Pope Francis. Photo by Coronel on Unsplash ’He touched us all with his simplicity, with his heart of a humble servant’ Timothy Michael Cardinal Dolan, the Archbishop of New York, released the following statement on the passing of Pope Francis:... Letters to the Editor 22 Apr 2025 | 09:19
The Metro North Train Station in Harriman. Photo by Daniel Case via commons.wikimedia.org. Fighting for fairness As Albany deliberates solutions to address the Metropolitan Transportation Authority’s (MTA) $33 billion capital funding... Letters to the Editor 22 Apr 2025 | 09:46
‘The act of voting is a powerful reminder of how much we care about ... the services that support ... our daily lives’ Together with the Albert Wisner Public Library’s Board of Trustees and staff members, I offer heartfelt thanks to everyone... Letters to the Editor 15 Apr 2025 | 04:29
A vegan Easter is a powerful way to honor the holiday’s message of renewal and kindness This Easter, let’s celebrate with compassion by leaving animals out of our traditions. Giving baby chicks as gifts or using... Letters to the Editor 14 Apr 2025 | 03:49
Orange County seeks nominations for its 26th annual Human Rights Awards The Orange County Human Rights Commission and County Executive Steve Neuhaus have announced the 26th annual Human Rights... Local News 14 Apr 2025 | 10:51
The Friends of the Library have recently donated $10,000 to the Albert Wisner Public Library. Provided photo. Thank you to the Friends of the Albert Wisner Public Library Our deepest gratitude to the Friends of the Library for their generous $10,000 donation to the Albert Wisner Public Library.... Letters to the Editor 11 Apr 2025 | 01:24
New York State Department of Environmental Conservation Acting Commissioner Amanda Lefton says New York’s air is cleaner than it has been in decades, driven largely by the State’s strong environmental laws and regulations. Photo illustration by Chris LeBoutillier via www.pexels.com. New York’s DEC commissioner responds to Trump’s executive order on state overreach regarding climate issues Editor’s note In an executive order signed last week, President Donald Trump ordered Attorney General Pam Bondi to “stop the... Letters to the Editor 11 Apr 2025 | 12:19
Breakfast with the Chester Town supervisor As your Town Supervisor, it’s important to make myself available to meet with and speak with you as much as possible. I know... Letters to the Editor 08 Apr 2025 | 12:17
The Greenwood Lake Food Pantry could use your help For more than 25 years, The Greenwood Lake Food Pantry has been a lifeline for families in our community, providing essential... Letters to the Editor 07 Apr 2025 | 05:39
‘Our friends, neighbors and relations’ People that are affected by the administration’s firings are our friends, neighbors and relations. When those we care about... Letters to the Editor 01 Apr 2025 | 07:29
Warwick residents to participate in nationwide rally On Saturday, April 5, one of more than 900 nationwide events protesting recent cuts to government funding will take place... Letters to the Editor 01 Apr 2025 | 02:50
The Smithsonian Museum in Washington, D.C., was established more than 175 years ago. Source: The Smithsonian Institution. Historians defend the Smithsonian The executive order “Restoring Truth and Sanity to American History” issued on March 27 by the White House, egregiously misrepresents... Letters to the Editor 04 Apr 2025 | 09:42
Photo illustration by Pixabay via pexels.com Our libraries, serving the public good, help create community On Tuesday, April 8, from 9 a.m. to 9 p.m., the annual tax levy and trustee vote takes place at the Albert Wisner Public... Letters to the Editor 31 Mar 2025 | 12:11
‘My dog is afraid of the dark’ and other ruminations about the cost of electricity My electric bill was unusually high this month. I called to complain: “Orange and Rockland. May I help you?” “Hi. This is Skip... Letters to the Editor 27 Mar 2025 | 02:47
Catskill Mountainkeeper to host ‘ReThink Route 17’ Virtual Town Hall Route 17 is a vital lifeline for our communities which is why Catskill Mountainkeeper has been monitoring a $1.4 billion... Letters to the Editor 23 Mar 2025 | 04:02
