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Published September 12Fallen FDNY member honored in Hyde Park (VIDEO)
HYDE PARK – Paul Tegtmeier was working at his dream job with the FDNY on September 11, 2001, when he gave his life while trying to save others at the World Trade Center. Tegtmeier, who was 41 when he died, had been assigned to FDNY Engine 4 but was detailed to Engine 26 in the…
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Published September 12Orange County remembers 9/11 victims
MONTGOMERY – A poignant tribute to those lost 25 years ago on 9/11 was held Friday night at Orange County’s Thomas Bull Memorial Park in Montgomery. Hundreds gathered on a warm, picturesque evening to remember what remains the most horrific act in American history. Red roses were…
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Published September 12Police chase ends in arrest of suspects wanted on felony warrants
NEWBURGH – A car chase that began in the City of Newburgh on Pierces Road and ended at the Greenbriar Apartments in the Town of Newburgh resulted in the arrest of two people wanted on several felony warrants. The car chase on Thursday afternoon left Newburgh, went across the…
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Published September 12Governor honors 9/11 victims at Ground Zero ceremony
NEW YORK – Governor Hochul Friday honored 9/11 victims, survivors and first responders on the 25th anniversary of the September 11 terrorist attacks. In remembrance of those who lost their lives 25 years ago, 3,000 at the World Trade Center alone, as well as those killed at the…
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Published September 12Last day to use Newburgh splash pads set for September 13th
NEWBURGH- The last day to use City of Newburgh splash pads for the 2026 summer season will be Sunday, September 13, 2026. Splash pad hours and locations are as follows: Xavier Lunan Park – 66 Courtney Avenue; 7 a.m. to 9 p.m. Tyrone H. Crabb Memorial Park – 94 South Street; 7…
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Published September 11Residents, ironworkers butt heads over Amazon deal in Orange Co.
Residents and union workers went back and forth on a proposed Amazon PILOT in the Town of Wawayanda.
Mid Hudson News
Published September 11Governor honors 9/11 victims at Ground Zero ceremony
NEW YORK – Governor Hochul Friday honored 9/11 victims, survivors and first responders on the 25th anniversary of the September 11 terrorist attacks. In remembrance of those who lost their lives 25 years ago, 3,000 at the World Trade Center alone, as well as those killed at the…
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Published September 11Middletown rallies past Cornwall on late 2-point conversion (VIDEO)
CORNWALL -During the bus ride to Cornwall on Thursday night, Middletown offensive coordinator Bobby Mangano told head coach Tim Strenfel about a two-point conversion play he liked in case the Middies needed it. And there was Mangano in Strenfel’s ear after Middletown pulled…
City of Newburgh News
Published September 11CITY OF NEWBURGH CALLS FOR TRUNK OR TREAT VOLUNTEERS
The City of Newburgh in collaboration with Newburgh Enlarged City School District is looking for community members to help make the 2026 Trunk or Treat a spooktacular evening for our kids...
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Published September 11Newburgh City Fire Department honors 9/11 victims
NEWBURGH – City of Newburgh Fire Department held their annual 9/11 Ceremony at Park Place Friday morning. Chief Philip Pullar was master of ceremonies as the department presented the colors and Orange County Firefighters Pipes and Drums played. Deacon Peter Haight, the department…
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Published September 11Beacon edges O’Neill to win Remembrance Bowl (VIDEO)
HIGHLAND FALLS – Beacon was down 15 points with about 10 minutes remaining Thursday night. The Bulldogs weren’t finished. Beacon scored 22 unanswered points in the fourth quarter to rally past host O’Neill, 29-22, and capture the Remembrance Bowl. O’Neill led 14-0 at halftime and…
City of Newburgh News
Published September 11LAST DAY TO USE CITY OF NEWBURGH SPLASH PADS – SEPTEMBER 13
Please be advised, the last day to use City of Newburgh splash pads for the 2026 summer season will be September 13, 2026...