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Windfall Farms was one of many vendors at last year’s Walktoberfest that was held on the Hudson Valley Rail Trail.
Lloyd seeks to assure Walkway safety
Last week Lloyd Police Chief James Janso and Lt. Phil Roloson met with representatives of the Walkway Over the Hudson and members of the Lloyd Town Board to review safety protocols for large events … more
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Marlborough sets public hearing for senior/cluster housing proposal
At its January 13 meeting, the Marlborough Town Board proposed the addition of a new special use for the Highway Development (HD) district lining Route 9W, thus allowing cluster-type housing there … more
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Dr. Michael Bywater honored Michelle Munson for being the 30,000th patient encounter at Highland Optometry.
Optometrist welcomes 30,000th patient
Dr. Michael Bywater recently honored Michelle Munson, who was the 30,000th patient encounter at his practice and presented her with a gift certificate to the Vigneto Cafe in the Highland hamlet. … more
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Marlborough PB OKs subdivision, solar farm
Residents of Marlboro’s Summit Drive, Overlook Bluff, and Dragotta Road got a reprieve of sorts at the Marlborough Planning Board’s first meeting of 2025 on January 6. The developer of a … more
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Marlboro School Board extends bus contract
At their January 2 meeting, the Marlboro School Board voted to extend the bus contract with National Express, owner of the Quality Bus Company. Marlboro Director of Business and Finance, Emerson … more
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Photographic postcard showing workmen standing on the partially completed deck of the fifteen-arch bridge of the dividing weir of the Ashokan Reservoir watching water pour over the weir into the lower basin. John Duda Collection.
Ulster County Clerk’s archives publishes new digital collections
Acting Ulster County Clerk Taylor Bruck proudly announces the launch of its first digital collections on New York Heritage Digital Collections, offering free public access to historic treasures. As a … more
Chamber of Commerce announces new board members
The Orange County Chamber of Commerce is proud to announce the newest additions to its 2025 Board of Directors. These distinguished leaders bring diverse expertise, dedication, and fresh perspectives … more
On New Year’s Day, Stephen O’Flaherty was sworn in as a Councilman for the Town of Plattekill. Pictured (l. – r.) Grandfather Jeff Johnson, son Liam, daughters Avery and Harper, spouse Jill and grandmother Barbara.
Plattekill welcomes new councilman
At noon on New Years Day Plattekill Town Justice Annamaria Maciocia administered the oath of office to Stephen O’Flaherty as a Plattekill Town Councilman. Judge Maciocia said, “the … more
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Republicans criticize Metzger over holiday pay raise veto
A heated political dispute erupted in Ulster County after County Executive Jen Metzger used her line-item veto authority to block a proposed pay raise for Department of Public Works (DPW) employees, … more
Justin Pascale was sworn in as a Marlborough Town Judge by Daniel Jackson. Pictured [L-R] Justin Pascale, Judge Dan Jackson, Michael Pascale and Nick Pascale.
Marlborough swears in new Town Justice
Last week Justin Pascale, surrounded by family and friends, was sworn in as a Marlborough Town Justice by current Judge Daniel Jackson. Pascale is a registered Republican and won the Republican, … more
Marlboro Superintendent discusses Blue Ribbon Commission
Superintendent Michael Rydell updated the Board of Education on the Blue Ribbon Commission, an initiative launched by the New York State Education Department to evaluate current educational practices … more
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The Orange County Department of Health.
Orange County Government adopts families for the holidays
Orange County Executive Steve Neuhaus and Youth Bureau Director Rachel Wilson are proud to announce the success of the Adopt-A-Family Program in its 35th year of bringing joy to 132 families this … more
Several fire departments arrived at the scene of a fully engulfed home at 536 N. Riverside Road on Christmas Eve that claimed the life of a Highland man.
House fire claims life of Highland man
The call of fire at a residential, two-story house at 536 N. Riverside Road in Highland came in to Ulster County 911 at 11:18 p.m. on Christmas Eve. Highland Chief Peter Miller said, “It was … more
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The Town of Plattekill has joined the nearby Town of Montgomery in enacting a moratorium on battery storage facilities, putting recent applications on hold.
Plattekill adopts moratorium on battery storage facilities
Just before the holidays, the Plattekill Town Board officially adopted a six month moratorium that temporarily prohibits the review of applications for Battery Energy Storage Systems [BESS] in town. … more
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Mikki Meyer
Highland mourns Mikki Meyer
Dr. Michelle ‘Mikki’ Meyer, of Highland, passed away in 2024 after a short illness; she was 75. Mikki was a therapist, educator, entrepreneur, mother to a son and daughter, had two … more
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Highland Public Library hosts winter programs and events
The Highland Public Library has announced a variety of programs and events for January, offering opportunities for community engagement, creativity, and giving back. Winter Coat Drive
 The … more
Honoring Marlboro Middle School’s Michael Pascale (2nd from left) are District SRO Kelly Aluisio; and Middle School SRO Curt Fulton, SRO Middle School. Pascale is an eighth grader at the school and the son of judge-elect Justin Pascale. At the annual Blue Light tree ceremony, Pascale volunteered to read the names of state police who died in the line of duty in 2024.
Students honored for their role in Blue Light ceremony
The Marlborough Town Police Benevolent Association (PBA) recently presented students Robert (RJ) Jackson and Michael Pascale with certificates of appreciation and gift cards for their assistance with … more
Marlboro, Lloyd Police collect toys for local children
Each year the Police Departments in the Towns of Marlboro and Lloyd collect toys that will be given to children in their respective towns. In Marlborough photo is Chief Gerald Cocozza, … more
Plattekill adopts updated 2024 Comprehensive Plan
The Plattekill Town Board unanimously approved the town’s 2024 Comprehensive Plan following a public hearing last week. The plan, developed with input from community stakeholders, provides a … more
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Marlborough gives conditional OKs to resorts, solar farms
A proposal for a three-lot housing development along Burma Road in Marlboro continued to elicit questions and criticism from attendees at a public hearing on Monday, December 16. This was the … more
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