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Fatal Crash: 37-Year-Old Middletown Man ID'd As Victim In 3-Vehicle Pileup
Orange County resident Sher Singh, of Middletown, died around dd12:05 p.m., Thursday, July 11, during a three-vehicle crash with a tractor-trailer in Sullivan County on Route 155 in the town of Cochecton. According to Trooper Steven Nevel of the New York State Police, a preliminary investigation revealed that a 2024...
Hear the story of Mount Rushmore's chief carver from his grandson
Lou Del Bianco will be sharing about the legacy of his grandfather, Luigi Del Bianco, who was the chief carver of Mount Rushmore, at the Pike County Historical Society and Museum in Milford on Sunday, July 28. The program will be followed by a light supper, dessert and coffee. It...
Sabrina Ionescu leads short-handed Liberty to 82-74 win against Sun
NEW YORK — No Breanna Stewart or Betnijah Laney-Hamilton? No problem. The Connecticut Sun should’ve known they were in trouble after Sabrina Ionescu began the game with two made 25-footers in the first quarter. If Stephanie White’s squad didn’t get the message by then, Ionescu followed up with a 26-footer that turned into a four-point play after Sun guard Veronica Burton fouled the star while in the shooting motion.
State trooper fatally shoots Middletown man after chase in Sullivan County
THOMPSON, N.Y. — A state trooper shot and killed a Middletown man after he refused to stop and then struck the officer with his vehicle, causing minor injuries, state police said Tuesday, July 16. Albert Melendez, 32, was being chased by police on Rock Hill Drive in this Sullivan...
Wallkill Iraqi war veteran receives new HVAC system through Purple Heart Homes
HAMLET OF WALLKILL – U.S. Army veteran Victor Bailey was experiencing every homeowner’s worst nightmare – uneven heating, a temperamental water heater, and no air conditioning. However, the father of five couldn’t afford to upgrade the home he purchased three years ago. While searching the internet for...
Goshen School District Hit By Cyberattack
In Orange County, the Goshen Central School District announced on Thursday, July 11, that it was the subject of the ransomware incident. Superintendent of Schools Dr. Kurtis Kotes said the district notified law enforcement and is working with cyber security experts to determine the source of the attack and take the necessary steps to repair the problems as quickly as possible.
Law firm opens new office in Goshen
Romano Law PLLC recently announced the opening of its new office in Goshen, led by firm partner David Fish. The Goshen location will specialize in commercial litigation and employment matters and will provide legal services to businesses and professionals in the Hudson Valley region. Romano Law PLLC has offices in...
Orange County D.A. Issues Major Update on Interstate Narcotics Investigation
Back in February news broke regarding a large interstate drug investigation carried out by the Orange County Drug Task Force. Investigators and Task Force agents were focused on the sale of cocaine in and around the Town of Wallkill. Investigators had also worked for multiple months prior making their move towards the end of February.
Sister Mary Maude scores in New York Sire Stake at Monticello
Monticello, NY — While many of the upper echelon New York sired fillies were absent due to competing in the Delvin Miller Memorial over the weekend at The Meadowlands, Sister Mary Maude made short work of a short field Monday afternoon (July 15) in a New York Sire Stake event for 3-year-old trotting fillies at Monticello Raceway.
The Kiwanis Club of Middletown to host 3rd annual “Flags for Heroes” project
MIDDLETOWN- You can be a part of our community’s recognition of the heroes in all our lives – past and present. Your hero could have served or is serving in the military, be a policeman, fireman, health care worker, teacher, parent, grandparent, or anyone special in your life. As you can see, heroes come in many forms!
34th annual Riverfest set for July 28th in Narrowsburg
NARROWSBURG – There are many events called “Riverfest” across the country, but the Delaware Valley Arts Alliance (DVAA) has been hosting its vibrant street festival for 34 years. This year’s Riverfest will be held from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Sunday, July 28th on Main Street...
Chester’s Tracy Schuh to be honored by Orange County Land Trust
MOUNTAINVILLE – Two decades ago, Chester resident Tracy Schuh began attending town and planning board meetings after reading about a public hearing for a large housing project that she felt could impact private drinking water wells. Knowing these land-use issues often fly under the radar, she established The Preservation...
Higbie Races to Accord Win
ACCORD, NY – Cody Higbie drove his way to the front of the field at the Accord Speedway on Friday night. Higbie took the lead on lap 27 and never looked back to capture the win. Randy Green finished in second, with Travis Green in third. Hunter Lapp and Danny Tyler rounded out the top five.
Rookie Hudson Valley K9 Locates Strangling Suspect on First Day
A four-legged member of the Hudson Valley police force tracked down a potentially dangerous suspect on his first day on the job. Police work isn't easy. That's why officers in the Hudson Valley employ every tool possible to help keep the public safe. Technology like drones and radar are helping to give law enforcement the upper hand, but nothing compares to the talents of a trained K9 when it comes to apprehending a suspect on the run.
UVA football players help with Monticello Football Clinic
CHARLOTTESVILLE, Va. (WVIR) - Over 120 kids showed up Saturday morning at Monticello High School for the fifth annual Monticello Football Clinic. Monticello HS alum Malachi Fields was one of several UVA football players helping coach the kids, who ranged from five to 13 years old. “It’s a free football...
Janith Marchese
Janith Marchese, 85, beloved wife, mother, grandmother, friend, passed peacefully at Trinity Springs Memory Care on July 4, 2024 with family at her side. Born December 30, 1938 to the late John C. and Marie Braun in Ellenville, NY. Jan was raised and schooled in Ellenville, where in 9 grade she met and began dating the love of her life, Frank. They shared 71 years of extreme happiness.
Where Was This “Once Thriving” Bungalow Located in New York?
A once popular vacation spot in New York is looking pretty rough these days. Bungalow colonies were once a very popular thing in New York. At one time, many people would come from the city and enjoy a summer in the beautiful country side in New York. Like all good things that come to end times starting changing and less and less people started to come into the bungalow colonies.
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