The Windham Journal

08/19/2024

National Grid customers in upstate New York could potentially see an increase to their electricity and gas bills if a rate increase is approved by the state Public Service Commission.

08/17/2024

The community was divided at Thursday’s Town Planning Board meeting over the proposed redevelopment of Windham Mountain, a project planned by Windham Mountain Club that has sparked discussion over its master plan for the ski slopes and more.

WINDHAM — The community was divided at Thursday’s Town Planning Board meeting over the proposed redevelopment of Windham Mountain, a project planned by Windham Mountain Club that has sparked discussion

08/16/2024

A Brooklyn man was rescued at the waterfall Fawn’s Leap in Kaaterskill Creek with no injuries, the state Department of Environmental Conservation reported this week.

A New Yorker from Brooklyn was rescued at the waterfall Fawn’s Leap in Kaaterskill Creek with no injuries Saturday, the state Department of Environmental Conservation reported in a news release this week.

08/16/2024

Columbia County approved the budget this week.

The budget represents a $172,201 increase over the previous year.

The Columbia County Board of Supervisors approved a $20 million operating budget for Columbia-Greene Community College Wednesday following a brief public hearing with no one speaking for or against the college’s budget.

08/15/2024

“Knock on wood because it's not in the bin yet and it's not sold, but we are optimistic. And that is rare for a grower.”

This year, orchards faced a close call during a late April frost after blooming early again and persisted again through a wave of excess heat, noted Executive Director Scott Ramsay, president of the New York Cider Association.

08/13/2024

Steven Mann, a local historian, Catskill native and cemetery chair of Temple Israel, will lead the discussion, highlighting the contributions of the town’s Jewish community and its business leaders.

Temple Israel of Catskill will host a lecture, The Jewish Influence in Catskill’s History, on Sunday, Aug. 25.

08/13/2024

According to the report, The Town Hall and Garage experienced a 4.9% increase in energy use intensity. In contrast, the Ambulance Hall, where the town’s ambulances are kept, saw a 8.1% decrease in energy usage.

The town’s annual Energy Benchmarking Report for 2022 and 2023 was released last week and showed the municipality’s Town Hall is using more energy in 2023 than in 2022.

08/09/2024

An injured New York City man was recently rescued near the Kaaterskill Falls observation deck, state officials reported this week.

An injured New York City man was recently rescued near the Kaaterskill Falls observation deck, state officials reported in a news release this week.

08/09/2024

The Greene County Public Health department is holding the clinic in collaboration with the New Baltimore Animal Hospital.

The Greene County Public Health department, in collaboration with the New Baltimore Veterinarian Hospital, will have a free rabies clinic on Aug. 14 at 5 p.m. at Angelo Canna Town Park in Cairo.

08/09/2024

The Catskill school board introduced the new initiative called Yonder, which details the district’s strategy for managing student cell phone use in schools.

“Our goal is to limit distractions in a safe, student-centered environment by establishing a cell-phone-free space,” superintendent says.

The newest protocol for student cell phone use in the schools was discussed by the Board of Education at its meeting Wednesday.

08/07/2024

Questar III BOCES has a new principal for its HVCC STEM High School and Robin Sobol Transition Academy.

RENSSELAER – Questar III BOCES has a new principal for its HVCC STEM High School and Robin Sobol Transition Academy.

08/07/2024

On the same day a Central Hudson rate increase went into effect, the power company filed an application for a new rate increase with the state Public Service Commission.

08/05/2024

State Sen. Michelle Hinchey, D-41, reaffirmed her commitment to ensure clean water for small communities to some of her constituents at a town hall meeting at Subversive Brewing

State Sen. Michelle Hinchey, D-41, reaffirmed her commitment to ensure clean water for small communities to some of her constituents at a town hall meeting at Subversive Brewing on Thursday.

08/05/2024

Following the recent death of Greene County Treasurer Peter Markou, the county appointed county Deputy Treasurer Deb Gallo as interim treasurer to fill the position until November.

08/01/2024

The village Planning Board approved the plans in spite of some resistance from residents.

CATSKILL - The village Planning Board approved plans to replace the existing 103-foot guyed tower at 57 Hamburg Road with a taller 105-foot monopole tower for Verizon in spite of

08/01/2024

They're set to screen the retrospective Woodstock documentary "My Generation" next week.

GREENVILLE — The Greenville Drive-In and the Woodstock Film Festival will celebrate the 55th anniversary of the Woodstock Music and Art Fair with a screening of the retrospective Woodstock documentary

07/31/2024

U.S. Rep. Marc Molinaro, R-19, has been named in a complaint alleging that he used taxpayer money to pay for a radio advertisement.

07/30/2024

“Peter often took on the role of a discerning mentor, providing guidance and support with a fatherly demeanor. His dedication to hard work was truly remarkable."

CATSKILL―The community is mourning the passing of Greene County Treasurer Peter Markou, who died Friday at the age of 84.

07/30/2024

Bridges provide a vital link between and within our communities. Our representatives in Congress and the Legislature need to make increased funding for bridges a top priority, our editorial reads today.

You don’t want to be the 12th worst state in the nation for anything, especially when it comes to public safety.

07/30/2024

A Carver mining site in Ashland is part of the deal.

The Capital Region’s largest aggregate producer will be under a different name come Aug. 1.

07/30/2024

Construction on a new storage facility for the Greene County Youth Fair is expected early next year.

Construction on a new storage facility for the Greene County Youth Fair is expected early next year, said Greene County Legislature Chairman Patrick Linger.

07/29/2024

He previously served Greene County.

Longtime central New York statesman James Seward has died four years after opting to retire from the state Senate due to complications with bladder cancer.

07/26/2024

Photos from the fair.

Some looks at the Greene County Youth Fair 2024.

07/26/2024

In Greene County, 11 of the county’s 142 bridges were designated to be in poor condition, according to the report.

Columbia County had the third highest number of highway bridges in poor condition in the state, according to a report released Friday from state Comptroller Thomas P. DiNapoli.

07/26/2024

The fair is underway.

The fair opened at 9:30 a.m. Thursday at Angelo Canna Town Park with visitors watching the opening ceremony, enjoying performances by community members with their animals, admiring crafts, and celebrating award winners.

07/26/2024

The pilot, a Cairo resident, escaped injury, police say

The pilot, identified as Cairo resident Edward Novack, 71, was uninjured, police said. He was the only occupant.

07/25/2024

The crash happened at about 11 p.m. Wednesday, police say

A Claverack man was killed in a one-car accident Wednesday night in the town of Catskill.

07/25/2024

They're celebrating with a gala next month.

“I learned early on that every horse's life is important and each story can be inspiring," president and founder Susan Kayne says.

Horses rescued by the group are either adopted out to loving homes whenever possible or, if adoption is not feasible, they are given the opportunity to live out the remainder of their lives in comfort at sanctuary or at a designated foster home.

07/25/2024

The two-car crash happened Saturday on Route 23.

Police are continuing their investigation into the two-car accident that resulted in the death of three Windham residents on Route 23 on Saturday, according to the Greene County Sheriff's Office.

07/24/2024

The four-day fair will feature a pedal tractor pull for children on Saturday, a petting zoo, horse shows, food, arts and crafts, a magician and vendors.

The 70th Greene County Youth Fair is set to open Thursday at the Angelo Canna Town Park.