On Earth Day, Governor Signs Legislation Banning Single-Use Plastic Bags in New York New Law Will Reduce Litter, Cut Greenhouse Gas Emissions and Protect the Environment for Future Generations Governor Andrew M. Cuomo signed legislation on Earth Day that bans…

National Prescription Drug Take-Back Day This Saturday     Poughkeepsie … Dutchess County Executive Marcus J. Molinaro encourages the public’s participation in National Prescription Drug Take-Back Day this Saturday, April 27th. Residents are encouraged to dispose of all unwanted, unneeded,…

Dolores Ann Bossuet, 86, passed away at her home in Newtown, CT on Monday, April 15, 2019. A resident of Newtown since 1962, she was born in Bridgeport, CT on November 29. 1932, she was the daughter of the late…

State Police in Troop K removes eighteen impaired drivers from public roadways over April 20th, 2019, weekend. NEW YORK STATE POLICE  Major Richard L. Mazzone Troop K Commander PRESS RELEASE On April 19, 2019, State Police from SP Wappinger arrested Robert J….

Special thanks to Northern Dutchess Paramedics and J. H. Ketcham Hose Company for visiting Troop 10478 to earn #UniformToUniform       Special thanks to Northern Dutchess Paramedics and J. H. Ketcham Hose Company for visiting Troop 10478 to earn #UniformToUniform.

State Police investigating stabbing in the village of Brewster NEW YORK STATE POLICE  Major Richard L. Mazzone Troop K Commander PRESS RELEASE Brewster, New York – April 22, 2019, the New York State Police from the Brewster barracks are investigating a stabbing…

Millbrook – Richard J. Ellard, 84, of Millbrook, passed away peacefully on Sunday, April 14, 2019 at Vassar Brothers Hospital in Poughkeepsie. He was born on March 9, 1935 in Manhattan to the late John W. & Dorothy M. (Sullivan)…

  County Awards $502,000 for Affordable Housing Projects through HOME Investment Partnership Program Awards part of County’s $1.5 million in total HOME and CDBG awards in 2019 Poughkeepsie, NY … Dutchess County Executive Marcus J. Molinaro has announced grant awards totaling…

“… two refreshing comedies comes to Copake  with The Two Of Us Productions! ” COPAKE, NY –The Two Of Us Productions, the award winning theater company based in Columbia County NY, is pleased to present two wonderful one-act comedies from…

DEC Environmental Conservation Police Officer Highlights ECO Actions for Early April New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) Environmental Conservation Police Officers (ECOs) enforce the 71 Chapters of NY Environmental Conservation Law (ECL), protecting fish and wildlife and preserving…

Amenia Fire Company Pancake Breakfast SUNDAY, APRIL 28, 2019 AT THE AMENIA FIREHOUSE 36 MECHANIC STREET 7:30 TO 11 A.M. ALL YOU CAN EAT! ADULTS: $8.00 SENIORS/UNDER 12: $7.00 INFO: 845-373-8352 (LAST MEAL OF THE SEASON UNTIL SEPTEMBER)

MILLBROOK LITERARY FESTIVAL CELEBRATES LOCAL AUTHORS, BRINGS COMMUNITY TOGETHER   May 18 event showcases author-led panels and discussions for adults, teens and children, plus book-signings, music and more Millbrook, NY – April 22, 2019 – Now in its 11th year, the…

DEC Announces Acquisition of Two Columbia County Parcels Totaling 1,114 Acres Properties Include Extensive Hiking Trails and Critical Watershed Protections $6.7 Million Investment to Protect Hudson River Estuary and Significant Bird Habitats New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC)…

Garrison: Garrison is an adorable, lovable Lab/Pit mix. He is a playful 4 year old who loves to play ball, but also likes to lounge and give kisses. You can meet Garrison and friends any day 10-3.   Chloe: Chloe…

Dutchess County Office for the Aging’s AGING NEWS For the week of April 22 Golden Living . . . News for Seniors, Their Families and Caregivers Todd N. Tancredi, Director Dutchess County Office for the Aging  SUMMER SENIOR PICNICS RETURN…