One of the eagles on the Batle of Minisink Monument. ( Photo provided) Find our eagle, $500 reward It was 1932 and the country was in the throes of the Great Depression. In has been reported in subsequent years that on Halloween... Letters to the Editor 13 Jan 2025 | 02:50
Join Meals on Wheels of Warwick For 50 years, your neighbors have been helping other neighbors through the Warwick Meals on Wheels program. Over 100 volunteers... Letters to the Editor 13 Jan 2025 | 02:02
Chester Town Supervisor Holdridge’s 2024 recap I hope everyone had a great year in 2024! I had an amazing time representing you all as your town supervisor in Chester.... Letters to the Editor 07 Jan 2025 | 10:09
Battle of Minisink Monument restoration project Our donation total for 2024 was $18,384. We are so close to achieving our Phase 1 goal of $20,000! We are very grateful for... Letters to the Editor 06 Jan 2025 | 12:55
Will bears find a good winter den at your place? Every day an estimated 6,000 acres of open space are converted to other uses, according to the U.S. Forest Service. That’s... Letters to the Editor 30 Dec 2024 | 09:00
Dori Driscoll, right, a volunteer with Meals on Wheels of Greater Newburgh, presents a Christmas tabletop arrangement to client Anna Alessi, along with her noontime hot meal. The arrangements, distributed to clients on Dec. 11, were prepared and donated by the Garden Club of Orange & Dutchess Counties. For more information about Meals on Wheels of Greater Newburgh, call 845-562-3490 weekday mornings, or visit mealsonwheelsnewburgh.org. ( Photo provided) Christmas cheer and a hot meal Letters to the Editor 20 Dec 2024 | 02:39
Inflation refund Governor Hochul’s $3 billion proposed Inflation refund to taxpayers funded out of a surplus of excess tax revenue is nothing... Letters to the Editor 17 Dec 2024 | 12:54
Art therapy for all Although it has gotten little attention, the 2024 NYS legislature passed a bill that would allow hospitals, nursing homes... Letters to the Editor 17 Dec 2024 | 12:51
A Better Place does it again! The MW Rotary Club wishes to thank Annie and all the folks at A Better Place Bar and Grill in Central Valley for hosting another great Breakfast with Santa and Mrs. C. Delicious food, a cozy atmosphere, and abundant smiles made for a great day! ( Photo provided) MW Rotary Breakfast with Santa Letters to the Editor 17 Dec 2024 | 10:41
Pitcher plants. ( Photo provided) In the wild: Our carnivorous pitcher plants in ‘stick season’ Did you know that carnivorous plants lurk in our area? The “business end” of our region’s carnivorous “purple pitcher plant”... Letters to the Editor 10 Dec 2024 | 03:56
Auto mechanic story Excellent article by Mandy Coriston on “What’s driving mechanics away?” in your Nov. 29 to Dec. 5 issue. Although not a mechanic,... Letters to the Editor 10 Dec 2024 | 09:45
2025 budget recap PSA As you may be aware, the Chester Town Board has recently concluded its 2025 budget. We appreciate all the input and feedback... Letters to the Editor 03 Dec 2024 | 12:35
Minisink Monument restoration project fundraising update As of November 30, we have received $15,000 in donations! With continued community support we could achieve our Phase 1 goal... Letters to the Editor 02 Dec 2024 | 04:34
Giving thanks by giving back this Thanksgiving As we gather with loved ones this Thanksgiving, it’s essential to reflect on the true essence of the holiday: gratitude and... Letters to the Editor 25 Nov 2024 | 09:30
Thanksgiving 2024 It’s almost turkey day, and with the Thanksgiving holiday quickly approaching, preparations are well underway. Turkeys have... Letters to the Editor 20 Nov 2024 | 10:07
