August 2017 – Page 2 – The Cornwall Local

Century-old Teddy Bear inspires kids’ book

August 11, 2017 Editorial Staff

John Gould (1906-96) was a prominent illustrator for The Saturday Evening Post and several national corporations. But he also sketched for fun. And one of his lighter creations has inspired a children’s book by a daughter-in-law he never met.

The summer months fly by as camp seasons end

August 11, 2017 Editorial Staff

Nearly 240 children attended summer camp in the town and village this year. Unfortunately, their season of fun came to an end this week.

Obituaries – August 11, 2017

August 11, 2017 Editorial Staff

Sandra Burnham May 26, 1945-August 4, 2017 Formerly of Cornwall-on-Hudson Sandra Burnham of Florham Park, N.J. passed away on Aug.4 at the age of 72. She was a former longtime resident of Cornwall-on-Hudson. The daughter

Look mom, no hands

August 4, 2017 Editorial Staff

“Men Can Cook”: Seniors learn to prepare meals

August 4, 2017 Editorial Staff

Cooking aficionados might remember “Yan Can Cook” back in the 1980s. The Orange County Office for the Aging recently completed its own version of the cooking show, “Men Can Cook,” held at Munger Cottage. The six-week program was only open to male senior citizens.

Gregorek finds relation between arts and athletics

August 4, 2017 Editorial Staff

Growing up, Lawrence Gregorek never let cliques define who he was or prevent him from participating in the activities he enjoyed. As a 2006 Cornwall graduate, Gregorek was in the unique position of being able to express himself as both an athlete and an artist.

Obituaries – August 4, 2017

August 4, 2017 Editorial Staff

Loretta Frances Fanning June 18, 1937-July 28, 2017 Cornwall Loretta Frances Fanning of Cornwall went to be with our Lord on Friday, July 28. The daughter of the late John and Ella Schroff Kinsler, she