The Town of Chester opened the public hearing for its comprehensive plan. ( Pixabay photo.) Town proposes banning data centers, battery energy storage systems in comprehensive plan At its June 24 meeting, the Town of Chester opened a public hearing for its comprehensive plan, which can be found online... Local News 01 Jul 2026 | 09:41
Sen. James Skoufis (left) with Chester Town Supervisor Brandon Holdridge. ( Photo provided.) Town receives $205K for new playground equipment at the Chester Commons Park The Town of Chester has received $205,000 in funding to replace the more-than-25-years-old playground equipment at the Chester... Local News 23 Jun 2026 | 11:33
Letters to the Editor: Bagels with Brandon As your Town Supervisor, it’s important to make myself available to meet with and speak with you as much as possible. I know... Letters to the Editor 22 Jun 2026 | 02:18
Chester Town Hall. ( File photo.) Chester moves to protect open space The Chester Town Board voted to establish a Community Preservation Fund with the goal of protecting open space in the town.... Local News 17 Jun 2026 | 07:49
Town Supervisor May recap I hope everyone is having a great 2026 so far. Here is a look at some accomplishments/happenings from May: Our winter tarps... Letters to the Editor 09 Jun 2026 | 03:16
The town of Chester is seeking a CDBG grant to improve ADA spaces at the parking lot at Carpenter Park. ( Pixabay photo.) Town seeks funds to improve Carpenter Community Park parking lot The Chester Town board is seeking funds to improve the parking lot at Carpenter Community Park through the federal Community... Local News 02 Jun 2026 | 09:04
Letter to the Editor: Battery storage facilities I shared my opinion about banning battery storage facilities in Chester to the Town Attorney as early as December, 2025.... Letters to the Editor 26 May 2026 | 10:08
Town Supervisor March and April Recap I hope everyone is having a great 2026 so far. Here is a look at some accomplishments/happenings from March and April: I have... Letters to the Editor 12 May 2026 | 02:28
The town of Chester voted to establish a $20 per quarter fee for residents opting out of the new cellular endpoint water meter reading system at its April 22 board meeting. ( Pixabay photo.) Chester Town Board instates fee for opting out of new cellular water meters The town of Chester voted to establish a $20 per quarter fee for residents opting out of the new cellular endpoint water... Local News 28 Apr 2026 | 09:24
Sophie Halstead celebrated her 100th birthday at the Senior Center in Chester. ( Photo by Sammie Finch.) ‘Keeping busy’ the secret to 100 years The Chester Senior Center celebrated a special birthday on April 15. Long-time community member, Sophie Halstead turns 100... Local News 21 Apr 2026 | 02:36
Bagels with the Chester supervisor on March 7 As your Town Supervisor, it’s important to make myself available to meet with and speak with you as much as possible. I know... Letters to the Editor 04 Mar 2026 | 02:12
Orange County Sheriff’s Office and Correctional Facility in Goshen, N.Y. Photo: Bryan Fumagalli Nearly 40% of Orange County jail’s inmates are ICE detainees Immigration and Customs Enforcement detainees make up a significant portion of the inmate population at the Orange County... Evergreen 19 Jan 2026 | 05:15
Opinion: 2025 Town Recap I hope everyone had a great year in 2025! I very much enjoy being your full-time Supervisor and I’m honored to be able to... Letters to the Editor 06 Jan 2026 | 06:51
Letter to the Editor: 13 acres preserved To the Editor: The Town Board has accepted a land dedication from the developer of the Oak Woods project, located on Camp... Letters to the Editor 03 Dec 2025 | 01:48
Supervisor’s Corner I’m happy to report that the 2026 budget for the Town of Chester was submitted last week. There are some details that I want... Local News 24 Nov 2025 | 09:51
