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Monroe Free Library to host The Great Monroe Book Bash

Monroe Free Library to host The Great Monroe Book Bash

05 Oct 2026 | 03:26

Monroe Free Library invites the community to celebrate the joy of reading at The Great Monroe Book Bash on Friday, Oct. 23, from 6–8:30 p.m. The free event will bring readers of all ages together for an evening filled with books, crafts, games, karaoke, activities, and plenty of opportunities to discover...

Up to half of all New York State households are now eligible to receive monthly utility discounts through the state’s Energy Affordability Program.

Up to half of all New York State households are now eligible to receive monthly utility discounts through the state’s Energy Affordability Program. ( Stock photo.)

Could you save $500 on your utility bill?

05 Oct 2026 | 04:33

Up to half of all New York State households are now eligible to receive monthly utility discounts through...

Village of Monroe without full-time building inspector since June

Village of Monroe without full-time building inspector since June

30 Sep 2026 | 11:29

Since the resignation of Robert Wallner in June, the Village of Monroe has been without a full-time building...

Eligible voters are encouraged to take advantage of early voting, which will be available from Saturday, Oct. 24 through Sunday, Nov. 1.

Eligible voters are encouraged to take advantage of early voting, which will be available from Saturday, Oct. 24 through Sunday, Nov. 1. ( Pixabay photo.)

Early voting dates for Orange County

30 Sep 2026 | 10:44

Eligible voters are encouraged to take advantage of Early Voting, which will be available from Saturday,...

Alex Prizgintas, who serves as president of the Woodbury Historical Society, as well as town historian for both Tuxedo and Woodbury, will showcase his musical talents during a four-month residency at the Sweet Clover Farm Distillery.

Alex Prizgintas, who serves as president of the Woodbury Historical Society, as well as town historian for both Tuxedo and Woodbury, will showcase his musical talents during a four-month residency at the Sweet Clover Farm Distillery. ( Photo provided.)

Alex Prizgintas begins a four-month residency at Sweet Clover Farm this week

28 Sep 2026 | 07:27

Alex Prizgintas, who serves as president of the Woodbury Historical Society, as well as town historian...

Kylie Baisley #5 celebrates with team after a Crusader goal.

Kylie Baisley #5 celebrates with team after a Crusader goal. ( Photo by William Dimmit.)

Monroe-Woodbury girls soccer soaks up another win

28 Sep 2026 | 02:07

On a rainy Saturday, Sept. 26 morning at Monroe-Woodbury High School the Crusaders hosted the Goldbacks...

Chris Reali and others will be performing at Warwick’s Applefest on Sunday, Oct. 4.

Chris Reali and others will be performing at Warwick’s Applefest on Sunday, Oct. 4. ( Photo provided.)

Music for the Week: Applefest and more fun across the region

28 Sep 2026 | 11:13

Saturday, Oct. 3

At 1 p.m., Sean O’Flynn brings his solo acoustic set to Applewood Winery, 82 Four Corners...

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