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Former Downstate Correctional Facility in Fishkill Set for Mixed-Use Community Redevelopment
Conifer Realty, LLC has been selected by Empire State Development (ESD) to redevelop the former Downstate Correctional Facility in Fishkill, Dutchess County, into a mixed-use community, aligning with New York State's efforts to repurpose unused state land to alleviate housing shortages. The project aims to transform the site into a vibrant residential area and community space, creating approximately 200 construction jobs over a decade-long, multi-phase development.
Old world tradition celebrated in Putnam Valley
PUTNAM VALLEY- The sounds of the ‘oom pah pah” band, old fashioned Bavarian and Austrian food accompanied by camaraderie and friendship highlighted a weekend German Fest that attracted hundreds of men, women and children to the German-American Social Club in Putnam Valley where entertainment was provided by the group Spitzbaum.
Vape disposal boxes available in Putnam
CARMEL- The Prevention Council of Putnam has initiated a system allowing for the safe disposal of vape products countywide. Despite warnings of the dangers of vaping, the Centers for Disease Control reported recently, e-cigarette monthly unit sales increased by 46.6 percent—from 15.5 million units in January of 2020, to 22.7 million units in December of 2023; prefilled device sales decreased, while disposable device sales increased; and sales of sweet, youth-appealing flavors increased.
"Mesmerizing Magic Show by David Levitan in Peekskill, NY!"
David Levitan will be performing an interactive magic show at the Riverfront in Peekskill, New York on Monday, July 22nd at 7:00 pm. The event is family-friendly and promises to showcase mesmerizing illusions. Source: City of Peekskill, New York | Peekskill NY. Source Type: Gov. Source Location: Peekskill. AI Technology...
Community Beats the Heat at North Salem's Strawberry Festival
NORTH SALEM, N.Y. - Despite the blistering heat, a berry good time was had by all at the North Salem Historical Society’s annual Strawberry Festival. It was held on Sunday, July 14, at the society’s headquarters, aka The White Elephant, on Keeler Lane.CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE FREE TAPINTO.NET NEWSLETTER Folks cooled down with bowls of their favorite summer fruit perched on shortcake and topped with mounds of whipped cream and vanilla ice cream. Lemonade, iced tea, and water was also available. The musical duo of Martin Aronchick and Richard Brooker, aka Chick’s Candy Store, provided light jazz...
Herald celebrates third anniversary today
Today marks the third anniversary of the Peekskill Herald as a nonprofit, independent news organization directly serving the Peekskill community by offering news reporting and profiles of the people and businesses who call Peekskill home. Today is also an ideal time to contribute financially to the Herald to keep Peekskill’s...
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