Boy Scouts – The Cornwall Local

Eagle award received after two years

September 20, 2023 Jason Kaplan

Of the five young men to earn their Eagle, Krishna Kootala was the oldest of the bunch.

Walter Hoving Home is beneficiary of Eagle Scout project

August 30, 2023 Jason Kaplan

When Elijah Barry was ready to consider projects to earn his Eagle Scout award, he consulted with one of his closest resources…

Eagle Scout makes Cliffside Park more welcoming

July 21, 2021 Jason Kaplan

When choosing an Eagle project, Boy Scouts are required to consider something that will help the community and benefit everyone.

Cross this bridge, thank an Eagle Scout

March 3, 2021 Jason Kaplan

Hiking in Black Rock Forest is a little safer thanks to Cameron Franke, who built a bridge, as part of his Eagle Scout project, to make it easier to cross a stream.

Eagle project adds tables at park

April 1, 2020 Jason Kaplan

Over the years, Cornwall-on-Hudson’s Donahue Memorial Park has been the beneficiary of a number of Eagle Scout projects.

Vets remembered during Wreaths across America

December 19, 2019 Jason Kaplan

A light mist fell Saturday, but the mood was positive. About 40 volunteers gathered in St. Thomas Cemetery in Cornwall to lay wreaths at the graves of those who served our country in the armed forces.

Veterinarian visit leads to senior’s flight award

February 8, 2019 Jason Kaplan

Among the high school seniors to receive scholarships this year is Cornwall’s Joshua Keller. He’ll be receiving $1,000 from the local chapter and $2,000 from the national organization.

Eagle project provides new homes for animals

July 14, 2017 Editorial Staff

It might not be a deluxe apartment in New York City, but a few animals at the Hudson Highlands Nature Museum’s Wildlife Education Center are living in luxury after receiving an upgrade to their homes.

Webelos move up and get awards

March 31, 2017 Ken Cashman

Deacon Toombs, Alex Restuccia, Lucas Russo (center front) Jefferson McDonald, Spencer Reel, and Andrey Kirienko of Pack 6 display their wooden plaques from Den Leaders…

BFF provides food for over 70 children

October 14, 2016 Editorial Staff

On Oct. 8, Girl Scouts helped collect food for needy children. It was the second food drive Backpacks for Food has held since the start of the school year.