The Class of 2024 enters the commencement ceremony at Pope John XXIII Regional High School in Sparta on June 3. (Photos provided) Pay up or miss commencement At the end of each school year, schools are left with missing materials, unpaid lunch accounts and late library book fees.... Local News 23 May 2025 | 06:52
Kieran Boyce It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of Kieran Boyce of Chester and formerly of Glenties, Donegal, who passed... Obituaries 04 May 2025 | 12:09
Camp LaGuardia opened in 1918 as a women’s prison. During the Depression, New York City converted the property into a shelter for homeless men. Mayor Fiorello LaGuardia called the the camp “a human repair shop.” The camp closed in 2007. Orange County, then lead by County Executive Ed Diana, purchased the property that year for $8.5 million. It has stood in ruin until now. Photos provided by Orange County/Open Space Institute. Plans afoot for Camp LaGuardia During his State of the County remarks last week, Orange County Executive Steve Neuhaus outlined plans that could transform... Local News 30 Apr 2025 | 11:39
On Saturday, May 3, Tin Barn Brewing (62 Kings Highway Bypass) lights up with Billy Doors Petty, America’s #1 trifecta tribute show to Billy Joel, The Dooors and Tom Petty. Provided photo. Blues, funk and rock ‘n’ roll Our local music authority will show you the way to The Last Whiskey Bar, among other great local musical venues this week:... Entertainment 28 Apr 2025 | 03:35
At 3 p.m. this coming Saturday, blues lovers should head to Meadow Blues Coffee, 8 Greycourt Ave. in Chester, for Blues People, a standout NY/NJ quartet known for their rich sound and top-tier musicianship, drawing comparisons to the Meters and Buddy Guy. Come listen to that funky music From mellow and soulful tunes, to the blues as well as they country serenade, there’s a song waiting for you. Consider: Saturday,... Entertainment 21 Apr 2025 | 03:07
At Catholic Charities of Orange, Sullivan, and Ulster’s annual Celebration of Charity dinner, ShopRite Supermarket store representatives presented Catholic Charities’ CEO Shannon Kelly (far left) and Board Chair Thomas Strahle (far right) with the ceremonial check for $75,770 from the 2025 in-store Feeding Our Neighbors campaign. Photo by Everett Collie, EC Media Group. ShopRite’s 2025 Feeding Our Neighbors Campaign raised $75,770 for Catholic Charities At Catholic Charities of Orange, Sullivan & Ulster’s recent Celebration of Charity event, representatives of ShopRite Supermarket... Business 18 Apr 2025 | 04:29
Woodbury Historical Society President Alex Prizgintas with historical documents. Photo provided. Local historians present ‘Fifty People who shaped Orange County’ program on April 27 The Woodbury Historical Society is hosting a program on “Fifty People who Shaped Orange County,” on Sunday, April 27, from... Local News 13 Apr 2025 | 02:15
Anita Fuliciniti-Mozilo Anita Fuliciniti-Mozilo, a resident of Chester for more than 25 years, passed away peacefully on April 7, 2025, at the age... Obituaries 13 Apr 2025 | 01:53
Wayne C. Mills Wayne Clarence Mills passed away on Saturday, March 29, 2025, at his home in Chester. He was 63 years old. The son of William... Obituaries 03 Apr 2025 | 02:27
Chester. Music For Humanity seeks scholarship applicants The 2025 scholarships for young, local musicians will soon be awarded, and Music for Humanity, the sponsoring group, is seeking... Local Home Pros 02 Apr 2025 | 11:43
Singer-songwriter and guitarist Jack Grace takes the stage at Warwick Valley Winery on Sunday, April 6. Provided photo Music to help you get through the week Need a tune to tap a toe, too? A song to stomp and shout with? A singer who will tug at your heart with words meant for you... Entertainment 01 Apr 2025 | 07:49
Chester’s Christina Contento is crowned Ms. New York International 2025. Provided photo. ( Photo courtesy of Christina Contento) From pain to pageantry, Christina Contento aims to inspire Chester resident Christina Contento was recently named Ms. New York International 2025, providing her with a platform from... Local News 25 Mar 2025 | 02:03
A Brother’s Revival. Live music, shows, and more for your enjoyment Our area has quite a variety of entertainment in store this week, offering up everything from live stage shows and tribute... Entertainment 21 Mar 2025 | 08:10
Chickens at Hazelman Farms in West Milford. (Photo by Rich Adamonis) There’s nothing over easy about egg prices Eggs have entered the chat. Recently, large outbreaks of Avian Influenza (bird flu), a highly contagious viral disease that... Local News 20 Mar 2025 | 08:37
IWS bulk pick-up I sent out a PSA about garbage collection in Chester a while ago and got a lot of feedback. One thing in particular was the... Letters to the Editor 18 Mar 2025 | 10:42
