On Sunday, Oct. 3, owners, mostly with their dogs and a few cats in carriers, arrived at the Church of St. Stephen, the First Martyr, for the annual “Blessing of Animals.” Photos by Roger Gavan. Warwick. Tradition continues at the Church of St. Stephen, the First Martyr Unlike last year, when because of the pandemic, masks and social distancing were the rule, the turnout was much larger, absent... Local News 04 Oct 2021 | 06:25
The 9/11 Memorial Sculpture Garden at Veterans Memorial Park in the Village of Warwick was dedicated on the 20th anniversary of the attack on the Twin Towers and the United States. Photo by Robert G. Breese. A letter of gratitude The 9/11 Memorial Sculpture Garden is in place and completed in time for a beautiful and meaningful dedication ceremony. Letters to the Editor 01 Oct 2021 | 12:44
On Sunday, June 13, the Rev. Angelo Micciulla, a former parochial vicar at Warwick’s RC Church of St. Stephen the First Martyr and now Pastor of Holy Family Parish in Staten Island, returned to join a formation of motorcycle enthusiasts, led by Warwick Police, on a 40-mile ride through local country roads. It was the ninth annual motorcycle blessing. File photo by Roger Gavan. Warwick, Former Parochial Vicar at St. Stephen’s Church in desperate need of kidney transplant On Sunday, June 13, the Rev. Angelo Micciulla, a former parochial vicar at Warwick’s RC Church of St. Stephen the First Martyr... Local News 20 Jul 2021 | 01:41
Although there were cloudy skies and occasional light rain, a large group of bikers participated in the ninth annual motorcycle blessing. Photos by Roger Gavan St. Stephen’s ninth annual motorcycle blessing returns with large group of bikers Last year, due to the pandemic, the annual motorcycle blessing joined the ranks of the many Warwick traditional and popular... Local News 15 Jun 2021 | 01:43
St. Stephen’s Pastor Rev. Jack Arlotta blessed each of the bikes individually. ( PHOTOS BY ROGER GAVAN) St. Stephen’s plans motorcycle blessing Father Angelo Micciulla, a former parochial vicar at Warwick’s RC Church of St. Stephen the First Martyr and now Pastor of... Local News 07 Jun 2021 | 12:48
The Warwick Valley High School played The National Anthem. ( Roger Gavan) Warwick honors those who sacrificed their lives at 2021 Memorial Day events After being limited to a brief ceremony last year due to the pandemic, the Nicholas P. Lesando Jr. American Legion Post 214... Local News 01 Jun 2021 | 07:40
On Friday and Saturday, Feb. 26 and 27, approximately 70 candidates, divided into smaller groups at three services, received the Sacrament of Confirmation at the Church of St. Stephen, the First Martyr. ( Roger Gavan) Bishop Colacicco administers Sacrament of Confirmation at St. Stephen’s On Friday and Saturday, Feb. 26 and 27, approximately 70 candidates, divided into smaller groups at three services, received... Local News 02 Mar 2021 | 06:51
Last year the Rev. Jack Arlotta administered ashes to parishioners of the Church of St. Stephen, the First Martyr. But this year those who attended Mass or a service at Warwick’s Church of St. Stephen, the First Martyr, were given ashes contained in a small packet that were blessed and given out to be imposed at home. ( Roger Gavan) Ash Wednesday, Feb. 17, marks the beginning of Lent for 2021 This past Wednesday, Feb. 17, marked the beginning of the season of lent throughout the world. The 40 days that follow are... Local News 16 Feb 2021 | 07:09
Members of Warwick Valley Rotary and the Warwick Knights of Columbus planted 140 of Rotary’s Flags for Heroes outside the homes in the Prial family’s neighborhood. Photo by Roger Gavan ‘We mourn a life that already had accomplished so much’ In what has always been a typical Warwick community response, there was an outpouring of sadness, love and support for the... Local News 26 Jan 2021 | 01:13
Statement from Warwick Valley spiritual leaders: Peace In these times of public unrest and fear, we, the spiritual leaders of the Town of Warwick, stand in solidarity to promote... Letters to the Editor 18 Jan 2021 | 11:24
The Big Man in Red and the crew at the ninth annual Breakfast with Santa sponsored by the Warwick Valley Knights of Columbus on Dec. 12 at St. Stephen’s Parish. Breakfast (bagged) with Santa On Saturday, Dec. 12, the Warwick Valley Knights of Columbus held its ninth annual Breakfast with Santa. Because of social... Letters to the Editor 18 Dec 2020 | 01:25
During the mass the Mariachi band, “Viva Mexico,” served as the choir singing liturgical songs in Spanish. And afterwards, they sang renditions of traditional Mexican songs before a statue of Our Lady of Guadalupe by the altar. Spanish Mass at St. Stephen’s celebrated to honor Our Lady of Guadalupe On Sunday evening, December 6, members of Warwick’s Church of St. Stephen, the First Martyr, attended a mass said in Spanish.... Local News 08 Dec 2020 | 01:24
Reservations will be necessary for all St. Stephen’s the First Martyr Church Christmas Masses in order to comply with social distancing and capacity guidelines. Provided photo. Warwick. Reservations needed for St. Stephen’s Christmas services Due to the ongoing coronavirus health situation, St. Stephen the First Marty Church, located at 75 Sanfordville Road in Warwick,... Local News 30 Nov 2020 | 02:14
St. Stephen’s pastor, the Rev. Jack Arlotta, blessed each animal individually. Photos by Roger Gavan. Warwick. Blessing of Animals in honor of St. Francis of Assisi held on his Feast Day Because of the pandemic it was different this year. Except for the animals, masks and social distancing was the rule. Nevertheless,... Local News 20 Oct 2020 | 01:08
Many of the students who celebrated “crazy hat day” during a recent Catholic School’s Week at the former St. Stephen – St. Edward’s Elementary School, will now have an opportunity to return to familiar surroundings this year when the building is utilized as a satellite campus of St. John's School in Goshen. File photo by Roger Gavan. ( Roger Gavan) Former St. Stephen’s – St. Edward’s Elementary School building to remain open On Aug. 14, the Rev. Jack Arlotta, pastor of the Church of St. Stephen, the First Martyr, received official confirmation... Local News 18 Aug 2020 | 02:05
