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Published 7 hours agoClothesline Project raises awareness about domestic violence
GOSHEN – Fearless! Hudson Valley, Inc. joined several elected officials and law enforcement representatives to recognize Domestic Violence Awareness Month (DVAM) by hosting the Clothesline Project at the County’s Government Center on Friday. The Clothesline Project is comprised…
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Published October 02‘Trash Talk’ TikTok Star Doesn’t Want to Clean Up NYC Forever. He Wants You To.
David Clarke estimates it will take him three to five years to clean up every forgotten tree bed, underpass and planter in New York City. After that, he says, he’ll have to find something else to do. The 24-year-old Washington Heights resident has already made a big dent in his…
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Published October 03Washingtonville hands Goshen first loss of the season (VIDEO)
GOSHEN – Washingtonville made a statement Friday night, knocking Goshen from the ranks of the unbeaten with a convincing 37-7 victory in a Class A matchup at the Coliseum. The Wizards improved to 4-1 and reestablished themselves as one of Section 9’s top Class A contenders. Their…
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Published 29 minutes agoNewburgh Police Department welcomes new officer
NEWBURGH- The City of Newburgh Police Department has welcomed its newest officer, Turon Schulterbrandt, following his graduation from the Orange County Police Academy on October 2 at the Paramount Theatre in Middletown. A private ceremony was held Oct. 1, where department staff,…
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Published 98 minutes agoPutnam Passport Day continues success
CARMEL – Putnam’s semi-annual Passport Day Saturday was another success as County Clerk Michael Bartolotti and his staff provided passport information to Hudson Valley residents and accepted 53 passport applications. During the pandemic, the event was limited to appointments, and…
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Published 3 hours agoAmerican String Quartet to perform in Newburgh
NEWBURGH- The American String Quartet will perform October 18 as part of Newburgh Chamber Music’s concert series, marking the ensemble’s 15th appearance with the organization. The concert begins at 3 p.m. at St. George’s Church, 105 Grand Street, Newburgh. The program will…
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Published 3 hours agoEPA finalizes cleanup plan for Hopewell Precision site
HOPEWELL JUNCTION- The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency has finalized an updated cleanup plan for groundwater contaminated with trichloroethylene, or TCE, at the Hopewell Precision Superfund Site in Hopewell Junction. The contamination resulted from past industrial operations…
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Published 3 hours agoSkoufis organizes events across Orange County for constituents
ORANGE COUNTY- Senator James Skoufis (D, Cornwall) welcomed hundreds of Orange County residents at a series of community events this fall. Now in its second year, Senator’s annual senior picnic series added a fourth stop, traveling from the western to the eastern edge of the…
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Published 3 hours agoCentral Hudson recognized for Hudson Valley community service
POUGHKEEPSIE- Central Hudson Gas & Electric was recognized with POWER’s Community Impact Award for its philanthropic efforts and commitment to communities across the Hudson Valley. The utility, which serves about 315,000 electric customers and 90,000 natural gas customers, marked…
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Published 5 hours agoLetter to the Editor: Manley’s record of service makes him right choice for Newburgh
After decades of service to our community as a Town of Newburgh Police Officer, Deputy Supervisor, and Town Board Member, I am proud to offer my strongest recommendation for Scott Manley as Town of Newburgh Supervisor. Throughout the years, Scott has demonstrated steady…
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Published 7 hours agoBusy week for Orange County DA’s office includes three jury convictions
GOSHEN – Orange County District Attorney David Hoovler’s office had a busy week in court, announcing three jury trial convictions involving a Middletown murder, a Newburgh fentanyl case and a career burglar. On Friday, a jury convicted Sheldon Paul, 42, of Middletown, of two…
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Published 7 hours agoState lawmakers voice concerns about proposed 64 percent Wallkill tax hike
TOWN OF WALLKILL – Facing a proposed 64 percent property tax hike, the Town of Wallkill is now under pressure from state lawmakers to find a way to close its financial gap. Senator James Skoufis (D, Cornwall) and Assemblywoman Paula Elaine Kay (D, Rock Hill) are calling on the…