Identifying reading challenges in children Reading is often considered the single most important skill for acquiring knowledge and developing critical thinking abilities.... Letters to the Editor 19 Aug 2024 | 12:44
A woman watches her son play at the New Creative Playground, behind Bearfort Shopping Village in West Milford, earlier this month. (Photo by Kathy Shwiff) Best local places to play We asked readers to tell us about their favorite playgrounds. In an area as large and diverse as our coverage area in New... Evergreen 14 Aug 2024 | 10:19
Craig Walter Schuppe. Craig Walter Schuppe, 29 Craig Walter Schuppe of Warwick, NY, and formerly of Middletown, NY, passed away on July 24, 2024. He was 29 years old. Born... Obituaries 01 Aug 2024 | 01:13
People for People Fund treasurer and former Chairman and CEO of First Federal Savings of Middletown Maggie Smith, New York State Assemblyman Brian Maher, Fair-Rite Products Director of Human Resources Debra A. Sherman, and People for People Fund President Nolly Chimes at last year’s People for People Fund Recognition Breakfast. ( Photo provided) People for People Fund accepting nominations for ‘Positive People Award’ People for People Fund – a not-for-profit dedicated to providing temporary financial assistance to residents of Orange, Ulster... News 24 Jul 2024 | 01:57
What bears do in July July at a glance: By July, cubs born this year have grown to the size of a raccoon or a small dog with big ears. Yearling... Columns 22 Jul 2024 | 03:40
Senator kicks off annual ‘Skoufis On Your Street’ Town Hall series Senator James Skoufis (D-42) announced his summer series of conversations across Orange County known as “Skoufis On Your... Local News 02 Jul 2024 | 02:40
Regarding ‘border security’ Though your letter my be well intentioned, it is so far from the reality that is happening at our border, I am compelled... Letters to the Editor 18 Jun 2024 | 01:15
We need young voters to participate I’m sorry to hear that so many young people are disengaged from the political process, especially in this election year.... Letters to the Editor 18 Jun 2024 | 01:09
Hudson Valley Jazz Festival takes a year off The Hudson Valley Jazz Festival is taking a break after 14 seasons. Our yearly event which placed our region’s wealth of... Letters to the Editor 17 Jun 2024 | 10:35
The Youngs, both named John, of J&J Automotive in Stanhope, N.J. (Photos by Brianna Kimmel) Fathers and sons taking care of business In celebration of Father’s Day, we spoke with local father-and-son business duos and discussed the experience of running... Home 13 Jun 2024 | 11:11
The meaning of Memorial Day I write this not to criticize but to clarify. As Americans we all understand and are grateful for the sacrifices made and... Letters to the Editor 31 May 2024 | 02:15
Border security I’ve always loved the inscription on the Statue of Liberty, the one that begins: “Give me your tired, your poor, your huddled... Letters to the Editor 31 May 2024 | 12:02
Feeding America: financial need for those facing hunger reaches highest level in 20 years The amount of money that people facing hunger said they need to have enough food reached its highest point in the last 20... News 28 May 2024 | 04:55
Protesters outside of St. Anthony Community Hospital in Warwick, which is operated by Westchester Medical Center. ( Photo by Terry Reilly) Healthcare workers protest at three WMC hospitals On Tuesday, May 7, healthcare workers at three area hospitals operated by Westchester Medical Center held signs protesting... Local News 07 May 2024 | 03:57
Spongy moth caterpillars were all over a hoop house in a home garden in Matamoras, Pa. ( Photo by Becca Tucker) Spongy moth caterpillars descend on Orange County Last week, spongy moth caterpillars cast their web over Orange County, seemingly cropping up out of nowhere. The tiny black... News 07 May 2024 | 02:22
