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March 25 will be Medal of Honor Day

March 16, 2022 Ken Cashman

There are no holiday sales on March 25 and kids won’t get a day off from school. But it’s still a memorable occasion. It’s National Medal of Honor Day.

Meyer receives honor in Sugar Loaf

March 2, 2022 Editorial Staff

Chris Meyer often hears from Jim Gagliano. So when the Cornwall-on-Hudson mayor called him, Mr. Meyer wasn’t surprised.

Veteran to start theater in Cornwall

October 20, 2021 Ken Cashman

To understand what Chris Meyer is creating, you have to know his background. He’s a professional actor and director, the third generation of his family to pursue a career in the performing arts.

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.

Public responds to Neuhaus overseas posting

March 15, 2019 Editorial Staff

Dave Andryshak glanced at the vans parked at the Orange County Veterans Memorial Cemetery. “We have a local Sam’s Club here,” he quipped.

Legion post observes Veterans Day

November 13, 2018 Ken Cashman

In keeping with tradition, American Legion Post 353 held its Veterans Day observance on the 11th hour of the 11th day of the 11th month.

Judge McGuirk passes Thursday night

October 19, 2018 Ken Cashman

County Executive Steve Neuhaus expressed his regret today at the Thursday night passing of John McGuirk…

Collection of photographs salutes fallen soldiers

July 27, 2018 Ken Cashman

The weather forecast was ominous — a chance of showers throughout the day. The rain wouldn’t affect the guests at the Towns 4 Troops barbecue. They could eat under the pavilion at the Black Rock Fish & Game Club and listen to the bands performing on the covered stage.

Veterans board 19th Honor Flight

April 19, 2018 Ken Cashman

The buses arrived at Stewart Airport shortly after 6:30 a.m. on Saturday…

Crowd gathers at county’s salute to veterans

December 29, 2017 Ken Cashman

Dave Andryshak had a message for the crowd gathered around the monument at the Veterans Memorial Cemetery. He said there are two deaths. The first occurs when we breathe for the final time. The second occurs when we are no longer remembered.