Just how dirty is your dirt? A big pile of orphaned dirt lies on the shoulder of Gate Schoolhouse Rd. in Goshen, one of a number of disowned dirt piles... Local News 20 Jun 2022 | 06:55
Photos by Daria Bonomini ‘The Great Day’: Add Ukrainian Easter traditions to your holiday Easter, or Velykden (“The Great Day”), is celebrated in Ukraine with an array of traditions. Easter in Ukraine follows the... Local News 05 Apr 2022 | 12:04
15 teen overdoses in two weeks stoke fears about new generation of synthetic marijuana At least 15 teenagers in the mid-Hudson region overdosed in the first half of March on marijuana-type products, ending up... Local News 30 Mar 2022 | 01:44
Amber Vitoulis and the impressive sash of badges she’s collected along the years. (Photo provided) Don’t worry, they’ve got Thin Mints: Supply chain shortages hit the Girl Scouts It’s finally March, and you know that that means. No, I don’t mean March Madness or Saint Patrick’s Day. Ladies and gentlemen,... Local News 16 Mar 2022 | 11:51
In a survey of over 180 local long haulers, fatigue, brain fog, and cough were the most common symptoms. Graphic by Christina Scotti. Covid long haulers battle exhaustion — and more than a dozen other symptoms The Rev. Dr. Rhonda Myers, a pastor at First Presbyterian Church in Goshen, N.Y., said she used to wake up in the morning... Local News 10 Mar 2022 | 12:05
Hoodoo medicine, acting, drawing, sipping and painting will be offered by OCAC The first Highlands Arts Alliance “Winter Arts Showcase” – a virtual exhibition hosted on our website – will begin February... Home and Garden 31 Jan 2022 | 06:14
Sculptor Carolyn Palmer working on her statute of Frank Sinatra in her studio in Saddle River, New Jersey. Provided photos. Frank Sinatra returns to Hoboken in style Frankie, aka “Ol’ Blue Eyes,” would be proud. Bobby-soxers, now in their 90s, may soon be swooning at the foot of the life-size... Local News 12 Jan 2022 | 01:08
Save the date for these local holiday events Seriously, no “Bah, Humbugs” this year, okay? Get ready to bring on the jolly. The holidays are back after a year of Covid-caused... Entertainment 06 Dec 2021 | 12:31
A heritage turkey at Banbury Cross Farm in Goshen, N.Y., which is not raising the price of its birds this year despite quadrupled shipping costs for feed. (Photo by Becca Tucker) Stressed supply chains make for priciest Thanksgiving meal ever This year’s Thanksgiving feast is on pace to be the costliest ever, starting with record-breaking price tags for turkeys.... Local News 05 Nov 2021 | 12:51
Bus drivers needed sign in Franklin, NJ ( Photo: Jeanne Straus) ‘It’s beyond anyone’s control’ Across the country, a national shortage of bus drivers added another layer of disruption to the 2021 school year. Local districts... Local News 22 Sep 2021 | 09:18
Bertha (Betty) Jeanette Goodyear Harris Family Matriarch Betty Harris passed away peacefully, surrounded by family, on Sunday, Aug. 29, 2021, at Middletown Park... Obituaries 07 Sep 2021 | 02:17
Immaculée Ilibagiza, who survived the Rwandan Genocide in 1994, will be the keynote speaker at this year’s Orange County Leadership Prayer Breakfast on Wednesday, Oct. 20, at The Barn at Villa Venezia in Middletown. Photo provided by Orange County Executive’s Office. Immaculée Ilibagiza has a story to share Immaculée Ilibagiza, who survived the Rwandan Genocide in 1994, will be the keynote speaker at this year’s Orange County... Home 22 Aug 2021 | 04:36
What stays? What goes? As the start of a new school year looms, Straus News wondered what routines and equipment from last year would remain and... Back to School 18 Aug 2021 | 08:07
The Academy of Film, Television, Stage and Performing Arts in Goshen will hold a 90-minute voice over workshop via Zoom on Saturday, July 24, at 2 p.m. Provided photo.. Zoom. Learn the steps to a voice over career The Academy of Film, Television, Stage and Performing Arts in Goshen will hold a 90-minute voice over workshop via Zoom on... Entertainment 13 Jul 2021 | 01:06
Nino Novellino Nino Novellino, the president of Costume Armour and a resident of Goshen, New York, passed away on Friday, June 11, 2021,... Obituaries 15 Jun 2021 | 12:46
