Milford Troop 1071 to participate in Wreaths Across America Milford Scout Troop 1071 will be participating in Wreaths Across America (WAA) this year, which pays tribute to area veterans... Local News 15 Nov 2024 | 12:10
L-R Back: Pike County Commissioner Ronald Schmalzle, George Haney with American Legion Post 851 of Dingmans Ferry, Greater Pike Community Foundation Executive Director Rick Little, Greater Pike Community Foundation Board Chair Luke Turano, Pike County Veterans Affairs Office Director Jesiah Schrader, Pike County Commissioner Matthew Osterberg, VetStock secretary Allan Schatz, Mike Barth of the Milford Marsch-Kellogg American Legion Post 139, and John Kupillas of Milford Veterans of Foreign War. L-R Front: Joe Scebetta of Newman Smith American Legion Post 514, Pike County Commissioner Christa Caceres, Gary Brink of Gung Ho Marine Corp League, and Don Knight of Gung Ho Marine Corp League. ( Photo provided) County establishes new fund supporting local veterans The Pike County Commissioners, Pike County Veterans Affairs Office, Greater Pike Community Foundation and VetStock have banded... Local News 11 Nov 2024 | 11:37
World on Fire Monument. ( Photo provided) Veterans Memorial Park and Education Center dedicates monument Veterans Memorial Park and Education Center in Matamoras will be dedicating the completion of their monument, “The World... Local News 08 Nov 2024 | 12:10
The Borough will be holding two events for veterans in November. Several veterans and advocates came to the council meeting (L-R): Ralph deRosa, Erica Brennan, Kim Nehring, Jim Mulligan, Don “Gunny” Knight, and Stacy Zamborsky. ( Photo by Melinda Compton) Speed bumps coming to local streets A proclamation was enthusiastically passed to acknowledge November as Veteran Recognition Month. This year, there will be... Local News 23 Oct 2024 | 12:27
The program includes horsemanship activities and a shared community meal. ( Photo provided) GAIT launches free veterans fellowship program GAIT Equine Assisted Services recently announced the launch of its new Veterans Fellowship Program, made possible through... Local News 16 Oct 2024 | 12:00
Destiny Hallenback with Orange County Legislator Barry Cheney, Rumshock Vice President Peter Hall, Florida Mayor Daniel Harter Jr., State Sen. James Skoufis, State Assemblyman Karl Brabenec, Warwick Town Supervisor Jesse Dwyer, and Greenwood Lake Mayor Tom Howley. ( Photo courtesy of Peter Lyons Hall) Elected officials serve dinner at third annual Rumshock Foundation event Recognizing that it takes more than a village to address the housing needs of veterans in Orange County, elected officials... Local News 02 Oct 2024 | 08:41
Rep. Ryan’s ‘C.A.R.E.S.’ van. Rep. Ryan’s ‘C.A.R.E.S.’ van to return Oct. 7 Congressman Pat Ryan (D-18) will be bringing his Constituent Advocacy Resources Empowerment Services (C.A.R.E.S.) van to... Local News 02 Oct 2024 | 07:06
Rep. Ryan’s ‘C.A.R.E.S.’ van. Rep. Ryan’s ‘C.A.R.E.S.’ van returns Congressman Pat Ryan (D-18) will be bringing his Constituent Advocacy Resources Empowerment Services (C.A.R.E.S.) van to... Local News 26 Jul 2024 | 03:49
The strength of a warrior in Lusk, Neb. ( Photo courtesy of Suzanne Williamson) Milford resident bikes across the country Since May, Milford’s Suzanne Williamson has battled hills, weather, tractor trailers, and just about everything else that... Local News 23 Jul 2024 | 09:32
Nam Knights of America are sponsoring this year’s breakfast. ( Photo courtesy of Hospice of Orange & Sullivan Counties) Veterans breakfast to be held June 12 at Otterkill Country Club A breakfast to honor veterans, show appreciation for their sacrifices and provide camaraderie and a sense of community will... News 05 Jun 2024 | 11:21
The meaning of Memorial Day I write this not to criticize but to clarify. As Americans we all understand and are grateful for the sacrifices made and... Letters to the Editor 31 May 2024 | 02:15
Pike County Veterans Affairs Office to hold grand opening The Pike County Veterans Affairs Office invites all to attend the grand opening ceremony to celebrate the successful relocation... Local News 22 May 2024 | 03:28
‘Pull the Tank’ to support veterans set for June 15 United Way of the Dutchess-Orange Region announced the return of its Pull the Tank event at 10 a.m. on Saturday, June 15.... News 21 May 2024 | 03:28
New scholarship available for military dependents The Committee for Families of War Veterans recently announced the Honor Salute Scholarship, a new scholarship to be awarded... News 15 Apr 2024 | 02:36
USN retired Captain Robert J. “Pete” Petry will be honored during the gala. Rumshock Veterans Foundation to hold annual gala April 25 On April 25, 2024 the Rumshock Veterans Foundation will hold its Third Annual Gala Cocktail Party at the Osiris Country Club... Home 29 Mar 2024 | 03:57