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Hiker dies on Appalachian Trail in Maryland after winds blow dead tree onto him

Jason Parish a 36-year-old hiker from Philadelphia, died Sunday morning on the Appalachian Trail in Maryland after winds blew a large dead tree onto him, authorities said. The incident occurred between 10 a.m. and 10:30 a.m. near the trail’s Ed…

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History: Pawling 1910

A group of children in the middle of a haystack in a field in Pawling, New York, early 20th century (From This Fabulous Century: 1900-1910, scanned by weirdvintage)

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News Alert: Dover Elementary School Does Donor’s Choose

News Alert: DES Does Donor’s Choose Can you help out the teachers and students at Dover Elementary School? We want to make sure our students have the materials they need to succeed, so we just created a request for our…

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Obituary, Vivian Larmore

Vivian Larmore, 77, a longtime resident of Dover Plains, NY, formerly of Putnam Lake, NY, died on Friday, March 13, 2015 at Sharon Hospital in Sharon, CT. Mrs. Larmore was a school bus driver for 32 years for Brewster Central…

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We’ll be firing up today at 1:30

We’ll be firing up today at 1:30 for anyone who wants to stop in and see the process. All are welcome! 278 Halls Corners Rd Dover Plains, New York (845) 264-3137

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The Life of Dover’s Edward Bruce

Artist and art collector Edward Bruce was born in Dover Plains, N.Y. in 1879 and began painting landscapes at the age of fourteen. Although he continued to paint throughout his life, Bruce did not become a professional artist until he…

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Congressman Gibson announces State Department grant for Bard exchange program

Congressman Gibson announces State Department grant for Bard exchange program Washington, March 13 – Congressman Chris Gibson (NY-19) announced that Bard College in Annandale-on-Hudson has received a grant from the U.S. Department of State’s Bureau of Educational and Cultural Affairs….

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Take the Challenge to Help Fight Hunger

Take the Challenge to Help Fight Hunger Poughkeepsie, N.Y. March 13, 2015- The Beverly Closs Food Pantry at Dutchess Outreach is experiencing a major food shortage due to a significant increase in demand. More than 800 people were served in…

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March 31 Regional Housing Symposium for Rural Communities

March 31 Regional Housing Symposium for Rural Communities Sheffield, Mass. – Berkshire Taconic Community Foundation announced today that HousingUs, the foundation’s affordable housing initiative, will co-host a regional symposium titled, “Investing in Community: Housing Strategies for Economic Development in the…

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Obituary, Michael R. Kunic, Sr.

Michael R. Kunic, Sr, 71 , passed away Tuesday, March 10, 2015 at Phelps Memorial Hospital Center, Sleepy Hollow, NY. A resident of Pawling for 43 years, he was born in Danbury, CT. where he resided before coming to Pawling….

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Dover High School Daily Announcements – THURSDAY, MARCH 12, 2015

THURSDAY, MARCH 12, 2015 1. Today is a “B” Day. 2. Those of you who have talent get it together for auditions on March 26th. Sign up in Mrs. Garnot’s room! 3. Attention all high school students….the best dance of…

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Amenia man charged with Driving While Intoxicated and drug possession following traffic stop

Amenia man charged with Driving While Intoxicated and drug possession following traffic stop NEW YORK STATE POLICE Major Robin H. Benziger Troop K Commander PRESS RELEASE Amenia, New York – On March 7, 2015, New York State Police Bureau of…

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Obituary, Dolores Musella

Pawling – It is with great sorrow that we announce that Pawling resident Dolores Musella, 63, a loving wife, mother, grandmother and admired friend to many, passed away and entered eternal peace surrounded by her family on Tuesday, March 10th,…

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