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STORY: https://midhudsonnews.com/2026/06/23/bill-whetsels-rumshock-village-becomes-realty/ VIDEO: https://youtu.be/c59lWaOYROE PHOTO GALLERY:

By Sharon E. Siegel PORT JERVIS, NY – Tri-State Players will entertain audiences locally with two top notch shows this summer. Both shows will take place at the Minisink Reformed Church Pavilion, 300 Clove Road, Montague, NJ 07827. Opening night for the first of these shows, Agatha Cristie’s Alibi, is this Friday, June 19. The second show, Nancy Drew: The Secret of the Old Clock, opens in July. Alibi, directed by well-known performer/director Steve Davis, will be presented

STORY: https://midhudsonnews.com/2026/06/17/monument-salutes-military-women-through-history/ VIDEO LINK: https://youtu.be/g7o6BMQ1ig8 PHOTO GALLERY: Anna Blackman, U.S. Navy Veteran Susan Marie Foster, PA State Senator Lisa Baker

By Sharon E. Siegel PORT JERVIS, NY – Luanna and Mitch Sauschuck and family (Luanna, Mitch, Sydney and Antonio Sauschuck-Mininno, Carson and Riley Sauschuck, and Cody Brewster) decorated the Erie Trackside Manor last weekend in red, white, and blue for a completely free-of-charge Flag Day dinner for veterans and a guest. The ‘Thank You for Your Service Gala’ included a full-course-buffet, music by Rockafuller DG Entertainment and local musician Brayden Ross, dancing, prizes

By Sharon E. Siegel STORIES: Winner List and more: https://midhudsonnews.com/2026/06/16/port-jervis-soapbox-derby-winners-off-to-akron/ Opening Ceremony (includes Flag Day tribute): https://midhudsonnews.com/2026/06/15/port-jervis-holds-annual-soapbox-derby/ VIDEO OF OPENING CEREMONY: https://youtu.be/qRUz2suE8ns PHOTO GALLERY: Port Jervis Mayor Dominic Cicalese leads tributes to America's Flag -- Flag Day Celebration 2026 B.P.O.E. Exhalted Ruler Tina Everett speaks of Elk or

MidHudsonNews coverage (story, photos, video) https://midhudsonnews.com/2026/06/09/port-jervis-honors-heroes-at-d-day-ceremony-video-gallery/ Additional Photo Gallery

By Sharon E. Siegel PORT JERVIS, NY – Any and all veterans are invited to the Erie Trackside Manor on Flag Day, June 14, 2025 from 5-10 p.m. for a delicious meal, music by DJ Rockafuller, and an evening held in their honor. “A Thank You for Your Service Gala” encourages all veterans (and one guest each) to attend a completely free-of-charge, unforgettable evening of dinner, camaraderie, and fun. Hosted by Luanna and Mitch Sauschuck and family (Luanna, Mitch, Sydney and Antoni

By Sharon E. Siegel (Story link to MidHudsonNews -- along with extra photo gallery and ceremony YouTube video link) STORY: Port Jervis post commander urges all to live lives worthy of the sacrifices of fallen heroes https://midhudsonnews.com/2026/05/27/port-jervis-post-commander-urges-all-to-live-lives-worthy-of-the-sacrifices-of-fallen-heroes/?fbclid=IwY2xjawSDx3xleHRuA2FlbQIxMQBzcnRjBmFwcF9pZBAyMjIwMzkxNzg4MjAwODkyAAEeN8IhI4ULUAH6CfnN1sLdNN7q3aaS2UoS3FkSqiajMM6U7BuFYE--8chG

By Sharon E. Siegel Port Jervis High School's auditorium was filled last evening with appreciative audience members as Sixth, Seventh, and Eighth Grade vocal performers presented an evening of performances and song. Under the direction of Erin Cross, the PJMS concert featured a wide range of songs, solos, and even instrumental accompaniment. GREAT JOB, PJMS students! Thanks for a super fun evening out at PJHS!

STORY: https://midhudsonnews.com/2026/05/11/students-recognized-for-artwork-and-essays-in-adacs-substance-use-prevention-contest/ VIDEO: This year’s ceremony may be viewed in full at https://youtu.be/sMM_FqCthJg PHOTO GALLERY:

Port Jervis Police Chief William J. Worden told dozens gathered for the May 9, 2026 dedication of PJPD's new training facility that the facility is a testament to teamwork and to a shared purpose which honors the past and strengthens the present and future. Worden was surprised to learn during the official grand opening that the building, constructed by the city's Department of Public Words, had been named in his honor. STORY: https://midhudsonnews.com/2026/05/11/chief-willi

By Sharon E. Siegel PORT JERVIS, NY -- A Service of Installation was held last weekend at Port Jervis' oldest church building, the historic church that has overlooked historic Orange Square for the past 164-years. On Sunday, May 3, 2026, The Rev. Zachary K. Pearce was officially installed as Pastor and Teacher of United Presbyterian & Reformed Church of Port Jervis (formerly The First Presbyterian Church of Port Jervis) at 60 Sussex Street. Pledging to lead the newly rename

TOWN OF DEERPARK, NY – Five-thousand new neighbors moved into the Town of Deerpark this week. Already rooted, the 5,000 are native tree species that were planted on Monday along 10 acres at Lower Bashakill Preserve floodplain in Cuddebackville, New York. A small gathering of officials and representatives of organizations responsible for the reforestation project spoke at the Route 211 site on Wednesday morning. Special praise was given for the 25-year partnership between T

PORT JERVIS, NY -- Two new oak trees were planted at John Glenn Park on Cahoonzie Street to celebrate Arbor Day 2026 in the City of Port Jervis. A dozen-and-a-half people gathered to help plant the trees and to pay tribute to the city's continued designation a Tree City USA. Mayor Dominic Cicalese read two proclamations, one providing the guidelines and commitment as a Tree City USA and the other recognizing the day as Arbor Day in the City of Port Jervis and urging all to s

https://midhudsonnews.com/2026/03/02/port-jervis-holds-annual-st-pattys-day-parade/ Additional photo gallery and links to video (video in two halves) Parade Video (Clip 1 and Clip 2) https://youtu.be/VkjwiPoxXNM (Clip 1) https://youtu.be/NOrlc_Aobwg (Clip 2)

UPDATED: MEET -- Port's unhoused neighbors: surviving frigid days (and nights)

Port Jervis, NY: https://midhudsonnews.com/2026/02/02/port-jervis-homeless-surveyed/\

By Sharon E. Siegel I had a chance to view a dress rehearsal of the Port Jervis Middle School Drama Club production of The Addams Family young@part this week, and I can tell you that you are in for a real treat if you attend any of their three scheduled performance times this weekend. Opening Night is tonight, January 30! I only had a chance to speak with a few during a brief break in rehearsal this week, but enjoyed getting some thoughts about the show, cast, and character

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