Thankful for the ‘swift response to a domestic incident’ on Snoop Street earlier this month Dear residents and community members, We would like to take this opportunity to thank our local law enforcement agencies... Letters to the Editor 22 Mar 2025 | 07:35
Oak trees. ( Photo by Lisa Reider) Monroe tree law public hearing to remain open until March 24 The Monroe Town Board continued its review of the proposed local law regarding tree preservation at the March 3 meeting.... Local News 04 Mar 2025 | 03:49
Monroe Town Hall. ( Photo by Daniel Case, Wikimedia Commons) Public comments open for Larkin Drive project, tree law Councilwoman Maureen Richardson, during the January 21 Monroe Town Board meeting, questioned the approval of a mileage voucher... Local News 27 Jan 2025 | 08:10
Monroe Town Hall. ( Photo by Daniel Case, Wikimedia Commons) Travel expenses, revenue, and fee collection debates kick off 2025 During the January 2 meeting, the Monroe Town Board debated whether elected town officials should be reimbursed for local... Local News 07 Jan 2025 | 12:00
Tree preservation amendments to be finalized in new year The town of Monroe is optimistic about its ability to adopt a new local law amending tree preservation regulations early... Local News 04 Dec 2024 | 12:00
Monroe Town Hall. ( Photo by Daniel Case) Town passes budget with 10.73% tax increase The town of Monroe passed its 2025 preliminary budget, despite the objections of two council members, during the November... Local News 20 Nov 2024 | 12:10
Monroe Town Hall. ( Photo by Daniel Case) Monroe board debates revenue streams, code enforcement The Monroe Town Board continued its review of its 2025 preliminary budget, leading to heated debates about how it is managed... Local News 13 Nov 2024 | 12:20
The proposed territory for the village of Seven Springs would have fallen in the area between Kiryas Joel and the towns of Monroe and Blooming Grove. ( Image by Google Maps) County Supreme Court upholds Monroe’s rejection of Seven Springs petition The Orange County Supreme Court dismissed the lawsuit brought by the Village of Seven Springs petitioners, determining that... Local News 30 Oct 2024 | 02:00
Councilmembers debate budget line items The Monroe Town Board continued its review of the preliminary budget for 2025, during its October 21 meeting. Ahead of the... Local News 25 Oct 2024 | 12:10
Monroe Town Hall. ( Photo by Daniel Case) Budget concerns, HR issues lead the Oct. 7 town board meeting The town of Monroe approved a 12-month subscription with GOGov for a branded mobile app that would inform citizens of town-related... Local News 11 Oct 2024 | 10:41
L-R: Monroe Town Supervisor Tony Cardone, Monroe Councilwoman Dorey Houle, Monroe resident Tom Carton, Orange County Legislator Peter Tuohy and of Wallkill Town Public Works Commissioner/Highway Superintendent Lou Ingrassia. ( Photo provided) Local leaders attend monument unveiling On Sept. 27, the Orange County Veterans Service Agency recently honored the 40 Orange County residents who lost their lives... Local News 07 Oct 2024 | 10:47
Airplane Park. ( Photo courtesy of the village of Monroe) Airplane Park odors blamed on neighboring municipalities Orange County Legislator Peter Tuohy emphasized the importance of tourism in Orange County, informing the board that visitor... Local News 18 Sep 2024 | 12:23
Museum Village. Town weighs options for saving Museum Village The town of Monroe is looking for ways to best help Museum Village stay open, considering the long-time educational center’s... Local News 06 Sep 2024 | 12:04
Supervisor Cardone’s disrespect is the real cost to taxpayers As a councilwoman for the Town of Monroe, I find it inconceivable that Supervisor Cardone would go to the Village of Monroe... Letters to the Editor 29 Aug 2024 | 02:03
Supervisor update It’s a wrap on the unofficial end to summer as we prepare to welcome September, the beginning of a new school year and all... Letters to the Editor 28 Aug 2024 | 10:20
School budget results: Monroe-Woodbury