November 2020 – The Cornwall Local

Flag football replaces canceled season

November 24, 2020 Ken Cashman

Flag football isn’t new. It’s been an option for kids in Cornwall for the last six years. But this is the first time it’s been offered in the fall rather than the spring.

Racial injustice inspired new book

November 24, 2020 Jason Kaplan

As an educator with over 20 years of experience working in New York City, Keisha Green often thinks about the importance of identity and representation, especially in children of color.

Obituaries – November 27, 2020

November 24, 2020 Editorial Staff

Violet Louise Squillace-Naparano-Annan passed away peacefully on Monday, Nov. 16.

Wreaths ceremony set for Dec. 19

November 18, 2020 Ken Cashman

On Dec. 19, Cornwall will join other communities in observing Wreaths Across America. There will be a brief ceremony in St. Thomas Cemetery followed by the decoration of 332 veterans’ graves.

The second time’s a charm for local author

November 18, 2020 Jason Kaplan

Isaacs, a 20-year resident of the Town of Newburgh, recently moved to Scotchtown, but has been an active member of the Cornwall Public Library’s writer’s group for nearly four years.

Obituary – November 20, 2020

November 18, 2020 Editorial Staff

Kenneth Charles VanBuskirk died on September 28, 2020 in Somerville, Massachusetts.

Weather would have been ideal for football

November 11, 2020 Ken Cashman

Remember last Friday night? The weather was warm, the air was still and the sky was clear. Coach Ryan Baldock observed that it was perfect weather for football.

Danskammer presentation

November 11, 2020 Jason Kaplan

Some municipalities have passed resolutions rejecting Danskammer’s application for a new gas-fired power plant.

Obituaries – November 13, 2020

November 11, 2020 Editorial Staff

Daniel Michael Connor, of Cornwall, NY entered into eternal rest on November 6, 2020 at his home. He was 68 years old.

Utility scam is stronger than ever

November 4, 2020 Ken Cashman

Sam Soto says the scam has become more sophisticated.