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This Destructive, Invasive Insect Has Been Spotted In Upstate New York! See it, Kill It!
The Spotted Lanternfly is an invasive species to New York and must be killed. Their hatching season occurred in May and June and now they have been spotted here in New York State. It's time to take action. According to the New York Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC), the Spotted...
MASOTTO-DRISCOLL SCHOLARSHIP: Plainview, N.Y.’s Graf is honored
Samantha Graf will play goalkeeper at Marist College. (Photo courtesy of ENYYSA) Eastern New York Youth Soccer Association has announced that Plainview, N.Y. resident Samantha Graf will receive the Masotto-Driscoll Scholarship. At Plainview/Old Bethpage High School, Graf was involved in student government for four years and was senior class president....
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...
Jacobson secures funding for new air conditioning at Plattekill Library
PLATTEKILL – It has been a scorcher of a summer, but the Plattekill Library has found some relief from the heat with the assistance of Assemblyman Jonathan Jacobson (D, 104). Jacobson has announced $15,000 in funding for the Plattekill Library to purchase a new air conditioning system for its...
Purple Heart Appreciation Day to be recognized on Aug. 3 at Hall of Honor
NEW WINDSOR – People often have questions for Dan Clarino about his decorated service when they learn that he was awarded two Purple Hearts for his service in Vietnam. He usually starts by telling him this: “The Purple Heart is not a medal anyone wants to earn, but they are proud when they do,” said Clarino, a Cornwall-on-Hudson resident.
“Zolz” out at Renegades; brings mayhem to local airwaves
HUDSON VALLEY – Rick Zolzer, more commonly known as “Zolz” is no longer with the Hudson Valley Renegades, where he served several roles, most notably as the long-time PA announcer and leader of the between-innings entertainment for 28 of the team’s 30 years at Dutchess Stadium/Heritage Financial Park.
NYRA to Honor First Responders at Saratoga July 25
The New York Racing Association, Inc. will continue its tradition of honoring police officers, firefighters, paramedics and emergency medical technicians (EMTs) for their dedication and service to the community on First Responders Day, Thursday, July 25, at Saratoga Race Course. First Responders Day is presented this year for the first time by Albany Med Health System.
Independent Living celebrates the 34th anniversary of the Americans with Disabilities Act
POUGHKEEPSIE- Independent Living, Inc. is pleased to announce the 34th Anniversary of the Americans with Disabilities Act event, scheduled for July 27, 2024, from 12 p.m. to 4 p.m. at the Walkway Over the Hudson. This event centers on celebrating the ADA which prohibits the discrimination against people with disabilities and enables Independent Living, Inc. to serve our community members with disabilities.
New York Area Airports Make List of Most Unreliable In U.S.
If you want a stress-free travel experience this summer, you'll want to avoid these airports. Traveling on vacation can be an exciting experience but it can also be very stressful at times. A new study has revealed the most unreliable airports in the US, with two New York area airports making the top 10.
Recent Cyber Attacks Threaten Hudson Valley, New York Infrastructure
On Friday, July 19th, Microsoft experienced a global outage. Banks, airlines, television networks and health systems around the world that rely on Microsoft 365 apps were hit by widespread outages early Friday. Thousands of flights and train services were canceled globally, including more than 1,000 in the U.S., and there were disruptions to many other public and retail services.
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