Music & Entertainment

Catskills Comedy Festival: A three-day laugh-a-thon

The festival runs October 16-18 in multiple venues in Catskill, within easy strolling distance of each other.

Top News

Hochul and Blakeman to square off in first and only debate

Tuesday’s hour-long showdown between Democratic governor and Republican challenger will begin at 7 p.m.

Greenville grad to be inaugurated as HVCC president

Tuesday’s ceremony is part of a weeklong series of events highlighting the college’s leadership and growth.

Fourth planning board member asked to recuse from hotel review

If that happens, the controversial project could come to a halt and put Windham in uncharted legal waters.

Who is that guy riding up and down Route 23?

Jim Smith has been pedaling past you on his trademark trike for years—and it is what saved his life.

Previous Stories

Who is on the ballot this Election Day? Here is the rundown

A whopper of a remodel underway at Burger King in Catskill

No measles cases reported in Greene County this year

Local nonprofit sees growing need among homeless children

County tax levy to remain flat for eighth straight year

Community News

Patriots Burial Marker to be dedicated at Locust Cemetery

The marker commemorates ten Greenville-area people, buried at the cemetery, who served in the American Revolution.

Free adoptions at the Columbia-Greene Humane Society

From October 19-31, all cats, dogs, and small animals at the shelter will be available for adoption at no cost.

The blessing of being an American

We must all consider how different our lives might be had we not been fortunate enough to be born in this country.

Food for Thought: The farm stand

Take the time to visit one of our local farm stands while the weather still allows them to stay open.

Caldara named Greene County’s 2026 Veteran of the Year

U.S. Army Lieutenant Colonel Barbara Caldara served as an emergency room nurse in Vietnam and later as administrator of Greene County Family Planning.

Civil Air Patrol assists in search for missing child

Members responded from across the state, with some traveling from as far as four hours away to assist.

$1.8M secured to expand behavioral and women’s health

Funding was awarded to CMH and agencies in Greene and Columbia counties to strengthen rural health care.

‘Twenty-five years later, we say thank you’

Town of Cairo recognized seven residents who responded to New York City in the aftermath of the 9/11 attacks.

‘Zeitgeist - Harry & Halloween’ coming to Magic On Main

This October 31 marks the 100th anniversary of Harry Houdini’s untimely death on his favorite holiday.

‘Our Dark Horse' to make world premiere

Cameras quietly followed the daily rhythms of life at Unbridled Sanctuary in Greenville where Thoroughbreds find rescue from the slaughter pipeline.

Catskills Comedy Festival returns for a third year

The festival, slated for October 16-18, features stand-up, improv, alt comedy, vaudeville, film and free family programming.

Woodstock Film Festival to kick off with screening of ‘American Zoo’

Documentary on Catskill Game Farm explores the startling history behind a place remembered fondly by generations.

Obituaries

Jack Schane

Jack Schane, 78, of Hunter, New York passed away peacefully surrounded by family on Monday, October 5, 2026.

Rebecca Schulze

Rebecca Schulze, 53, of Germantown, NY passed peacefully on August 19 at Albany Medical Center, surrounded by her loving family.

Cheryl Ann Cox

Cheryl Ann (Hulbert) Cox passed away on October 2, 2026.

John “Jack” Brower

John “Jack” Brower, 88, of Haines Falls, NY, passed away on September 18, 2026.

Today in History

On October 13, 1792, the cornerstone is laid for a presidential residence in the newly designated capital city of Washington, D.C. In 1800, President John Adams became the first president to reside in the executive mansion, which soon became known as the White House. In 1814, during the War of 1812, the White House was set on fire by British soldiers and subsequently rebuilt.

Events

Upcoming local happenings

Fri

16

Oct 2026

Witchy Women of Colonial America

Coxsackie, NY

Bronck Museum, Coxsackie, at 2 p.m. Curator Shleby Mattice discusses the dangerous relationship between marginalized women and superstition.

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Sat

17

Oct 2026

Friends of the Cairo Library Used Book Sale

Cairo, NY

10 a.m. to 2 p.m. behind the library. $1 paperbacks, $2 hardcovers, $7 bag of books.

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Sat

17

Oct 2026

C-A Rotary Coat Drive

Coxsackie, NY

From 10 a.m. to noon at the West Coxsackie BSNB branch. New and gently used coats, hats, gloves, and mittens gladly accepted.

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Sat

17

Oct 2026

5th Annual Cornhole for a Cause

Catskill, NY

At Dutchman’s Landing in Catskill, 12-7 p.m. to benefit In-Flight. Entertainment, vendors, food trucks, music, drone show and more.

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Sat

17

Oct 2026

Music for a Mission

Jewett, NY

A benefit for Ukraine at the Ukrainian Community Center in Jewett. An Afternoon of Eclectic Beats and Ukrainian Eats from 1-5 p.m.

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Sat

17

Oct 2026

Spaghetti & Meatball Dinner

Coxsackie, NY

At the First Reformed Church of Coxsackie. Take-out, 3-4 p.m. or eat-in, 4-6 p.m. $12 adults, $8 kids. Call 518-731-8470.

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