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Final band concert

August 23, 2019 Mary Jane Pitt

WEST POINT — The West Point Band will conclude the “Music Under the Stars” concert series with its annual Labor Day Celebration on Sunday, Sept. 1 at 7:30 p.m. at Trophy Point Amphitheater. In the event of inclement weather, the concert will take place on Monday, September 2.

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Top picks for poolside page-turners

August 9, 2019 Editorial Staff

Whether you’re lounging poolside or just sprawled out directly in front of the A/C, summer is a great time to catch up on some reading. We asked staff members at your local libraries, as well as our own here at News of the Highlands, Inc., for their summer reading recommendations…

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Speech tradition continues

August 9, 2019 Mary Jane Pitt

Before school ended for the year, eight students from the West Point Middle School competed in the school’s fourth annual speech contest. This year’s topic asked students in grades 5-8, “How can our words change the world?”

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New guide promotes tourism

June 14, 2019 Mary Jane Pitt

“Welcome to the Town of Highlands, the gateway to the Hudson Valley. From Bear Mountain to West Point we have spectacular views of the Hudson River and surrounding mountains. Dining and Shopping are always an option, and each season offers its own outdoor activities.