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Steven Bunt’s wife, Sherry, pins a shield onto his uniform. He sworn in on Sept. 20 as a new part-time officer for the Cornwall-on-Hudson Police Department.
Fire department finds replacement for engine truck
Cornwall-on-Hudson Fire Department Chief Charles Quinn reported to the Village Board last week that the fire department’s insurance company has written the department a check for $223,000 for … more
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Two public hearings, and two to come, for Cornwall’s Town Board
The Town Board started its September 17 business meeting with two public hearings – first a hearing at which there was no public comment on the removal of the off-street parking requirement for … more
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Lots of fun programs coming up at the Cornwall Public Library!
Hey arts and music and history enthusiasts: get out a pen and mark your calendars for quite a few fun events at the Cornwall Public Library, Adult Programming & Outreach Coordinator Brenda … more
During the Patriot Day ceremony, Roxanne Galvin laid a wreath in honor of her husband, Robert, who died two years ago as a result of health-related complications from working in the area of Ground Zero.
The other victims of 9/11 should also be remembered
Each year, citizens young and old gather at Patriot Day ceremonies either to honor the loss of a loved one during the Sept. 11, 2001 attacks, or to pay their respects for the 2,977 victims who lost … more
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At its September 23 meeting, the Highlands Town Board was expected to pass a resolution asking New York State to reduce the speed on Old State Rd., which runs between Highland Falls and Fort Montgomery, to 30 mph fully. Currently, the road is 35mph on the Highland Falls side of it and 40mph on the Fort Montgomery side. Supervisor Bob Livsey said the board received a request from a resident – via Senator James Skoufis’ office – to reduce both sides to 30 mph. “We have to go through a whole process with the state Department of Transportation,” Supervisor Bob Livsey said, “to see if they’ll lower it.”
2025 budget work begins for Highlands
The Town Board began its 2025 budget work on Monday (September 23) with a 6 p.m. meeting on the topics of: Recreation, Assessor, Town Board, Supervisor, Treasurer, Veterans, Seniors, Beautification. … more
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Satellite mental health clinics are now in local schools
Orange County Executive Steve Neuhaus and the Orange County Department of Mental Health (OCDMH) are determined to improve access to mental health support for the youth of Orange County through the … more
Cornwall Coffee Co. had this very old vehicle in front of the store – the merchant had a line of both coffee drinkers and car enthusiasts all day.
Sunday was an absolutely perfect day in Cornwall!
It’s not often that organizers of a major event find themselves with a perfect day, but the Greater Cornwall Chamber of Commerce did on Sunday, when they hosted the 52nd annual Cornwall Fall … more
Among those being considered for Hometown Heroes banners are Ken Kumpel (l.), a FDNY member who lost his life on 9/11 and Captain Paul Bucha (r.), a Medal of Honor recipient who passed away in July.
Cornwall-on-Hudson sets sights on banners and lights
Cornwall-on-Hudson Trustee Lori Beth Paliotta has identified 22 utility poles, on Hudson Street, which could be used for illuminated holiday decorations or Hometown Hero banners, a project which the … more
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A view of the area of the Armistead wreck, just last week, from Grandview and Cornwall Ave. in Cornwall-on-Hudson.
World War I vessel remembered
In a move recognizing local history, the Cornwall Yacht Club has donated a sign to the Village of Cornwall-on-Hudson which highlights the Hudson River wreck of the Armistead, a ship built during WWI. … more
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Route 218 reopens over Storm King Mountain
On September 13, about 14 months after floods washed out a 300-foot stretch of Rt. 218 between West Point and Cornwall-on-Hudson, Governor Kathy Hochul announced the road reopened to traffic. … more
Ali Ali is described as a medium-skinned Indian male, approximately 5'5" tall, weighing approximately 180lbs. At the time of his last sighting, he was wearing a black shirt, black pants, and no shoes.
UPDATE: Suspect is now in custody
The New York State Police and local police agencies are currently searching in the Woodbury area for a suspect wanted for several violent felony crimes out of New York City.   The … more
The honorees pose with Orange County and Cornwall officials.
County’s ‘SuperAgers’ honored at Cornwall’s Munger Cottage
“Please, share your secrets with us!” Those were the words of County Executive Steve Neuhaus as he spent lunchtime at Munger Cottage in Cornwall on September 13 – he was there … more
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Route 218 was closed for more than a year, following the July, 2023 flooding.
Hochul announces reopening of Route 218
Governor Kathy Hochul  announced Friday that State Route 218 in the Town of Highlands, Orange County, has reopened to traffic for the first time since devastating floods in July 2023 washed … more
Last October, a young man cruising through the finish line at the 2023 Cornwall Color Run found himself bombarded with color by volunteers working at the event!
Cornwall Color Bash is October 5
There’s a new location this year, but the Cornwall Color Bash promises to be just as much fun as the last two years! It’s a billed as a “larger-than-life party equipped with music, … more
Grace Suchanyc and Historian Ronnie Coffey are shown preparing the soon-to-be Hometown USA exhibit in the Historian’s office this summer.
Hometown U.S.A: Remembering the Return of the Iran Hostages
Once upon a time, the Village of Highland Falls, New York was the center of the Universe. Well…maybe I’m exaggerating a little. But it certainly seemed that way on a cold winter day … more
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Anne Venezia Capone, a Cornwall/Cornwall-on-Hudson resident since 1950, celebrated her 100th birthday on Sunday, Sept. 8. Posing for a group photo with the birthday girl are Mayor James Gagliano, Supervisor Josh Wojehowski and Recreation’s Phylis Murphy.
Cornwall’s newest centenarian just celebrated for the fourth time
There aren’t that many local folks who can say that both Cornwall-on-Hudson Mayor James Gagliano and Cornwall Supervisor Josh Wojehowski have stopped by their homes – at the same time … more
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Budget work begins for the Cornwall Town Board
When the Town Board met on Tuesday evening (September 10), they were expected to introduce a local law to override the tax cap levy, and set a public hearing (most likely on October 15) for the … more
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Congressman Pat Ryan speaks at the Orange County Emergency Services Center last week.
Ryan announces Orange County public safety funding
Congressman Pat Ryan joined with Orange County Executive Steve Neuhaus, Orange County Sheriff Paul Arteta and Orange County Commissioner of Emergency Services Peter Cirigliano last week to announce … more
Newly formed run club to meet weekly on Saturday mornings
Ivette Duran has been interested in fitness for the past four years, but only started running a few months ago when she was selected in a lottery drawing to participate in the New York City Marathon … more
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Illuminated snowflakes similar to this one will be coming this winter to a utility pole near you.
Watch for snowflakes on Cornwall’s Main Street
The Town Board has approved the spending of $6753 from the Town of Cornwall’s Economic Development Advisory Committee (EDAC) budget for the purchase of 17 snowflake lights for Main St. They … more
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