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Dutchess Participating in Statewide STOP-DWI Cinco de Mayo Enforcement Effort

  Dutchess Participating in Statewide STOP-DWI Cinco de Mayo Enforcement Effort Impaired Driving Enforcement runs through May 6th, 2016 Poughkeepsie, NY… Dutchess County police agencies are participating in a special enforcement effort to crackdown on impaired driving during the Cinco…

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This summer is going to be a scorcher, forecasters say

  Unpack your bathing suits and plug in your air conditioners. No, seriously. Summer’s right around the corner — and forecasters say it’s going to be a hot one. Meteorologists expect the heat to arrive in full force by June,…

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Governor Announces Awards from $20 Million Hudson Valley Agricultural Enhancement Program

  First-ever regionally targeted farmland protection grant program provides funding for strategic preservation of agricultural lands  Governor Andrew M. Cuomo today announced the awarding of $20 million in grants through the Hudson Valley Agricultural Enhancement Program to help local farmers…

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Car/Pedestrian Fatality in Amenia

  Car/Pedestrian Fatality in Amenia The Dutchess County Sheriff’s Office reports the investigation into a car/pedestrian fatal auto crash, which occurred on State Route 22 near State Route 343 in the Town of Amenia at approximately 8:30 pm on 5/3/16….

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Dutchess County Department of Human Resources Recruitment Announcement

  Dutchess County Department of Human Resources Recruitment Announcement Title: Community Mental Health Nurse Recruitment Number: 2016-00000015 Last File Date: 7/2/2016 A recruitment has been announced in a title you indicated interest in. If you are still interested, please follow…

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Substitute Bus Service Provided between Southeast and Wassaic From Friday Evening, May 6, Through Sunday, May 8

  Substitute Bus Service Provided between Southeast and Wassaic From Friday Evening, May 6, Through Sunday, May 8 Service Change Will Accommodate Harlem Line Improvements After 10 p.m. on Friday, May 6, buses will replace select trains on Metro-North Railroad’s…

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Former New York State Assembly Speaker Sheldon Silver Sentenced In Manhattan Federal Court To 12 Years In Prison

  Former New York State Assembly Speaker Sheldon Silver Sentenced In Manhattan Federal Court To 12 Years In Prison Silver Also To Pay a $1.75 Million Fine To Take Into Account Taxpayer Funded Pension Preet Bharara, the United States Attorney…

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“No Excuses” Campaign to Combat Underage Drinking in New York

  NYS Liquor Authority, Advocates and Industry Partners Join Together to Advance Alcohol Responsibility and Prevent Sales to Minors  Governor Andrew M. Cuomo today launched the “No Excuses” campaign aimed at curbing underage drinking in New York. The statewide education…

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MOLINARO ANNOUNCES YEAR END 2015 FINANCIAL CONDITION

  MOLINARO ANNOUNCES YEAR END 2015 FINANCIAL CONDITION POUGHKEEPSIE — Dutchess County Executive Marcus J. Molinaro announced the County’s 2015 year-end financial report has been completed and submitted as required to the New York State Office of the Comptroller. The…

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Dutchess County Office For the Aging’s AGING NEWS

  Dutchess County Office For the Aging’s AGING NEWS Senior Picnic Time Is Here Again 95-Year-Old Bard Professor’s Amazing WWII Past Chip-Card Scams Come To New York NY Museums Become Dementia-Friendly Early Hudson Valley Business And Industry Event (5/9) OTHER…

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Pet of The Week: Kaizer

Kaizer is a stunning black male cat with the sweetest and most loving personality.  If you’re looking for a playful and snuggly boy, Kaizer could be your purrfect cat!  He’ll roll over and reach out to all who pass by…

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Home Security Burglary Prevention Blog

  Home Security Burglary Prevention Blog    Your home is your castle…or is it? Is your home really safe once you leave for work or school? Your home is considered a sanctuary where you should feel safe. Your home is the…

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DEC Accepting Applications for Volunteer Fire Assistance Grants – Funds Provide Assistance to Rural Fire Departments

  DEC Accepting Applications for Volunteer Fire Assistance Grants Funds Provide Assistance to Rural Fire Departments The Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) is now accepting applications for federally-funded “Volunteer Fire Assistance” grants, Acting Commissioner Basil Seggos announced today. The grants…

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May is Mental Health Awareness Month

  May is Mental Health Awareness Month   Poughkeepsie… May is Mental Health Awareness Month, and the Dutchess County Department of Behavioral & Community Health announces several upcoming events designed to increase awareness and understanding about living with a mental…

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DEC Issues Guidance to Avoid Conflicts with Coyotes

  DEC Issues Guidance to Avoid Conflicts with Coyotes The New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) today issued guidance on preventing conflicts between people and coyotes as spring temperatures approach and coyotes increase foraging. “Coyotes are an integral…

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