Category: Washington

Dutchess County 2016 Budget Adopted with Bipartisan Support

  Dutchess County 2016 Budget Adopted with Bipartisan Support Property Taxes Cut and Services Maintained Poughkeepsie, NY… The Dutchess County Legislature last night adopted the 2016 Dutchess County Budget by a 19-4 bipartisan vote. The adopted budget, with few amendments…

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Mary Kate Bida of Millbrook competes for the SUNY Oneonta women’s cross country team

  News from SUNY Oneonta Mary Kate Bida competes for the SUNY Oneonta women’s cross country team ONEONTA, NY (12/04/2015)– Mary Kate Bida a Fashion Merchandising major from Millbrook, NY was a member of the 2015 SUNY Oneonta women’s cross…

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Obituary, Gerald T. Osborne, Jr.

  Gerald T. Osborne, Jr, 72, passed away Sunday, November 29, 2015 at Danbury Hospital, Danbury, CT. Formerly of Danbury and New Milford, CT, he was born in Mahopac, NY on November 25, 1943, son of the late Gerald T….

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Dutchess County Office for the Aging’s AGING NEWS

  Dutchess County Office for the Aging’s AGING NEWS IRS Scam and Other Senior Scams Town Hall Budget Forums Upcoming (11/30) Veteran Health Fairs (12/3) Cancer Support Group Meeting More Aging News Online   Golden Living . . . News…

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Pet of The Week: Cassie

  Cassie is a very friendly senior girl at the Putnam Humane Society. She loves to meet new people and will roll over for a belly rub when petted. She’s looking for a more experienced home without other pets. She’s…

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Fred W. Scoralick, retired Dutchess County Sheriff, dies at 80

  Fred W. Scoralick, retired Dutchess County Sheriff, dies at 80 Frederick “Fred” William Scoralick passed away on Sunday, November 29, 2015 at his family home in Poughquag. Fred, the retired Sheriff of Dutchess County, was 80 years old. Born…

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Small Business Saturday

  Small Business Saturday This Saturday, November 28th, we highlight the local businesses that make Dutchess County a great place to live, work and raise a family as part of Small Business Saturday. Small Business Saturday is a national event held…

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Obituary, Rita A. Travia

  Millbrook – Rita A. Travia, of Millbrook, NY, wife of the former Speaker of the New York State Assembly and a retired United States District Court Judge, passed away on Tuesday at Vassar Brothers Medical Center in Poughkeepsie, NY….

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A message from County Executive Marc Molinaro:

  A message from County Executive Marc Molinaro: “Thanksgiving affords us each a chance to gather with loved ones and collectively show our appreciation for all our many blessings. The holiday should also serve as a chance to give back,…

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The Dutchess County Sheriff’s Office warns of phone scams

  The Dutchess County Sheriff’s Office warns of phone scams The Dutchess County Sheriff’s Office would like to warn the residents of Dutchess County and surrounding areas about phone scams that are on the increase during the holiday season. Phone…

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Obituary, George H. Williams Jr.

  MILLBROOK – George H. Williams Jr., 85, of Millbrook, NY passed away on Sunday, November 22, 2015 at his residence. Born in Poughkeepsie on April 23, 1930, he was the son of the late George H. Williams Sr. and…

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Obituary, James R. (Jim) Fulwider

  Former resident of Millbrook, NY – James R. (Jim) Fulwider, 94, a former resident of Millbrook, NY died November 15, 2015 in Cary, NC. Jim was raised on a small farm in Perkins, OK, the grandson of a blacksmith…

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Governor Announces New Efforts in New York State to Help Fight Terrorism

  Governor  Announces New Efforts in New York State to Help Fight Terrorism   New “See Something, Send Something” mobile app will help New Yorkers report suspicious activity 46 New MTA Police Officers will Strengthen Counterterrorism Surge Patrols DOWNLOAD MOBILE…

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Assemblywoman Galef/Senator Serino Applaud Cuomo for Signing Bill to Make it Easier for Seniors to get Property Tax Breaks

  Assemblywoman Galef/Senator Serino Applaud Cuomo for Signing Bill to Make it Easier for Seniors to get Property Tax Breaks New Legislation Requires Tax Assessors to Ease Process for Seniors to Participate in Enhanced STAR   Assemblywoman Sandy Galef (Ossining) and…

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