COVID-19 – Page 3 – The Cornwall Local

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.

Schmitt aims to help small business

March 3, 2021 Ken Cashman

It was easy to be distracted at Colin Schmitt’s March 1 press conference at The Castle in Chester. As the Assemblyman and his guest speakers approached the podium, a variety of pictures flashed on the screens of the arcade games.

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.

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.

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.

Barbecue brothers buck the pandemic

January 27, 2021 Ken Cashman

Some backyard chefs appear to be unlucky. It always rains when they want to barbecue. The Farella Brothers are professionals. But they also have problems. There’s an economic upheaval every time they open a restaurant.

Student art inspired by pop artist

January 27, 2021 Jason Kaplan

t’s been a trying 12 months as Cornwall Central School District students and staff continue to deal with the COVID-19 pandemic, but middle school art teacher, Gina Dianis, has been trying to maintain positivity by using inspiring and motivational words in her students’ work.