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Cornell Cooperative Extension will lead several gardening programs this fall.

Cornell Cooperative Extension will lead several gardening programs this fall. ( Pixabay photo.)

Community. Master Gardeners to lead workshops and gardening lectures throughout October and November.

Cornell Cooperative Extension announces fall gardening programs

27 Sep 2026 | 10:35

Cornell Cooperative Extension (CCE) Orange County is hosting several workshops and gardening lectures this fall in Otisville and Middletown. Lead by CCE’s Master Gardeners, programs include learning how to use natural plant dyes, landscape design, creating an autumn wreath and more.

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Chester resident Dayanara García with her debut book, “Faced With Vitiligo: An Anthology of Spoken Word Poetry.”

Chester resident Dayanara García with her debut book, “Faced With Vitiligo: An Anthology of Spoken Word Poetry.” ( Photo by Kimberly Standish Photography )

Chester resident publishes poetry collection

24 Sep 2026 | 11:31

Chester resident, educator, and Dominican-American author Dayanara García is proud to share the release...

Chester Deputy Mayor Elizabeth Reilly, pictured with Chester Mayor John Bell was recognized by the NY Conference of Mayors.

Chester Deputy Mayor Elizabeth Reilly, pictured with Chester Mayor John Bell was recognized by the NY Conference of Mayors. ( Photo provided.)

New York Conference of Mayors recognizes Elizabeth Reilly

23 Sep 2026 | 01:44

The New York Conference of Mayors has recognized Chester Deputy Mayor Elizabeth Reilly for 50 years of...

EJ Szulwach was one of three Chester residents honored at a tree dedication ceremony on Sept. 21

EJ Szulwach was one of three Chester residents honored at a tree dedication ceremony on Sept. 21 ( Photo by Dylan Skriloff)

Chester honors three residents with tree dedication ceremony

23 Sep 2026 | 08:46

A tree dedication ceremony for three Chester residents who have been involved in civic activities was...

Library Roundup

Library Roundup

20 Sep 2026 | 02:45

The library recently hosted GoCon 2026, a celebration of pop culture throughout the Goshen Public Library...

A screenshot from a recent Vernon Town Council meeting available on YouTube.

A screenshot from a recent Vernon Town Council meeting available on YouTube.

Does your local government livestream and record its meetings?

17 Sep 2026 | 12:52

In the age of the internet and social media, many people look online for news and information.

Long gone...

Town of Goshen Police Officers help rescue an injured bald eagle.

Town of Goshen Police Officers help rescue an injured bald eagle. ( Facebook photo.)

Town of Goshen Police officers help rescue injured bald eagle

16 Sep 2026 | 01:00

Town of Goshen Police Officers Natalie Welsh and Officer Derrick Kenan, along with some caring neighbors,...

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