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’Tariff Talk’ heats up across New York, poll finds

Whether it’s overheard at the barber shop, dropped into dinner table chatter, or debated over drinks with friends, talk of...

Columns
18 Apr 2025 | 11:56
Homeowners can help the monarchs by planting milkweed and nectar-bearing plants, according to the Monroe Conservation Commission. Photo by Erin Minuskin on Unsplash.
Homeowners can help the monarchs by planting milkweed and nectar-bearing plants, according to the Monroe Conservation Commission. Photo by Erin Minuskin on Unsplash.

Conservation Corner

We are sure many of you are familiar with the monarch butterfly and perhaps have noticed their decline in recent years. This...

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23 Mar 2025 | 12:53
Chester Kiwanis Club celebrates a half-century dedicated to improving the world, one child and one community at a time

Chester Kiwanis Club celebrates a half-century dedicated to improving the world, one child and one community at a time

The Kiwanis Club of Chester is celebrating its 50th anniversary this year.

Chartered on Sept. 24, 1974, our club was organized...

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22 Mar 2025 | 03:03
Your recycling head-scratchers answered: avocado bags?

Your recycling head-scratchers answered: avocado bags?

If you’re not sure whether something goes in the blue bin, snap a pic of yourself with the questionable item (yes, we want...

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27 Feb 2025 | 02:07
Your recycling head-scratchers answered: glittery greeting cards?

Your recycling head-scratchers answered: glittery greeting cards?

If you’re not sure whether something goes in the blue bin, snap a pic of yourself with the questionable item (yes, we want...

Columns
04 Feb 2025 | 10:41
West Milford does recycle glass like this, but some haulers refuse to take glass so this is one that’s worth checking.
West Milford does recycle glass like this, but some haulers refuse to take glass so this is one that’s worth checking. ( Photo by Chris Maget)

Your recycling head-scratchers answered: pickle jar?

If you’re not sure whether something goes in the blue bin, snap a pic of yourself with the questionable item (yes, we want...

Columns
11 Feb 2025 | 05:25
A black bear eating.
A black bear eating. ( Photo by Pixabay)

What bears do in September

September at a glance: Bears enter hyperphagia in September and may look for food up to 20 hours a day. Berries, nuts and...

Columns
04 Sep 2024 | 11:47

September at the library

It’s September and we have a lot of programs for adults going on at the library this month! Let’s jump right into what’s...

Columns
03 Sep 2024 | 04:36
A black bear snacking.
A black bear snacking. ( Photo by Pete Nuij,Unsplash)

What bears do in August

August at a glance: Bears have many ways to stay cool during hot summer days. By August, most cubs are weaned. Cubs can often...

Columns
21 Aug 2024 | 11:20
Betty DeMarco’s collection of salt and pepper shakers are now on display in the Community Collection’s Showcase in the lobby of the Goshen Public Library.
Betty DeMarco’s collection of salt and pepper shakers are now on display in the Community Collection’s Showcase in the lobby of the Goshen Public Library. ( Photo provided)

Salt and pepper shaker collection rife with revelations

If you are a private person, maybe you better not let others see the kinds of things you collect. They may be quite revealing....

Columns
12 Aug 2024 | 04:39
Samantha Redonda with a warped stainless steel pot. (Photo by Brenda Hughes)
Samantha Redonda with a warped stainless steel pot. (Photo by Brenda Hughes)

When in doubt, give a shout: Stainless steel pot?

If you’re not sure whether something goes in the blue bin, snap a pic of yourself with the questionable item (yes, we want...

Columns
20 Mar 2025 | 02:37

Goshen Library happenings

The library is getting an upgrade! Not a physical one, but between August 1 until August 5, the library’s software is going...

Columns
26 Jul 2024 | 03:01

What bears do in July

July at a glance: By July, cubs born this year have grown to the size of a raccoon or a small dog with big ears. Yearling...

Columns
22 Jul 2024 | 03:40

This summer, find your book

As you browse the library catalog or select books to read from your TBR (to be read) pile this summer, it is important to...

Columns
12 Jul 2024 | 04:30

Enjoy Fourth of July responsibly

Fourth of July is all about celebrating American values and creating memorable moments with our family and friends. Over...

Columns
25 Jun 2024 | 12:18
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