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Middletown Rolls Over, Changes Law to Allow Dogs in Select Public Parks
A law prohibiting dogs in public parks has been modified at the recommendation of the Downtown Middletown Business Improvement District.
Mar 17, 2026
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New York State to Launch Free Forever Chemical Tests for Private Well Owners
The test involves taking a 250 milliliter sample of well water and testing it for forever chemicals over a 24-hour period.
Mar 14, 2026
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2025 Exercise Prepared Responders for Plane Landing in Hudson River, County Official Says
Rescue teams were ready when a small aircraft with two aboard landed on the icy Hudson River on the night of March 2.
Mar 11, 2026
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Mount Hope Chinese Association Celebrates the Chinese New Year at Middletown High School
The local cultural event garnered praise from local leaders and politicians.
Mar 04, 2026
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Oliver Mantyk
Sheriff’s Office Launches Orange County Threat Advisory Panel to Prevent Targeted Violence
The state-funded organization came about because of an executive order from the governor after a mass shooting in 2022.
Mar 03, 2026
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No Plans for ICE Facility in Chester, Says Assemblyman Brian Maher
The conversion of an empty Pep Boys warehouse is no longer being considered.
Feb 25, 2026
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Gov. Hochul and Rep. Ryan Announce Bus Transit Study in West Hudson Valley
The study looks to reduce travel time to New York City.
Feb 25, 2026
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Feb 25
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Orange County Declares State of Emergency Over Forecast Blizzard Conditions
Roads are closed to all vehicle and pedestrian traffic except for essential municipal, medical, and law enforcement workers.
Feb 22, 2026
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Former NY Auditor Pleads Guilty to Stealing $400,000 From Town of Wallkill
Tobias Otieno used a stolen signature of a town supervisor and other information to transfer town funds to his personal businesses.
Feb 18, 2026
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NY Authorities Detect Bird Flu in Preliminary Tests on Dead Crows
The potentially contagious and lethal bird-borne disease may have entered Orange County, New York.
Feb 15, 2026
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New Barnes and Noble Store to Open at Galleria at Crystal Run
The bookstore is expected to open later this year.
Feb 11, 2026
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Orange County Office for the Aging Open for Senior Award Nominations
Orange County residents older than 60 have the opportunity to be recognized for their contributions to the community.
Feb 11, 2026
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Neuhaus Releases Orange County Field Guide for 250th Anniversary of US
The county executive highlighted the rich history of the Revolutionary War in the county.
Feb 04, 2026
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Newburgh Man Sentenced to 15 Years in Prison for Trafficking Firearms and Narcotics
Owen Beckford pleaded guilty to operating as a major trafficker for the 16th time since 2014.
Feb 01, 2026
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Report on Otisville Correctional Facility Shows Outstanding Environment but Some Inadequacies
A new report on the local prison facility identifies where it is doing well and where it needs improvement.
Jan 28, 2026
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Historic Railcar Operator TOYX in Negotiations With Port Jervis Regarding New Lease
After a premature cancellation of TOYX’s lease agreements, Port Jervis will negotiate a new land use agreement.
Jan 28, 2026
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Orange County Executive Neuhaus Declares Local State of Emergency
Neuhaus attributed the low levels of accidents and emergencies to the cooperation of residents.
Jan 26, 2026
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Industrial Development Agency Files Lawsuit Against Agency Monitor, NY Inspector General
The Orange County agency says that the decision was made too late and under political pressure.
Jan 21, 2026
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Jan 21
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Orange County Leaders Weigh In on Proposed ICE Facility in Village of Chester
The Chester Village Board said there has been no communication between the village and ICE or any federal government agencies.
Jan 19, 2026
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Jan 19
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Orange County Shows New Details for Schunnemunk Rail Trail Project
Orange County residents voiced their suggestions and concerns for the trail from Chester to Cornwall.
Jan 16, 2026
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Jan 16
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Oliver Mantyk
Middletown Rolls Over, Changes Law to Allow Dogs in Select Public Parks
A law prohibiting dogs in public parks has been modified at the recommendation of the Downtown Middletown Business Improvement District.
Mar 17, 2026
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Oliver Mantyk
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Mar 17
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Oliver Mantyk
New York State to Launch Free Forever Chemical Tests for Private Well Owners
The test involves taking a 250 milliliter sample of well water and testing it for forever chemicals over a 24-hour period.
Mar 14, 2026
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Mar 14
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Oliver Mantyk
2025 Exercise Prepared Responders for Plane Landing in Hudson River, County Official Says
Rescue teams were ready when a small aircraft with two aboard landed on the icy Hudson River on the night of March 2.
Mar 11, 2026
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Oliver Mantyk
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Mar 11
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Oliver Mantyk
Mount Hope Chinese Association Celebrates the Chinese New Year at Middletown High School
The local cultural event garnered praise from local leaders and politicians.
Mar 04, 2026
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Oliver Mantyk
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Mar 04
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Oliver Mantyk
Sheriff’s Office Launches Orange County Threat Advisory Panel to Prevent Targeted Violence
The state-funded organization came about because of an executive order from the governor after a mass shooting in 2022.
Mar 03, 2026
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Oliver Mantyk
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Mar 03
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Oliver Mantyk
No Plans for ICE Facility in Chester, Says Assemblyman Brian Maher
The conversion of an empty Pep Boys warehouse is no longer being considered.
Feb 25, 2026
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Oliver Mantyk
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Feb 25
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Oliver Mantyk
Gov. Hochul and Rep. Ryan Announce Bus Transit Study in West Hudson Valley
The study looks to reduce travel time to New York City.
Feb 25, 2026
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Oliver Mantyk
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Feb 25
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Oliver Mantyk
Orange County Declares State of Emergency Over Forecast Blizzard Conditions
Roads are closed to all vehicle and pedestrian traffic except for essential municipal, medical, and law enforcement workers.
Feb 22, 2026
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Oliver Mantyk
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Feb 22
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Oliver Mantyk
Former NY Auditor Pleads Guilty to Stealing $400,000 From Town of Wallkill
Tobias Otieno used a stolen signature of a town supervisor and other information to transfer town funds to his personal businesses.
Feb 18, 2026
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Oliver Mantyk
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Feb 18
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Oliver Mantyk
NY Authorities Detect Bird Flu in Preliminary Tests on Dead Crows
The potentially contagious and lethal bird-borne disease may have entered Orange County, New York.
Feb 15, 2026
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Oliver Mantyk
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Feb 15
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Orange County NY
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Oliver Mantyk
New Barnes and Noble Store to Open at Galleria at Crystal Run
The bookstore is expected to open later this year.
Feb 11, 2026
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Oliver Mantyk
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Feb 11
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Orange County NY
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Oliver Mantyk
Orange County Office for the Aging Open for Senior Award Nominations
Orange County residents older than 60 have the opportunity to be recognized for their contributions to the community.
Feb 11, 2026
|
Oliver Mantyk
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Feb 11
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Orange County NY
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Oliver Mantyk
Neuhaus Releases Orange County Field Guide for 250th Anniversary of US
The county executive highlighted the rich history of the Revolutionary War in the county.
Feb 04, 2026
|
Oliver Mantyk
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Feb 04
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Orange County NY
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Oliver Mantyk
Newburgh Man Sentenced to 15 Years in Prison for Trafficking Firearms and Narcotics
Owen Beckford pleaded guilty to operating as a major trafficker for the 16th time since 2014.
Feb 01, 2026
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Oliver Mantyk
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Feb 01
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Orange County NY
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Oliver Mantyk
Report on Otisville Correctional Facility Shows Outstanding Environment but Some Inadequacies
A new report on the local prison facility identifies where it is doing well and where it needs improvement.
Jan 28, 2026
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Oliver Mantyk
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Jan 28
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Orange County NY
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Oliver Mantyk
Historic Railcar Operator TOYX in Negotiations With Port Jervis Regarding New Lease
After a premature cancellation of TOYX’s lease agreements, Port Jervis will negotiate a new land use agreement.
Jan 28, 2026
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Oliver Mantyk
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Jan 28
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Orange County NY
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Oliver Mantyk
Orange County Executive Neuhaus Declares Local State of Emergency
Neuhaus attributed the low levels of accidents and emergencies to the cooperation of residents.
Jan 26, 2026
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Oliver Mantyk
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Jan 26
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Orange County NY
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Oliver Mantyk
Industrial Development Agency Files Lawsuit Against Agency Monitor, NY Inspector General
The Orange County agency says that the decision was made too late and under political pressure.
Jan 21, 2026
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Oliver Mantyk
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Jan 21
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Orange County NY
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Oliver Mantyk
Orange County Leaders Weigh In on Proposed ICE Facility in Village of Chester
The Chester Village Board said there has been no communication between the village and ICE or any federal government agencies.
Jan 19, 2026
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Oliver Mantyk
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Jan 19
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Oliver Mantyk
Orange County Shows New Details for Schunnemunk Rail Trail Project
Orange County residents voiced their suggestions and concerns for the trail from Chester to Cornwall.
Jan 16, 2026
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