A copy of the letter that DA Hoovler wrote in response to Brandon Holdridge’s allegations. ( Photo by Dylan Skriloff) DA finds ‘no criminal activity’ in Valentine’s work as supervisor It was last election season’s October surprise in the town of Chester. Republican Councilman Robert Courtenay and Democratic... Local News 06 Sep 2024 | 03:31
Chester Town Hall. ( Photo by Lisa Reider) Town celebrates grant wins, reallocates funds for SLPAC Town of Chester Supervisor Brandon Holdridge announced the release of $115,000 in grant money for the resurfacing of Johnson... Local News 07 Aug 2024 | 10:44
The June 12 Chester Town Board meeting, as viewed via YouTube. Chester seeks new building inspector following Hand’s resignation The town of Chester had its pocket picked. Building inspector John Hand, only hired permanently a few months ago, is heading... Local News 21 Jun 2024 | 02:52
First Amendment lawsuit filed against the town of Chester Former Deputy Town Clerk Nanette Batista-Perez has filed a First Amendment lawsuit against Chester Town Clerk Linda Zappala... Local News 10 Apr 2024 | 10:11
Chester Town Hall. Chester grapples with building permit backlog The Town of Chester has over 400 building permits to renew and is two years behind in its internal audits to be reported... Local News 18 Mar 2024 | 02:31
Dr. Sha-Ron Pierre speaks to the board about the benefits of cannabis dispensaries. Valentine gives farewell statement at year-end meeting The town of Chester bid farewell to Supervisor Robert Valentine as the 2023 calendar year came to a close at the last town... Home 02 Jan 2024 | 04:10
Trash debate returns as town works to maintain bottom line On November 8th, the future of Chester’s trash collection was the main focus of discussion. Town Supervisor Robert Valentine... Local News 10 Nov 2023 | 11:24
In support of Supervisor Bob Valentine At a time when we are under constant threat of upheaval in our daily lives, when our culture and values are under attack... Letters to the Editor 19 Oct 2023 | 03:51
The house central to the lawsuit at 25 Creamery Pond Road. ( Image by Google Maps) Chester Town Board approves $10K payment to insurance for eviction lawsuit At the October 11 Chester Town Board meeting, the board voted to approve a payment of $10,000 to the town’s insurance for... Local News 17 Oct 2023 | 04:19
Chester Councilmen Brandon Holdridge and Robert Courtenay. Chester councilmen call for investigation into supervisor Chester Town Councilmen Robert Courtenay (R) and Brandon Holdridge (D) last week asked Orange County District Attorney David... News 16 Oct 2023 | 11:05
An experienced supervisor I would like to emphasize how important it is to have a knowledgeable and experienced supervisor making decisions for Chester.... Letters to the Editor 10 Oct 2023 | 02:30
Meet the candidates for Chester supervisor Robert Valentine and Brandon Holdridge are competing for the supervisor’s seat in the Town of Chester. The Chronicle asked... Local News 08 Oct 2023 | 10:02
Robert Valentine Robert Valentine Why are you running for supervisor? I am running for supervisor to provide responsible, experienced leadership for Chester... Local News 04 Oct 2023 | 01:57
Ethics in local government We put a lot of trust in our elected officials to do the right thing and represent us with our best interests at heart. We... Letters to the Editor 02 Oct 2023 | 02:03
Robert Valentine (pictured) will face Democrat Brandon Holdridge this November. GOP primary: Results hold for Chester candidates in final vote count Election night results held steady for the Chester candidates in the Republican primary after the board of elections counted... Local News 11 Jul 2023 | 03:05