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By Sharon E. Siegel PORT JERVIS, NY --Great job, everyone! Story link: https://midhudsonnews.com/2026/01/11/dozens-take-the-plunge-in-delaware-river/ Photos: Westfall Fire Department Dive Team Heather Nealis, Jen Mai, Hayden Thompson, Cory Homer, Kaylee Maltby, and Liliana (6) daughter of Matamoras Mayor Cory Homer Port Jervis Fire Department's Water Operations Team members Dan Hill, Anthony Fuller, Frank Fuller III, Shane Fuller Port Jervis Fire Department's Water Operations

by Sharon E. Siegel PORT JERVIS, NY -- Tri-States Naval Ship VFW Post #7241 hosted its annual awards presentation for six winning student patriotic essays.  (Photos and essays below.) Fabrizzio Morejon, Captain of Post #7241, congratulated all of the students for their insightful essays and patriotism. He said patriotism begins with each and every single person. “Despite any differences that people may have, we should know that we have one thing in common  -- knowing that th

MidHudsonNews Story https://midhudsonnews.com/2026/01/02/cicalese-sworn-in-for-second-term-at-port-jervis-mayor/ Information about both Oath of Office ceremonies, each hosted on January 1, 2026. (Photos and video clips follow.) Congratulations to all of the Port Jervis Common Council members and Port Jervis Fire Department Chiefs and Officers who completed their Oaths of Office this afternoon, administered by Honorable Robert A. Onofry, Ret. Justice of the Supreme Court of

News story link, photo gallery, video links as follows.... MidHudson News story: https://midhudsonnews.com/2025/12/22/tiny-home-delivered-to-port-jervis/ above story ending ... Kerri Stroka, Deputy Superintendent of BOCES, said – as hundreds of flags waved during Rumshock’s first tiny home departure to Port Jervis, “I can tell you that what our students have built represents the very best of our community’s gratitude in action. To our donors, our congressman, and especially

By Sharon E. Siegel PORT JERVIS, NY – This holiday season holds many opportunities to enjoy local shows, concerts, parades, and other venues where enthusiasm and local talents shine.  One such event – featuring two shows – will take place this coming weekend (December 12, 13, and 14) at MLR Holy Church and Cultural Center, 28 East Main Street, Port Jervis. The first show, Thankful at Christmas , is a modern retelling of A Christmas Carol .  The second, Miracle on 34 th  Stree

STORY: https://midhudsonnews.com/2025/12/08/pearl-harbor-day-remembered-in-port-jervis-2/ PHOTO GALLERY:

By Sharon E. Siegel MATAMORAS, PA & PORT JERVIS, NY -- The 53rd annual Rick Drew Holiday Parade, presented by the Tri State Chamber of Commerce, was held on the evening of December 7, 2025. The parade stepped off at 4:30 p.m. from the Matamoras Firehouse, Matamoras, PA and processed from there through Matamoras, across the Mid-Delaware Bridge and the Delaware River, under the Erie Railroad tunnel, along Ball Street in Port Jervis to the downtown Promenade. There holiday musi

By Sharon E. Siegel MILFORD, PA – Milford Cemetery has a newly placed monument to an American war hero, one who left 75-years ago to serve his nation, but never returned.  Milford Cemetery, Memorial stone for son Milton Wesley Bailey placed alongside his Gold Star Mother Beatrice Bailey's final resting place. SFC Milton Wesley Bailey was born on April 14, 1931.  He left Milford High School before graduation to join the United States Army while still a teen.  As a soldier in t

Story (Mid Hudson News): https://midhudsonnews.com/2025/11/18/first-port-jervis-tiny-home-ready-for-delivery/ Video Links: (Three visits to Boces where homes are being built by students) https://youtu.be/5JUE8i6uxHQ?si=OSjyiokyjeIuyVvV     Video 3   https://youtu.be/wrxyqF4we_0?si=kiBagZANvrmtSA-z    Video 2   https://youtu.be/wOT1XPAZDo0?si=l6XGIc-_9lfk4iTH   Video 1 Photo Gallery: (Shows earliest to recent photos of the site and project, in no particular order) (2021 - 20

Story here: https://midhudsonnews.com/2025/11/17/nine-displaced-from-burning-western-orange-county-home/

by Sharon E. Siegel Congressman Pat Ryan hosted what has become an annual gathering as part of  Veterans Day events.  A Veterans Day luncheon was served in New Windsor on Sunday, November 9 at the Orange County Veterans Center. Ryan, himself a graduate of West Point and a veteran, served two combat tours in Iraq and earned two Bronze Stars during his years of service.  Five generations of his family have lived in the Hudson Valley, including his grandfather – a WWII veteran a

By Sharon E. Siegel PORT JERVIS, NY – When looking around your community on Veterans Day, or during special ceremonies, parades, or other times of remembrance, or on any other day or time you are in the presence of a veteran, you are also in the presence of service to their nation that may or not be known or shared. Vietnam Veteran Ronald S. Mercurio of Port Jervis, NY is among the many veterans who live in Port Jervis and have served in protecting their nation in all types

Read about this exciting plan & its impact on our community's environment! MidHudson News story: https://midhudsonnews.com/2025/11/08/port-jervis-may-blossom-into-sunflower-city/ PJTV23 Video: https://youtu.be/IkqjEfAEcLE?si=jZiGbTqEj54yYWB0 Photo Gallery of Community Cafe--November/2025: Port Jervis to become a Sunflower City! Port Jervis Community Cafe 11 6 25 Port Jervis Community Cafe 11 6 25 Port Jervis Community Cafe 11 6 25 Port Jervis Community Cafe 11 6 25 Port Jervi

By Sharon E. Siegel PORT JERVIS, NY – Port Jervis Rotarians hosted two Rotary International students this fall for a club-sponsored weekend in the Port Jervis area. Greta Schmitt of Germany (host family Pine Bush, NY) and Caroline Husum of Denmark (host family Millbrook, NY), are both 15-years-old.  The two are spending just shy of a year in the United States, as Rotary International exchange students. During the beautiful fall weekend of October 15-16, they spent time with l

Story (Read how you can find help AND how you can provide help. ): https://midhudsonnews.com/2025/11/07/port-jervis-residents-do-their-part-to-provide-for-those-in-need/ Thank you to Orange County and Port Jervis Free Library staff for these resource lists: From Orange County, NY website. There are other resources on the orangecountygov.food assistance link as well. Some of the local Port Jervis food resources as compiled and shared by Port Jervis Free Library staff. Phot

Story on MidHudsonNews: https://midhudsonnews.com/2025/11/03/port-jervis-oldest-fire-company-celebrates-175th-anniversary/ PowerPoint 12 minute musical historical movie link: https://youtu.be/73dxDTjCUMM?si=P4z2exmTBZXKzuMQ Photo Gallery: Neversink Eng. Co. #1 “Squad 1” pictured on the weekend of the company's 175th Anniversary Old Timers Night Celebration. Photo courtesy of Rob Waligroski Photo courtesy of Rob Waligroski Past PJFD Chief Joseph Kowal and Justin Grusz, both fi

By Sharon E. Siegel PORT JERVIS, NY -- Port Jervis' 77th Halloween Parade, hosted by the city's Recreation Department and sponsored by PJ Elks Lodge #645 and Shoprite of Westfall, PA and complete with refreshments, brought children and adults of all ages and costume creations to enjoy the annual event together. The parade line-up was in front of City Hall on Hammond Street at 3 pm, with the parade stepping off 3:30 pm. Children, adults and pets participated with a wide array

By Sharon E. Siegel GREAT JOB, Port Jervis Middle School in last night's Dare to Dream Jr. presentation of A Disney Musical Revue last night! PJMS' young actors, actresses, singers, dancers and all associated stage crew and others were fantastic in presenting this show! Thank you, also, to the directors, choreographer, sound, lighting, and projection technicians, and all alumni volunteers and others who helped with this wonderful show! If you missed it last night, there are

Post by Sharon E. Siegel Anyone able to watch a new TV show on A&E this Saturday morning at 9 a.m. should tune in to see a familiar face and enjoy the story and focus of a Port Jervis High School grad! Barrett Mack, PJHS Class of 1997, will be featured on A&E's new series, "The Real Estate Commission" on Saturday morning, October 25, 9 a.m. Mack, a successful Albany area attorney and founder of his own law firm, Mack & Associates, specializes in matrimonial and family law. A

Guest Article by Camille Johnson Introduction Losing a business to addiction is one of the most painful experiences a person can face. Beyond the financial wreckage lies guilt, shame, and fear about the future. Yet, many entrepreneurs have rebuilt not only their finances but also their sense of purpose and peace. This article offers a roadmap to financial recovery — blending practical steps with emotional resilience strategies to help you rebuild stability, integrity, and sel