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County Executive Molinaro Awarded for “ThinkDIFFERENTLY” by Taconic Resources for Independence

  County Executive Molinaro Awarded for “ThinkDIFFERENTLY” by Taconic Resources for Independence Molinaro feted for initiative fostering inclusive environment for those with special needs Poughkeepsie… Dutchess County Executive Marcus J. Molinaro was honored earlier this week by Taconic Resources for…

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New Farmers Grant Fund Now Accepting Applications from Farms of All Sizes

  New Farmers Grant Fund Now Accepting Applications from Farms of All Sizes Governor Andrew M. Cuomo today announced $1 million in funding is available to assist new and early-stage farmers through the New York State New Farmers Grant Fund….

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SENATOR MURPHY ISSUES A CHALLENGE: “LET’S GET 1,000 POUNDS OF PRESCRIPTION DRUG OFF THE STREETS!” Challenge Part of National Prescription Drug Take-Back Day

  SENATOR MURPHY ISSUES A CHALLENGE: “LET’S GET 1,000 POUNDS OF PRESCRIPTION DRUG OFF THE STREETS!” Challenge Part of National Prescription Drug Take-Back Day   YORKTOWN, NY – Senator Terrence Murphy has issued a challenge to communities to collect 1,000…

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Dutchess County Department of Human Resources Recruitment Announcement – Deputy Commissioner of Public Works

  Dutchess County Department of Human Resources Recruitment Announcement Title: Deputy Commissioner of Public Works Recruitment Number: 2016-00000032 Last File Date: 11/11/2016 A recruitment has been announced in a title you indicated interest in. If you are still interested, please…

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Pawling Senior Named Siemens Semifinalist

  Pawling Senior Named Siemens Semifinalist Local Pawling High School student Dawn Kershaw is among more than 400 semi-finalists named across the United States in this year’s prestigious Siemens Competition, the nation’s premier competition in math, science and technology for high…

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Kevin McCurdy’s Haunted Mansion is Back with Three All New Attractions

  Kevin McCurdy’s Haunted Mansion is Back with Three All New Attractions Kevin McCurdy’s Haunted Mansion is celebrating its 40th anniversary with all new attractions. Read about all three! BIZARRE: The Haunted Mansion has created original stories and scenes that…

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National Prescription Drug Take-Back Day This Saturday

  National Prescription Drug Take-Back Day This Saturday Poughkeepsie… Dutchess County Executive Marcus J. Molinaro encourages the public’s participation National Drug Take-back Day, Saturday, October 22nd. Residents are encouraged to dispose of all unwanted, unneeded, or expired prescription drugs safely…

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U.S. Winter Outlook predicts warmer, drier South and cooler, wetter North

  October 20, 2016Forecasters at NOAA’s Climate Prediction Center issued the U.S. Winter Outlook today, saying that La Nina is expected to influence winter conditions this year. The Climate Prediction Center issued a La Nina watch this month, predicting the…

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New York City woman arrested subsequent to LaGrange bank fraud investigation

  New York City woman arrested subsequent to LaGrange bank fraud investigation NEW YORK STATE POLICE  Major Robert M. Nuzzo Troop K Commander PRESS RELEASE LaGrange, New York – On October 19, 2016, New York State Police from the Poughkeepsie barracks arrested…

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Governor Announces Action to Ensure Health Insurers Provide Coverage for Necessary Substance Abuse Treatment

  Governor Announces Action to Ensure Health Insurers Provide Coverage for Necessary Substance Abuse Treatment   Guidance Issued by DFS to Insurance Companies Outlines New Coverage Requirements Follows Landmark Legislation Signed by the Governor to Combat Opioid Abuse Governor Andrew…

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Governor Announces $2.5 Million to Protect Valuable and At-Risk Farmland in the Mid-Hudson Valley

Governor Announces $2.5 Million to Protect Valuable and At-Risk Farmland in the Mid-Hudson Valley Grants Announced During Mid-Hudson Regional Sustainable Development and Collaborative Governance Conference Governor Andrew M. Cuomo today announced $2.5 million has been awarded to five projects in…

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Troop K removes 19 intoxicated or impaired drivers from the roadways this past weekend

  Troop K removes 19 intoxicated or impaired drivers from the roadways this past weekend NEW YORK STATE POLICE  Major Robert M. Nuzzo Troop K Commander PRESS RELEASE Troop K – In an effort to combat intoxicated and impaired drivers throughout Columbia,…

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SENATOR MURPHY BACKS WOMEN’S RESOURCE CENTER WITH $69K IN GRANTS

  SENATOR MURPHY BACKS WOMEN’S RESOURCE CENTER WITH $69K IN GRANTS Funding for Victims Support Services Coincides  With Domestic Violence Awareness Month   CARMEL, NY – According to statistics, a woman is assaulted or beaten every nine seconds. Domestic violence…

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Beckham Lasseur of Amenia Begins a Military Career in the New York Army National Guard

  News from New York State Division of Military & Naval Affairs Beckham Lasseur of Amenia Begins a Military Career in the New York Army National Guard Citizen Soldier from Amenia completes initial milestone of service to state and nation…

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