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Former President Barack Obama rides in a Jeep with Lt. General / USMA Supt. Steve Gilland during a parade / review in his honor for receiving the Sylvanus Thayer Award.
Special Honor For a Former President
Former President Barack H. Obama became the fifth President and 67th person to receive the Sylvanus Thayer Award. The Sylvanus Thayer Award is an honor given annually by the Association of Graduates … more
In memory of Lia Berardinelli
The fifth annual charity event and legacy ride, in honor of Lia Berardinelli, took place on Sept. 21. The foundation, Lia’s Life Legacy, was started to help other grieving families, as well as … more
Sit’n Chat returns in Highland Falls on October 2
At the next session of “Sit’n Chat” on Wednesday, October 2, at 6 p.m. at the American Legion Hall, 134 Old State Rd., Highland Falls, local history lovers will explore how an … more
5k walk/run for Alzheimer’s
On Sept. 21, Motivate Physical Therapy, located in the Town of Cornwall, held its second annual 5K walk/run. The date for the event was specifically chosen because it fell on World Alzheimer’s … more
Saturday is Mental Health Day!
From 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Saturday, Sept. 28, stop by Ladycliff Park in Highland Falls to participate in ‘Mental Health Day’, an outdoor event hosted by The Center of Highland Falls. … more
Are you good at trivia? Here’s an event for you!
What is Donald Duck’s middle name? a) Quack b) Fauntleroy c) No Middle Name. You’ll have to stop by the Highland Falls Fire Department Auxiliary’s Trivia Night on Friday, Oct. … more
Fort Montgomery’s Mine Torne Rd. closures announced
Mine Torne Road in Fort Montgomery, which is owned by West Point, will be closed on several upcoming dates, West Point’s Public Affairs Office has announced. They are Saturday, Oct. 28, … more
Climate Week event to be held in Highland Falls
The Town of Highlands will host an important event on Friday, Sept. 20 as part of the upcoming region-wide Climate Solutions Week. Anyone in our region who was impacted by the great flood of July 9, … more
West Point residents will hold Fall yard sales
The West Point community will hold its annual fall yard sale on Saturday, September 28, from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Shoppers from neighboring communities are welcome to visit the yard sale throughout … more
Decker, Geysen exhibit their work at Leo’s in Cornwall
The Cornwall Highlands Arts Alliance is pleased to announce that two Cornwall artists – Jen Decker and George Geysen will be exhibiting their creative work at Leo’s Italian Restaurant and … more
Dr. Dana E. Crawford, a pediatric and clinical psychologist, will host “Preventing and Repairing Cultural Misunderstandings” on Friday, September 27 at Mount Saint Mary College. She’s seen here speaking at another Desmond Center event, the Healing and Mental Health Arts Showcase, earlier this year.
Preventing & repairing cultural misunderstandings
The Desmond Center for Community Engagement and Wellness, a Mount Saint Mary College initiative, will host the presentation “Preventing and Repairing Cultural Misunderstandings” on … more
Harriman Commander Chris Holshek, John Clausen, Art Olah, Orange County Auxiliary secretary Becky Olah, Bobbie Fallon and Orange County Commander Earl Demberg at local American Legion meeting.
American Legion Meeting hosted by Highland Falls-West Point
The monthly Orange County American Legion Meeting was hosted by the Highland Falls-West Point American Legion Auxiliary #633 on September 13. Guest speaker was Harriman Commander Chris Holshek who … more
Ryan to host Service Academy information session
Congressman Pat Ryan will host his second annual Fall Service Academy Information Session on Friday, Sept. 20 from 6-8 p.m. on the SUNY Orange campus at One Washington Center in Newburgh. The event … more
Obama will receive Thayer Award
Barack Obama, 44th President of the United States, will receive the 2024 Sylvanus Thayer Award from the West Point Association of Graduates during ceremonies hosted by the U.S. Military Academy … more
Blood donors are needed!
In September, the American Red Cross stresses the continuing critical need for blood products to ensure patient care. Donors of all blood types are asked to give now to keep blood supply levels … more
Town of Highlands Democrats fundraiser is this Sunday
The Town of Highlands Democratic Party will hold a fundraising Clam Bake this Sunday, Sept. 15, at 14 River Crest Rd. in Fort Montgomery. Tickets are $50 per person and those interested can RSVP to … more
September is National Preparedness Month
Governor Kathy Hochul has announced that more than 400,000 New Yorkers have completed the State’s Citizen Preparedness Corps (CPC) training program, which is provided by the New York State … more
Tour of O’Neill High School
With the addition of seventh and eighth graders at O’Neill High School this fall some changes had to be made to fit everyone in! Last Thursday evening, Principal Robin Haberman and Assistant … more
Keeping it Fresh at Fort Montgomery
On Saturday, Sept. 21, from 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. at the Fort Montgomery State Historic Site (690 Rt. 9W, Fort Montgomery), learn what it was like to prepare for winter in the 18th and 19th Centuries. … more
Coming to Main Street, Highland Falls soon!
At a quick meeting on September 2, the Town of Highlands Consolidated Planning Board unanimously gave final approval for a new restaurant and bar on Main St. in Highland Falls – Westys. The … more
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