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Early voting this weekend for Primary Election The Commissioners of Elections would like to remind voters that Primary Day will take place on Tuesday, June 25, 2024, and various poll sites throughout the County will be open 6am to 9pm. …more 6/21/24 |
Walden seeks solutions for traffic and safety issues on East Avenue The Village of Walden board packed up and brought its meeting straight to residents on Monday, June 17 at the corner of East Avenue and Hill Street to discuss a situation of street-wide proportions: …more By Jared Castañeda|6/19/24 |
Highland FD considers ‘Bunk-in’ program for recruits Commissioners of the Highland Fire District, concerned about a potential shortage of first responders in the near future, are considering an option that’s catching on elsewhere: free room and …more By Ella Connors|6/19/24 |
OSI acquires 83 acres surrounding Brown’s Pond The New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (NYSDEC), the Open Space Institute (OSI) and the Orange County Water Authority (OCWA) announced June 10 the permanent protection of 83 …more By Alberto Gilman|6/19/24 |
Shawangunk weighs short-term rental licenses A new law addressing short-term rental (STR) licenses was put up for the Shawangunk Town Board’s consideration at a recent meeting. The proposed piece of legislation defines an STR as …more By Ella Connors|6/19/24 |
Marlborough community center is officially open In a ceremony marked by the well-wishes of elected state officials, the Town of Marlborough cut the ribbon on its reborn Community Center on Wednesday afternoon, June 12. Town …more By Rob Sample|6/19/24 |
Pascale chosen as Republican candidate for Marlborough Town Justice Justin Pascale was chosen to be the Republican nominee for Town Justice, in a vote that took place at the Town of Marlborough Republican Committee’s 2024 caucus in which he edged …more By Rob Sample|6/19/24 |
State memorializes local hero Assemblyman Brian Maher (R,C-Walden) announced that legislation establishing the Steve Nicoli Memorial Highway passed in both the Senate and the Assembly. Steve Nicoli lived a life of public …more 6/19/24 |
Gardiner looks for solar energy initiatives The Gardiner Town Board discussed how to best invest grant money in solar energy initiatives. During the June 11 meeting, Paul Keisler, a member of the town’s Climate Smart Taskforce, shared …more By Gail B. Hoffer-Loibl|6/19/24 |
Juneteenth celebration planned for Wooster Grove The Sacred Places of My Ancestors (SPOMA) Committee is thrilled to announce the return of the highly anticipated 4th Annual Juneteenth Celebration. This family-friendly event, dedicated to …more 6/19/24 |
Crawford PD receives New York State Law Enforcement Accreditation On June 6, the New York State Division of Criminal Justice Law Enforcement Accreditation Council awarded the Town of Crawford Police Department a Certification of Accreditation. The New York …more 6/19/24 |
Lloyd Civilian Police Academy returns After a five-year hiatus, in part due to the Covid 19 pandemic, the Town of Lloyd Police Department is again sponsoring a Civilian Police Academy, which is being held on Wednesday evenings from 6 to …more By Mark Reynolds|6/19/24 |
Montgomery’s NY Forward committee meets with consultant With every meeting completed, the Village of Montgomery’s Local Planning Committee reaches closer to its ultimate goal of downtown revitalization. Following its first meeting and workshop, the …more By Jared Castañeda|6/19/24 |
Great American Race returning to Montgomery The Hemmings Motor News Great Race, a national automobile rally over 40 years old, will make its second-ever pit stop in the Village of Montgomery next Thursday, June 27 at 11:30 a.m. on Clinton …more By Jared Castañeda|6/19/24 |
Hospice of Orange and Sullivan honors local veterans Dignity, honor and respect were the core themes present at Hospice of Orange and Sullivan Counties’ veteran’s breakfast on June 12. Along with their friends and family, local …more By Ella Connors|6/19/24 |
Safe Harbors plans a ‘Pride on the Green’ celebration In honor of Pride Month, the Safe Harbors green will turn rainbow on June 23 as Safe Harbors of the Hudson hosts its first annual Pride on the Green celebration. To begin the day’s …more By Ella Connors|6/19/24 |
Staying safe in extreme heat is key Orange County Executive Steven M. Neuhaus asks all residents to protect themselves and their families from the heat. “Excessive heat is one of the leading causes of death in America, and …more 6/17/24 |
Newburgh voters asked for a second chance Newburgh district taxpayers will vote on a newly proposed $358.98 million budget on Tuesday, June 18. Residents had the opportunity to comment on the budget at a public hearing on Tuesday, June 11. …more 6/17/24 |
Two arrested following stabbing at Silver Stream Trailer Park New Windsor Police responded to a reported stabbing at Silver Stream Trailer Park Friday afternoon. Officers, alongside State Troopers, were seen at the park's entrance while New Windsor EMS departed …more 6/14/24 |
Highland abolishes positions Last week the Highland School Board officially abolished a number of positions due to a shortfall in funding: one Administrator in tenure area of Instructional Data and Assessment; one teacher in the …more By Mark Reynolds|6/12/24 |
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