News across Greater Kiryas Joel

Letter to the Editor: Local Action Needed to Support our Most Vulnerable Veterans
Dear Editor, For generations, America has called upon young men and women to serve in uniform, placing them in harm’s way to defend our nation and preserve the freedoms we too often take for granted. They have answered that call with courage and commitment. Too many, however,…
Voices Through Brushstrokes at the Liberty Mall (VIDEO)
LIBERTY – All are welcome tonight at Liberty Mall for the unveiling of Voices Through Brushstrokes at 5 p.m., presented in partnership with Grese Productions, Casa Di Longobardi, and Hope’s Compass. The project features eight massive 8-by-3-foot paintings permanently installed in…

No kids and a lot of bass: Brooklyn Children's Museum draws flak for loud roof parties
The Crown Heights museum has brought in a lot of money by renting out its popular rooftop. That’s meant fewer summer days when it’s open to kids – and a lot of frustrated neighbors. [ more › ]

Blood center urges donations after nor’easter
NEW YORK- The recent nor’easter resulted in the cancellation of blood drives and the loss of about 1,000 blood donations across New York and New Jersey, prompting the New York Blood Center to urge eligible donors to give blood this week. The storm came during an already difficult…

Pets rock! UCSPCA beats thousands to win $2,000 national contest
A senior dog who has spent more than seven years waiting for a home at the Ulster County SPCA in Kingston has earned some national recognition — and $2,000 for the shelter — after being named one of three winners of Bret Michaels’ nationwide “Dress Your Pet Like Bret 2026”…

Section 9 football picks: Week 5 features key division matchups
Week 5 brings another important slate of Section 9 football, with division races beginning to take shape and several teams looking to make a statement as the regular season reaches its midpoint. Some matchups feature familiar rivals, others pit teams headed in very different…

Goshen cruises to boys’ soccer win over crosstown rival (VIDEO)
GOSHEN – Gio Hernandez and Ronan McDonnell each scored two goals to lead the Goshen boys’ soccer team to a 7-1 win over crosstown rival Burke Catholic on Tuesday. Myles Warren added a goal with two assists for Goshen (7-1), a perennial Section 9 Class A power. Jon LaBush and…

NFA’s young soccer standouts, Goshen’s Cusumano earn Student-Athlete Spotlight
NEWBURGH – The future of Newburgh Free Academy girls’ varsity soccer may already be here. Seventh graders Leonella Enamorado-Garcia and Camila Orduna, who both play forward, are making an immediate impact at the varsity level, giving the Goldbacks two young offensive weapons.…

CITY ASSESSOR’S OFFICE CLOSED ON OCTOBER 1
Due to internal staff development, the City of Newburgh Assessor’s Office, located at 83 Broadway, is closed on Thursday, October 1, 2026...
Why Fall Is the Best Time to Add Lime to Your Garden Soil
While “adding some lime” may sound like a recipe for a margarita, gardeners in the Northeast know lime can be an important tool for improving soil and preparing gardens for spring. In areas such as Rockland, Bergen and Orange counties, frequent rainfall can contribute to…

Attorney General releases bodycam footage of officer-involved shooting of teen (GRAPHIC VIDEO)
Abbreviated Version Of Footage Above Longer Version of Footage Below ALBANY – New York State Attorney General Letitia James has released bodycam footage from several police officers involved in the June 27, 2026, officer-involved shooting that claimed the life of a 17-year-old…

Bronx man charged after fleeing Newburgh traffic stop
CITY OF NEWBURGH – A Bronx man was arrested after allegedly fleeing a traffic stop, striking a marked police vehicle and resisting officers, according to the City of Newburgh Police Department. Sgt. Mark Mountain was attempting to stop a red Dodge on South William Street at about…