October 2019 – Page 2 – The News of the Highlands

Now it’s time to ‘Give Back’

October 18, 2019 Mary Jane Pitt

For several decades, the community had a humane society. But, when veterinarian Dr. Nancy Beeman retired in 2018 and moved from the area, the 4 Paws Humane Society ceased operation.

With cake, coffee, a couple of speeches, a proclamation, two goats, pumpkins for sale, beautiful blue skies overhead, and a ton of community spirit, the West Point-Highland Falls Farmers Market’s 20th anniversary was celebrated on Sunday morning.

Schools were different over a century ago

October 17, 2019 Editorial Staff

Another school session is in full swing. Students are meeting with friends. Lots of interaction with sports, trips, and, oh yes, lots of classes for learning about everything, with new and ever-changing teachers.

At the H.F. Library

October 11, 2019 Mary Jane Pitt

It’s a busy time at the Highland Falls Library.

‘Trunk or treat’ is coming soon!

October 11, 2019 Mary Jane Pitt

The community’s annual Trunk or Treat event, co-sponsored by the town’s Girl Scouts and Chamber of Commerce, will take place on Thursday, Oct. 31 in Highland Falls.

327 students + three dogs

October 10, 2019 Mary Jane Pitt

Third, fourth and fifth grades can be hard.

Highland Falls Intermediate School

‘Parent University’ is set to begin

October 10, 2019 Mary Jane Pitt

The Highland Falls-Fort Montgomery Central School District is partnering with the Town of Highlands Community Coalition and the Alcohol & Drug Abuse Council of Orange County to bring a monthly educational series to parents surrounding alcohol and other drug use.