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Honorable Supreme Court Justice Eddie Loren Williams administers the oath of office to Dr. Mary L. McLymore who was sworn-in to the Newburgh Town Council on Saturday, January 10, 2026. Hudson Valley Press/CHUCK STEWART, JR.

Dr. Mary McLymore Makes History

Discouraged residents of the Kenney Apartments in the City of Newburgh had their voices heard last Wednesday night.

Kenney Apartments Residents Demand Answers

The U.S. Postal Service will honor Muhammad Ali, known as “The Greatest,” with two stamps.

USPS Honors Muhammad Ali With Forever Stamps

Wednesday, in the Montefiore St. Luke’s-Cornwall Hospital’s Emergency Room Lobby, GrantForesight, Inc., clad in festive garb, personally delivered an array of holiday presents to be given to children patients. This year marks the 14th that Sonya Grant, along with her husband and three children, participated in bringing unbridled joy to youth in the hospital during the holiday season.

GrantForesight Continues Tradition of Holiday Giving

Westchester County honors five decades of leadership in accessibility, advocacy and inclusion as the Office for People with Disabilities was established in 1975.

The Office for People with Disabilities Turns 50

Falconer Thomas Cullen demonstrates techniques to San Miguel Academy students.

Place-Based Learning Comes to Life at San Miguel

Adult category first place winner was Once Upon a Time by The Blacks.

Gingerbread Competition Raises Over $50K

Rockland Community College and the RCC Foundation recently hosted their annual scholarship luncheon honoring this year’s Riversville Foundation Scholarship recipients.

Riversville Foundation Scholarship Recipients Recognized

On Tuesday, December 16, M.A.R.C.’s Friends Inc held its 6th Annual Christmas Party & Holiday Photos event at the Silk Factory in the City of Newburgh.

M.A.R.C.’s Friends Host Annual Christmas Party

Candles are lite during the Kwanzaa holiday which is celebrated by millions worldwide to strengthen the values of African heritage and reinforce community among African Americans. Hudson Valley Press File/CHUCK STEWART, JR.

Kwanzaa: Celebrating Unity, Culture, and Heritage

In celebration of Human Rights Day and their 25th anniversary, the Human Rights Commission hosted a program both highlighting the Commission’s history and legacy.

Commission Celebrates Human Rights Day/History

Mount Vernon High School’s Academic and Career Exploration (ACE) students brought learning to life Wednesday with a “Festival of Lights” showcase that highlighted holiday traditions from various cultures.

High School’s ACE Students Celebrate Cultures

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