This is interesting. A new sign is up in the storefront of 101 Liberty Street says “Coming Soon…Newburgh Chess Club.” We have yet to get a hold of the owner, but a source says that this space will be home to a chess club and a bookstore. If the bookstore bit is true that will be some very welcomed news. The City of Newburgh could really use a bookstore and hang out spot for the community. We’ll keep you posted when we find out more!
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