How moose inspired Cat’n Around Catskill

The public art project, now in its twentieth year, raised nearly $140,000 during Saturday’s auction.

Top News

Weekly foliage report showcases fall color progression

Interactive foliage map complements the reports, tracking weekly changes throughout the state and season.

West Athens Lime Street officially opens new firehouse

The company, formed in 1952, will also be serving as host for the 2027 Greene County Volunteer Firemen’s Association convention.

‘We are stitching together a better world, one seam at a time’

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

‘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.

Previous Stories

AG investigating campground shooting; trooper involved identified

Catskill proposing $11.4 million capital improvement project

Catskill Fire Company awarded $90K V-FIRE grant

Round Top firefighters get $144K for new airpacks

Cairo Senior Center vision becoming a reality

Community News

Local Government

Cairo, Hunter and Windham receive $50K for wastewater planning

Grants encourage communities to move forward with projects by funding development of engineering reports.

The Fed is raising rates. What does it mean for you?

While headlines often focus on the broader economy, many are wondering what higher rates mean for their own finances.

Greene County’s final America 250 program is Saturday

Join Greene County Historian Jonathan Palmer for “Canvas and Hemlock: The Revolutionary Dawn of the Catskills.”

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.

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.

Sisters reimagine ‘King Lear’ in Bridge Street Theatre’s ‘Storm Still’

Play explores grief, caregiving, estrangement, and the ways families inherit—and carry—both love and harm.

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.

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.

Obituaries

Valerie Anne Brainerd

Valerie Anne Brainerd, 76, passed away Tuesday, September 8, 2026, after a long illness.

W. Scott Nezich

W. Scott Nezich, 57, of Palenville passed away unexpectedly on September 17, 2026.

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.

Today in History

On September 22, 1975, a woman aims a gun at President Gerald Ford as he leaves the Saint Francis Hotel in San Francisco, California. The attempt on the president’s life came only 17 days after another woman had tried to assassinate Ford while he was on his way to give a speech to the California legislature in Sacramento.

Events

Upcoming local happenings

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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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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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25

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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25

Sep 2026

Greenville Days

Greenville, NY

Vendors, food, live performances, family activities and more at Vanderbilt Park from 4-7 p.m.

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26

Sep 2026

Coxsackie UMC Rummage Sale

Coxsackie, NY

At the United Methodist Church of Coxsackie, 103 Mansion Street from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Lunch served until 1 p.m. Handicapped lift available.

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26

Sep 2026

Greenville Library Used Book Sale

Greenville, NY

From 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the library, Route 32 in Greenville. Fill their bag with books, DVDs, CDs, puzzles for $5 or buy one book for 25 cents.

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