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Chief Matthew Goodnow poses with members of his rescue team.
Lloyd hires New Paltz Rescue Squad
The Town of Lloyd recently contracted their ambulance service with the New Paltz Rescue Squad that will start on January 1, 2024 at an annual cost of $600,000. CEO Matthew Goodnow said they will … more
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Coldenham Fire Company Color Guard lead their members down Bona Ventura Avenue.
Rain showers no deterrent as Wallkill hosts Ulster Fire Parade
Slight rain showers could not stop the celebration of the 88th Annual Ulster County Volunteer Firefighters Fair on Saturday, July 29 in the Hamlet of Wallkill. The annual parade welcomed more than 20 … more
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Orange County Executive Steven M. Neuhaus while serving in Iraq in 2019.
Neuhaus to be promoted to Commander in US Navy
United States Secretary of Defense Lloyd J. Austin III has announced that Orange County Executive Steven M. Neuhaus will be promoted to the rank of Commander in the U.S. Navy Reserves. “I am … more
Marlborough Supervisor Scott Corcoran recently spoke at a Networking meeting of the agri-tourism organization Meet Me in Marlborough.
Agri-tourism group reunites
The agri-tourism organization Meet Me in Marlborough has brought back their networking events. They met recently at the Brix Gastropub restaurant. MMiM Director Sheila Mannese said they decided … more
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Orange County Executive Steven M. Neuhaus puts a wreath down during the ceremony.
Orange County hosts Wreaths Across America ceremony
Orange County hosted a Wreaths Across America ceremony on Saturday, December 17 at the County’s Veterans Memorial Cemetery. “Once again, the ceremony was a tremendous success, and we … more
Traditional drums are played throughout the afternoon.
African Cultural Center celebrates anniversary
Prayerful and reverent song and dance, handcrafted items and clothing from local vendors and varying patterns of Kente cloth and other hand woven garments were on full display as part of the fourth … more
Planning Board member Cindy Lanzetta showed a chart to the Town Board on how a home may be divided up during discussions of rentals in Marlborough.
Marlborough grapples with rental law
The Marlborough Town Board has been grappling with the definitions and the realities of what are short term home rentals vs. what are bed and breakfast places. Supervisor Scott Corcoran said … more
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Thruway southbound between New Paltz and Newburgh to close Saturday night
The New York State Thruway Authority Wednesday announced that the southbound lanes of the Thruway (I-87) from exit 18 in New Paltz to exit 17 in Newburgh will fully shut down to all traffic at 8 p.m. … more
Highland High School Social Studies Chair Christina Saylor [L] has overseen senior Adrianna Youngren’s Capstone Project.
Student project to beautify bathrooms
This year, Highland High School Social Studies Chair Christina Saylor has been teaching the Civic Readiness Program. She said this new class is an academic honor that students can earn from projects … more
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Shreya is focused on the topic of Period Inequity, “an issue faced by so many women around the world and almost 16 million right here in the U.S.”
Student advocates for Period Poverty Project
  Highland High School Junior Shreya Golkonda spoke to the Town Board, pointing out that she is part of a class called Citizenship In Action.   “I work on a project for … more
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After the event, people held candles while walking to the Old Dutch Church for a closing service.
LGBTQ Center observes World AIDS Day
Across the globe, December 1 is known as World AIDS Day of Remembrance. It was established in 1988 as a way to remember those who have died of the disease and those who are today living with … more
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Junando Dawkins and Juwaugh Dawkins
Brothers found guilty in Plattekill murder
Following an 11-day jury trial, Junando Dawkins, 30, of Newburgh, and his brother, Juwaugh Dawkins, 34, of Jacksonville, Florida, were convicted in Ulster County Court of Murder in the Second Degree … more
Ulster Legislature approves 2023 budget
By a 20-2 vote, the Ulster County Legislature, Monday, approved the 2023 spending plan for the upcoming fiscal year beginning January 1. The $378 million county budget comprises the means to provide … more
Highland High School administrators posed with the three Husky honorees (l. - r.) Asst. Superintendent for Curriculum and Instruction William Zimmer and Superintendent Joel Freer stand beside the honorees Lawrence Hammond, William Halstead and James Janso.
Highland presents Husky Hall of Fame Awards
At last Friday evening’s Spring Gala, the Highland Educational Foundation inducted three individuals into the Husky Hall of Fame; Police Chief James Janso, Pharmacist William Halstead and … more
Housing grant program application period opens March 11
The Ulster County Housing Action Fund, approved last August by the Ulster County Legislature, will open its first application window on March 11 and will accept applications until May 10, 2024, at 3 … more
Plattekill continues to update comp. plan
The last Comprehensive Plan for the Town of Plattekill was done in 2003 and new updates have been under way for a few years. Supervisor Dean DePew said Phase I of work on a new Comprehensive Plan … more
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Jacqueline Rivera holds her ‘Bubbles of Positivity’ art work while standing beside Principal Ryan Lawler and Myra Rivera.
Marlboro honors student artists
The Marlboro School Board honored students Lex Antonelli and Jacqueline Rivera as their PTSA Reflection winners for 2022. High School Principal Ryan Lawler said these students, “put some … more
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Rotarian Christine Giangrasso presented Steve Laubach with a plaque to honor his 40 years as a member.
Rotary honors founding member
Last week the Highland Rotary hosted a special dinner at Casa Milanese to honor Steven Laubach, for his 40 years of service to the Rotary and the community. He recalled that after moving to Highland … more
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Live music returns to Safe Harbors Green
Orange County Arts Council’s OC Live Music Series presents its second show of the season on Friday, June 3, 7-10 p.m. Entry is at 6:30 p.m. This month features SOLJOI77, an alternative … more
Aboard the Milton fire company engine, “Santa” (Greg Lobdell) waves goodbye to visitors to the annual Milton tree-lighting ceremony on December 3.
Rain doesn’t dampen Holiday Spirit at Milton Tree Lighting
  On and off rain limited the crowds but didn’t chill the festive mood at the annual Milton holiday tree lighting, which took place on Sunday afternoon, December 3.    … more
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