Grammy-Award-winning artist Jimmy Sturr will headline the Florida Family Fun Fest on Aug. 9. ( Photo provided.) 18-Time Grammy winner Jimmy Sturr to headline the 26th Annual Florida Family Fun Fest The Florida Family Fun Fest Committee announced the return of local legend and 18-time Grammy Award-winner Jimmy Sturr and... Local News 17 Jul 2026 | 01:02
The finalists in the LaunchPad Entrepreneurial Business Academy at the final round on July 13. From left: Amir Anderson, Madison Fox, Natalie Buckridge, Justin Grimes and Joel Luongo. ( Photo provided.) Orange County Chamber of Commerce awards $5K to OC BOCES graduate for her ‘Portable Pretty’ business plan Natalie Buckridge, a recent graduate of Orange-Ulster BOCES’s cosmetology program, has won the final round of the Orange... Local News 15 Jul 2026 | 04:10
Crowd gathered at the July 13 Monroe Town Board meeting, which included a public hearing on the Seven Springs Road Realignment project. ( Photo by Erin Holton.) Town moves forward with Seven Springs Road realignment The town of Monroe is moving forward with its Seven Springs Road Realignment Project. The project is slated to cost approximately... Local News 15 Jul 2026 | 01:29
Young Life. Sacred Heart-St. Patrick’s Youth Group embraces adventure, service this summer Sacred Heart-St. Patrick’s Youth Group has been having an adventurous summer. On June 20, the group hiked up one side of... Local News 15 Jul 2026 | 09:34
Elizabeth Walraven earned the ALA 2026 PR Xchange Award for her promotional work on Monroe Free Library’s 1970s Disco Party. ( Photo provided.) Monroe Free Library marketing head honored by the American Library Association Monroe Free Library is proud to announce that Head of Marketing Elizabeth Walraven has received a 2026 PR Xchange Award from... Local News 13 Jul 2026 | 11:00
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. Saturday July, 18 Starting at 10:30 a.m., Jason Vega kicks off the day with his sounds at the Lakeside Farmers Market at Winstanley... Entertainment 13 Jul 2026 | 10:53
Orange County’s Youth Bureau is seeking applications for a state-funded grant program supporting youth team sports programs for underserved youth under the age of 18. ( Pixabay photo.) Orange County seeks proposals for youth team sports grants Orange County’s Youth Bureau is seeking applications for a state-funded grant program supporting youth team sports programs... Local News 10 Jul 2026 | 06:24
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 Creative Theatre - Muddy Water Players continues its 31st season with three weekend performances of Neil Simon’s hilarious... Entertainment 10 Jul 2026 | 02:28
#15, Kate Allen scored 15 touchdowns while recording 859 yards receiving this season. ( Photo by William Dimmit.) Three Crusaders flag football players named to Section 9 All-Star team Three Monroe-Woodbury High School girls flag football players were named to the Section 9 All-Star team on July 8. Junior,... Sports 10 Jul 2026 | 10:05
The Woodbury Historical Society invites the public to join them on Saturday, July 25, from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. for a dedication of a Dona Weyant Memorial Garden at the historic Rushmore Memorial Library Building. Woodbury Historical Society hosts summer garden party on Saturday, July 25 The Woodbury Historical Society invites the public to join them on Saturday, July 25, from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. for a dedication... Local News 13 Jul 2026 | 04:14
Possible ICE activity in the Monroe/South Blooming Grove area. Photos provided. Residents report possible ICE arrests in Monroe area Multiple residents reached out to Straus News and the Blooming Grove Town Supervisor’s office this morning to report possible... Local News 09 Jul 2026 | 12:38
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! Local News 08 Jul 2026 | 02:31
The Town of Monroe is extending its Dial-A-Ride services to the Town of Chester and the Village of South Blooming Grove. ( Stock photo.) Town of Monroe to provide Dial-a-Ride service to the Town of Chester and the Village of South Blooming Grove After terminating its Dial-a-Ride agreement with the Town of Woodbury following a financial dispute, the Town of Monroe is... Local News 08 Jul 2026 | 11:03
The Town of Woodbury will continue to provide animal control services to the Town of Monroe. ( Pixabay photo.) Town of Woodbury to continue providing animal services to the Town of Monroe Town Supervisor Jacqueline Hernandez announced the Town of Woodbury will continue to provide animal control services to the... Local News 08 Jul 2026 | 10:56
Letter from State Sen. James Skoufis to Monroe Supervisor Maureen Richardson. Despite differences, communications remain open between Skoufis and Richardson A week after State Sen. James Skoufis considered ending communications with Monroe Supervisor Maureen Richardson, whom he... Local News 08 Jul 2026 | 06:04
