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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.

Events at Mine Dock Park

August 22, 2019 Mary Jane Pitt

There are two events coming up at Mine Dock Park, its Friends group announced this week.

Environmental group visits Chamber

August 15, 2019 Mary Jane Pitt

After a couple of months hiatus, the Highlands Chamber of Commerce met last week.

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…

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?”

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.

Fourth of July is “alive and well”

June 7, 2019 Mary Jane Pitt

The committee meets at Village Hall at 9 a.m on Saturday mornings.

Cupcake Festival a sweet tradition

May 23, 2019 Editorial Staff

Sweet potato, pina colada, maple bacon, cannoli. These may sound like strange varieties of cupcakes, but they nothing short of delicious.

Students who excel in arts honored

May 17, 2019 Mary Jane Pitt

On May 9 the Highland Falls-Fort Montgomery Central School District held its annual Artists’ Recognition.

‘Imagination & Community’

May 2, 2019 Mary Jane Pitt

“When we have children’s events, we tend to talk a lot about imagination,” Highland Falls Library Director Leslie Rose told the 50 or so people gathered downstairs in the library Sunday evening. “When we have adults with us, we tend to talk about community. That’s what this afternoon is, a gathering of friends, family and community.”