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Possible ICE activity in the Monroe/South Blooming Grove area. Photos provided.

Residents report possible ICE arrests in Monroe area

09 Jul 2026 | 12:38

Multiple residents reached out to Straus News and the Blooming Grove Town Supervisor’s office this morning to report possible Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) activity in the area.

Residents said they saw ICE officers making arrests on Duelk Avenue and Merriewold Lane.

Blooming Grove Town Supervisor...

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Cornell Cooperative Extension Orange County will host its first 4-H Farm and Family Fair beginning July 24 ( Photo provided.)

4-H Farm and Family Fair coming soon

09 Jul 2026 | 12:07

Cornell Cooperative Extension (CCE) Orange County will host its first 4-H Farm and Family Fair on July...

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Alani Nus and Red Bulls for sale at a youth soccer tournament where 9-year-olds were competing. Photo: Becca Tucker

Schools on ‘high alert’ as energy drinks trigger health scares

09 Jul 2026 | 10:31

They’re landing kids in the nurse’s office and the emergency room, but super-caffeinated energy drinks...

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The Annual Monroe Fireworks took place on July 3, 2026, despite ominous clouds, thunder, and lighting. The sky opened for a beautiful sunset before setting spectacularly prior to blastoff. Photos by Sammie Finch ( Sammie Finch Photography)

In with a bang, Out with a Boom!

08 Jul 2026 | 02:31

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Letter from State Sen. James Skoufis to Monroe Supervisor Maureen Richardson.

Despite differences, communications remain open between Skoufis and Richardson

08 Jul 2026 | 06:04

A week after State Sen. James Skoufis considered ending communications with Monroe Supervisor Maureen...

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The Town of Monroe is extending its Dial-A-Ride services to the Town of Chester and the Village of South Blooming Grove. ( Stock photo.)

Town of Monroe to provide Dial-a-Ride service to the Town of Chester and the Village of South Blooming Grove

08 Jul 2026 | 11:03

After terminating its Dial-a-Ride agreement with the Town of Woodbury following a financial dispute,...

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The Town of Woodbury will continue to provide animal control services to the Town of Monroe. ( Pixabay photo.)

Town of Woodbury to continue providing animal services to the Town of Monroe

08 Jul 2026 | 10:56

Town Supervisor Jacqueline Hernandez announced the Town of Woodbury will continue to provide animal control...

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Residents report possible ICE arrests in Monroe area

4-H Farm and Family Fair coming soon

Schools on ‘high alert’ as energy drinks trigger health scares

In with a bang, Out with a Boom!

Despite differences, communications remain open between Skoufis and Richardson

Town of Monroe to provide Dial-a-Ride service to the Town of Chester and the Village of South Blooming Grove

Town of Woodbury to continue providing animal services to the Town of Monroe

Bingo Wholesale looks to expand into Woodbury

Music for the Week: Enjoy outdoor concerts and more.

NY Department of Health offering free private well PFAS testing for Orange County residents

Congressman Pat Ryan launches America 250 essay contest for Hudson Valley High School students

Orange County to host job fair for older adults

April freeze hit apple orchards at the core