State Senator James Skoufis ‘has been an independent voice’ State Senator James Skoufis has been a champion for his constituents. He pushed for independent monitoring of how the Industrial... Letters to the Editor 20 Oct 2024 | 06:39
Joe Troiano, author of “Spookley the Square Pumpkin.” ( Photo provided) Spookley comes to Sugar Loaf Best-selling children’s author Joe Troiano, of “Spookley the Square Pumpkin” fame, will be holding a book reading/signing... Entertainment 20 Oct 2024 | 08:20
Chester students learn about fire safety On October 11, the students at Chester Elementary school got a lesson on fire safety from all three firehouses that serve... Local News 17 Oct 2024 | 08:10
Chester Village Hall. ( Photo by Lisa Reider) Public mum on village short-term rental law There were no public comments at the public hearing for the village of Chester’s new short-term rental law at the October... Local News 16 Oct 2024 | 12:10
April Kurtz. ( Photo provided) Chester resident discovers her calling Inspired to find an ideal avenue to fulfill a compelling need to help others, SUNY Orange occupational therapy assistant... Local News 16 Oct 2024 | 08:20
Chester Union Free School District. Chester Academy seeks partnerships for internship program Chester Academy is seeking more businesses and organizations to partner with for its Workplace Learning Internship Program,... Local News 11 Oct 2024 | 09:04
Chester Town Hall. ( Photo by Lisa Reider) Chester holds public hearing on ethics reform At the Sept. 25 Chester Town Board meeting the board held a public hearing on proposed ethics reform. Nobody from the public... Local News 07 Oct 2024 | 04:10
Chester issues road cleaning advisory In preparation for the upcoming Sugar Loaf Fall Festival on October 12 and 13, the Town of Chester will be conducting road... Local News 05 Oct 2024 | 10:35
Edward Ariel Conklin. Edward Ariel Conklin, 89 Edward Ariel Conklin passed peacefully at home on September 26, 2024. The son of the late William Roe Conklin and Evelyn... Obituaries 04 Oct 2024 | 05:34
Arvella Lorraine Hom. Arvella Lorraine Hom, 96 Arvella Lorraine Hom, a lifelong resident of Chester, has died at age 96. Lorraine, as she was known, was the daughter of... Obituaries 04 Oct 2024 | 03:23
Sons of Hudson. ( Photo by Sandi Black (Zeko)) Celebrate fall with fun local favorites Embrace the vibrant spirit of fall with seasonal flavors and lively Oktoberfest and Applefest celebrations this weekend! Entertainment 04 Oct 2024 | 07:00
After disagreement, village and town team up for EMS tax district The new EMS tax district planned for 2025 in the town and village of Chester nearly fell apart but was salvaged at the last... Local News 01 Oct 2024 | 03:55
Vincent James DeLuca. Vincent James DeLuca, 90 Vincent James DeLuca, 90, of Chester, NY, entered into rest on Monday, September 23, 2024, at Saint Vincent’s Complete Care,... Obituaries 30 Sep 2024 | 10:19
CES artists next to their work. ( Photo courtesy the Chester Union Free School District) CES artists create new mural for school Main Office Third grade artists at Chester Elementary School collaborated to create a new mural for the Main Office, the school district... Local News 28 Sep 2024 | 08:34
Andrew “Loc” Mitchell, 49, of Chester pled guilty to operating as a major trafficker. ( Photo courtesy the Orange County District Attorney’s Office) Chester man pleads guilty to being a ‘major trafficker’ On Friday, September 27, Andrew “Loc” Mitchell, 49, of Chester pled guilty in Orange County Court to operating as a major... Police & Fire 27 Sep 2024 | 03:56