February 2021 – The Cornwall Local

Museum approved for 2nd payroll loan

February 24, 2021 Jason Kaplan

Last week, the Hudson Highlands Nature Museum received word it had qualified for a second round of support as the non-profit organization continues to face significant financial challenges due to the COVID-19 pandemic.

Artists prove to be resilient in tough times

February 24, 2021 Jay LeRoy

By now it’s a well known fact just how destructive the pandemic has been to the Arts and Entertainment industries. Concerts canceled, museums and galleries shuttered, even Broadway has gone dark.

Obituaries – February 26, 2021

February 24, 2021 Editorial Staff

Anthony “Tony” D. Farina, of Cornwall, NY entered into eternal rest on February 22, 2021 at Montgomery Nursing & Rehabilitation Center, Montgomery, NY. He was 95 years old.

Non-profit focus is helping families

February 17, 2021 Jason Kaplan

As the death rate rose due to the COVID-19 pandemic, Inheritance of Hope conducted over 2,000 services, last year, for families grieving the loss of a loved one.

Sleigh riding is like hiding vegetables

February 17, 2021 Ken Cashman

Chris McGuire compares the activity to hiding vegetables.

Obituaries – February 19, 2021

February 17, 2021 Editorial Staff

Barbara B. Dalgoutté of Cornwall-on-Hudson, NY, after a long illness, died peacefully, surrounded by her family, on February 9, 2021.

COVID cases down, vaccinations up

February 10, 2021 Jason Kaplan

Over nine percent of the United States population has already received the COVID-19 vaccination and New York is preparing to open up inoculations to another segment of the population starting Feb. 15.

Seamless transition into familiar role

February 10, 2021 Jason Kaplan

William Horton has served as Cornwall-on-Hudson’s building inspector for the past eight weeks.

Obituaries – February 12, 2021

February 10, 2021 Editorial Staff

Orrin Leon “Lee” Babcock March 6, 1940—January 30, 2021 Cornwall, NY Orrin Leon “Lee” Babcock, of Cornwall, NY entered into eternal rest on January 30, 2021 at his residence. He was 80 years old. The

Project benefits SKAC

February 3, 2021 Jason Kaplan

Scout’s owl houses will help the environment Akilesh Kootala started his Eagle Scout project when he was a senior at Cornwall High School, but he didn’t receive the award until nearly two years later due