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Published 5 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 3 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 5 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 5 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…
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Published 15 hours agoLetter to the Editor: Orange County legislator backs Newburgh Democratic candidates
Dear Editor, As an Orange County Legislator representing the Town of Newburgh, I could not be more proud of the Democratic slate running to lead our community this November. Our candidates—Stephen Krasner for Town Supervisor, Jen Knox for Town Clerk, and Kenyon Trachte for Town…
Mid Hudson News
Published October 03State lawmakers voice concerns about proposed 64% Wallkill tax hike
TOWN OF WALLKILL – Facing a proposed 64% 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, Orange County) and Assemblywoman Paula Elaine Kay (D, Rock Hill) are calling on the Town…
Mid Hudson News
Published October 03PK Connect app launches to report problems to city
POUGHKEEPSIE – A new app has launched to help City of Poughkeepsie residents report issues, from potholes to trash pickup, the City announced on Friday. The PK Connect mobile app allows users to report non-emergency problems, track progress, and receive real-time updates.…
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Published October 03Cult of Personality highlights First Friday (VIDEO)
POUGHKEEPSIE –First Friday, the monthly celebration on Main Street in Poughkeepsie on the first Friday of each month between June and November, continues to draw larger crowds. On the first Friday of each month, Main Street between Market and Academy Streets closes to traffic at…
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Published October 03Orange County approves 50% property tax exemption for eligible low-income homeowners
GOSHEN – Orange County became the second county in the state, after Ulster County, to adopt a local law providing a 50% property tax exemption on the county’s portion of the tax bill for eligible low-income homeowners. The homes would have to be sold by a government entity,…
City of Newburgh News
Published October 02OCTOBER 8 COUNCIL WORK SESSION, OCTOBEBR 13 REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING EXECUTIVE SESSION SCHEDULED
The Newburgh City Council Work Session and Regular Council Meeting will be held in-person on the third floor of City Hall, 83 Broadway, Newburgh, NY 12550...