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When will Central Hudson get it together? 
 In August 2021 Central Hudson realized that they had a problem with their billing system. They stopped sending bills until April or May 2022. They supposedly had the problem fixed. Sadly, they … more
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Plant native ground cover
I feel guilty about the way I planted 50 Canada Anemone plugs last weekend.  These ground covers are native – despite the name – and they are aggressive.  You wouldn’t … more
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Protecting Women’s Rights
Hon. Colin Schmitt Assemblyman District 99 6 Depot Street Washingtonville, NY 10992 Dear Colin: I hope this letter finds you well. I know that you are engaged in a rigorous campaign. I am … more
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Pro-life culture must be created
Many people are rejoicing while others are enraged after the recent overturning of Roe v. Wade by the Supreme Court. I personally consider abortion to be abhorrent, one of the worst evils to ever … more
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Democracy is on the ballot
Last week, three Supreme Court rulings illustrated how decades of legalized political bribery are chipping away at democracy, driving it closer to resembling fascist Hungary, Turkey, and Middle … more
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Anti-abortion issue
Abortion means the destruction of a life that could amount to something.  That’s what troubles me.  On the other hand these anti-abortion laws have great unexpected … more
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A lesson in civics
I thought it was an appropriate time to discuss education…specifically, Civics.  As has been shown over the past 3 years, we as a country, have no clue how Government actually … more
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Lee Zeldin for Governor
The 2022 election season has been like a roller coaster ride. The redistricting which resulted from the census, manifested political prejudicial districts favoring one party. Successful litigation … more
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The leader we need - Colin Schmitt
I am happy to see people are waking up and realizing Democrats are sinking our nation. I recently read news analyzing the race for the 18th congressional district, showing a shift from favoring … more
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Who are the real radicals?
When a copy of the draft of the Dobbs decision of the Supreme Court was leaked to Politico, what was Senator Schumer’s response? Did he denounce the leaker and the unprecedented and … more
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Consumer sentiment
The University of Michigan has been compiling their Index of Consumer Sentiment since 1978. This index reflects consumer views on their personal financial situation, the year-ahead outlook in … more
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Concern for Newburgh firefighters
I have been a supporter of First Responders all of my adult life, and although I don’t live in the city of Newburgh, I have followed the news pertaining to the City of Newburgh Fire Department … more
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Save the born! Ban assault weapons!
In contrast, it appears that many states have open season on humans who are born. In the South and Southwest, humans, including minors, who are raped and become pregnant must now bear the pregnancy … more
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No longer the wild west
Mass shootings must be stopped. They happen so much less often in other countries that we must be missing the point. We love our cowboy image but this is no longer the wild west. Without extensive … more
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I guess the SAFE Act isn’t really safe
I’m having lots of trouble getting my head around the latest mass murder committed in Texas by a teenager with an assault weapon. I’m still stuck in the mass murder committed by a … more
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Exceptional service
I would like to acknowledge Joann Carpana for her exceptional service to the Alzheimer’s Association Hudson Valley Chapter. Joann has been an integral part of the chapter by volunteering in … more
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In solidarity with the people of Ukraine
We as members of the Peace, Justice and Prisons Committee and the New Paltz Society of Friends (Quakers) oppose violence in any form. As violence continues to escalate in Ukraine, we stand in … more
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Outlaw the sale of body armor
The Sunday morning news has mentioned that the Buffalo supermarket mass murderer was wearing body armor and that’s why he wasn’t stopped by being shot multiple times by the store’s … more
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Theresa Doris Riley
Theresa Doris Riley, of the Town of Newburgh, died peacefully on Tuesday, November 23, 2021. She was 86. Born April 9, 1935 in White Plains, NY, daughter of the late Frank L. and Theresa D. … more
Miguel Antonio Lugo
Miguel Antonio Lugo passed away suddenly on Monday, March 1, 2021, at St. Luke’s Montefiore Hospital in Newburgh, NY. He was 17. Miguel was born at Westchester Medical Center on April 26, … more
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