Category: North East
WILLIAM GEORGE OSTROM “BILLY THE KID” Passed away peacefully at his home on Thursday, December 3, 2015, at 95, Billy O. was born March 7,1920 to George and Cora (Silvernail) Ostrom, one of 10 children. He attended City schools….
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…
Department to Design Clean Energy Standard, Ensuring that 50% of Electricity in New York State Comes From Renewable Energy Resources by 2030 Announcement Comes as New York and World Leaders Continue Climate Change Discussions in Paris Governor Andrew M….
GALLERY AT NAPLES STUDIO PREMIERES “PENTIMENTO,” NEW PAINTINGS BY KATHY WISMAR Show Presents Colorful Range of Abstract Acrylics by Local Painter and Ceramic Artist Kent, CT. 1 December, 2015. “Pentimento,” a collection of abstract acrylic paintings created by…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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,…
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…
Donald J. Plantier “Fire Duck” Wingdale/Stanfordvile – Donald John Plantier, the “Fire Duck”, a lifelong Dutchess County resident died peacefully on Tuesday, November 24, 2015 at Village Crest Center in New Milford, CT. Mr. Plantier retired as a food…
State Police to crackdown on impaired, distracted and speeding drivers this Thanksgiving weekend NEW YORK STATE POLICE Joseph A. D’Amico Superintendent Beau Duffy – Director of Public Information PRESS RELEASE The New York State Police and local law enforcement agencies…
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…
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…