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Microsoft tech outage impacts mid-Hudson Valley services Friday: Here's the latest
County offices and services in the mid-Hudson Valley have been impacted by the Crowdstrike global technology outage, which has impacted airlines, banks, media companies, healthcare, telecom firms and public transit. Crowdstrike, a U.S. firm that advertises being used by more than half of Fortune 500 companies, has attributed the outage on Friday morning to a faulty system update that impacted Microsoft's Windows Operating System, and claims it is not related to a cyberattack or security issue. ...
Get Ready for the 2024 Orange County Fair: New Attractions, Thrilling Rides, and Spectacular Fireworks!
The Orange County Fair, a beloved institution in the Hudson Valley, returns this year from July 18 to July 28. For over a century, it has provided families with a delightful mix of entertainment, rides, music, and mouthwatering food. Since its establishment in 1897, the fairgrounds in Wallkill, NY, have been the permanent home of this annual event, and this year promises to be one of the best yet.
Town celebrates multiple grant wins
The New York State Bridge New York funding program awarded a $1.1 million grant to the town of Monroe for improvements to the culvert on East Mombasha Road. The news was shared during the July 15 Monroe Town Board meeting, where Supervisor Tony Cardone noted that the town received an additional $50,000 grant through Assemblyman Karl Brabenec (R-98).
2024 Orange County Fair Guide: Enter To Win Tickets
The Orange County Fair in Middletown, NY, has long been a cherished tradition, blending the nostalgia of county fairs with the vibrant community spirit in Orange County. The 2024 Orange County Fair marks the 184th fair and runs from July 18th through July 28th at the Orange County Fairgrounds in Middletown, New York.
Orange County to Purchase Maple Avenue Building
CHESTER – On Monday, July 9, Orange County Executive Steve Neuhaus officially signed the resolution, entering into an agreement to purchase the Maple Avenue Building located in the Village of Chester. The future of the building has been under consideration for some time, including a failed referendum in 2019 until on July 2nd, the Orange County Legislature moved the process of acquiring ownership along with a unanimous vote.
Orange County Fair open in Middletown: This year's new attractions, ticket prices
MIDDLETOWN - The Orange County Fair opened Thursday for its 184th annual edition, and it will continue every day through July 28. The fair, at 239 Wisner Ave. in Middletown, is open weekdays from 4-11 p.m. and from 1-11 p.m. Saturday-Sunday. Among the featured attractions is the Anastasini Circus, with...
District Attorney Hoovler Announces Jury Trial Conviction in Maybrook Gun Case
Rudolph Davis Convicted of Criminal Possession of a Weapon in the Second Degree. Represents 40th Felony Gun Possession Conviction in Orange County in the Last Year. Orange County District Attorney David M. Hoovler announced that on Friday, July 12, 2024, Rudolph Davis, age 31, of Newburgh, was convicted after a jury trial in the Orange County Court of Criminal Possession of a Weapon in the Second Degree, the sole charge against him. Davis faces up to fifteen (15) years in prison when he is scheduled to be sentenced on October 17, 2024. Davis was remanded back to the Orange County Jail without bail following the jury’s verdict.
Local shows off community decluttering program aimed at giving away items: 'It's nice to get and give free stuff'
One resident in Warwick, New York, posted photos of their community's recent swap event where members could give away and pick up gently used items for free. The Redditor shared the pictures from the event in the r/ZeroWaste subreddit with the caption, "Too Good to Toss donation day." At this annual event, members of the community can drop off items they no longer need and then return the next day to pick out anything they could use — and it's all free.
Feds moving Newburgh Social Security Office to Town of Wallkill
TOWN OF WALLKILL – If you are planning to conduct business at the Social Security Administration Office in the City of Newburgh – surprise. It’s closed. It was shut down on Thursday afternoon and will be moved to 85 Crystal Run Road in the Town of Wallkill.
Is Newburgh Home to One of The Oldest Trees in the Country?
Officials say the large tree played a big historical role in the development of Newburgh, New York. There's a ton of history in Newburgh, New York. There's a lot to learn there and you never know what information you're going to find out. I just learned that Newburgh has something pretty cool and it's VERY, VERY OLD.
Pattern for Progress Study: Hudson Valley housing “Out of Reach” for residents
NEWBURGH – A new study released by Hudson Valley Pattern for Progress found that housing costs continue to surge throughout the Hudson Valley as wages remain stagnant, putting an increased financial strain on struggling residents. Pattern examined data from Columbia, Dutchess, Greene, Orange, Putnam, Rockland, Sullivan, Ulster, and Westchester...
Dogs abandoned in Putnam Valley
PUTNAM VALLEY – Putnam County SPCA officials are investigating the abandonment of three dogs found in the early morning hours this week along Sunken Mine Road, a private, unpaved road in the vicinity of Oscawana Heights in Putnam Valley. SPCA Chief Ken Ross said the female dogs appear to...
Warwick DPW honored for tool design
The Village of Warwick Department of Public Works earned second place in the New York State LTAP Center — Cornell Local Roads Program 2024 Build A Better Mousetrap Competition for its development of “The Fin-isher,” an innovative tool that allows for efficient and effective replacement of a broken curve box rod with minimal soil disturbance. The contraption, which replaces the need for digging large holes with an excavator by using a vac truck to create a smaller, more precise hole, also impressed other DPW supervisors, who honored the entry with first place in the People’s Choice Award.
Residents, Florida mayor, object to campground proposal
Amid a large crowd that often clapped and cheered, the Warwick Town Planning Board, at their July 17 meeting, heard from residents who overwhelmingly objected to the proposed Serenity Ridge Campground at the former Black Bear Campground on Wheeler Road just outside the village of Florida. Before opening the continuation...
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