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Thousands converge on Poughkeepsie for night of laughter
POUGHKEEPSIE – Approximately 6,000 people converged in Poughkeepsie Saturday night for world-class entertainment. Comedian Kevin Hart brought his latest show, Acting My Age to the MJN Convention Center for two sold-out shows Saturday night, with approximately 3,000 people at each show. “The MJN Convention Center is continuing to bring...
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.
Ten years ago, another EF2 tornado hit central New York, killing four in Madison County
The area’s deadliest tornado on record ripped through Smithfield in Madison County a decade ago, killing three adults, a baby and a dog along its devastating 2.5 mile path. That tornado, which struck on July 8, 2014, was categorized as an EF2 tornado, just like the tornado that devastated Rome on Tuesday. ...
Mid-Hudson Valley party leaders believe Biden's decision to drop out will energize voters
President Joe Biden's decision to end his bid for reelection amid intense pressure has energized local Democrats by giving the party an opening to reframe their faltering narrative and bolstered Republicans' confidence as they come out of the national convention to run against what has been described as a "fragmented" party. Biden made...
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. ...
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...
Pine Plains Town Board Takes Steps to Relocate Town Hall, Discusses Funding for Housing
The Pine Plains Town Board took a decisive step in its ongoing efforts to relocate and construct a new town hall, choosing an architecture and planning firm at its meeting on Thursday, July 18. The board also signaled its intent to pursue state funding for accessory dwelling units (ADUs). The...
Milan Amends Solar Zoning Code, Funds Road Repairs
The Milan Town Board meeting began five minutes early on Monday night, July 15, allowing residents to voice their concerns at a public hearing regarding proposed Local Law #1 of 2024. No residents attended the hearing, and the law was unanimously ratified. The new law, prepared by board members Debra...
American History Being Told Aboard the Amistad in Kingston New York
The Hudson Valley has a rich maritime history. Many people who live here don't realize how important places like Kingston, New York are to the history of the shipping industry in America. The Hudson Valley Maritime Museum is preserving that history and creating events that make it come to life....
‘Safe Start to Summer’ traffic enforcement campaign results announced
KINGSTON – Mayor Steven Noble is pleased to announce that, as part of the City of Kingston’s participation in Ulster County’s Safe Start to Summer 2024 road safety campaign, the Kingston Police Department instituted two weeks of heightened traffic enforcement, and as a result, issued 153 tickets to motorists.
New Children’s Book ‘Franklin’s Trees’ Tells of FDR’s Love of Nature
“All that is within me cries out to go back to my home on the Hudson River,” President Franklin D. Roosevelt once declared. It was at his home in Hyde Park, NY, that FDR could indulge in his favorite avocation— “tree farmer.” A new children’s book Franklin’s Trees (Muddy Boots, 2024) by A.J. Schenkman with illustrations by Lauren Reese introduces FDR’s love of nature through a lifetime in which he oversaw the planting of over a million trees on his estate.
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