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Three-year-old dies after alleged assault by mom’s boyfriend

Child passed away on Wednesday morning at Albany Medical Center after being taken off life support.

St. Patrick’s Day Parade returning to East Durham

The road will once again rise up to meet festive floats, color guards, marching bands, dancers and more.

Conkling Hall transforms into a Colonial Tavern for immersive cabaret

As the nation approaches its 250th anniversary, the production explores everyday life in the Hudson, Mohawk, and Schoharie Valleys in 1776.

Nominations open for HUDSY’s 250 Acts of Positive Change

Year-long community-led movement and documentary film project inspired by the 250th anniversary of the United States.

EPA to hold public meeting on American Thermostat site

Federal agency will provide update on South Cairo waterline extension and its investigation into contamination at the Superfund site.

Local Government

Democratic candidates react to Molinaro entering race for Assembly

Three Democrats will face off in a primary election in June with the winner taking on Molinaro in November.

Music & Entertainment

Christmas movie being shot in Greene County

Clashing Through the Snow is described as “a Planes, Trains and Automobiles for today’s generation.”

The history of the whitetail deer in New York State

By 1890, New York’s deer herd had hit rock bottom. There wasn’t a single deer in New York east of the Hudson.

The spirit of rebellion coming to Hilltown Commons

A series of programs, from the birth of our nation to the "Second American Revolution" fought right in our own backyard.

Local Government

It’s official: Marc Molinaro is running for Assembly

Greene County GOP nominates Molinaro for 102nd district seat; gives nod to Jeffrey Low for district attorney.

GCHS announces Olga Santora Women’s History Lecture

Local author J (Johannes) Froebel-Parker will present background on his book, Grand Duchess Anastasia: Still A Mystery?

Zonta hosting ‘Think Spring’ paint and sip fundraiser

Enjoy an afternoon of painting, refreshments and good company to help better the lives of women and girls.

Local Government

Another town board disruption in Jewett

Embattled officials now dealing with what union calls ‘threatening’ text message sent to highway worker from councilman’s phone.

Police asking for public’s help to identify robbery suspect

Alleged culprit fled the Saugerties convenience store in a vehicle waiting outside, police reported.

SUNY announces services to increase support for adult learners

C-GCC among 10 community colleges chosen to participate in project to identify adult learners’ needs.

Local Government

County honors employees for going above and beyond

Chairman’s Award, Employee of the Year and Team of the Year presented to a slate of county staff members.

Music & Entertainment

Grey Fox Bluegrass Festival announces 2026 lineup

Headliners include Rhiannon Giddens & The Old-Time Revue, The Del McCoury Band, The Infamous Stringdusters, and The SteelDrivers.

HomeBoost energy assessment kits available at local libraries

Each kit includes a smartphone-compatible thermal imaging camera and step-by-step instructions for use.

Cairo Development Foundation receives donation from National Bank of Coxsackie

Funding will assist with projects around Cairo and help put food in the Community Fridge and Pantry.

19th century landscape painting gifted to Thomas Cole Site

The painting, Approaching Storm (Land Storm) by Thomas Doughty, is a gift from Laura Grey, a prominent art collector and philanthropist.

Greene County Sheriff’s Office mourns the loss of K-9 Haas

Haas joined the sheriff’s office in October of 2018 and was named in memory of Deputy Kevin Haverly.

Cairo man charged with rape, predatory sexual assault

Dominick Utano, 37, is alleged to have forcibly raped a juvenile female victim, the sheriff’s office reported.

YMCA invites community to Plunge for a Purpose

Second annual fundraiser will have participants freezin’ for a reason next month in the Hudson River.

Greene County took in $53 million in sales tax revenue in 2025

The plump pay-in has allowed the county to keep the tax levy flat for seven consecutive budget cycles.

Albany’s new bishop makes first visit to Greene County

Bishop Mark O’Connell celebrated Mass and met with parishioners at Our Lady of Knock Shrine in East Durham.

Local Government

Molinaro to depart federal job at the end of this week

Multiple sources confirm that Molinaro will seek the Republican nomination to run for New York State Assembly.

Environmental group Riverkeeper sues Catskill scrap company

Lawsuit claims Browns Crossing Road facility discharges stormwater runoff in violation of the Clean Water Act.

Second trial of Christopher Baldner to begin on Tuesday

Former state trooper from Durham, acquitted of murder, still faces manslaughter charge in fatal 2020 Thruway crash.

13 wounded vets enjoy the magic of winter sports in Windham

The Adaptive Sports Foundation and Wounded Warrior Project welcomed veterans for the Bob Stubbs Warriors in Motion Winter Sports Weekend.

It’s the little things in life that are really the important things

I am one of the most even-tempered and reasonable people I know but there are things that just plain annoy me.

Bank of Greene County announces employee promotions

“It is especially rewarding to see the progress our employees are making to advance their careers at the bank,” said Donald Gibson, president & CEO.

Local Government

Low and McIntosh seeking Republican nod for district attorney

District Attorney Joseph Stanzione, who was first elected in 2014, will not be seeking another term this November.

Athens man advancing in national Mr. Health & Fitness competition

Joshua Pulice says his long-term vision goes beyond personal achievement and includes giving back locally.

William de Mott: Fifer in the American Revolution

It was in June or July of 1779 that 10-year-old William de Mott enlisted in the Continental Army at West Point, New York.

Former public defender, in prison for violent assault, loses appeal

Anthony Pastel claimed seven-year prison sentence was “unlawful and constitutionally defective,” despite taking a plea deal.

Apartment complex water samples still contaminated, county says

Another public health advisory issued Friday for The Woodlands at Cairo Apartments; DOH investigating.

Local Government

Is Marc Molinaro running for Assembly?

Former congressman and Catskill resident has not made an official announcement; county GOP chair calls it “speculation.”

Cairo man facing multiple felonies after Taconic Parkway pursuit

State Police say Stephen M. Preston intentionally struck five police vehicles, injuring three troopers.

ICE cannot enter Catskill schools without a warrant, district says

Letter to families explains how the school district handles interactions with agents, “should they occur.”

Conesville preparing to celebrate America’s 250th birthday

September 19 event includes food, vendors, demonstrations, a parade, dancing, fireworks and much more.

EnCon officers combat poaching while helping feed local residents

Venison from illegally harvested deer in Greenville, Prattsville, Athens and Jewett donated to local food pantries.

Greenville Irish American Club announces annual St. Patrick’s Day

The parade, set this year for March 21, has been a Greenville tradition for 52 years, dating back to 1974.

Cooperative Extension to host Maple Fest in Acra on March 8

Event features pancake breakfast, tapping and boiling demonstrations, maple sap sampling and much more.

Hannacroix Hill Farm grows thousands of tulips―in the dead of winter

Nicole Schmitt has turned the basement and several rooms of her 1850 farmhouse into a full-scale tulip factory.

Local Government

Greene County looks to oversee technical rescue team

Greene County currently has 56 active volunteer members on the team that has responded to approximately 58 incidents since 2019.

Field sentenced to 50 years to life for Catskill stabbings

Round Top man accepted no responsibility for the 2021 attack that left one man dead and another critically wounded.

Seamans visits Windham for a stroll down memory lane

The former president and CEO for what is now the Windham Mountain Club was back in town for a celebratory sendoff.

Bridge Street Theatre announces eclectic 2026 season lineup

“We can’t wait to share this bold, heartfelt, gloriously eclectic season with our audiences,” said Acting Artistic Director Mark Perry.

DEC reports poor striper reproduction in the Hudson

Index survey determined poor striped bass reproductive success in the river for the third consecutive year.

Food for Thought: We eat first with our eyes

Why is food so important to our lives? Mankind has devoted so very much to our foods. But how do we eat, and in what order?

Letter to the editor: A heartfelt thank you

I would like to thank Brian from EMS, the Town of Durham Ambulance, and Greene County 911 for the exceptional care my family and I received during my heart attack.

Flip Flach’s Canvas of Greenville, Part V

Memories of "ex-buildings, ex-businesses, ex-entrepreneurs" that graced and inhabited the roadways a half mile or more from the four corners, east along Routes 81 and 26.

Local Government

Sen. Michelle Hinchey announces February mobile office hours

Senator’s Constituent Services Team will offer one-on-one assistance navigating New York State programs.

Darfler-Sweeney appointed interim superintendent at Coxsackie-Athens

Darfler-Sweeney will oversee the district as the board searches for a permanent replacement for Superintendent Randall Squier who retired on Monday.

Olana’s yearlong initiative to celebrate Church’s 200th birthday

Church’s vast, immersive paintings astonished audiences in his own time and helped place American art on the world stage.

Emergency Medicine chief addresses CMH redesignation plan ‘rumors’

‘Our plan is not to go anywhere. But if we don’t do something, we won’t be here,” Dr. Michael Weisberg told Greene County lawmakers.

State shuts down smoke shop for alleged illegal cannabis sales

The Cairo Smoke Shop remains closed Wednesday after being hit with a Notice of Violation, Order to Cease Unlicensed Activity and Order to Seal.

Wildlife Baby Shower to support local rescue organizations

With the number of rescues increasing and supplies constantly being used up, the fundraiser is not just helpful—it’s necessary, organizers say.

National Bank of Coxsackie donates to Greene County Agricultural Society

The Greene County Agricultural Society preserves and promotes agriculture, most notably through the Greene County Youth Fair.

Bank of Greene County announces employee promotions

“It is especially rewarding to see the progress our employees are making to advance their careers at the bank,” said Donald Gibson, president & CEO.

Appellate court to hear case involving former Catskill paramedic

Justin Ball, charged by DOH with mistreating patient, alleges state disciplinary hearing procedures violate his constitutional rights.

GCS sophomore bridges gap between school and community through athletics

Chloe Uht launched Greenville’s first-ever Facebook and Instagram pages devoted entirely to athletics.

Cairo Public Library looks to roll into Durham

Grant funding could provide for a large vehicle—potentially a repurposed school bus―along with books and library materials.

Troopers looking for driver after pursuit and multi-vehicle collision

Catskill man allegedly fled the scene after crashing into three vehicles in the Village of New Paltz.

Windham supervisor on the mend after major medical emergency

“We’re prepared. We gotta’ keep going, regardless if the head dog is on his back,” said Thomas Hoyt.

What’s happening in February at the Athens Cultural Center

This winter month brings an exhibition grounded in personal history, hands-on workshops for all ages, and a special film screening.

Nominations sought for 2026 Greene County Youth Awards

To be eligible, the youth must be a resident of Greene County, in grades 9–12, with achievements voluntary in nature.

Malpaso Dance at the Orpheum Performing Arts Center in Tannersville

Malpaso Dance Company has become one of the most sought-after Cuban dance companies with a growing international profile.

Hemlock woolly adelgid poses a serious threat to New York’s forests

Informative hands-on program, Hemlock Health Monitoring Plots and Hemlock Woolly Adelgid, scheduled for February 10.

Catskill CSD announces registration dates for pre-k and kindergarten

Registration will be open to resident children who turn four or five years of age on or before December 1.

Oak Hill and Vicinity: What was in the newspapers?

Town of Durham Historian Mary Lou Nahas shares some of the information found in the Catskill Valley Monitor more than 150 years ago.

Owner sought after two dogs found dead on train tracks

The pair of German Shepherds reportedly did not have injuries consistent with being struck by a train.

DA says child was ‘beaten and abused beyond comprehension’

Three-year-old remains in critical condition after being airlifted Wednesday to Albany Medical Center.

Local Government

County lawmakers vote to purchase West Athens firehouse

The Leeds Athens Road property would become the new home of the county’s Building and Grounds Department.

National Bank of Coxsackie donates $5,000 to Athens Vol. Fire Department

The donation will support the department’s ongoing efforts to equip its volunteers with critical tools and resources.

Cairo man charged with felony assault after child airlifted to hospital

The three-year-old remains hospitalized and is listed in critical condition as of Thursday afternoon.

Athens brewery makes USA Today’s list of best in the country

Night School, home of Deep Fried Beers is among 20 new breweries nominated by a panel of industry experts and writers.

Esther Cohen appointed Greene County’s first poet laureate

Cohen, of Cornwallville, was selected by a panel of local writers and community members for her work that spans four decades.

A new chapter for Traver & McCurry Funeral Home

Breanna Lennon DelVecchio assumed ownership and management of the Jefferson Heights funeral home on January 1, bringing on Robert J. Gaus as the new licensed manager.

Renowned children’s author and illustrator Hudson Talbott dies

A resident of Catskill with more than 27 books to his name, Talbott passed away on January 22 at the age of 76.

What are you doing for our nation's 250th?

Greene County Historian Jonathan Palmer discusses local celebration planning for the United States Semiquincentennial.

Bank of Greene County announces new officer appointment and VP promotion

Megan Zahn has been promoted to vice president, director of human resources, and Keith DeMichele to corporate cash management officer.

Snow is over for now, but the bitter cold sticks around

Meteorologists are also keeping a close eye on another possible costal storm for this coming weekend.

Teen charged with vehicular assault, DWI in Route 81 crash

Multiple EMS agencies along with two helicopters responded to the accident that left five teens injured.

Missing Catskill man arrested in Washington state on local warrant

Robert Owen was taken into custody as a fugitive from justice and will be extradited back to New York.

Albany cop charged in drug investigation linked to Greene County

Investigators executed multiple search warrants at locations in Rensselaer and Greene counties, police say.

Local Government

Tannersville awarded $1.2M for critical dam improvements

Mayor Dr. Lee McGunnigle said the grant enables the Village to make upgrades to the reservoir dam that was built around 1958.

Ice fishing is a great remedy for cabin fever

From free kid’s ice fish derbies to serious competitive fishing, there’s something for everyone who wants to get out on the ice and out in the sun.

Greene Land Trust applying for national accreditation

The Land Trust Accreditation Commission, an independent program of the Land Trust Alliance, conducts an extensive review of each applicant’s policies and programs.

Road salt isn’t effective in forecasted subzero temperatures

‘Some of the most dangerous cold we've seen in years’ is here with one to two feet of snow on the way.

Two Greene County chefs named James Beard Award semifinalists

The awards are considered the pinnacle of culinary recognition in the United States and among the country's most prestigious honors.

Heermance Memorial Library receives $2,500 from National Bank of Coxsackie

Grant enables The Friends of the Heermance Memorial Library to bring Little Free Libraries to the community.

County launches paver project at the Point to honor veterans

The initiative is part of Greene County’s broader efforts to commemorate the United States Semiquincentennial, when the nation will celebrate 250 years of independence.

Catskill man charged in $22,000 fraud scheme

The investigation began after a Delmar resident reported receiving a phone call from an individual claiming to be with the Citizens Bank Fraud Department.

Greenville Local History Group: A century of Ingalls family reunions

Currently, about 200 invitations are sent out and, with no RSVP required, whoever shows up on the day of the reunion, shows up.

Local Government

DMV offices to close for largescale technology upgrade

Over several days, the New York State Department of Motor Vehicles will move about 30 million records to a new system.

Cairo-Durham superintendent announces his retirement

Cairo-Durham is now the third district in Greene County that will soon lose or has recently lost its superintendent.

Ravena-Coeymans-Selkirk students meet Holocaust survivor

Murray Jaros shared his powerful personal story of survival from his childhood in Poland to his eventual immigration to the United States.

CREATE offering grants for local arts and cultural organizations

Arts and cultural nonprofit organizations seeking funding for general operating or programmatic support in Greene County are encouraged to apply.

Multivehicle crash shuts down Thruway for several hours

It was around 6:47 p.m. on Monday that Greene County 911 began receiving an abundance of calls reporting a serious crash about two miles south of Exit 21B.

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