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Before we began the song service, Frank Sims (Christian Flag) and Malcolm Durr (American Flag) walked in holding the flags. The church members said the Pledge of Allegiance to each of the flags.Old Bethel members sang happy birthday to Taran Smith Jr., Caleb Trichel and James Strickland Sunday. We also sang happy anniversary to John and Linda Bynog. It was their 40th anniversary.Bro. Wayne Salley…
Sussex County History Today: Forts along the Delaware
This past weekend we went to Port Jervis, N.Y., for an open house at Fort Decker. Port Jervis is immediately over the border from Sussex County, and the fort is in town near the Delaware River. As Sussex County residents, this is a nice trip over the highest point in...
Linda J. Helms
Linda J. Helms, a retired Supervisor of Alfred House in Walden, NY for the New York State OPWDD, passed away on Wednesday, July 3, 2024, at her home in Bloomingburg after a long illness. She was 79. The daughter of the late James A. Smith and Hazel Ruth Carroll Smith,...
Kathleen Smith
Kathleen Smith, 80, of Modena, NY passed away on July 2, 2024, at her home in Modena. Kathleen was born May 1, 1944, in Poughkeepsie, NY. She is the daughter of the late Lester and Bell (Denton) Wager. She married Larre Smith on May 17th, 1969. She is survived by...
3rd Grade School Supply List 2024-25
We are looking forward to having you in our third grade classes!. Small, Soft Pencil Case (please, no boxes) Inexpensive Small Earbuds/Headphones-in Ziploc bag, labeled with name (must be small enough to fit inside a student desk) Highlighters. Pack of Thin Dry Erase Markers. Non-spill water bottle. Loose Leaf Paper...
Girl Injured After Jumping Out Of School Bus In Hudson Valley
A teenage girl was severely injured after jumping out of the back door of an Omni bus following a flat tire.The incident occurred in Orange County around 7:15 p.m., Wednesday, July 3, on I-84 in Middletown.According to Trooper Steven Nevel with the New York State Police, a yellow Omni bus carrying …
Would you support a Honesdale-Hawley Route 6 shuttle service? A survey is available.
How much would you support a shuttle system on the Route 6 corridor through Wayne County, specifically the 9 miles from Honesdale to Hawley? The Wayne Tomorrow! Transportation Task Force, a partnership coordinated by the county, invites public input for a survey on a potential new service. Other than the daily Shortline bus, which has service between Main Street, Honesdale, and New York City with stops in Wayne County at the Route 6 Mall, White Mills and...
Concerns Mount as President Seeks to Make Case for Staying in White House Race
An area constitutional lawyer is concerned about the upcoming presidential race, following the president’s interview on ABC Friday night. Joe Biden’s sit-down with George Stephanopoulos was meant to correct the course after his disastrous performance during the debate with former President Donald Trump the week before. Goshen-based attorney Michael Sussman was a guest on “Tough Times with Lou Young” on Saturday, and says Biden has already had a long and successful career…
Two women rescued from Delaware River
SPARROWBUSH – Hundreds of outdoor enthusiasts have been taking to the waterways of the tri-state community during recent warm weather days and weeks. Rafts, kayaks, tubes, and other floats are used routinely, year-after-year, in recreational travels down the Delaware and Neversink Rivers. Officials encourage this summer fun but warn all to wear life jackets and be aware and cautious of hidden dangers.
Owners of Rescued Monticello, New York Dog Make Heartbreaking Announcement
Zola the dog was the talk of the town around this time last year. She was saved and given a second chance at life thanks to the caring animal community in Sullivan County, New York. Unfortunately, those closest to Zola had to make an extremely heartbreaking decision about Zola's future.
District Attorney Hoovler Announces Guilty Pleas in Wallkill Narcotics Case
Middletown Man and Montague, New Jersey Man Pled Guilty to Criminal Sale of a Controlled Substance in the Second Degree. Orange County District Attorney David M. Hoovler announced that Ronald Lempka, 23, of Middletown, and Keanu Alicea, 29, of Montague, New Jersey pled guilty in Orange County Court to Criminal Sale of a Controlled Substance in the Second Degree. Under the plea agreements announced on the record at the time that defendants pled guilty, the People will recommend sentences of nine (9) years in prison to be followed by five (5) years of post-release supervision when they are scheduled to be sentenced on September 18, 2024. The Court agreed to cap the defendants’ sentences at seven (7) years in prison. It is expected that the defendants will also forfeit proceeds or instrumentalities of their crimes as part of the disposition.
Hudson Valley Teens Charged with Felonies After in New Windsor Arrest
Three Hudson Valley teenagers have found themselves in hot water following an event that transpired early this week. The incident in question took place on Monday night July 1, 2024 just after 8pm. From Traffic Stop to Felony Charges. According to the press release from the New Windsor Police Department,...
Annual Independence Day Parade in Wayne County
HAWLEY, Pa. — Main Avenue in downtown Hawley was a sea of red, white, and blue for the annual Independence Day Parade. Hundreds of people came out to salute the stars and stripes. "It's fun, family, happy birthday to the US," said Shannon Malys of Hawley. "It's the 4th...
Investigation into burglaries underway in Orange County
TOWN OF WALLKILL – The Town of Wallkill Police Detective Bureau is investigating a series of burglaries in the Schutt Road area. Police did not say when they occurred and if they were residential or commercial. If anyone has any information regarding those incidents, they are asked to contact...
Bethel Woods Adds New ‘Delicious’ Feature For 2024 Concert Season
If Bethel Woods fans had to answer a question of what is missing from this groovy site, it might be hard for them to think of anything. Bethel Woods Center for the Arts is the home to the Woodstock Music Festival which took place on August 15, 1969. This three-day music festival brought in around 500,000 people to these peaceful grounds.
Catholic Charities to host free immigration legal clinic in Monticello
MONTICELLO- Catholic Charities of the Archdiocese of New York, in partnership with Catholic Charities of Orange, Sullivan & Ulster, will be hosting a FREE community Immigration Information Session and Legal Clinic at St. Peter’s Church in Monticello, Sullivan County, on Saturday, July 27. There is no charge to attend, but appointments are required.
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