Eileen M. Mulroy Eileen Mulroy, a beloved mother, grandmother, sister, cherished family member, teacher and devoted friend, passed away peacefully... Obituaries 18 Apr 2025 | 02:55
Monroe. Auditions open for Monroe’s Got Talent Orange County residents ages 5–25 are invited to submit audition videos for the fourth annual Monroe’s Got Talent show. Local News 07 Apr 2025 | 11:07
William P. Scheels William P. Scheels, a lifelong resident of Monroe and police officer for 23 years, died peacefully at home on March 30, 2025,... Obituaries 05 Apr 2025 | 06:52
‘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
Matthew D. McGuire Matthew Dylan McGuire of Rock Tavern passed away on March 23, 2025, at the age of 40. He was born on May 23, 1984, in Warwick.... Obituaries 27 Mar 2025 | 01:16
‘Stop in the name of love’ and ‘Be my baby’ Muddy Water Players will celebrate the opening of its 30th season with a fundraiser concert titled, “Fabulous Females – Girl... Entertainment 23 Mar 2025 | 02:31
Performers include Nicole Bader, Kayla Collins, Erin Cross, Ali Grieb, and Kaitlyn Kozinski. ( Photos provided) Playhouse opens with ‘Girl Groups of the 60s’ concert Creative Theatre - Muddy Water Players will celebrate the opening of its 30th season with a fundraiser concert titled, “Fabulous... Entertainment 15 Mar 2025 | 12:10
A Jan. 28 email with the subject line ‘Fork in the Road’ that was received by Office of Personnel and Management employees included the deferred resignation letter. The DOGE Effect The reduction of the federal workforce, which is estimated at 2.3 million people, is more than a national story. It also... Local News 13 Mar 2025 | 12:39
Burn ban in effect now through May As brush fires rage on Long Island, Governor Kathy Hochul issued a multi-regional burn ban that includes Orange County. The... Local News 10 Mar 2025 | 10:25
Volunteers wanted for Senior Dining Program The Orange County Office for the Aging Senior Dining Program is seeking dedicated volunteers, especially in the areas of... Local News 01 Mar 2025 | 12:10
Cornelius “Neil” Hazlett Jr. Cornelius Hazlett Jr., 63 Cornelius “Neil” Hazlett Jr. of Monroe, NY, suffered a heart attack at his home and passed away on February 17, 2025. He... Obituaries 20 Feb 2025 | 03:28
Free movie night for veterans to feature ‘Captain America: Brave New World’ Orange County Executive Steve Neuhaus and Veterans Service Agency Director Christian Farrell are teaming up to honor local... Local News 16 Feb 2025 | 12:10
Gov. Kathy Hochul signs a bill on Feb. 3 to shield the identities of doctors who prescribe abortion medications. ( Photo by Mike Groll/Office of Gov. Kathy Hochul) State shields abortion pill prescribers after a doctor was indicted in Louisiana New York Gov. Kathy Hochul on Monday signed a bill to shield the identities of doctors who prescribe abortion medications,... News 05 Feb 2025 | 04:35
State Senator James Skoufis (D-42). ( Photo provided) Skoufis tapped for senate leadership role State Senator James Skoufis (D-42) has been appointed to Senate leadership as deputy majority leader for State Federal Relations.... Home 26 Jan 2025 | 08:10
Proposed religious college in Sterling Forest raises concern