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Federal funding earmarked for three area fire departments
WASHINGTON D.C. – Three area fire departments have been awarded federal funding under the FEMA Assistance to Firefighters Grant Program. The announcement was made by Senators Charles Schumer and Kirsten Gillibrand. The Arlington Fire District in the Town of Poughkeepsie will receive $219,018. Kripplebush Fire District in Stone Ridge...
LEGOLAND NY Resort: Where Everything Is Awesome
Ever since my son built his first LEGO® figure, he’s been hooked on creating cities and fantasy characters with those brightly colored bricks. So when we had the chance to visit LEGOLAND NY in Goshen, New York’s Hudson Valley, my kids were elated to head to 150 acres of pure block-building awesomeness at the LEGOLAND New York Resort. Once we got to Goshen, we found it was the stuff of their LEGO dreams, and even more—vivid colors, amazing builds, and high-energy rides awaited us for a memorable family getaway. And after a day filled with fun, we stayed overnight in the kingdom-themed room at the resort hotel in the park. For our little LEGO-obsessed builders, this was their nirvana (and we didn’t need to hop on a flight to CA or FL, sites of other LEGOLAND locations). Read on to learn more about our LEGO getaway and what to know if you plan to go. And for thrills and fun closer to home, check out our guide to amusement parks in NJ. (Photo Credit: LEGOLAND NY Resort)
Another Public Pool with Problems This Time its Monticello, New York
I am a homeowner in the Hudson Valley but I don't have a pool. Honestly, I feel like this is the summer to have a pool. The heat and humidity are making me wish I had invested in a pool just so I could have used it this past month.
OC students to get free admission to Storm King Art Center
Senator James Skoufis (D-42) recently announced that, thanks to a $50,000 grant, Storm King Art Center will allow all Orange County students up to 21 with valid ID free admission through 2024 and 2025. This includes admission to the grounds and access to public and family programming. Storm King Art Center is a 500-acre outdoor museum with large-scale sculptures set against the backdrop of Orange County’s landscape.
100th A.D. candidates take campaign to grassroots (VIDEO)
WURTSBORO – Street fairs can be great places for political hopefuls to meet and greet the constituency and the Founder’s Day Street Fair in Wurtsboro was no exception. At the event, both Republican and Democratic candidates took advantage of the crowds so that they could meet and greet constituents.
BOCES to participate in Summer Food Service Program
The U.S. Department of Agriculture kicks off its 2024 Summer Food Service Program this month to provide free meals to area kids. This week, Orange-Ulster BOCES announced its participation in the program. According to the USDA, the program was established to ensure that low-income children 18 and younger receive nutritious...
Joe Johnson Talks Science: Mammoths, Cave Paintings, and “Hot Jupiter”
Joe Johnson is a retired Port Jervis science teacher and Radio Catskill volunteer and he regularly brings us science stories that have caught his eye. This week Johnson discussed a woolly mammoth DNA discovery, ancient cave paintings, and a smelly planet with Jason Dole on Radio Chatskill. Image: Flying Puffin,...
First responders conduct search and rescue drill
LIBERTY – Several EMS and police agencies participated in a large-scale training exercise at Goldschein’s Homestead in the Town of Liberty on Monday. The drill was coordinated by Catskills Hatzalah and its search and rescue team. A number of police agencies participated including several specialized State Police units,...
Local Music Student to Appear on America's Got Talent on Tuesday
SPARTA, NJ – A local student performance on the “America’s Got Talent” stage will be aired on Tuesday, July 16 at 8 p.m. Mia Soleil Sanchez began the audition process for AGT in November with “numerous video submissions and in-person audition in New York City.” “After months of effort and a flight out to Los Angeles for the final audition in March, Mia’s moment to shine on national television has arrived,” Elisa Girlando Studio’s manager Paige Lucas said.CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE FREE TAPINTO.NET NEWSLETTER “It was an awesome experience. I was nervous at first, but...
Bands playing at benefits Saturday
There’s something for every type of music lover this week, from tunes at the farmers market to evening rock and blues performances. Jeiris Cook will bring his soulful selections to the Lafayette House, 75 Route 15, at 6 p.m. Krogh’s Restaurant & Brew Pub, 23 White Deer Plaza, Sparta,...
Edwin J. Decker Sr., 87
Edwin J. Decker Sr. passed away Tuesday, July 9, 2024, at Garnet Health Medical Center in Wallkill, NY. He was 87 years old. Son of the late Earl Decker and Christina Muir, he was born in Jersey City, New Jersey, on November 4, 1936. Edwin was a groundskeeper for the...
TriVersity to hold Paddle for Pride event
TriVersity will be organizing a “Paddle for Pride” event on the Upper Delaware River for LGBTQIA+ individuals and allies at the Kittatinny Canoes Matamoras Base (1147 Delaware Drive Matamoras) from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. on July 27. Spots are limited. Reserve your spot by calling Kittatinny Canoes...
Goshen High School Honor Roll winners
Goshen High school recently released its list of merit and honor roll students per grade for the final semester of the 2023-24 school year. Students by grade and honor can be found below. Grade 9 Merit Roll. Jair Aldave. Phoenix Andryshak. Larianna Bala. Alex Bonito. Argenis Brito. Amelia Brown. Henry...
Roger Johnson Sr.
Roger E. Johnson Sr. of Wantage passed away peacefully at his home on Monday, July 15, 2024. He was 76. Born on May 29, 1948, to the late Donald and Carolin (Kotnok) Johnson, Roger was a lifelong resident of Sussex. He worked as a heavy equipment operator for Hamburg Quarry...
Michael Easton
Michael Easton entered into eternal light peacefully on the morning of Saturday, July 13, 2024. He was 29. Born April 17, 1995, Michael lived in Barry Lakes all his life. Graduating from Vernon Township High School in 2013 and Lincoln Tech in 2018, Michael was a skilled mechanic, a passionate chef and a popular mixologist.
11-year-old Ellenville girl selling jewelry outside in the heat surprised by police with new bicycle
“It’s about showing the youth and being engaged with our youth and showing them that if you work hard and do it honestly and try to put your best foot forward good things happen.”
Lecture to dive into the Germond family murders of 1930
On Saturday, August 3, the Orange County Genealogical Society will host Dr. Vincent Cookingham, the author of “The Germond Family Murders: A Forensic Conclusion to a Cold Case,” which details the multiple murders of James (Husted) Germond, his wife Mabel, and their two children at their Dutchess County farm in November 1930.
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