October 2013 – The Cornwall Local

Girl rescued after viaduct jump

October 25, 2013 Ken Cashman

A Salisbury Mills rescue team brought a teenager out of the woods this morning after she jumped from the railroad tracks near the Moodna Viaduct.

Fall fireworks

October 25, 2013 Editorial Staff

Weekend line up will celebrate Grail’s 50th anniversary

October 25, 2013 Jason Kaplan

Although its actual anniversary falls on Thanksgiving Day, on Nov. 1-3, The Grail will celebrate its 50th anniversary with a number of events both for members and contributors, as well as the general public.

Higher penalties for texting and driving

October 25, 2013 Jason Kaplan

Drivers caught texting while operating a motor vehicle, in New York State, are facing stiffer penalties. For offenses committed on or after June 1, the violation carries five driver violation points as opposed to the

Obituaries – October 25, 2013

October 25, 2013 Editorial Staff

William G. Wickline July 19, 1924-October 16, 2013 William G. Wickline of New Windsor died on Oct.16 at the age of 89. The son of Gladys and Robert Wickline, he was born on July 19,

Candidates forum canceled

October 23, 2013 Ken Cashman

The Local has canceled the candidates forum that was scheduled for Saturday morning at Munger Cottage.

A smoother ride

October 18, 2013 Editorial Staff

Sculpture brings year-round spring to garden

October 18, 2013 Ken Cashman

Hollie’s Garden is nestled next to the Littman Cancer Center in Cornwall. Named for the late Hollie Atzrott, it’s a place where patients can escape for a few moments and relax in a tranquil setting.

District offers healthy food ahead of mandates

October 18, 2013 Jason Kaplan

Chicken, pizza, hamburgers, tacos. The school menu choices may be similar to those offered when students’ parents were in school, but meals today are healthier than they were over 15 years ago.

Old stagecoach inn seems haunted

October 18, 2013 Ken Cashman

Some ghost tours at this time of year feature dark rooms and special effects. It was different at the Cornerstone Masonic Lodge in Monroe. The Freemasons hosted a Community Day on Oct. 13.