The students at Golden Hill got to see the fire dpartment’s equipment up close. ( Photo provided) Florida Fire Department visits Golden Hill “Firefighters are brave, heroic people,” said Golden Hill Elementary fifth grader Patrick Verblaauw. After learning about... Local News 28 Oct 2024 | 02:34
Leigha Dernoin. ( Photo provided) Fun for families, friends, and fall enthusiasts Get ready for a Halloween weekend packed with live music, festive fun, and plenty of costume contests! Saturday, October... Entertainment 25 Oct 2024 | 08:10
Florida trunk or treat The Florida NY Chamber of Commerce would like to thank everyone who helped make our October 19, 2024, first trunk-or-treat... Letters to the Editor 21 Oct 2024 | 02:18
The walls of the newly renovated weight room also have inspiring messages and mirrors to watch your form. ( Photo provided) S.S. Seward weight room gets an upgrade Recent renovations and upgrades have completely transformed the S.S. Seward weight room, according to the school district.... Local News 20 Oct 2024 | 08:10
Students participating in the Library Enrichment class learn about coding. ( Photo provided) New enrichment classes at Golden Hill Third, fourth and fifth graders at Golden Hill Elementary had an opportunity to pick three out of four additional enrichment... Local News 19 Oct 2024 | 08:10
Recent inductees to the Seward Alumni Sports Hall of Fame. ( Photo provided) Seward Alumni Sports Hall of Fame inducts new members During the 15th annual Seward Alumni Sports Hall of Fame Induction on Sept. 28, eight individuals were recognized for their... Sports 15 Oct 2024 | 09:52
S.S. Seward students showing their school pride during the pep rally. ( Photo provided) Seward students display school spirit during pep rally Covered in their class colors from head to toe, with feather boas, face paint, sequins, beaded necklaces, hats and more,... Local News 14 Oct 2024 | 02:00
Village Hall is located at 33 S. Main Street. Florida seeks public input on NY Forward grant application The Village of Florida invites residents to a meeting on Monday, October 7, 2024, at 7 p.m. at Village Hall at 33 South Main... Local News 28 Sep 2024 | 07:33
Florida Mayor Daniel Harter Jr. accepts an award from O&R Director of E-Mobility Andrew Farrell at the company’s first annual “E-Mobility Awards” event on Sept. 19. ( Photo provided) Florida awarded for EV infrastructure Orange and Rockland Utilities (O&R) recently honored local developers, contractors and municipalities who have helped support... Local News 25 Sep 2024 | 07:25
S.S. Seward students are taking advantage of new opportunities through distance learning. ( Photo provided) Seward announces new distance learning courses S.S. Seward recently announced new distance learning courses that allow students to study with peers from other parts of... Local News 23 Sep 2024 | 11:03
Cruise Control. Live tunes for every music lover Enjoy a unique array of live music events this week in the Hudson Valley, from autumn festivals to high-energy rock performances,... Entertainment 20 Sep 2024 | 07:50
Assemblyman Karl Brabenec congratulates the staff of the Florida Public Library on their recent “Program of the Year” award. ( Photo provided) Florida Public Library wins award for teen program At the Ramapo Catskill Library System’s annual meeting on September 6, the Florida Public Library was announced as the winner... Local News 13 Sep 2024 | 07:43
Emergency units on the scene at Glenmere Lake. ( Photo courtesy the New York State Police) Update: Driver of Car extracted from Glenmere Lake identified On the afternoon of September 9, at about 1:30 p.m., New York State Police responded to Glenmere Lake in the village of Florida... Police & Fire 09 Sep 2024 | 04:32
Students get ready for a new school year. ( Photo courtesy the Florida Union Free School District) Florida students, staff ready for a successful school year “Today’s going to be great!” exclaimed one student as he disembarked from the school bus at Golden Hill September 4, walking... Local News 09 Sep 2024 | 03:16
HuSH. ( Photo by Elisa Charleston Robertson) Funk, jazz, and good old rock and roll to lighten your week This weekend, our region buzzes with excitement, featuring the fifth annual Uncle Shoehorn’s Funky Corn Fest, The Dark Horses’... Entertainment 06 Sep 2024 | 07:50