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Microsoft tech outage impacts mid-Hudson Valley services Friday: Here's the latest
County offices and services in the mid-Hudson Valley have been impacted by the Crowdstrike global technology outage, which has impacted airlines, banks, media companies, healthcare, telecom firms and public transit. Crowdstrike, a U.S. firm that advertises being used by more than half of Fortune 500 companies, has attributed the outage on Friday morning to a faulty system update that impacted Microsoft's Windows Operating System, and claims it is not related to a cyberattack or security issue. ...
Magical Rhinebeck, New York Holiday Celebration Canceled for 2024
A magical holiday festival that kicks off the holiday season every year in Dutchess County is hitting the pause button in 2024. Have you ever been to the Sinterklaas Festival in Rhinebeck, New York?. What is Sinterklaas and Why is it Celebrated in Rhinebeck, NY?. Every year, at the very...
A Daily Look at What You Can Do at the Ulster County Fair in New Paltz
The 136th Annual Ulster County Fair kicks off this month on Tuesday, July 30th, 2024, and runs through Sunday, August 4th, 2024. This fair is open daily with a pay-one-price admission which means you buy your ticket for $20 or $18 if you buy it online and you get a complete fair experience. Your ticket includes mid-way rides, shows, and entertainment.
Millbrook approves plan to create new apartments
MILLBROOK — An application to renovate the second floor of the Reardon-Briggs Hardware store on Franklin Avenue to create new apartments was approved unanimously by the Planning Board at their regular meeting on Monday, July 8. The second floor of the hardware store presently offers two apartments standing adjacent...
Poughkeepsie women's conference explores overcoming doubt, trauma
Even after seven years and eight events, the annual Women's Networking Conference hosted by Dutchess County Executive Sue Serino and other community leaders is still attracting new guests. After Serino asked the group for a show of hands from first-time attendees Wednesday, arms raised at every table. It was clear the majority in attendance were new to the event. ...
Arlington Fire District outlines spending plans for federal grant
ARLINGTON – The Arlington Fire District plans to use its $240,920 FEMA grant through the Assistance to Firefighters program for training and certification of firefighters in technical rescue, as well as installation of fire sprinklers in station #4 in the Rochdale portion of the district. “Having modern, safe, and...
Amenia: Public apology, better process
AMENIA — What was billed as a public apology to be offered during a special meeting of the Town Board on Tuesday, July 9, once delivered, led to fruitful discussion between the Town Board and the Recreation Commission, leading to a better understanding of the expenditure process. Having scheduled...
Two complaints come before zoning board
KENT—The Planning and Zoning Commission heard complaints about two businesses when it met last week. Land Use Administrator Tai Kern said she had received a letter from Ann Lozman, a longtime resident of North Spectacle Lake, objecting to activities at Camp Kenmont. A second complaint concerned lights being left...
Kent P&Z reviews unlicensed motor business, cannabis regulations
KENT — On July 11, Kent Planning and Zoning Commission held a meeting to discuss the illegal business status of a current applicant seeking an extension to a lot on Bridge Street. The applicant, Guy Mauri and Jason Doornick with Motoriot, failed to achieve certain permits from the Sewer Commission and the Fire Department.
District Attorney Hoovler Announces Jury Trial Conviction in Maybrook Gun Case
Rudolph Davis Convicted of Criminal Possession of a Weapon in the Second Degree. Represents 40th Felony Gun Possession Conviction in Orange County in the Last Year. Orange County District Attorney David M. Hoovler announced that on Friday, July 12, 2024, Rudolph Davis, age 31, of Newburgh, was convicted after a jury trial in the Orange County Court of Criminal Possession of a Weapon in the Second Degree, the sole charge against him. Davis faces up to fifteen (15) years in prison when he is scheduled to be sentenced on October 17, 2024. Davis was remanded back to the Orange County Jail without bail following the jury’s verdict.
Poughkeepsie's proposed Business Improvement District: The plan, location, costs
During her first State of the City Address in March, City of Poughkeepsie Mayor Yvonne Flowers highlighted upcoming plans to revitalize the city. Among them was a proposed Business Improvement District, or BID, to address the downtown business landscape. A BID is a geographic area — in this case including parts of Main Street and neighboring streets — where property owners are charged a special assessment to enhance the area. Local property owners, business tenants, and...
Feds moving Newburgh Social Security Office to Town of Wallkill
TOWN OF WALLKILL – If you are planning to conduct business at the Social Security Administration Office in the City of Newburgh – surprise. It’s closed. It was shut down on Thursday afternoon and will be moved to 85 Crystal Run Road in the Town of Wallkill.
Mystery Solved On Brown Water In One Hudson Valley Town
Hudson Valley residents spend time in water throughout the area. Locals can visit the Hudson River for outdoor excursions, swim in local lakes, swimming holes and more. The water that we drink the Hudson Valley is just as important as the water that we enjoy swimming in locally. A non...
Pattern for Progress Study: Hudson Valley housing “Out of Reach” for residents
NEWBURGH – A new study released by Hudson Valley Pattern for Progress found that housing costs continue to surge throughout the Hudson Valley as wages remain stagnant, putting an increased financial strain on struggling residents. Pattern examined data from Columbia, Dutchess, Greene, Orange, Putnam, Rockland, Sullivan, Ulster, and Westchester...
Dogs abandoned in Putnam Valley
PUTNAM VALLEY – Putnam County SPCA officials are investigating the abandonment of three dogs found in the early morning hours this week along Sunken Mine Road, a private, unpaved road in the vicinity of Oscawana Heights in Putnam Valley. SPCA Chief Ken Ross said the female dogs appear to...
Amenia welcomes Way Behind the Sun for Monday Summer Concert Series opener
AMENIA — On Monday, July 8, the Town of Amenia opened its 2024 Summer Concert Series with a performance from Hudson Valley-based country band Way Behind the Sun. The concert took place from 6 to 8 p.m. on the basketball court at the Amenia Town Hall. Way Behind the...
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