Washingtonville
GOVERNMENT
Hudson Valley Highway Name Raises Eyebrows, Causes Chuckles
A state route running through the Hudson Valley is gaining international attention for its humorous name. Anyone driving around the Hudson Valley has probably noticed some peculiar street names. There's Sodom Road in Brewster, Butts Hollow Road in Dover Plains, Joe's Mother's Road in Hopewell, Hooker Avenue in Poughkeepsie and Boodle Hole Road in Accord.
N.Y. Thruway: Massive $18.4M repaving project is underway
A massive pavement improvement project on the New York State Thruway has begun in Rockland County, Gov. Kathy Hochul announced on Monday. The resurfacing will focus on a nearly five-mile stretch of the thruway between exit 14A and 15 in the town of Ramapo. If you purchase a product or...
New Hackensack Fire District celebrates 75 years of service (VIDEO & GALLERY)
TOWN OF WAPPINGER – The New Hackensack Fire District and Fire Company were formed on March 3, 1949. Ten years later, Bernie Roe joined the fire company and is still responding to calls 65 years later. As a tribute to his dedicated service, Roe led his company down Myers Corners Road as Saturday’s Grand Marshal of the 75th Anniversary Parade. He was followed by more than 20 other fire departments and marching bands heading to the New Hackensack headquarters for a celebration, carnival, and fireworks display.
Republican Primary debate for 100th Assembly district (VIDEO)
LIBERTY- The Republican candidates for the 100th Assembly district faced off in an hour-long debate to discuss who would be better suited to take on Democrat Paula Kay this November in an attempt to flip the seat from blue-to-red. The 100th Assembly district, which includes portions of Sullivan County as well as the Town of Wallkill and City of Middletown in Orange County, has been represented for more than two decades by Democrat Assemblywoman Aileen Gunther of Forestburgh.
Two Sullivan County Legislators join fight to keep Exit 114 on Route 17 open
WURTSBORO – The calls to keep Exit 114 on Route 17 in Wurtsboro open continue to grow louder. Republican Sullivan County Legislators Terry Bernardo and Nicholas Salomone Jr. have written a letter to the State Department of Transportation (DOT) requesting that the exit remains open. Concerns over the possible closure of Exit 114 have grown as the DOT gets closer to finalizing its plans for bringing Route 17 in line with federal standards to make it an interstate highway.
The Water Level Route
WOODBURY-Following its completion in 1889, the Poughkeepsie Railway Bridge was a crucial link between New England and the United States’ elaborate railroad network. It continued as such for over eighty years until its fiery demise in 1974, but prior to trains traveling by rail, a vastly different method of transportation was used to cross the Hudson River.
Newburgh school board proposes reduced budget ahead of revote
NEWBURGH- After its initial budget was defeated by just 95 votes on May 21st, the Newburgh Enlarged City School District Board of Education worked with district administration to craft a revised budget proposal that will be considered by voters on June 18th. Newburgh’s school budget was the only Orange County school budget to fail this year.
Middletown Common Council seeks resignation of Legislator Joel Sierra
MIDDLETOWN – The City of Middletown Common Council has filed a resolution demanding that Orange County Legislator Joel Sierra resign. The resolution was sent to Katie Bonelli, Chairwoman of the Orange County Legislature, asking the Legislature “to consider all measures at their disposal to remedy the situation.”. Sierra,...
Newburgh City Council launches free public art works program “Arts in the Park!”
NEWBURGH- The Newburgh City Council today announces the creation and launch of its Public Art Works Program, with “Arts in the Park!” – a free, weekly Summer series produced by Chapman Steamer Arts and hosted in Downing Park. The Newburgh City Council provided $5,000 to ensure this arts series is free and open to the public.
Putnam 'Youth Business Market' Set for Sunday, June 9
BREWSTER, N.Y. — The county will host the inaugural Putnam County Youth Business Market on Sunday, June 9, from noon to 4 p.m. at Tilly Foster Farm (100 Route 312, Brewster). This event seeks to empower the younger generation with business acumen and entrepreneurial spirit. All are welcome and encouraged to shop at the Market, which will feature more than just traditional lemonade stands, offering a diverse array of youth-run businesses showcasing their creativity and skills.CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE FREE TAPINTO.NET NEWSLETTER The Youth Business Market is designed for young entrepreneurs aged 5 to 17, providing them...
Welcome to NewsBreak, an open platform where diverse perspectives converge. Most of our content comes from established publications and journalists, as well as from our extensive network of tens of thousands of creators who contribute to our platform. We empower individuals to share insightful viewpoints through short posts and comments. It’s essential to note our commitment to transparency: our Terms of Use acknowledge that our services may not always be error-free, and our Community Standards emphasize our discretion in enforcing policies. We strive to foster a dynamic environment for free expression and robust discourse through safety guardrails of human and AI moderation. Join us in shaping the news narrative together.