Sarah Shao
Lightspeed Restoration of Orange County: Restoring Homes, Rebuilding Trust
When disaster strikes a home or business, few moments feel more overwhelming. For Philip Whitbeck, owner of Lightspeed Restoration of Orange County, those moments are exactly when compassion matters most. Whitbeck runs the Middletown-based restoration...
Hudson Valley’s Largest Chinese New Year Celebration Unites Middletown Community
The 2026 Chinese New Year celebration, organized by the Middletown Chinese Association—also known as the Mount Hope Chinese Association—in partnership with the Middletown High School Diversity Club, brought the community together in a vibrant celebration...
Autismo Café Reopens to the Community — A Space for Connection, Events, and Belonging
Autismo Café in Middletown has officially reopened after renovations, warmly welcoming children with autism, their families, friends, and the whole community. The café offers an inclusive space where you can host Birthday Parties, Movie Nights,...
From Reluctant Roots to Purpose-Driven Passion: Inside Automotive Ingenuity HD
When Edin V. Guzman talks about automotive repair, he doesn’t begin with engines or tools—but with people, faith, and energy. “I actually grew up with my dad being a diesel mechanic,” Guzman said. “And let...
Sweetheart Screening 2026 Offers Free Care and Community Connection in Newburgh
A Valentine’s Day celebration focused on health and community brought families together on Feb. 14, 2026, as Sweetheart Screening 2026 was held at the Newburgh Armory Unity Center. Hosted by Orange County Executive Steve Neuhaus...
Matthew Sush Leads Chamber – A Lifelong Community Advocate
Matthew Sush, a lifelong resident of Sullivan County, has been appointed President of the Sullivan County Chamber of Commerce. “I’m really looking forward to being able to help as many businesses as I can,” Sush...
Love Without Labels Brings Inclusive Valentine’s Celebration to Middletown
A sensory-safe Valentine’s Day celebration centered on inclusion and emotional well-being was held Feb. 13 at the Middletown Recreation & Parks Department, as the Infinite Heart Initiative hosted its Love Without Labels Valentine’s Community Party....
OCD Cleaning Services: Where Detail Builds Trust
What began as a busy working mother’s frustration with unfinished cleaning jobs has grown into one of the Hudson Valley’s most trusted cleaning companies. Founded by Sgro, OCD Cleaning Services now provides residential and commercial...
HBE Students Welcome the Lunar New Year Through Culture, Stories, and Play
On Feb. 11 and 12, students at Hamilton Bicentennial Elementary School (HBE) in Cuddebackville, New York, welcomed the upcoming Chinese Lunar New Year through a series of engaging Chinese Cultural Program sessions held across multiple...
Freelancing with Lynita: Turning Ideas into Lasting Legacies
What happens when passion, creativity, and purpose collide? For Lynita Davis, the answer is clear: you build a legacy. Her full-service creative platform helps entrepreneurs, dreamers, and creators turn ideas into projects that live long...
GCD Auto Studio – Driving Innovation, Community, and the Next Generation of Automotive Talent (Part 2)
This is a paid promotion. In the heart of Orange County, GCD Auto Studio, located in Florida, NY, goes beyond restoring and customizing classic cars, actively engaging with the local community while shaping the next...
GCD Auto Studio – Where Classic Cars Meet Art and Innovation (Part 1)
In the heart of Orange County, New York, GCD Auto Studio, located in Florida, NY, has become a destination for car enthusiasts seeking both classic restoration and cutting-edge customization. Founded in 2019 by Gilbert Monge...