New Windsor couple pleads guilty to $3.4M Medicaid transportation scheme Rohail Raja, age 45, of New Windsor and his wife, Sharma Alam, age 45, also of New Windsor, plead guilty for their involvement... Police & Fire 15 May 2026 | 12:21
On May 8, Wine Time Owner Mark Chisholm shared a photo on the business’ Facebook page, depicting the damage done by the reported break-in. (photo posted with permission). ( Photo by Mark Chisolm.) Multiple police depts. investigating series of ‘smash-and-grab’ break-ins Police departments including the Warwick Town Police, The Town of Goshen Police and the New York State Police are investigating... Police & Fire 12 May 2026 | 10:42
Officer Jason Pirela was honored as the Correction Officer of the Year. ( Photo provided.) OC Sherriff’s Office honors member contributions At an awards ceremony on May 5, The Orange County Sheriff’s Office honored the contributions of 25 members for their service... Police & Fire 07 May 2026 | 10:48
Man at center of ‘Operation Hot Lunch’ sentenced to 12 years Kirkland Salmon, age 44, of Newburgh, was sentenced on April 22 in Orange County Court to an aggregate term of 12 years in... Police & Fire 05 May 2026 | 02:39
Staff from the Ramapo Catskill Library System poses in front of the lit-up Mario M. Cuomo Bridge. ( Photo provided.) Gov. Mario M. Cuomo Bridge illuminated in purple and white to recognize libraries across New York On April 19, the iconic Gov. Mario M. Cuomo Bridge was illuminated in purple and white in recognition of libraries across... Local News 05 May 2026 | 01:56
Orange County launches campaign to encourage safe choices during prom season The Orange County Department of Emergency Services, Orange County STOP DWI & Traffic Safety Program in partnership with the... Police & Fire 27 Apr 2026 | 02:21
Orange County Chamber of Commerce debuts program for aspiring entrepreneurs. ( Photo provided.) Orange County Chamber of Commerce debuts LaunchPad Entrepreneurial Business Academy Aspiring entrepreneurs graduating high schools and trade schools in Orange County will receive the tools – and for one, a... Business 27 Apr 2026 | 02:02
Orange County Chamber of Commerce announces new board chair The Orange County Chamber of Commerce announced that Board of Directors Vice Chairman Domenic Baiocco will assume the role... Business 23 Apr 2026 | 02:27
Shamless Moves takes over Tin Barn Brewing with high-energy alternative and classic covers on April 26 ( Photo provided.) Music for the Week: Enjoy rock, soul, poetry and more. Saturday, April 25 Start your afternoon at 2 p.m. with live music at the Warwick Valley Winery, Distillery & Orchard, 114... Entertainment 20 Apr 2026 | 03:31
OCIDA CEO Bill Fioravante addresses crowd at meeting on brownfield remediation. ( Photo by Dylan Skriloff) OCIDA and EPA team up to remediate brownfields in Orange County A new initiative aimed at locating and remediating brownfields in Orange County has been launched by the Orange County Industrial... Local News 14 Apr 2026 | 07:33
VooDoo Strangers will rock out at Trail’s End Taphouse on April 24. ( Photo Provided.) Music for the Week: Performances rom Sinus Rhythm, Lucky House, VooDoo Strangers and more. Saturday, April 18 Starting at 2 p.m., Sinus Rhythm brings pop and classic rock covers to Clearview Vineyard & Winery, 35... Entertainment 13 Apr 2026 | 01:25
According to press release from Brabanec’s office, road issues reported via the FixTheRoadsNY.com will be taken to the appropriate agency and his office will stay on the issue until it is addressed. ( Pixabay photo.) Brabanec launches new way for residents to report potholes Assemblyman Karl Brabanec has launched a new way for residents of the 98th Assembly District to report on potholes or other... Local News 10 Apr 2026 | 03:54
Sugar Loaf’s Eureka Books and More is one of seven stores participating in the Independent Bookstore Crawl. ( Photo by Elizabeth Barrett-Zahn.) Orange County Independent Bookstore Crawl returns April 24-26 The Second Annual Orange County Independent Bookstore crawl will take place from April 24-26, celebrating Independent Bookstore... Local News 09 Apr 2026 | 10:08
Sen. James Skoufis, Assm. Jonathan Jacobson join leaders from OC hospitals to announce new grant incentive for pediatric readiness. New grant program announced for OC hospitals Senator James Skoufis (D-Orange County) and Assemblyman Jonathan Jacobson (D-Newburgh) joined Montefiore St. Luke’s Cornwall,... Local News 07 Apr 2026 | 10:12
Brooks Milgate Trio brings a soulful keyboard set to the Last Whisky Bar on April 17 ( Ellen Synder Photography.) Music for the Week: Enjoy concerts, musicals and dancing Saturday, April 11 Start the afternoon at the Goshen Public Library and Historical Society, 366 Main Street, for the first... Entertainment 06 Apr 2026 | 04:44
