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Village Board approves water project

January 20, 2021 Mary Jane Pitt

The Highland Falls Village Board met Tuesday, a day later than usual due to the Martin Luther King Day closure of Village Hall.

Obituaries – January 22, 2021

January 20, 2021 Editorial Staff

Neal Brown wished the world one final “Good mornin’!” and entered into eternal life on Monday, December 28th, 2020, after a short battle with COVID pneumonia. He was 74.

Government

Much to talk about in 2021

January 13, 2021 Mary Jane Pitt

After Monday’s annual reorganization meeting the Highlands Town Board had a regular business meeting. Among the actions taken was bringing up some things they want to talk about in 2021.

County begins first round of COVID-19 vaccinations

January 13, 2021 Ken Cashman

The county executive was upbeat on Jan. 6, and so were many of the health-care workers who waited to be vaccinated. Several people called it an “emotional event.”

Obituaries – January 15, 2021

January 13, 2021 Editorial Staff

Mary-Kate Squicciarini passed away on Tuesday, January 5, 2021 after a 20-year battle with cancer that she fought with resilience, strength, and bravery, never allowing it to define her life.

And the award for most popular page…

January 6, 2021 Mary Jane Pitt

Sara Kelley may just be 37 years old, but she is passionate about what happened before she was ever born. Particularly, she is passionate about Town of Highlands history.

Devitts worries about more than their bottom line

January 6, 2021 Ken Cashman

It’s been a tough year for small businesses. Some were closed for months during the pandemic. Others lost revenue, because their customers were short of funds or avoiding public places. Almost every business has incurred new expenses to keep their clientele safe.

Obituary – January 8, 2021

January 6, 2021 Editorial Staff

Mary “Moddy” Pimento passed away on Friday, January 1, 2021, at the New York State Firemen’s Home in Hudson, NY. She was 91 years old.

Purple Heart Coin Act signed into law

December 29, 2020 Editorial Staff

Rep. Sean Patrick Maloney’s National Purple Heart Hall of Honor Commemorative Coin Act bill has been signed into law by President Trump.