The town of Woodbury is looking for a way to deal with beavers like this one. ( Photo by Alicja, Pixabay) Woodbury beaver trouble may require lethal response A beaver is allegedly wreaking havoc on a local reservoir, prompting the town of Woodbury to take action to ensure the water... Local News 06 May 2024 | 02:14
Water billing move estimated to save taxpayers $6K, says mayor The village of Woodbury has changed its water billing schedule from quarterly to tri-annually. This decision, according to... Local News 29 Apr 2024 | 01:00
Woodbury’s Independence Day celebration secured Concerns over public safety prompted the town of Woodbury to examine insurance issues regarding the use of fireworks during... Local News 25 Apr 2024 | 04:51
A timber rattlesnake in grass. ( Photo courtesy the United States Fish and Wildlife Service) Rattler fencing, wetland impact of four-lot subdivision debated A proposed four-lot subdivision in Highland Mills raised concerns about rattlesnake disturbance and its impact on worker... Local News 19 Apr 2024 | 03:15
Planning board approves minor lot line adjustments The Town of Monroe Planning Board approved two lot line changes for properties looking to rectify previous boundary issues.... Local News 19 Apr 2024 | 02:52
Monroe Town Hall. ( Photo by Daniel Case) Town clerk inundated with information requests A discussion on Freedom of Information Law (FOIL) requests response times prompted a debate amongst members of the Monroe... Local News 17 Apr 2024 | 10:34
L-R: Mayor Andrew Giacomazza, Village Clerk Jessica McClennan, Trustee Matthew Fabbro, Trustee Susan Fries-Ciriello, Trustee Victor Ferrarelli, and Trustee James Freiband. ( Photo by Gail Hoffer-Loibl) Village passes preliminary budget after single nay vote The Woodbury Village Board approved its preliminary budget during its April 11 meeting, despite some concern from the public... Local News 15 Apr 2024 | 03:16
The Monroe-Woodbury Islamic Center. Islamic Center to address stormwater concerns at May meeting The Monroe-Woodbury Islamic Center came before the Monroe Village Planning Board at the April 8 meeting, as part of its ongoing... Local News 10 Apr 2024 | 10:57
Woodbury town office in Highland Mills. ( Image by Google Maps) Town adjusts budget to absorb additional fees The Woodbury Town Board approved several budget modifications during its April 4 meeting. When the town budget was adopted,... Local News 08 Apr 2024 | 12:50
The initial site plan for the Avalon hotel project with wetlands noted. ( Image courtesy the Woodbury Village Planning Board) Avalon hotel project returns with focus on environmental, noise concerns The Woodbury Village Planning Board last Wednesday, April 3, reviewed the potential impact of the Avalon, a proposed 130-room... Local News 08 Apr 2024 | 12:41
Monroe Village Hall. ( Image by Google Maps) Village to combat large truck traffic with new local law The Monroe Village Board discussed the possibility of implementing a new local law that would limit the size of vehicles... Local News 05 Apr 2024 | 02:40
The town board heard concerns regarding two short-term rental applications on April 1. Residents voice concerns over two short-term rental proposals During the April 1 Monroe Town Board meeting, the board heard from members of the public regarding short-term rental applications... Local News 05 Apr 2024 | 12:29
The Islamic Center in Monroe. Islamic Center seeks variance for new parking lot The Monroe Woodbury Islamic Center located near the intersection of Orange Turnpike and Reynolds Road is seeking site plan... Local News 27 Mar 2024 | 11:17
Monroe-Woodbury Education Center. School district to increase security budget Proposed budgets for personnel expenses and curriculum and instruction were presented to the Monroe-Woodbury Board of Education... Local News 27 Mar 2024 | 10:00
The bar will also sell prepared foods such as finger sandwiches, oysters and salads, as well as frozen items. ( Photo by Couleur, Pixabay) Champagne bar at Woodbury Common approved The Woodbury Village Planning Board has approved a site plan for a champagne bar at Woodbury Common. Pending the meeting... Local News 26 Mar 2024 | 04:49
