Chester Elementary students in Rebecca Quackenbush’s class experiment with chemicals. ( Photo courtesy the Chester Union Free School District) Chester students enjoy a STEM classic while studying chemical changes Chester Elementary’s young scientists recently explored, recorded and reported their findings as part of a January STEM lesson... Local News 01 Feb 2025 | 12:00
Peadar Hickey. Tributes, originals, nostalgia and more Kick off February right by supporting some local performers! In one part of town you’ll have folk, classic rock, and nostalgic... Entertainment 31 Jan 2025 | 08:10
Marsha Roberts. Marsha Roberts, 74 Marsha Roberts of Chester, NY, passed away on January 29, 2025, at Kaplan Family Hospice Residence in Newburgh. She was 74... Obituaries 30 Jan 2025 | 04:16
Zappala runs for reelection as Chester town clerk Linda Zappala, the current town clerk for the town of Chester, has announced that she is pursuing a fourth term this year.... Local News 29 Jan 2025 | 10:01
These recent Chester Academy graduates had a lot to share. ( Photo courtesy the Chester Union Free School District) Alumni visit Chester Academy On January 8, Chester Academy kicked off the new year by welcoming back five alumni to share their experiences and insights... Local News 25 Jan 2025 | 12:00
Free Shrimp. Get out and get down this week Don’t let the cold weather keep you down. There’s plenty of great live music events happening in the coming days to help... Entertainment 24 Jan 2025 | 08:10
The college fair included colleges that partner with the group “Today’s Students, Tomorrow’s Teachers.” ( Photo courtesy the Chester Union Free School District) Chester students learn about career options On January 7 Chester Academy junior and senior students from Today’s Students, Tomorrow’s Teachers (TSTT) gathered for a... Local News 23 Jan 2025 | 10:06
Glen Richard Banker Sr Glen Richard Banker Sr., 88 Glen Richard Banker Sr. of Chester passed away peacefully in his sleep on November 21, 2024. He was 88 years old. Born December... Obituaries 20 Jan 2025 | 02:25
The PreZence. ( Photo by Neil Segal) Sweet sounds to satisfy your music fix The days may be chilly, but the nights heat up thanks to a variety of live music performed by some of the best local bands... Entertainment 17 Jan 2025 | 08:10
Chester Town Supervisor Brandon Holdridge. Chester supervisor lays out 2025 agenda At the town of Chester reorganization meeting and regular town board meeting on January 8, Supervisor Brandon Holdridge laid... Local News 15 Jan 2025 | 02:10
Chester Village Hall. ( Photo by Lisa Reider) Village of Chester to create its own flag Mayor Christopher Battiato announced at the January 13 Chester Village Board of Trustees meeting that the village will seek... Local News 14 Jan 2025 | 05:04
Marion J. Musumeci. Marion J. Musumeci, 96 Our mother, Marion, passed away peacefully on January 13, 2025, at The Valley View Center for Rehabilitation & Nursing in... Obituaries 14 Jan 2025 | 12:04
Chester Academy students learn about careers in the mental health field from Nourish Your Mind clinicians. ( Photo courtesy the Chester Union Free School District) Chester students learn about mental health careers Chester Academy’s juniors and seniors recently had the opportunity to dive into the world of mental health careers as part... Local News 13 Jan 2025 | 12:14
Students practicing ahead of their Jan. 23 concert. ( Photos courtesy the Chester Union Free School District) Chester students practice for upcoming concert On Wednesday, January 8, Chester Union Free School district fifth-grade students could be seen tuning up their clarinets,... Local News 11 Jan 2025 | 12:10
Chester Elementary School studetns at the PBIS assembly. ( Photo shared by the school district) CES holds PBIS assembly Chester Elementary School recently held its annual “Positive Behavioral Interventions & Supports” assembly, also known as... Local News 10 Jan 2025 | 10:10
