Local News from Marbletown, Rochester, & Rosendale
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Carolyn A. Hudson, 90, of Kerhonkson, New York, passed, peacefully on September 12, 2026.
Born on July 20, 1936, in Kerhonkson, Carolyn was the daughter of the late Charles S. Freer and Rennie …
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9/15/26
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When were you hired and where did you work last?
I was hired at the June Board of Education meeting and began as principal on July 1. During the summer, I’ve been at KES working with faculty …
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Jeff Slater
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9/4/26
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Thelma J Finkbeiner of Kerhonkson, NY, passed away peacefully at home on August 16, 2026, with her family by her side. Thelma was born October 11, 1939, in Brooklyn, NY. She was the daughter of …
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8/21/26
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Nature celebrated the nation's 250th anniversary on July 4 a bit too enthusiastically in the Rondout Valley. There were not only thunder and lightning fireworks, but in certain neighborhoods, winds …
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Ann Belmont
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7/17/26
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On June 26, Rondout Valley High School celebrated its 70th commencement ceremony, graduating 144 students on a beautiful balmy June day on the school’s athletic field.
Speeches by both …
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BSP Staff
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7/2/26
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Arrowhead Farm Agricultural Center at 5941 Route 209 is a very interesting place. Five different businesses lease parts of this former dairy farm, now owned by a nonprofit. One of the five is called …
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Ann Belmont
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7/2/26
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There may be fewer butterflies and bees around than there should be, but there is a plentiful supply of ticks. The main menace to health is the tiny black-legged or deer tick. People who have the …
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Ann Belmont
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7/2/26
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On June 14, 1777, a flag made of 13 stripes and 13 stars became the official banner of the new country called America. On June 14, 2026, with the help of local Scout Troop 17, some members of the …
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Leah Stonitsch
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7/1/26
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On Wednesday, June 10, the Rosendale Town Board welcomed back Supervisor Jeanne Walsh. Councilmembers Bob Fade, Marc Cassidy and Carrie Wykoff were also in attendance. Ashley Sweeney was absent.
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Leah Habib
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6/19/26
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This year’s Marbletown Road Run will be held on Saturday, July 4. Registration is from 7:30 to 8:30 a.m. with the race starting at 9 a.m. There are 13 divisions, including one for the Town of …
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Jeff Slater
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6/19/26
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Let go, let G-d, a conversation with Rabbi Sally Shore-Wittenberg upon her retirement
How are you doing with all the excitement, from recently receiving the lifetime achievement award from the …
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Donna Cohn Viertel
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6/19/26
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There’s a special kind of confidence that comes from living somewhere long enough to know exactly where to go for everything. Literally everything. You don’t even think about it anymore. You just …
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Kelly Wright
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6/18/26
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The Rural Ulster Preservation Company (RUPCO), a nonprofit based in Kingston, is currently offering a special grant opportunity. Homeowners and small business owners whose septic system is within 250 …
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Ann Belmont
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6/18/26
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After two full days and nights of rain on Saturday and Sunday, it seemed like the entire Memorial Day weekend was going to be a washout, but just in time for the parade to begin in Tillson Monday …
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Leah Stonitsch
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6/18/26
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The town has been negotiating with Richard Miller, who managed the town’s email server as a volunteer for the past 15 years, to release the town’s archival email data owned by the town.
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Lori Childers
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5/15/26
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On Wednesday, May 6, a public hearing was held at the Town of Rosendale for the Rosendale Library Expansion project. The standing-room only hearing drew over 100 members from the community. Town …
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Leah Habib
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5/15/26
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The Rochester Town Board meeting on April 23 opened with a budget presentation by Rondout Valley Central Schools Superintendent Dr. Paul Spadaro and Assistant Superintendent Tabatha Biggane. …
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Ann Belmont
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5/15/26
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The Town of Marbletown Planning Board meeting on Monday April 27 began with the announcement that John Farrar has transitioned to the zoning board of appeals as a member, and Zak Gumple has been …
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Amber Kelly
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5/14/26
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On Tuesday, March 24, students at RVHS staged a walkout. The school district has proposed cuts to several staff to reduce the budget, but many parents and students are unhappy about the planned cuts.
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Jeff Slater
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5/14/26
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The Rochester town board's April 9 meeting opened with several candidate interviews for board-appointed positions. Josh Royko interviewed for the zoning board of appeals. He described himself as an …
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Ann Belmont
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5/14/26
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Natalie M. Cobb, 97, passed away at home on March 30, 2026. Natalie was born January 3, 1929, in Cortland, New York to Clifton and Olive McWilliams. She was predeceased by her husband of 55 years, …
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4/8/26
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Natalie Haan Kelly
March 27,1952-February 24,2026
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Natalie, a beloved partner, sister, and friend. Natalie left us far too soon, but her …
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3/2/26
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Joseph Michael Fitzpatrick Jr. (Big Joe Fitz!) died peacefully at his home in Rosendale, New York, on January 15, 2026, with his family by his side, including his cherished wife and greatest …
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1/19/26
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Mary Pauline Trips-Elmore was born on December 13, 1933, to Mary Yuill Trips and Adolph Trips Jr. in Monticello, NY. She grew up on a dairy and poultry farm in Ferndale, NY. Mary attended a one-room …
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12/31/25
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George D. Haas, 88, of Atwood Road, Stone Ridge, NY moved on to his Lord's next assignment, from his home, on December 24, 2025. Born in South Williamsport, PA, he was the son of the late Charles E. …
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12/26/25
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