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Governor Hochul Unveils 21 Ambitious Projects to Transform the Mid-Hudson Region
Governor Kathy Hochul has revealed a bold initiative comprising 21 transformative projects aimed at revitalizing the Mid-Hudson region. These projects, spanning both the Downtown Revitalization Initiative (DRI) and NY Forward programs, are set to breathe new life into areas including Port Jervis, Sleepy Hollow, Cornwall, and Cornwall-on-Hudson. With a focus...
NY awards $10 million for Port Jervis projects: What's planned
Nine economic development projects in Port Jervis will receive state funds for ongoing redevelopment through New York’s Downtown Revitalization Initiative. “Generations of New Yorkers have experienced the historic and vibrant Mid-Hudson downtowns, and we are taking steps to safeguard their future,” New York Gov. Kathy Hochul said in a statement. “These major investments will drive economic revitalization for businesses and local communities and create a place where families can thrive."
Monticello mayor hopes to balance budget
MONTICELLO – It’s budget time in the Village of Monticello which has been financially strapped for years. The village board has approved exceeding the state’s two percent property tax levy increase, which is required in case local officials think they may have to do that. Mayor Rochelle...
One dead in car crash off Rt. 17 in Wurtsboro
WURTSBORO – One person is was killed in a single vehicle crash off eastbound Route 17 in the area of exit 112 in the Town of Mamakating. The accident occurred before noon on Friday when the vehicle ran off the road and into a heavily wooded area, authorities said.
Orange and Rockland celebrates World Bee Day with Goshen Public Library
GOSHEN – Orange and Rockland Utilities (O&R), in cooperation with Goshen Public Library and Historical Society, recently celebrated World Bee Day by providing a program showcasing the importance of pollinators and native plant diversity in maintaining ecological balance to the community. The World Bee Day celebration marked the grand...
June is Pride Month in Sullivan County (VIDEO)
MONTICELLO – The Sullivan County Legislature has proclaimed June as Pride Month and will display the Progress Pride Flag at the Government Center in Monticello. Legislature Chairwoman Nadia Rajsz read the proclamation. “The Legislature of the County of Sullivan does hereby proclaim June 2024 as Pride Month in Sullivan...
Softball Game Recap: Port Jervis Comes Up Short
It was a good run, but Port Jervis unfortunately witnessed the end of their seven-game winning streak on Wednesday. They fell 5-0 to the Marlboro Central Dukes. While getting shut out isn't ideal, Port Jervis has not been shut out since back in March. For Marlboro Central's part, not much...
Port Jervis faces unenviable challenge of drug trafficking
PORT JERVIS – The City of Port Jervis is literally at the point where northern New Jersey, northeastern Pennsylvania, and New York meet. And that has been causing a problem with the trafficking of large volumes of heroin and cocaine. Port Jervis Police Chief William Worden says law enforcement...
Alleged arsonist, 26, set NY state trooper’s childhood home on fire over traffic tickets
A New York man was arrested and charged with arson this week for allegedly setting the childhood home of a state trooper on fire — all because of some traffic tickets. Tyler Williams, 26, was booked into Orange County Jail Wednesday after he allegedly lit up the Warwick house belonging to the father of the state trooper in an act of vengeance, Orange County District Attorney David Hoovler said. Williams was pulled over by the unnamed trooper in Middletown on the evening of Dec. 20 and issued multiple tickets. Early the next morning, the home where the officer grew up...
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