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Senior siblings Harley and Sammy still waiting for home

Brother and sister Plott Hounds have been at the Columbia-Greene Humane Society/SPCA for 16 long months.

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Senior siblings Harley and Sammy still waiting for home

Brother and sister Plott Hounds have been at the Columbia-Greene Humane Society/SPCA for 16 long months.

Family and fine fare at Chef Luke’s Fresh Start

Food truck on Route 296 offers no typical roadside menu with what proprietor and head chef Luke Schildhorn calls “artisan food.”

The story of Frederic Church and Cleopatra’s Needle

Beyond Olana, another towering example of the artist’s enduring legacy can be found in New York’s Central Park.

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Family and fine fare at Chef Luke’s Fresh Start

Food truck on Route 296 offers no typical roadside menu with what proprietor and head chef Luke Schildhorn calls “artisan food.”

The story of Frederic Church and Cleopatra’s Needle

Beyond Olana, another towering example of the artist’s enduring legacy can be found in New York’s Central Park.

Greenville ducks get signage thanks to Girl Scouts

Informational sign includes photos of the ducks, a brief history of their residency in Greenville, and a list of safe and unsafe foods.

Planners update on Cementon Redevelopment Project

Environmental review underway of 4,400 acres with eyes on future industrial and manufacturing development.

Recent News

Dangerous heat to impact local area
Former Save-A-Lot warehouse sells for $43 million
Elementary changes at C-A met with pushback
Class of 2026: ‘I don’t just see graduates, I see years of memories’
Greene County gearing up to celebrate America’s 250th birthday

Community News

Education
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Cairo-Durham announces new assistant principal

Brooke Dickson brings 15 years of experience in education and a strong commitment to supporting student success.
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Music & Entertainment
6 Minutes

Music at Grazhda returns to Jewett for 44th summer season

The Music and Art Center of Greene County is one of the oldest and most beloved classical music venues in county.
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Community
2 Minutes

9th Annual Schoharie Lily Festival blooms on July 11

Festival features a number of patriotic events, music, a dance group, pony rides, the Utica Zoo Mobile, and more.
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Music & Entertainment
2 Minutes

OMNY Taiko Drummers to perform in Tannersville and Windham

Taiko allows individuals to convey emotion and energy and to connect with others through the art of music.
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Community
2 Minutes

Cairo author announces release of new nonfiction work

The Clarity to Live Well blends psychology, leadership insight, and lived experience into a concise, accessible guide.
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Education
4 Minutes

Cairo-Durham students excel in Hispanic Youth Leadership Program

For students Isaias and Ruth Romero, debate has become an opportunity to solidify their future career goals.
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Local History

History
4 Minutes

The Photo Detective coming to the Gilboa Museum

Maureen Taylor will share proven techniques for identifying unknown people, dating photographs and more.
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History
2 Minutes

Bronck Museum curator to explore sleep struggles in times past

Shelby Mattice will guide guests on the “Bed Bugs and Bats” tour that takes place on Friday, July 10.
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History
2 Minutes

Historical society talk on Declaration of Independence

Richard Muggeo will present on July 7 at the Vedder Research Library in celebration of America’s 250th.
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Obituaries

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James Alexander Volker

James “Jim” Alexander Volker, age 85 of Athens, NY passed away peacefully on June 29, 2026
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Robert Andrew Kovacs

Bob's passions for woodworking, fishing, and yardwork brought him immense joy.
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Michael Adam Werking

Michael Adam Werking, also known as Opa, Pops, Uncle Muck, or Farmer Mike, age 68, died on Thursday, June 25, 2026.
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Agnes Ohm

Agnes Ohm passed away peacefully on June 27, 2026.
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Today in History

On July 1, 1963, the United States Postal Service (USPS) introduces the Zone Improvement Plan as part of a plan to improve the speed of mail delivery, inaugurating the use of machine-readable ZIP codes to facilitate the efficient sorting of mail at a national level. The idea wasn’t totally new. In 1943, the Post Office created numbered zones for more than 100 urban areas around the country.

Events

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Wed
01
Jul 2026

Used Book Sale

Cairo, NY
Behind the Cairo Public Library from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. every Wednesday in July and August, weather permitting. Sponsored by Friends of the Library.
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Fri
03
Jul 2026

Greene County’s America 250 Celebration

Catskill, NY
Kicks off at 5 p.m. with a ceremony on the steps of the Greene County Courthouse in Catskill. Celebration along Main Street from 6-9 p.m.
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Fri
03
Jul 2026

Fireworks in Prattsville

Prattsville, NY
Show begins 9 p.m. at Conine Ballfield, 14143 Route 23. Food and beverages available for purchase prior to the show. Hosted by the LaSalle family and Starlight’s Fireworks.
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Sat
04
Jul 2026

Independence Day Parade in Durham

East Durham, NY
Steps off from County Route 20 and 145 at 11:30 a.m. and marches to the Michael J. Quill Irish Cultural and Sports Centre. Grand marshal is Lt. Col. Dermot J. Gavin.
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Sat
04
Jul 2026

Tannersville & Hunter Celebrate America’s 250th

Tannersville, NY
Parade steps off at 2 p.m. from Tops parking lot. Entertainment starts at 3 p.m. at Rip Van Winkle Lake Park with fireworks at 9:30 p.m.
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Sat
04
Jul 2026

July 4th Community Picnic in Coxsackie

Coxsackie, NY
All are welcome for an afternoon and evening filled with games, music, food, fireworks and fun from 3-10 p.m. at Riverside Park. Huge fireworks display at dusk.
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