Ellen Shortess, left, grandchildren Emma Fulciniti and Evan Fulciniti (by Ellen’s oldest daughter Christine, not pictured) and Ellen’s daughter Micki, far right, circa 2000. Ellen Shortess Garden rededicated with recollections at Erie Station Museum Family and friends gathered for the rededication of the Ellen Shortess Garden at the Erie Station Museum on a recent suitably... Home 09 Nov 2022 | 05:40
ORIGINAL - What special education services are available at a school near you? “Alex is thriving because of Vernon’s Special Education program. It’s a collaboration between parent and school,” Anna Colon*... Evergreen 14 Aug 2022 | 11:50
Attorney Ben Ostrer in a recent photo Ben Ostrer’s life of generous tenacity Attorney Benjamin Ostrer, of Chester, who died at 71 on July 13, left behind a memorable trail of bold, sometimes controversial... Home 01 Aug 2022 | 08:59
Multiple fire departments responded to the Corral Lane fire on July 4, fighting flames until 5 a.m. Photo provided. July 4th fire destroys home at 4 Corral Lane in Goshen In the wake of many people hearing fireworks set off near their homes July 4th weekend, Straus News found that many fire... Local News 13 Jul 2022 | 11:45
Runner Zoe Arnett, 14, makes nationals, with friends as wind behind her Zoe Arnett is a runner, but not just any runner. An eighth grader on varsity track at Chester Academy, Zoe broke the school... Home 20 Jun 2022 | 03:18
The Cancun Inn Tale of the Cancun Inn headed for sale Sugar Loaf:--After decades in Orange County, the Cancun Inn will be closing. Owner Israel Campos says it’s time to retire... Entertainment 01 Jun 2022 | 08:06
Tom Landrigan, Esq., of the law firm Cohen, LaBarbera & Landrigan, unveils W.A. Lawrence historic marker in Chester. The firm occupies the former home of William A. Lawrence at 99 Brookside Avenue. ( Photo by Leslie Smith) Colorful figure emerges from W.A. Lawrence historic marker dedication Chester--Despite unseasonable heat, two dozen people attended the dedication of the new historic marker for William A. Lawrence... Entertainment 30 May 2022 | 03:07
Chester Schools Superintendent Denis M. Petrilak retires The retirement of Chester School Superintendent Denis M. Petrilak was recently announced by Frank Sambets, President of the... Local News 22 May 2022 | 08:06
Cathy O’Hara appointed as new Chester Schools Superintendent, effective July 1 Incoming Chester Schools Superintendent Cathy O’Hara has a 19-year history with the district. O’Hara has served as an academic... Local News 22 May 2022 | 07:42
Architecture student Brandon Fuentes holding an award for his Palisade Hotel design project, the Connecticut Green Building Council’s 2021 Green Building Awards Student Design Award of Merit ( Photo courtesy of Connecticut Green Building Council) Goshen’s Brandon Fuentes wins green architecture awards Goshen:--Goshen native Brandon Fuentes was finishing his advanced Master of Architecture degree at the University of Hartford... Local News 15 May 2022 | 04:13
Chester school budget and BOE vote offers options on money, tech and people Registered voters can vote in person or request an absentee ballot. There will also be a District Art Show and STEM Presentation... Local News 03 May 2022 | 06:59
Chester ShopRite cashier Barbara Rosencrans is retiring after 48 years there. ( Photo by Ginny Privita) Two retire from Chester Shoprite after 48 years Talk about loyalty, job loyalty. ShopRite in Chester has lost one and is about to lose another long-term—forty-eight years... Local News 22 Feb 2022 | 04:27
Sculptor Carolyn Palmer working on her statute of Frank Sinatra in her studio in Saddle River, New Jersey. Provided photos. Frank Sinatra returns to Hoboken in style Frankie, aka “Ol’ Blue Eyes,” would be proud. Bobby-soxers, now in their 90s, may soon be swooning at the foot of the life-size... Local News 12 Jan 2022 | 01:08
Eagle Scout Jack Kerwan. Photos by Lynn Berenberg. Scout overcomes many challenges in these times of COVID to complete Eagle Project On Saturday morning, December 11, a handsome informational kiosk was installed on the Heritage Trail near the Chester Historical... Local News 15 Dec 2021 | 02:58
“You can also show your support for these great men and women by hiring a veteran in your workplace, patronizing a veteran-owned business or donating to a veterans program,” Ed Johnson, Navy vet and commander of American Legion Orange Blossom Post 1167, said during his remarks during Veterans Day services at the Walton Engine and Hose Company. “And you can simply thank them for their service.” Photo by Ginny Privitar. ‘Veterans have given us freedom, security and the greatest nation on earth’ On this Veterans Day, just months after we lost more American heroes in the pullout from Afghanistan, the Chester community... Local News 08 Dec 2021 | 04:33
