After years of complaining that their schools were being shortchanged in Albany, local educators are celebrating a 2021-22 state budget that contains an unprecedented increase in state aid. A tentative sigh of financial relief After years of complaining that their schools were being shortchanged in Albany, local educators are celebrating a 2021-22... Local News 13 Apr 2021 | 08:06
Erin McCarthy and her daughter, Emma, who both learned how to snowboard last month at Mt. Peter in Warwick, N.Y. ‘They’re coming out in droves’: Outdoor activities offer freedom during Covid winter As temperatures drop and snow piles up, the urge to get outside this winter is stronger than ever. To get out of the house... Local News 29 Jan 2021 | 10:52
The turkey flock at Flatbrook Farm, a month from Thanksgiving (Photo by Becca Tucker) Smaller turkeys in demand for downsized Thanksgivings Turkey farmers are struggling as much as everyone else with their predictions during our pandemic era. “We were concerned... Local News 30 Oct 2020 | 02:22
Katie Myrick, who can’t stand Trump, and Chris Watkins, who came home one day all decked out in MAGA gear. (Photo by Becca Tucker) A look into the rare purple marriage Katie Myrick and Chris Watkins live in Milford, Pa., with their blended family of six kids, in a neighborhood thick with... Local News 28 Sep 2020 | 12:55
Tyler (left) and Alex Correll with their coffee bean roaster. Photos by Vera Olinski. Coffee is serious business at Brother Beans Looking for an artisanal, small-batch coffee roaster? Meet Brother Beans Coffee Roasting Co., which offers free shipping... Business 25 Aug 2020 | 12:08
Steve Rubin’s backyard in the Village of Warwick was one of the venues at this year’s Hudson Valley Jazz Festival. The backyard featured John Arbo, Joe and Gabriele Tranchina, Bob Rosen, Rick Savage, Mark Sganga and Steve Rubin. Photos provided by the Hudson Valley Jazz Festival. ‘Jazz is our American music’ As Americans navigate their way through months of a global health crisis and our national economic condition, music still... Entertainment 18 Aug 2020 | 12:19
Michael Jackson and his band will perform at a Music In the Park event in Pine Island on Friday, Aug. 14, as part of the 2020 Hudson Valley Jazz Festival. The event is free and family-friendly. Strict COVID-19 guidelines with an abundance of caution to keep guests safe will apply. Provided photo. Pine Island. Music in the Park on Aug. 14 The Pine Island Chamber of Commerce will host a free Music In the Park event In Pine Island Park (Kay Road and Treasure Lane... Entertainment 03 Aug 2020 | 02:12
Warwick. Warwick man charged in assault case The Town of Warwick Police Department is investigating an assault at a residence in which a 26-year-old Highland Mills man... Police & Fire 05 Jul 2020 | 02:19
Paul A. Hybbeneth Paul A. Hybbeneth of Pine Island (formerly of Warwick) passed away unexpectedly on March 11, 2020. He was 51 years old. He... Home 13 Mar 2020 | 02:58
Adina Epstein-Bialas Adina Epstein Bialas Adina Epstein Bialas, 45, of Pine Island, N.Y., died peacefully on Saturday, Feb. 15, 2020, after a five-year battle with... Home 19 Feb 2020 | 09:31
Wallkill River National Wildlife Refuge ( Wallkill River National Wildlife Refuge Facebook page) Join a field trip to the Wallkill River Wildlife Refuge Pine Island, N.Y. The northern section of the Wallkill River Wildlife Refuge attracts several wintering species of raptors... Entertainment 30 Dec 2019 | 05:27
Joseph S. Krasniewicz Joseph S. Krasniewicz Joseph S. Krasniewicz of Warwick passed away peacefully on Wednesday, Dec. 4, 2019, surrounded by his loving family. He was... Home 05 Dec 2019 | 09:58
The Warwick Hope Chest Thrift Boutique, located in the Elementary School building on Schoolhouse Road on Pine Island, is opening its “Magical Christmas Shoppe” from Saturday, Nov. 2, through Thursday, Nov. 21, offering everything needed for the holidays. The sale of these new and gently used decorations, gifts and fun items, for the whole family at incredibly low prices will support The Clothing Closet which provides free clothing and home goods to families in need. For more information visit The Warwick Hope Chest’s Facebook page. ( Photo illustration) 'Magical Christmas Shoppe' opens in Pine Island Home 30 Oct 2019 | 01:21
Onion festival returns to Pine Island on Sept. 1 The annual Onion Festival returns to the Pavilion in Pine Island on Sunday, Sept. 1. Grammy-award winner Jimmy Sturr and... Home 20 Aug 2019 | 04:37
What a hoot: Campers met animals at the Wildlife Education Center. Connecting young people with the natural world After chance encounters at community events last year, it seemed kismet that the Hudson Highlands Nature Museum (HHNM) would... Home 09 Aug 2019 | 03:05
