Category: Government

Dutchess County Commissioner of Mental Hygiene Dr. Kenneth Glatt to Retire after 35 Years of Service

Poughkeepsie… Dutchess County Executive Marcus J. Molinaro has announced that after more than 35 years of service to the residents of Dutchess County, Commissioner of Mental Hygiene Kenneth M. Glatt, Ph.D., ABPP, will retire at the end of May, 2015….

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NY State of Health Announces Special Enrollment Period for Uninsured New Yorkers Facing Tax Penalties

NY State of Health Announces Special Enrollment Period for Uninsured New Yorkers Facing Tax Penalties NEWBURGH, New York— Newburgh, NY (March 1, 2015) Maternal Infant Services Network, Inc. (MISN) a New York State funded Navigator Program Provider for the Mid-Hudson Region…

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Dutchess County Department of Human Resources Recruitment Announcement

Dutchess County Department of Human Resources Recruitment Announcement Title: Senior Accountant Recruitment Number: 2015-00000005 Last File Date: 3/20/2015 A recruitment has been announced in a title you indicated interest in. If you are still interested, please follow these steps: Read…

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More Than 259,000 Homeowners Will Receive Average $1,112 in Annual Direct Tax Relief

In the Mid-Hudson Region: More Than 259,000 Homeowners Will Receive Average $1,112 in Annual Direct Tax Relief Governor Andrew M. Cuomo today detailed projected savings for New York taxpayers as a result of the Property Tax Relief program, which provides…

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$900 Million to be Invested in State Parks Through 2020

$900 Million to be Invested in State Parks Through 2020 Governor Andrew M. Cuomo today unveiled a seven-point framework of the NY Parks 2020 Plan that will leverage approximately $900 million in public and private funding to modernize the State…

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Dutchess County Office for the Aging’s AGING NEWS

· Malnutrition in the Elderly · Home Delivered Meals Available · Cancer Support Group Meeting (3/3) · March is National Nutrition Month · Purim Fun-Fest with Zumba Gold (3/4) Golden Living . . . News for Senior Citizens Mary Kaye…

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ARRC scores victory for solar energy as PSC kills job-killing regs

ALBANY, NY – The New York State Public Service Commission (PSC) today issued a stay on new regulations it approved back in December which had lawmakers and clean energy advocates up in arms over new requirements which denied net metering…

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NYS Ban on Invasive Species Goes into Effect on March 10, 2015

Many homeowners will breathe a sigh of relief on March 10, when new regulations go into effect banning the sale, purchase and transportation of a long list of invasive species that have plagued our properties — and our ecosystem —…

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Governor Cuomo Announces $8 Million to Combat Heroin and Prescription Drug Abuse Among Young Adults Statewide

Governor Andrew M. Cuomo today announced that New York State has been awarded $8.1 million in federal funds to help prevent heroin use, prescription drug abuse, and opioid overdose among adolescents and young adults across the State, while also increasing…

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Molinaro Appoints Acting Community & Family Services Commissioner

Dutchess County Executive Marcus J. Molinaro has announced he will appoint Sabrina Jaar Marzouka as Acting Commissioner of the Dutchess County Department of Community and Family Services (DCFS) following the retirement of Robert Allers. Allers retires March 27th after 40…

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NY’s First Official State Trade Mission to Cuba

First Official State Trade Mission to Cuba Since the Announcement to Begin Process of Restoring Diplomatic Relations Trade Mission Delegation Will Include New York State Officials and Business Leaders and Will Leave for Cuba on April 20th Chief of the…

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The Federal Communications Commission voted Thursday to approve strong net neutrality rules

WASHINGTON — The Federal Communications Commission voted Thursday to approve strong net neutrality rules in a stunning decision that defies vocal, months-long opposition by telecom and cable companies and Republicans on Capitol Hill. Democratic Commissioners Jessica Rosenworcel and Mignon Clyburn…

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New requirements will ensure reliable, clean and low-cost power to consumers

Governor Andrew M. Cuomo today announced new reforms to the energy and utility industry, requiring the integration of energy efficiency, solar, wind, and other clean energy technologies onto the grid in order to reduce energy bills and give customers more…

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Murphy authors and passes first bill, victim safety zones

ALBANY, NY – While discussion of so-called “child safety zone” legislation has recently shot to the forefront after a state appellate court decision striking down municipal laws to enact residency requirements for sex offenders, those who have been involved in…

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