2025 budget recap PSA As you may be aware, the Chester Town Board has recently concluded its 2025 budget. We appreciate all the input and feedback... Letters to the Editor 03 Dec 2024 | 12:35
Minisink Monument restoration project fundraising update As of November 30, we have received $15,000 in donations! With continued community support we could achieve our Phase 1 goal... Letters to the Editor 02 Dec 2024 | 04:34
Support the Sugar Loaf Historical Society Dear Community Members, since its founding in 2007 by the New York State Education Department, the Sugar Loaf Historical... Letters to the Editor 26 Nov 2024 | 01:43
In the Wild: Was that a wolf I just saw? With every new week, people ask me if we have wolves in our area. Before I share my answer, let me explain what “coyote”... Letters to the Editor 26 Nov 2024 | 10:34
Library books for all kinds of readers Are you familiar with the library’s collection of large print books? We have a large selection of popular fiction and nonfiction... Letters to the Editor 26 Nov 2024 | 10:28
Giving thanks by giving back this Thanksgiving As we gather with loved ones this Thanksgiving, it’s essential to reflect on the true essence of the holiday: gratitude and... Letters to the Editor 25 Nov 2024 | 09:30
Thanksgiving 2024 It’s almost turkey day, and with the Thanksgiving holiday quickly approaching, preparations are well underway. Turkeys have... Letters to the Editor 20 Nov 2024 | 10:07
Warehouses ‘deliveries’ in the spotlight The cumulative list of current warehouse projects in Orange County demonstrates several important facts that officials and... Letters to the Editor 20 Nov 2024 | 09:57
Orange County major warehouse project master list as of Nov. 15, 2024 Waywayanda Warehouse Projects • 1081 Dolsontown Road - RDM #1 - 241,000 SF – Approved. • Co. Rt 56 - RDM #2 - 277,500 SF –... Letters to the Editor 20 Nov 2024 | 09:57
MAGA values are not shared by non-MAGAs I whole-heartedly agree with Mr. Will Voelkel of Milford! MAGA values are not shared by non-MAGAs: The sanctity of life for... Letters to the Editor 18 Nov 2024 | 11:14
In the wild: Braking for autumn turtles For me, it’s always gratifying to help a box turtle to cross the road. With the warm weather this past week, quite a few... Letters to the Editor 13 Nov 2024 | 01:14
Do bears really hibernate? Some people believe that bears are not true hibernators. Squirrels, bats, rodents, marmots and other true hibernators enter... Letters to the Editor 13 Nov 2024 | 10:32
The Chester Knights of Columbus Council 8637 donated two boxes of coats to familes in need. ( Photo courtesy of Orlando Perez) Chester Knights donate coats Letters to the Editor 06 Nov 2024 | 10:30
Are you a closet conchologist? Or maybe you are not in the closet. Norma Nunez-Langlois of Goshen is proud to be one. (In case you are wondering what the... Letters to the Editor 06 Nov 2024 | 10:27
Battle of Minisink monument restoration project update As of October 31, we have received over $12,600 in donations! We are over halfway toward our Phase 1 goal for the monument... Letters to the Editor 05 Nov 2024 | 10:11