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Trump tells New York appeals court to toss $454 million fraud judgment
Former President Donald Trump filed a brief on Monday calling on an appeals court to toss a judgment that forces him to pay roughly $454 million to the state of New York. Trump’s attorneys filed paperwork before New York’s Appellate Division on Monday, calling the judgment against him an “unauthorized, unprecedented power-grab” by state Attorney […]
Upstate New York May Be Home To Mobster’s $130 Million Hidden Treasure
The search for a mobster's $130 million hidden treasure continues in the Hudson Valley and Upstate New York. Legendary mobster Dutch Schultz may have buried a fortune somewhere in Upstate New York. Pine Plains Business Is Named After Dutch Schultz. In September 2020, Dutch's Spirits opened on Harvest Homestead Farm...
Driver inexperience leads to Mahopac crash
MAHOPAC- A 16 year old Mahopac youth who recently received his driver’s license caused a two vehicle crash last week that sent a Poughkeepsie resident to Danbury Hospital. Carmel Police and members of the Mahopac Fire Department were sent to Route 6 at Croton Falls Road Tuesday afternoon after calls were received by the Putnam 9-1-1 Center reporting a serious crash.
West Point Band Continues Music Under the Stars
WEST POINT – The West Point Band will continue its Music Under the Stars concert series with “From the Mountains to the Prairies” on Saturday, July 27 at 7:30 p.m. at West Point’s Trophy Point Amphitheater. Embark on a musical journey inspired by nature’s beauty, featuring music from Beethoven’s “Pastoral” Symphony as well as classics like “Shenandoah” and Alfred Reed’s “Hounds of Spring.” Join us as we celebrate the beauty and majesty of our country, from the towering peaks to the endless plains, in an unforgettable musical odyssey. This concert is free and open to all; for more information visit www.westpointband.com.
This Week – July 26, 2024
The Highland Falls Police Department, West Point Military Police and Town of Highlands Police will be out in full force during National Night Out in Highland Falls on Tuesday, Aug. 6. Page 1. Hannawalt officially receives ‘Building Inspector’ title. As of Monday evening, Fort Montgomery’s Philip Hannawalt is...
New sculpture unveiled on Bridge St.
Cornwall, NY – The Greater Cornwall Chamber of Commerce proudly unveiled a new sculpture at Bridge Street Park on Main Street yesterday, marking the beginning of the highly anticipated Upstate Art Weekend (UPAW). This year’s unveiling continues what started during HGTV’ filming in 2021 when Vivien Collens first loaned one of her original sculptures to the Bridge Street Park.
Harckham and Levenberg Announce $50K of Funding for Peekskill’s CHHOP in State Budget
New York State Senator Pete Harckham and Assemblymember Dana Levenberg announced today that they were able to secure $50,000 of funding in the FY2024-2025 State Budget for the nonprofit Caring for the Hungry and Homeless of Peekskill (CHHOP), which provides a number of important services to homeless residents, veterans and survivors of domestic violence in the community, as well as helping residents facing food insecurity through its food pantry.
You’ve got some more time to think!
The Highland Falls NY Forward ‘open call for projects’ has been extended to Friday, Aug. 9. There has been low interest in the program so far, Mayor Joe D’Onofrio said at the most recent Village Board meeting. The NY Forward program will provide $4.5 million in grants...
Insider deal bring free rent at Putnam County offices, Round 3 for Edgemont incorporation
Veterans of the U.S. armed services command a major presence in the hamlet of Carmel. There’s the Veterans Memorial building for the VFW and American Legion along Gleneida Avenue, which stands across the street from the county’s flag display to honor the vets. Next door, at the county-owned 34 Gleneida Ave. office building, the nonprofit United For The Troops, with deep ties to county Republicans, prepares care packages for troops overseas. ...
Be A Community Leader—Support The Health And Education Of Paramus and Bergen County Children At The 45th Annual Terry Roemer Paramus Run
Join Paramus leaders as they support The Terri Roemer Paramus Run co-sponsored by The Valley Hospital Auxiliary. Standing left to right: David Bohan, Vice President and Chief Development Officer, The Valley Hospital Foundation, Chef JP Stuart, co-owner LaBella Roma Ristorante & Pizzeria and presenting sponsor of the Lou Lanzalotto Memorial 5K Run at the Paramus Run, Paramus Mayor Chris DiPiazza, Michael Roemer, Race Director, The Paramus Run, Sandy Carapezza, Executive Director, Development, The Valley Hospital Foundation, Barbara Mills, Co-Chair, The Paramus Run and member, The Valley Hospital Auxiliary.
North Rockland's Katelyn Tuohy cuts times from Olympic Trials, first win since turning pro
When Katelyn Tuohy ran to a 12th-place finish in the final of the U.S. Olympic Trials women's 5,000-meter race last month, she expressed satisfaction. Her finishing time didn't approach her all-tme best. But qualifying earlier in the Trials for the final was in itself a victory after injuries had sidelined her from competition...
Pirates assign drafted catcher Derek Berg of Army to Florida Complex League
Army baseball coach Chris Tracz wishes Derek Berg well on his pickup by the Pittsburgh Pirates, but mainly he wants his catcher to stay out of the hospital. The only player on Army’s 40-man roster to require emergency room visits this season was Berg, spiked twice in a one-month span early this season. “There...
Pine Island Man Dies From Severe Burns While Battling Barn Fire
The incident occurred in Orange County around 11:30 a.m., Tuesday, July 23, in Pine Island on Amity Road. According to Warwick Police Chief John Rader, police officers, the Pine Island Fire Department, and EMS responded to a report of a structure fire. Rader said arriving officers found a fully involved...
Orange County Land Trust to obtain Warwick’s Gibraltar Rock
WARWICK- The Orange County Land Trust is set to obtain Warwick’s Gibraltar Rock, a 136-acre property, with the help of a $484,000 federal grant. The Gibraltar Rock property is rich in history. Due to the property’s rock formations, it was regarded by Native Americans as sacred ground. It also became a popular place for tourists, hikers, and locals alike who often visit the area to picnic or sightsee. For decades, residents have been pushing for the property to be preserved.
Putnam business leader, Ross Weale, dead at 85
LAKE WACCABUC- A former prominent Putnam County businessman has died. Ross Weale was 85 years old. The resident of Lake Waccabuc co-founded Country Bank in Carmel in 1985. He served as President of the Putnam County Economic Development Corp. while being involved in many community organizations including serving as Council President of the Putnam-Westchester Boy Scouts of America, a trustee of Northern Westchester Hospital Center in Mt. Kisco, Chairman of the New York State Small Business Advisory Board during the Gov. George Pataki Administration and Chairman of the Tompkins Mahopac Bank’s Business Development Board.
Above and beyond: Here are Minisink Valley's scholar athletes for 2023-24
The Orange County Interscholastic Athletic Association recently honored its top senior student-athletes for each high school. Minisink Valley High School selected Madison Boyce and Dylan Williams. Here are their profiles: ...
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