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Elizabeth Walraven earned the ALA 2026 PR Xchange Award for her promotional work on Monroe Free Library’s 1970s Disco Party.

Elizabeth Walraven earned the ALA 2026 PR Xchange Award for her promotional work on Monroe Free Library’s 1970s Disco Party. ( Photo provided.)

News. Elizabeth Walraven earns 2026 PR Xchange Award for her promotional work on the library’s 1970s Disco Party.

Monroe Free Library marketing head honored by the American Library Association

13 Jul 2026 | 11:00

Monroe Free Library is proud to announce that Head of Marketing Elizabeth Walraven has received a 2026 PR Xchange Award from the American Library Association for her promotional work on the library’s 1970s Disco Party, part of its “Decades” series.

The PR Xchange Awards recognize outstanding library marketing...

On Friday, July 24,<b> </b>Chris Reali shares a blend of his original tunes and tasty covers at All One One All Farm.

On Friday, July 24, Chris Reali shares a blend of his original tunes and tasty covers at All One One All Farm. ( Photo provided.)

Music for the Week: Enjoy country, classic rock and more.

13 Jul 2026 | 10:53

Saturday July, 18

Starting at 10:30 a.m., Jason Vega kicks off the day with his sounds at the Lakeside...

From Left to right: “Rumors” performers Peter Serritello, Jessica Markman, Kayla Collins, and Trevor Allen.

From Left to right: “Rumors” performers Peter Serritello, Jessica Markman, Kayla Collins, and Trevor Allen. ( Photo provided.)

Playhouse’s ‘Rumors’ are true – The laughs can kill you

10 Jul 2026 | 02:28

Creative Theatre - Muddy Water Players continues its 31st season with three weekend performances of Neil...

Possible ICE activity in the Monroe/South Blooming Grove area. Photos provided.

Possible ICE activity in the Monroe/South Blooming Grove area. Photos provided.

Residents report possible ICE arrests in Monroe area

09 Jul 2026 | 12:38

Multiple residents reached out to Straus News and the Blooming Grove Town Supervisor’s office this morning...

Cornell Cooperative Extension Orange County will host its first 4-H Farm and Family Fair beginning July 24

Cornell Cooperative Extension Orange County will host its first 4-H Farm and Family Fair beginning July 24 ( Photo provided.)

4-H Farm and Family Fair coming soon

09 Jul 2026 | 12:07

Cornell Cooperative Extension (CCE) Orange County will host its first 4-H Farm and Family Fair on July...

Alani Nus and Red Bulls for sale at a youth soccer tournament where 9-year-olds were competing. Photo: Becca Tucker

Alani Nus and Red Bulls for sale at a youth soccer tournament where 9-year-olds were competing. Photo: Becca Tucker

Schools on ‘high alert’ as energy drinks trigger health scares

09 Jul 2026 | 10:31

They’re landing kids in the nurse’s office and the emergency room, but super-caffeinated energy drinks...

The Annual Monroe Fireworks took place on July 3, 2026, despite ominous clouds, thunder, and lighting. The sky opened for a beautiful sunset before setting spectacularly prior to blastoff. Photos by Sammie Finch

The Annual Monroe Fireworks took place on July 3, 2026, despite ominous clouds, thunder, and lighting. The sky opened for a beautiful sunset before setting spectacularly prior to blastoff. Photos by Sammie Finch ( Sammie Finch Photography)

In with a bang, Out with a Boom!

08 Jul 2026 | 02:31

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