Category: Government

DiNapoli: Audits Find $70 Million in Dubious Claims, Persistent Medicaid Billing System Failures

DiNapoli: Audits Find $70 Million in Dubious Claims, Persistent Medicaid Billing System Failures Tens of Millions of Dollars Returned to State Taxpayers New York State Comptroller Thomas P. DiNapoli today released two audits revealing more than $70 million in questionable…

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DEC Releases Final Northern Cricket Frog Recovery Plan to Restore Amphibian’s Population

DEC Releases Final Northern Cricket Frog Recovery Plan to Restore Amphibian’s Population The northern cricket frog will be protected and populations restored in New York State under the final management plan for the amphibian released today, DEC Commissioner Joe Martens…

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New York State Officially Prohibits High-Volume Hydraulic Fracturing

New York State Officially Prohibits High-Volume Hydraulic Fracturing DEC Issues Findings Statement Concluding Extensive Seven-Year Review The state Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) today officially prohibited high-volume hydraulic fracturing (HVHF) in New York State by issuing its formal Findings Statement,…

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Dutchess County Office for the Aging’s AGING NEWS

    Dutchess County Office for the Aging’s AGING NEWS Exercise for Independence Senior Walking Groups Increase Your Balance VA Open House (7/1) Urgent Blood Drive (7/10) Women With Cancer Support Group (7/7) More Aging News Online    The Office…

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Dutchess County Announces Rabies Clinic at DCSPCA (July 18th)

Dutchess County Announces Rabies Clinic at DCSPCA (July 18th)   Poughkeepsie…The Dutchess County Department of Health announced today a free rabies vaccination clinic for pets will be held on Saturday, July 18th at the Dutchess County Society for the Prevention…

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CRREO to host regional arts, culture, heritage conference July 20

CRREO to host regional arts, culture, heritage conference July 20 NEW PALTZ – On July 20, the Center for Research, Regional Education & Outreach at SUNY New Paltz will host a conference titled “Mid-Hudson Arts ∙ Culture ∙ Heritage: Toward…

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County Sponsors Crisis Intervention Team Training for Local Law Enforcement Agencies

County Sponsors Crisis Intervention Team Training for Local Law Enforcement Agencies Poughkeepsie…Last week, 38 law enforcement and corrections officers, representing nine state, county and local departments, took part in a 5-day, 40-hour Dutchess County Crisis Intervention Team (CIT) Training, hosted…

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DEC Announces Tentative 2015-16 Migratory Game Bird Hunting Seasons

DEC Announces Tentative 2015-16 Migratory Game Bird Hunting Seasons Early Announcement Helps Hunters Plan Trips The tentative schedule for many of New York’s 2015-16 migratory game bird seasons is now available, allowing sportsmen and sportswomen to plan outdoor activities well…

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DCC Adds Tour, Info Session Dates to Summer Schedule

DCC Adds Tour, Info Session Dates to Summer Schedule June 25, 2015 – More dates have been added to the slate of summer information sessions and tours for prospective students and families interested in learning about Dutchess Community College’s almost…

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DEC Announces Falconry, Wildlife Rehabilitator and Leashed Tracking Dog Examinations

DEC Announces Falconry, Wildlife Rehabilitator and Leashed Tracking Dog Examinations Exams Slated for August 14; Exam Registration Deadline July 24 Examinations for individuals seeking a license to practice the sport of falconry, become a volunteer wildlife rehabilitator or use leashed…

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County Flags Lowered to Honor Former Commissioner of Finance Rita Brannen

Poughkeepsie, NY… Dutchess County Executive Marcus J. Molinaro has directed all Dutchess County Government facility flags to be lowered to half-staff following the death of former Dutchess County Commissioner of Finance Rita Brannen. “Rita Brannen was a devoted public servant…

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Maple Syrup Production in New York Hits 70-Year High

    Governor Andrew M. Cuomo today announced that maple syrup production in New York reached its highest level in 70 years, allowing the state to retain its standing as the second highest producer of fresh maple syrup in America….

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Dutchess County Department of Human Resources Recruitment Announcement

Dutchess County Department of Human Resources Recruitment Announcement Title: Quality Improvement Coordinator Recruitment Number: 2015-00000021 Last File Date: 7/10/2015 A recruitment has been announced in a title you indicated interest in. If you are still interested, please follow these steps:…

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Dutchess County High School Students Garner Top Honors in “Save Your Friends Over the Airwaves” Teen Driving Safety Contest

Dutchess County High School Students Garner Top Honors in “Save Your Friends Over the Airwaves” Teen Driving Safety Contest Five Arlington High School students have taken top honors in the statewide 10th Annual “Save Your Friends Over the Airwaves” PSA…

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