If it’s plaid, it ain’t bad

Third annual PlaidurDay returning to Windham on October 2, “because everyone is connected by a common thread.”

Top News

‘Our Dark Horse' to make world premiere

For more than two years, cameras quietly followed the daily rhythms of life at Unbridled Sanctuary in Greenville where Thoroughbreds find rescue from the slaughter pipeline.

AG investigating campground shooting; trooper involved identified

As standard practice, the agency is reviewing Monday night’s incident when a state trooper shot and killed a man brandishing a gun.

Cairo Senior Center vision becoming a reality

Shovels hit the dirt Tuesday for the official groundbreaking of what will be the new Cairo Senior Center.

Cats, owls, bears and more to be sold this weekend

Statuettes from public art exhibits in Catskill, Cairo and Coxsackie will hit the auction blocks this weekend.

Previous Stories

Both Cairo men charged in Roger Pitt’s murder have now pleaded guilty

Catskill proposing $11.4 million capital improvement project

Catskill Fire Company awarded $90K V-FIRE grant

Round Top firefighters get $144K for new airpacks

State sending checks of up to $200 to eligible New Yorkers

Community News

Supporting the litigation challenging New York’s sanctuary legislation

An elected sheriff should have the ability to determine how best to protect the people who elected him or her.

Twenty-eight new officers join DEC's ‘Thin Green Line’

DEC’s newest Environmental Conservation Officers (ECOs) will work in every single community across the state.

Hudson River Maritime Museum to host Corridor of Commerce Day

Stories will be shared about the Hudson Valley’s maritime, industrial, environmental, and cultural heritage.

Garden of the Month: 1800's home in Coeymans Hollow

The front is surrounded by beautiful flower beds continuing around the side and edged by a split rail fence.

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.

Opinion: Congressman Riley working to ease housing crunch

The housing crunch creates a whole range of problems for residents as well as the health of the local economy.

Palenville Pocket Park officially opens

The project, led by Palenville the Hamlet, has been a labor of love for musicians, volunteers, local businesses and residents.

Around the Mountain

Check out Old Factory Brewing Company in Cairo

They offer an impressive selection of unique craft beers and even make their own sodas, including Cairo Mist.

Music & Entertainment

Athens Cultural Center presents an evening with David Amram

The legendary Pete Seeger once described Amram as “one of the most talented musicians in the universe.”

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.

Garlic Festival returning to Saugerties this month

Some 200 vendors are expected for the annual event and the official food list reads almost like a dare.

Hudson Valley Dance Festival returning to Historic Catskill Point

Proceeds help those in the Hudson Valley and across the country living with HIV/AIDS and other debilitating illnesses.

Obituaries

Michael Peck

Michael Robert (Fred) Peck passed away on Friday, September 11, 2026, at his home, at age 53, in the arms of his wife and daughter.

Sheryl Konsul

Sheryl “Sherry” Konsul, 72, of Coxsackie passed away peacefully on Tuesday, September 8, 2026, surrounded by loving family.

William J. Alfeld, Jr.

William J. “Billy” Alfeld, Jr., 58, of Cairo, passed away on September 6, 2026.

Brian W. Cross

Brian went home to God on Tuesday, September 1, 2026, at the age of 57.

Today in History

On September 20, 1776, the Great Fire of New York devastated a quarter of the city. In the months prior, the army under George Washington had repeatedly threatened to burn New York City, rather than let the British seize it. The fire started six days after the Crown’s forces took the city. The actual cause of the fire, however, remains a mystery.

Events

Upcoming local happenings

Sun

20

Sep 2026

Trap Shooting at the Norton Hill Wildlife

Greenville, NY

Family-friendly and open to the public with a 9 a.m. start. Call 518-646-6338 for info.

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Sun

20

Sep 2026

Pink Up the County Road Rally/Poker Run

Coxsackie, NY

Register 9-10:15 a.m. on Salon 255 in Coxsackie. Ends at Blackthorne Resort in East Durham. Supports cancer research and awareness; 2, 3 and 4 wheels welcome.

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20

Sep 2026

All-You-Can-Eat Chicken BBQ

Kiskatom, NY

At the Kiskatom Fire Department; take-out, 2-3 p.m. and regular serving, 3:30-6 p.m. Adults $16, kids (6-12) $7, kids 5 & under free. 518-678-9986.

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Sun

20

Sep 2026

Tea and Revolution at the Bronck House

Coxsackie, NY

With colonial refreshments and tales of the tea table along with an exhibit of period tea equipage. Begins 2 p.m. Tickets at gchistory.org/tea.

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24

Sep 2026

Coxsackie UMC Rummage Sale

Coxsackie, NY

At the United Methodist Church of Coxsackie, 103 Mansion Street from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Lunch served until 2 p.m. Handicapped lift available.

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Thu

24

Sep 2026

Scout Troop 42 BBQ

Greenville, NY

At the Greenville gazebo, 3:30-6:30 p.m. or until sold out. Chicken dinners, $18; rib dinners $20.

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