elected officials and law enforcement leaders gathered on the Walkway Over the Hudson on Oct. 29 for Family Services’ Purple Walk to End … more
Scott Corcoran and Alphonso Lanzetta
Corcoran, Lanzetta vie for Marlborough supervisor
Incumbent Scott Corcoran and former Supervisor Alphonso “Al” Lanzetta are competing for Marlborough town supervisor, with both candidates stressing economic growth, fiscal responsibility and … more
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Dave Plavchak and Stuart Weiss
Weiss, Plavchak meet again in race for Lloyd supervisor
Town of Lloyd voters will decide between Democratic Supervisor Stuart Weiss and his predecessor, Republican Dave Plavchak, in a rematch for supervisor. Weiss defeated Plavchak in 2025 and was sworn … more
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Last climb of the Zombie Millipede
Picture this: while walking in the woods, a fungal spore lands on your skin, perhaps in a crease at the crook of your elbow. This particularly infectious fungus invades your body’s systems before … more
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Dwight Dougherty and Mike Lembo
Dougherty challenges Lembo in Plattekill
Plattekill voters will choose between Democratic Supervisor Michael Lembo, who is seeking another term, and Republican challenger Dwight Dougherty in the race for town supervisor. Michael … more
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