David Goodwillie is the guest for a new literary salon series launching in Ellenville on Saturday, March 2. Goodwillie will read from his work, answer questions, and describe his picaresque journey in…
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New Paltz Remembers First Same-Sex Weddings, 20 Years Later
Twenty years ago this week, two dozen LGBTQ+ couples donned their best coats and met at a park in New Paltz to do two things: get married, and break the law. The…
New York’s State Legislature Approves New Congressional Map
The New York State legislature Wednesday finalized new Congressional lines for the 2024 races, clearing the way for petitioning for the June primaries that started on Tuesday. Here’s a look at what…
Freezing Temperatures Returning; Here Are Some Tips for Keeping Pets Safe
This month, New York State went through several big snow storms, leading to the closure of schools and widespread power outages. Now, freezing temperatures are back, especially at night. While residents typically…
Ukraine: 2 Years Later with Dr. Larysa Dyrszka
Two years ago, as the invasion of Ukraine began, we spoke with Dr. Larysa Dyrszka, a Ukrainian-American residing in Sullivan County and a retired pediatrician, to discuss the humanitarian aid efforts taking…
Votebeat/Spotlight PA: A Deficit of Experienced Voting Officials Could Mean Trouble For PA’s 2024 Election
This article is made possible through Spotlight PA’s collaboration with Votebeat, a nonpartisan news organization covering local election administration and voting. Sign up for Votebeat’s free newsletters here. BY: Carter Walker of…
Young Driver from Ellenville Sees Early Career Success
Brock Pinkerous is a 13-year-old race car driver from Ellenville, New York. Despite racing competitors who are in their 30s and 40s, Pinkerous has done more than hold his own. He…
NY Legislature Rejects New Congressional Maps from Independent Commission
Democrats in the New York State Legislature on Monday rejected new congressional district maps drawn by a bipartisan redistricting commission and are opting to draw their own maps instead. Republicans, who are…
NY Focus: Hochul’s Plan to Close Prisons Faces a Fight
GOVERNOR KATHY HOCHUL has made no secret of her goal to scale back state spending across agencies. But among some rural state lawmakers, her plan to save $77 million on prisons is driving…