Ramapo College nursing students work in a simulation lab. Photo provided by Ramapo College of New Jersey. Local nurses say federal loan limits will exacerbate nursing shortage Jane Gerencser, a registered nurse at Good Samaritan Hospital in Suffern, N.Y., said she has seen “cyclical” nursing shortages... Evergreen 09 Feb 2026 | 03:33
Marijuana growing at a Pharmacann facility in Montgomery, NY, which supplies dispensaries. Photo: Michael Bloom As cannabis shops multiply, some towns say enough is enough When New York and New Jersey legalized cannabis sales in 2021, the move set off rapid regional growth in an industry once... Local News 04 Feb 2026 | 02:02
A Montessori-style “studio” of the youngest learners at Ascend Academy, which opened in 2020. ( Photo by Becca Tucker) School options ‘born from necessity’ “We’re praying to outgrow this space,” said Stephanie Reinertsen, a former public high school English teacher who opened... Local News 18 Sep 2025 | 02:37
The Greater Newburgh Symphony Orchestra. GNSO presents ‘Concert of Concertos’ The Greater Newburgh Symphony Orchestra (GNSO) continues its 2024/25 season on Saturday, February 15 at 4 p.m. at Aquinas... Entertainment 30 Jan 2025 | 08:10
Rep. Ryan kicks off annual ‘Valentines for Vets’ campaign NYS Congressman Pat Ryan (D-18) recently announced the start of his third annual “Valentines for Vets” initiative, inviting... News 14 Jan 2025 | 08:10
Dori Driscoll, right, a volunteer with Meals on Wheels of Greater Newburgh, presents a Christmas tabletop arrangement to client Anna Alessi, along with her noontime hot meal. The arrangements, distributed to clients on Dec. 11, were prepared and donated by the Garden Club of Orange & Dutchess Counties. For more information about Meals on Wheels of Greater Newburgh, call 845-562-3490 weekday mornings, or visit mealsonwheelsnewburgh.org. ( Photo provided) Christmas cheer and a hot meal Letters to the Editor 20 Dec 2024 | 02:39
David Baldwin will teach the class “Calligraphy – the Art of Lettering,” starting Nov. 13. ( Photo provided) Learn the art of calligraphy Calligraphy is the art of lettering. Throughout history, calligraphy has been part of formal documentation such as scripture,... News 05 Nov 2024 | 08:10
Flutist Marcia Gates. ( Photos provided) Newburgh Chamber Music opens 2024-25 season Newburgh Chamber Music opens its 2024-2025 season, “A Tapestry of Music,” on Nov. 3 with chamber musicians of the Hudson... Entertainment 27 Oct 2024 | 08:10
The Greater Newburgh Symphony Orchestra. GNSO opens 30th anniversary season with ‘A Night at the Opera’ The Greater Newburgh Symphony Orchestra (GNSO) opens its 2024/25 season on Saturday, September 14 at 7:30 p.m. at Aquinas... Entertainment 26 Aug 2024 | 11:47
Sheriff Arteta announces first annual youth vs police basketball game On Friday, June 28, from 3:30 to 6 p.m., Project Rise and Building Bridges will host their first annual police vs. youth... News 21 Jun 2024 | 03:50
Newburgh’s cashless parking kiosks are business killers On April 10 my wife Lisa and I made plans to celebrate our 30th wedding anniversary by driving from our Warwick home to Newburgh... Letters to the Editor 25 Apr 2024 | 04:36
The Greater Newburgh Symphony Orchestra. GNSO’s season continues May 11 with ‘Late Twilight’ The Greater Newburgh Symphony Orchestra (GNSO) continues its 2023/24 season on Saturday, May 11 at 7:30 p.m. at Aquinas Hall... Entertainment 22 Apr 2024 | 12:02
High schools in Middletown and Newburgh, N.Y., purchased Yondr pouches for all students in attempt to curb the negative effects of cell phone use in school. Photo: Yondr. As screen time soars, high schools turn to Yondr bags and phone cubbies Should schools ban cell phone use among students? In a survey completed by more than 600 local readers, 73% said yes. But... Local News 12 Jan 2024 | 06:04
Pike County sentencing information for the week of September 26, 2022 Pike County District Attorney Raymond J. Tonkin announced the following criminal sentences were issued by Pike County Court... Police & Fire 04 Oct 2022 | 12:21
Pike County sentencing information Pike County District Attorney Raymond J. Tonkin announced the following criminal sentences were issued by Pike County Court... Police & Fire 13 May 2022 | 03:48
