Aaron Tirpack, left, and Joe Clark preparing to handle the remains of someone who died of Covid-19. Tirpack lost 25 pounds during the pandemic; Clark ended up in the hospital thinking he was having a heart attack. ( Patricia Ferguson) The mad dash to keep society functioning Frontline workers like doctors, nurses, and grocery store employees have rightly been applauded for risking their health... Local News 31 Jul 2020 | 01:19
An older woman tries out a firearm at Master Class Shooters Supply in Monroe, N.Y. (Photo by Rose Miller) People of all walks invest in ‘the great equalizer’ More Americans bought a gun in June than in any month on record, and it’s not just the usual repeat customers. The gun binge,... Local News 24 Jul 2020 | 12:42
Bob Maxwell, co-owner of Style Counsel in Warwick, N.Y., which has been doing brisk business since retail stores were allowed to reopen with safety measures. (He took his mask off momentarily for the photo.) (Photo by Becca Tucker) Shopkeepers reopen to healthy, even record, sales The future of local retail? “That’s a good one,” laughs Bob Maxwell in his baritone, before excusing himself as “the quiet... Business 01 Jul 2020 | 05:06
Indoor dining halted in New Jersey as other recreation reopens (AP) New Jersey Gov. Phil Murphy on Monday postponed the resumption of indoor dining. Murphy said he acted because of a lack... Local News 30 Jun 2020 | 01:55
Customer Rich at John’s Barbershop Heads, and the stylists who love them, return to life Since Tristate salons and barbershops were mandated to shut down in March, many have been forced to apply for loans or dip... Local News 23 Jun 2020 | 04:47
Warwick Valley chamber plans virtual networking event The Warwick Valley Chamber of Commerce members will host a virtual Coffee & Connections, a morning networking event. Virtual... Business 19 Jun 2020 | 03:18
More NJ reopenings: Pools, sports, salons Outdoor swimming pools, outdoor sports, and personal care services reopened in New Jersey on Monday, June 22, with restrictions.... Local News 19 Jun 2020 | 02:50
The new logo for WGHT. Warwick. WTBQ sister radio station in New Jersey now both AM and FM Last year Frank Truatt, owner of radio station WTBQ (AM 1100//FM 93.5) based in Warwick, and Station Manager Taylor Sterling... Business 02 Jun 2020 | 10:39
One of our first entries. Robin bought a lilac bush from Tom’s Greenhouse in Goshen, N.Y., in honor of her mother. “She liked to bring lilacs in the house on the dining room table. When I went to Tom’s Greenhouse last week, I was looking for colorful flowers to plant. This lilac bush took me by surprise when I saw it,” writes Robin. “I love it and it is growing beautifully. Tom’s Greenhouse had everything I needed to plant it.” Win $50 for shopping locally The contest is officially open: we’re rewarding our readers a $50 gift card for shopping locally every week through July.... Local News 04 Jun 2020 | 05:33
Florida. ShopRite launches #EssentialThanks campaign ShopRite has kicked off a campaign to thank the important health-care workers, first responders and supermarket associates... Business 04 May 2020 | 05:09
Heart to Harvest Chairman Robby Younes ( Provided photo) Restaurant rescue Small restaurant owners face an uncertain future with no guarantees that they'll ever be able to open their doors again.... Business 27 Apr 2020 | 08:31
"Channel 7 Eyewitness News came by to interview me about our unique partnership and what we’re doing for the community," said Mohawk House owner Steve Scro. ( Photo provided) Mohawk House gets attention for its innovative pop-up market Straus News, which publishes the Sparta Independent, Township Journal, Advertiser News North, Advertiser News South, and... Local News 21 Apr 2020 | 09:43
The Green Team Realty associate brokers and agents toast each other on the firm’s first "Virtual Happy Hour" held last Friday, March 27. ( Provided photo) Office parties still possible with modern technology The Green Team Realty, with offices in Warwick and nearby Vernon, New Jersey, has been ahead of the curve with virtual weekly... Business 31 Mar 2020 | 03:38
Ken Freedman of Computrs Inc. ( Computrs Inc) Working remotely By Laurie Gordon With schools going remote and businesses having employees work from home, computers are more essential than... Business 16 Mar 2020 | 02:05
RSVP 'maybe'? Coronavirus puts wedding industry on edge (AP) Guests are jittery, travel is tangled, and soon-to-be brides and grooms are facing tough choices because of the coronavirus... Business 31 Mar 2020 | 11:34
