Category: Southeast

Crackdown on Drunk and Impaired Driving Through Labor Day Weekend

  State Police and Local Law Enforcement Will Implement “Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over” Campaign from August 18 to September 5 Governor Andrew M. Cuomo today directed State Police to ramp up enforcement efforts as part of a national…

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Employees of Troop K gathered to say farewell to Major Robin H. Benziger

  Troop K – On August 16, 2016, employees of Troop K gathered to say farewell to Major Robin H. Benziger, the 31st Troop Commander and first female Troop Commander of Troop K. On August 25th, Major Robin H. Benziger’s…

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$98.7 Million to Fund Clean Air and Alternative Transportation Projects

  Funds Will Support Municipalities in Meeting the Requirements of the Clean Air Act Governor Andrew M. Cuomo today announced the availability of $98.7 million in funding to support bicycle, pedestrian, multi-use path and transportation-related programs as well as projects…

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Over $50 Million to Provide In-Home Services for Seniors

  Funding Supports Seniors to Remain Independent; Reduces Reliance on Medicaid Governor Andrew M. Cuomo today announced that more than $50 million has been awarded to the state’s 59 county-based Area Agencies on Aging to help New York’s seniors remain…

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Governor Signs Legislation Requiring Research Animals to be Offered for Adoption in New York

  Animals Used for Research Purposes by Higher Education Institutions Will Be Put Up For Adoption through Humane Societies and Rescue Organizations Governor Andrew M. Cuomo today signed legislation requiring cats and dogs used for research by higher education institutions…

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One Car Fatality in Red Hook

  One Car Fatality in Red Hook The Dutchess County Sheriff’s Office reports the investigation into a one-car fatal crash which occurred on State Route 9 in the Town of Red Hook at approximately 10:50 am on 8/15/16. On the…

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Classic Harbor Line of NYC launches scenic dining cruises to and from Dutchess County August 21, September 11 and October 2, New York City and Poughkeepsie

  Classic Harbor Line of NYC launches scenic dining cruises to and from Dutchess County August 21, September 11 and October 2, New York City and Poughkeepsie   New York City and Poughkeepsie, NY… Classic Harbor Line launches a new…

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Dutchess County Office for the Aging’s AGING NEWS For the week of August 15

  Dutchess County Office for the Aging’s AGING NEWS For the week of August 15 Golden Living . . . News for Senior Citizens Todd N. Tancredi, Director Dutchess County Office for the Aging   THE MOST COMMON KILLER YOU’VE…

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Pet of the Week: Spitha

  Spitha is an 8 year old female Boxer Pitbull Mix at the Putnam Humane Society. She’s a really friendly girl with a big beautiful smile. Spitha means “Spark” in Greek, and you’ll see the spark in her gorgeous brown…

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The Old Farmer’s Almanac Says Winter 2017 Will Be Extra Awful

We know, we know. It’s August and it’s hot and humid and it seems like it will never be cold again. But: And you better start preparing because according to the Long Range Weather Forecast released by The Old Farmer’s…

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Julia’s Wings Foundation teamed up with the American Red Cross at the Holy Trinity Church in Sherman for our 5th memorial blood drive in honor of Julia

    On August 6th, Julia’s Wings Foundation teamed up with the American Red Cross at the Holy Trinity Church in Sherman for our 5th memorial blood drive in honor of Julia. 76 pints of blood were collected bringing our…

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‘THE UNSEEN SEEN’ The photography of Tom Kavana

  ‘THE UNSEEN SEEN’     The photography of Tom Kavana     A self-taught photographer, Tom Kavana, says “Through a series of life changing events 9 years ago and a generous gift of a camera by my sister, I have…

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“The 6 Dynamics of Health and Longevity”

  “The 6 Dynamics of Health and Longevity” What is your health plan? Are you confused about all the different health information out there? Would you like to take charge of your health?  The 6 Dynamics Workshop is the KEY!…

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State Police in Livingston investigate armed robbery of gas station in Claverack *Video*

  State Police in Livingston investigate armed robbery of gas station in Claverack *Video* NEW YORK STATE POLICE  Major Robin H. Benziger Troop K Commander PRESS RELEASE Claverack, New York – The New York State Police in Livingston are investigating an armed…

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The Narrow Edge: A Tiny Bird, an Ancient Crab, and an Epic Journey

  The Narrow Edge: A Tiny Bird, an Ancient Crab, and an Epic Journey  Discover the plight of red knot shorebirds with award-winning author Deborah Cramer (Millbrook, NY) On Friday, August 19 at 7 p.m. join the Cary Institute of Ecosystem…

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