Alex Prizgintas holds the Spring 2022 edition of the Hudson River Valley Review, a peer-reviewed journal published by the Hudson River Valley Institute of Marist College, where his work has been published. Making waves with amplified cello and a history of glass-making Alex Prizgintas, who will soon play several dates locally on amplified cello, said he was recently gratified to have his... Entertainment 30 May 2022 | 04:07
Fiddle Frenzy ( contributed photo) Fiddle Frenzy brings Suzuki to Texas swing training to Irish Fest Fiddle Frenzy is a performing group made up of students who study in the Folk and Fiddling program at the Blair Academy of... Entertainment 11 May 2022 | 08:51
Amber Vitoulis and the impressive sash of badges she’s collected along the years. (Photo provided) Don’t worry, they’ve got Thin Mints: Supply chain shortages hit the Girl Scouts It’s finally March, and you know that that means. No, I don’t mean March Madness or Saint Patrick’s Day. Ladies and gentlemen,... Local News 16 Mar 2022 | 11:51
Regional dancers on their toes at Orange County School of Dance Invitational Hudson Valley dancers gathered in Monroe for the Orange County School of Dance 7th Annual Dance Invitational on Sunday, in... Entertainment 08 Mar 2022 | 03:33
Ronit Mayerson will talk about managing children’s behavior on Feb. 24. How to train your anger: Managing behavior problems in children Special education expert Ronit Mayerson will appear in a Zoom presentation on February 24, 2022, 7:00-8:30 p.m., to explain... Local News 02 Feb 2022 | 06:44
Hoodoo medicine, acting, drawing, sipping and painting will be offered by OCAC The first Highlands Arts Alliance “Winter Arts Showcase” – a virtual exhibition hosted on our website – will begin February... Local News 31 Jan 2022 | 06:14
To save nursing home residents, a call for immediate arms About a decade ago, Orange County sought to sell Valley View, our publicly owned and operated nursing home. Representing... Letters to the Editor 23 Jan 2022 | 10:18
New Year’s message As a new year begins, I want to take a moment to wish everyone a happy and healthy 2022 as well as share a ‘year in review’... Letters to the Editor 30 Dec 2021 | 01:35
The good folks at I LOVE NY say vibrant peak foliage will be arriving at its final destinations in the Hudson Valley this weekend, according to reports compiled by volunteer field observers for Empire State Development’s I LOVE NY program. I LOVE NY defines “peak” as the best overall appearance the foliage will have during the season, considering color transition, brilliance and leaf droppage. Foliage change has been uneven this season and travelers may find that some areas classified as peak and near-peak contain an abundance of green leaves. Photo by Bob Quinn. Peak foliage. Final appearances this weekend Local News 17 Nov 2021 | 10:55
Considering a run for a local election? Do your values accord with social & environmental justice, nonviolence and grassroots democracy? These are the core values... Letters to the Editor 10 Nov 2021 | 01:29
Air quality. State denies permits for power plants in NYC, Hudson Valley State environmental officials have denied required air permits for natural gas power plants in New York City and along the... Police & Fire 03 Nov 2021 | 08:59
Mid-term elections. Assemblyman Colin Schmitt named GOP Candidate to Watch in 2022 Congressional election The National Republican Congressional Committee (NRCC) has named New York State Assemblyman Colin J. Schmitt a candidate... Local News 13 Oct 2021 | 01:35
Orange County will receive at least $4.4 million and as much as $7.6 million in proceeds from lawsuits filed against drug manufacturers and distributors responsible for the ravages of opioid addiction, New York Attorney General Letitia James announced on Oct. 5. Photo illustration by Kevin Bidwell from Pexels. ‘These funds will not bring back loved ones lost’ Orange County will receive at least $4.4 million and as much as $7.6 million in proceeds from lawsuits filed against drug... Local News 05 Oct 2021 | 07:25
The Orange County School of Dance is celebrating its 30th anniversary. The school has announced its Little Feet Dance Company for the 2021-2022 year. The dancers perform throughout the Hudson Valley at festivals, dance invitationals and other community events. This year’s company includes Breeanna Alexander, Macy Benza, Kellie Cleary, Emily Corona, Katie Cox, Jade Duffy, Ruby Duffy, Emily Frias, Izzy Grisaitis, Emily Hashim, Avlinn Jaskowski, Audrina Liggio, Samantha Marsico, Alexandra McConnell, Evie Morris, Sasha Newman, Lia Pisello, Avelina Plazza, Brooklyn Podesta, Valerie Taveras, Jenna Wagner and Clara Wittrock. Photo provided by Joanna Markowitz. Monroe. The Orange County School of Dance celebrates 30 years Entertainment 20 Sep 2021 | 02:26
The 2019 Clothesline Project at the Orange County Government Center in Goshen in pre-COVID-19 times. Photo provided by Orange County Executive’s Office. Orange County to host Clothesline Project in recognition of Domestic Violence Awareness Month Orange County and Fearless! Hudson Valley, Inc. will recognize Domestic Violence Awareness Month (DVAM) by hosting the Clothesline... Local News 19 Sep 2021 | 04:50
