Letter to the Editor: Sales tax revenue distribution This spring, it was revealed Orange County had been improperly over-distributing sales tax revenue to municipalities. Left... Letters to the Editor 31 Jul 2026 | 02:06
Local legislators, law enforcement leaders and others gather at the Orange County Sheriff’s Office to announce the extension of death gamble benefits. ( Photo provided.) New legislation enables surviving families of deceased Orange County deputy sheriffs and correction officers to receive full pensions New legislation will allow surviving spouses or children of deceased Orange County deputy sheriffs or correction officers... Local News 31 Jul 2026 | 01:59
A message on a minivan spotted in Vernon, NJ on July 26. Photo: Becca Tucker ICE activity in Orange County, N.Y., on the rise On the morning of July 9, ICE agents made arrests in the towns of Monroe and Blooming Grove. “ICE executed a targeted enforcement... Local News 28 Jul 2026 | 01:25
Letter to the Editor: Sen. Skoufis shares accomplishments We just gaveled out of legislative session, and I am proud of the work we’ve accomplished. My staff went above and beyond,... Letters to the Editor 23 Jun 2026 | 03:46
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
The Port Jervis Police Department celebrated the opening of its new training facility on May 9. ( Photo from Sen. James Skoufis Facebook page.) Port Jervis Police Department opens new training facility On May 9, the Port Jervis Police Department celebrated the opening of the Chief William J. Worden Training Facility. In post... Local News 12 May 2026 | 12:47
Sen. James Skoufis, Assm. Jonathan Jacobson join leaders from OC hospitals to announce new grant incentive for pediatric readiness. New grant program announced for OC hospitals Senator James Skoufis (D-Orange County) and Assemblyman Jonathan Jacobson (D-Newburgh) joined Montefiore St. Luke’s Cornwall,... Local News 07 Apr 2026 | 10:12
Susan Armistead stands between OC Legislator Jonathan Redeker (left) and Sen. James Skoufis holding a copy of her proclamation. ( Photo provided.) Resident recognized for commitment to community Village of Goshen resident Susan Armistead was recognized by State Senator James Skoufis with a proclamation honoring her... Local News 16 Mar 2026 | 03:15
Town considers community preservation fund The Town of Goshen is in the discussion phase of creating a community preservation fund similar to the ones in Warwick and... Local News 18 Feb 2026 | 01:31
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
State DOT confirms plans to close Route 17 exit 127 The NYS DOT plans to proceed with its vision of closing Exit 127 to Sugar Loaf and Warwick on Route 17 as part of its upgrade... Local News 02 Apr 2025 | 03:47
State Sen. James Skoufis and others lawmakers are calling for the overhaul of the Public Service Commission for exercising “little more than a wrist-slap for greedy utility companies.” NYS Senate photo. ( dino.Senate1) State approves increased electric and gas delivery rates for O&R customers The New York State Public Service Commission has approved increased electric and gas delivery rates for Orange and Rockland... Local News 26 Mar 2025 | 10:58
State Senator James Skoufis (D-42). ( Photo provided) Skoufis tapped for senate leadership role State Senator James Skoufis (D-42) has been appointed to Senate leadership as deputy majority leader for State Federal Relations.... Local News 26 Jan 2025 | 08:10
Erie Street Park. ( Image by SnazzyMaps) Goshen wins grant for Erie Street Park upgrades State Senator James Skoufis this week announced that the Village of Goshen won a $450,000 grant to revitalize Erie Street... Local News 24 Jan 2025 | 12:10
Gratitude for Erie Street Park revitalization As a 20-year member of the Goshen community, I’m thrilled to see the community come together to vote in support of revitalizing... Letters to the Editor 22 Jan 2025 | 10:15
