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1 week ago | 
jessica50f.substack.com | Jessica Cohen
Sustainable Warwick is going for a second hike, to be hosted again by biologist Soňa Mason. You are invited to join. They will go to Fitzgerald Falls on the Appalachian Trail to see Pink Lady's Slippers and other local flowers. Sunday, May 18th at 2:00p.m.Because there is limited parking, please consider carpooling.
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1 week ago | 
jessica50f.substack.com | Jessica Cohen
Warwick Cares Mental Health Initiatives announces the 3rd Annual Mental Health Awareness Month Celebration, set to take place on Saturday, May 10th, 2025, from 12:00 PM to 4:00 PM on the Railroad Green in Warwick, NY. (In the event of inclement weather, the date is May 17th). May is National Mental Health Awareness Month.
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1 week ago | 
jessica50f.substack.com | Jessica Cohen
The Warwick Police Department and the Warwick Valley Central School District are once again collaborating this summer to host the WPD’s Junior Police Academy. Led by the WPD’s School Resource Officers, students will learn about different aspects of police work, including: K-9 demonstrations, self-defense, CPR, fire safety, fingerprinting, visits to Orange County 911 and Crime Analysis Centers, plus interesting guest lecturers and fun field trips.
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2 weeks ago | 
jessica50f.substack.com | Jessica Cohen
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2 weeks ago | 
jessica50f.substack.com | Jessica Cohen
Dear Reader, As federal changes speedily occur, we, at the Lookout, would like to know what measures people are taking to protect themselves, their families and businesses, and what affects you most. Please do send us an email to let us know that and whatever else is on your mind about community changes. Thanks much,[email protected] focused news can only succeed with community support. Please consider the various subscription levels.
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2 weeks ago | 
jessica50f.substack.com | Jessica Cohen
By Dakota HendricksWith the completion of the 2025 Pike County Comprehensive Plan, the community now holds a vital tool to tackle one of its most challenging tasks: securing grant funding. According to several county officials, in the competitive world of grants, an up-to-date Comprehensive Plan significantly boosts Pike County’s appeal to potential funders. Grants from private organizations, corporate sponsors, and state and federal agencies all come with varying rules and restrictions.
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2 weeks ago | 
jessica50f.substack.com | Jessica Cohen
By David OfshinskyOn the mild spring evening of April 23, a crowd of about 50 people filled the Deerpark Town Hall meeting room. They came to attend the Planning Board’s Public Hearing on Quarry Management’s latest proposal for its US Rt. 6 site. When Quarry Management proposed an amended site plan, lot consolidation and zoning changes at the March 12 Planning Board meeting, it was met with a barrage of tough questions from the Planning Board.
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2 weeks ago | 
jessica50f.substack.com | Jessica Cohen
WEST TRENTON, N.J. (April 23) – Paddlers of all ages and experience levels are invited to register for the 30th Delaware River Sojourn taking place June 14-20. The Sojourn is a guided paddling and camping trip, combining on-water experiences and educational learning opportunities. Rental equipment is provided, and river guides teach basic instruction and help keep paddlers safe while on the water. Participants may sign up for the entire trip or for the day(s) of their choice.
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3 weeks ago | 
jessica50f.substack.com | Jessica Cohen
A year has passed since the Warwick Democrats lost Terry Anderson, a stalwart member of our committee and an accomplished journalist for the Associated Press. Terry spent six and a half years as a hostage in Lebanon after being abducted off the streets of Beirut. After his release, Terry said he forgave his captors and went on to teach journalism to graduate students and to write a best-selling memoir of his experience as a hostage.
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3 weeks ago | 
jessica50f.substack.com | Jessica Cohen
Wondering if an electric vehicle Is right for you? Here is an opportunity to learn from the experiences of local EV drivers. More EVs are driving around Orange County. Many wonder what one is actually like to drive, maintain, and keep charged. Buying a new vehicle is a big decision. Despite short-term uncertainty over tariffs and the future of currently available EV rebates and prices, the long-term picture is clear: EVs are steadily becoming the car of the future.
